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Brexit customs checklist
19 January
2021
As new post-Brexit rules for UK imports and exports came into force on 1 January, many businesses are struggling with the added paperwork required for customs clearances on both sides of the Channel. Here is how International Forwarding (IFL) can help you with documentation – and also what we need from our customers. Documentation and capacity are key issues atRead more
IFL Dover customs clearance services Brexit
19 January
2021
To help our customers manage new customs documentation requirements on their imports from and exports to the EU, please read the following post-Brexit customs checklist. Please note: At present International Forwarding (IFL) is ONLY able to act as a customs broker if goods are under our direct control. We can only facilitate clearances on consignments that are moving on our services andRead more
warehouse storage available
18 January
2021
Looking for a warehouse storage facility in the West Midlands area? Long-term or short-term? Then look no further, we now have availability once again in our new 40,000 sq ft facility located in the heart of Birmingham. Should this be of interest then we would be pleased to hear from you. For further information please call +44 (0)1675 434690 or email enquiries@internationalforwarding.co.uk to secure storage spaceRead more
IFL-truck
13 January
2021
When a Birmingham clothing business approached us to help deliver 3,000 garments going to rough sleepers this winter, International Forwarding (IFL) was happy to offer pallet delivery free of charge. UKM Print & Embroidery, based in Birmingham and Redditch, has been offering garment-decorating services for over 30 years. Managing director Rowan said they wanted to donate 3,000 pieces of clothingRead more
year in review – International Forwarding
22 December
2020
It’s safe to say that 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, and in particular the world of international freight and logistics. It’s a year that has seen our dedicated team at International Forwarding deal with delivering across borders during a global pandemic and become part of the supply chain for vital medical PPE kit going to the NHS.Read more
IFL-Palletways-Xmas-schedule-2020
10 December
2020
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and that means it’s also the busiest as we take final orders for Christmas and New Year collections and deliveries. We anticipate this year will be even busier than usual with Brexit changes coming on 1 January 2021 (read our Customer information pack for Brexit). So make sure you don’t get sleighedRead more
Brexit information guide
7 December
2020
For international traders and other customers using our European freight forwarding services, please read this important attachment which covers what will happen once the Brexit transition period ends on 1 January 2021. As a Platinum member of the Palletways network, IFL is working hard to help our customers navigate the forthcoming changes. This Brexit information guide makes clear what will be requiredRead more
IFL-Christmas-trees-storage-freight-forwarding
18 November
2020
And so it begins… our first batch of 100-plus Christmas trees is ready for distribution to various garden centres around the UK. One of the better side-effects of COVID-19 is that customers are starting their festive season early this year. According to the British Christmas Tree Growers Association (BCGTA), orders of UK trees are already significantly up on 2019. The BCGTA’s 320Read more
Shipping to Switzerland flyer
3 November
2020
Our flagship Switzerland freight forwarding service is a secure and reliable option for import/export businesses sending road freight to and from the UK. We wanted to answer some of the most common questions we get asked about shipping freight to Switzerland and what, if anything, changes post-Brexit. If you have further questions about our Swiss service or would like toRead more
IFL Dover customs clearance services Brexit
27 October
2020
As an international freight forwarder, we have our own 24-7 customs clearance services and can advise our customers on all important customs-related matters, and shipping post-Brexit. Key service benefits International Forwarding’s main features of service are: experienced UK customs agent since 1989 dedicated 24/7 clearance services and UK-wide coverage AEO-approved operator export entries to the EU post-Brexit for goods carriedRead more