News & Insights from the GCL Team

Here, you'll find industry news and insights from the GCL team, keeping you up to date on all the latest developments in the freight sector.

Container deliveries, have you considered using a side-lifter?

During a conversation with a client last week, the topic of loading and unloading containers came up. This particular business...

What are Blank Sailings and why are they becoming more common?

As demand for containers rocketed as the world came out of the Covid-19 pandemic, freight rates followed suit. Now, as demand decreases,...

Why Should I get Cargo Insurance?

Industry experts estimate that over half of goods transported around the globe are uninsured. One of the biggest misconceptions amongst...

Are Asian Shipping Rates Beginning to Stabilise?

After shipping rates from Asia increased sharply during the pandemic, over the last few months the prices have declined just as...

China Covid Update

While the rest of the world is living with Covid-19, the world’s largest economy, China, is still pursuing a strict, zero-Covid policy....

GCL Logistics Granted Extension on CHIEF System

We are pleased to announce that GCL has successfully applied for a one-month extension on use of the Customs Handling of Import and...

CHIEF Imports End Date Looming

As mentioned in a previous blog, the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight system will soon be closing. At the end of 30th...

Moving to the Customs Declaration Service

As you may well know, HMRC have recently begun the closure of the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system and are...