As we have expanded further in Kansai and our staff number has increased, we are pleased to announce that effective March 1, 2019 our office in Osaka will move to a new office location.

The Brexit deadline is closing in and we will soon know if it’s going to be Brexit with or without an exit deal. Should we end up in a situation where Great Britain (GB) leaves the EU, we will keep you updated with information and assist you with your questions and guidance on the matter.

As a result of a new directive issued by the International Maritime Organization, a fundamental and drastic change regarding the regulation of low sulphur emission will take effect January 1st 2020.

Looking back at 2018, we saw an increasing pressure on FCL trucking capacity as well as increasing rates. This is a result of a lack of truck drivers combined with increased focus on enforcement of cabotage rules across the EU.

In connection with Chinese New Year, which runs from February 4 to February 19, please expect some disruptions on your transport coming and going to China.