When organising international shipping, there’s a lot that you need to take into consideration to find the best solution for your business. These include the cost, the size of your cargo, the destination you’re shipping too and the documentation required. The first place you need to start however is by deciding on the best transportation mode for your cargo. The most common freight transportation methods include sea freight, air freight and road freight. Each of these methods of transportation come with their own advantages and disadvantages which help you to determine which is the best solut ..read more

The air freight industry is one the largest industries in the world and it constantly continues to grow due to its ability to deliver goods quickly and efficiently. It’s reported that the air freight industry transports over $6 trillion worth of goods, which accounts for approximately 35% of world trade. On the other hand however, the air cargo and travel industry in general is also one of the largest contributors to global warming and climate change. How does air freight impact the environment? Air crafts burn fossil fuels which release CO2 emissions but also other gases such as nitrous oxide ..read more

Shipping freight by air is considered to be one of the most efficient and reliable ways to get your goods to where they need to be. It’s also often the most popular shipping solution when needing to send urgent deliveries or time sensitive cargo due to its fast transport times.  At Jenkar, we have over 40 years of experience in the air freight industry, so you could pretty much say we’re experts in the subject. We’ve taken all of our knowledge and written this handy guide to cover everything you need to know about air freight shipping, including the benefits, how to calculate costs and w ..read more

It’s the most wonderful time of the year but for those in the freight and logistics industry, it’s also the busiest time! With Christmas on the horizon, businesses are busy building up their stock to cope with demand, whilst also shipping out purchases to their customers. It’s therefore safe to say that this time of the year is the peak season of freight shipping. Peak season can lead to shipping delays, an increase in freight costs and other interruptions, therefore it’s imperative that you’re prepared for importing and exporting goods during the holiday season to avoid these issues. We’ve p ..read more

Elevate Your Cargo with Jenkar Shipping In today’s fast-paced global market, efficient cargo shipping is the backbone of international trade. Whether you’re a business looking to export products or an individual relocating abroad, the logistics of moving cargo can be a complex and challenging process. But what if there was a way to streamline your cargo shipping, reduce transit times, ensure the safety of your goods, and track your shipments in real-time? Enter airfreight, the unsung hero of logistics, and Jenkar Shipping, your trusted partner for seamless cargo transportation. Why Jenkar Ship ..read more

HM Customs have advised that this week’s civil service strike is likely to impact movements through UK airports, seaports and ro-ro ports. Around 100,000 civil service members are expected to join the strike on Wednesday 1 February, and while Customs employees are not expected to be involved, the dispute includes Home Office employees – notably Border Force. Therefore movements through UK ports and airports may be disrupted, as well as UK Border controls in Calais, Dunkirk and Coquelles. Any disruption will likely run into 2nd February as staffing levels return to normal. Travellers could als ..read more

Strike action from ground handlers, which is planned this month, may have an impact on English and Welsh supporters flying out for the beginning of the Qatar World Cup. Currently, Unite union members at the airport have set a three day walk out from November 18th to November 21st. If this goes ahead it is likely to cause disruption, cancellations and delays to flights through Heathrow Terminals 2,3 & 4. Workers from dnata and Menzies are planning their action as part of a cost of living pay dispute, and Qatar Airways are one of the airlines expected to be most disrupted, due to an additio ..read more

The US are implementing an import ban from the Xinjiang Uyghur region of China in June, which could impact exports from the UK to the United States. The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act was passed in December but becomes effective from 21st June 2022. It states that any goods mined, produced, manufactured, wholly or in part, in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR) will not be allowed into the United States. We understand that this also includes goods imported from other countries that have materials sourced from the region. Therefore, we recommend that exporters to the USA, whether ..read more