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Shipment tracking
If you’re shipping cargo over a certain size and/or volume from USA to UK, then you’ll need the help of a Freight Forwarder. As an international freight forwarder, Pinnacle International Freight manages the shipment of cargo to overseas destinations. Pinnacle are familiar with foreign countries’ import rules and regulations, the U.S. government’s export regulations, different […]
10 Questions to ask a Freight Forwarder
Identifying the right freight forwarding partner for your business is a crucial decision to get right. A reliable and efficient logistics department (both in terms of cost and hitting delivery deadlines) is key to your success. In this post, we look at 10 questions to ask a freight forwarder when in the process of recruiting […]
Customs Declaration Service (CDS) Update
HMRC will be closing the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system. The Customs Declaration Service (CDS) will be the single customs platform. Services will be withdrawn in two stages: After 30 September 2022 import declarations close on CHIEF After 31 March 2023 export declarations close on CHIEF and the National Exports System […]
Freight Forwarder – China to UK
It’s so important to have a clear understanding of the process when importing your goods from China to the UK. Let’s run through the process. Get your business ready for import Before you do anything, you will need to get your business ready to import. To do this, you will need an EORI number that […]
Freight Forwarder Amazon FBA
There are quite literally millions of Amazon sellers all over the world. Some are established brands, some high-flying entrepreneurs, and others a one-man band. Whatever the set-up, they may need to utilise Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA). With FBA, goods are stored in Amazon’s fulfilment centres and picked, packed and shipped by Amazon, taking the load […]
James Webb Space Telescope officially launches
The most ambitious, costly robot probe ever built, the $10bn James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) – was blasted into space on the 25th December 2021 at 07.20 EST. Described as a ‘time machine’ by scientists, the telescope will allow astronomers to study the beginning of the universe shortly after the big bang, 13.8 billion years […]
How to Find Your Perfect Freight Forwarder UK Partner
For UK companies requiring international logistics support, finding the perfect UK freight forwarder can be a challenging task to complete. There are a wealth of freight forwarders in the UK but how do you determine which are any good and how do you discern between them all? A report by Gartner regarding the B2B buyers […]
Why Should Your Business Partner with Pinnacle International Freight?
With a wealth of freight forwarders out there to choose from, how do you go about finding the best fit for your logistics requirements, cost, IT system needs, and your company’s culture? If logistics is a key pillar of your business then it’s crucial that you identify good quality and relevant fit potential 3PL’s (3rd […]
7 Factors to Think About When Choosing a Freight Forwarder / Third Party Logistics (3PL) Provider
Outsourcing your logistics can be a challenging task to complete. There are a wealth of 3rd party logistics (or 3PL) providers out there, but how do you determine which providers will work best for you? Choosing between them can seem tricky, so knowing what factors to consider can be vital in making the right decision. […]
How to Choose the Right Warehousing to Support a Successful Supply Chain
Choosing the right warehousing to support a successful supply chain is as crucial as any other part of the process. Learn which key factors to consider when selecting your most effective warehousing solution.
