Cross-Border E-Commerce Driving Demand for Air Freight
E-commerce is becoming a major driver for the air freight industry. The overall growth of cross-border e-commerce in China has been primarily fuelled by emerging [...]
Consumer Caution Dampens Air Freight Peak Season
The forthcoming air freight peak season, typically expected to follow China's Golden Week holiday break, appears to mirror the trend observed in the peak season [...]
In The Spotlight – Peter Collins at 90
Peter Collins, Founder and PFE's Chairman, reflects on his exceptional career and contribution to PFE's success on his 90th birthday. Tell us about how you [...]
Impact of New Vessels Surge on Shipping Industry
A large amount of capacity from new vessel deliveries has entered the market in 2023. With deliveries projected to surge even further on the increase [...]
‘New Age’ Cleaner, Greener Container Ships
Shipping is estimated to be responsible for 3% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. The UN's International Maritime Organisation announced plans in 2020 to reduce [...]
In the Spotlight – Wayne White
Wayne White, our Group Logistics and Distribution Manager, tells us why in all of his 33 years in the industry PFE stands out as the [...]
Shipping Lines Reduce Golden Week Capacity
Multiple shipping lines have announced blank sailings for vessels travelling from Asia to Northern Europe, covering the period from the Chinese Golden Week holiday in [...]
Derailment Results in World’s Longest Rail Freight Tunnel Closure
Earlier this month the derailment of a freight train forced the closure of the 35-mile Gotthard rail tunnel in Switzerland. The damage is likely to [...]
Intermodal Transport is on the UP!
The intermodal freight transportation industry has experienced fluctuations over time, but currently, it is on an upward trajectory. We review what is driving this growth [...]
UK Agrees to Join Asia’s Trade Partnership
You may have read in the news that the UK has signed a deal to join a trade pact, named CPTPP, with several countries in [...]
