News & guides
News and guides
Practical guides and the latest shipping and customs news for businesses moving goods between Asia and the UK.
How-to guides
Incoterms 2020 explained: a guide for UK importers and exporters All 11 Incoterms 2020 rules in plain English: who pays for what, where risk passes, and which terms UK importers and exporters should use.
Customs & regulation
Bangladesh keeps duty-free UK access for three years after LDC graduation The UK has confirmed Bangladesh will keep its current duty-free access for three years after leaving LDC status, with garment rules of origin relaxed.
How-to guides
Can I import small cargo from China? Yes, here's how Importing a few cartons or a pallet from China: courier, air freight and sea part load compared, with timings, charges and paperwork.
Customs & regulation
Everything you need to know about the Developing Countries Trading Scheme How the UK DCTS cuts import duty on goods from 65 developing countries: the three tiers, rules of origin, proof of origin and how to claim it.
How-to guides
Full container or part load? How to choose When a full container (FCL) is cheaper than groupage (LCL), the 15 cubic metre rule of thumb, and the other things that should decide it.
How-to guides
How to export from the UK: a step-by-step guide How to export goods from the UK: EORI, commodity codes, licences, Incoterms, export declarations, proof of origin and VAT zero-rating.
How-to guides
How to import from China to the UK: a step-by-step guide How to import goods from China to the UK: suppliers, product safety, duty, Incoterms, shipping options, customs and the real landed cost.
Customs & regulation
How to make sure your goods are declared correctly at UK ports What every UK import declaration must get right, the mistakes that cause delays and penalties, and how to fix an error after clearance.
How-to guides
Import duty and VAT on goods from Bangladesh How the UK DCTS keeps most Bangladesh imports duty-free, the proof of origin you need, and what changes after LDC graduation.
How-to guides
Why importing a car from Japan is easier than you think Right-hand drive, graded auctions, 0% duty on Japanese-built cars, and one team for shipping, customs, NOVA and IVA.
Market update
Why marine cargo insurance matters more than ever Carrier liability is limited and general average is real. What marine cargo insurance covers and why importers need it in 2026.
Ports & shipping
How the Middle East conflict is reshaping shipping in 2026 Hormuz disruption, Red Sea attacks and a partial return to Suez: what it means for routes, transit times and costs for UK importers.
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