We are proud to share the exciting news of our recent success at the coveted Supply Chain Excellence Awards. Uniserve, in partnership with our long-term client Seasalt, were named winners of the Retail Supply Chain Excellence Award category. The award win shines a...

Uniserve is delighted to announce the appointment of James Hill as the new Development Director for its property division. In his new role as Development Director, James will be responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of Uniserve's strategic property...

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) will be phased in on 1st January 2024, as the UK matches the timeline of the EU for adopting the rules in which they must disclose their indirect (Scope 3) emissions. Uniserve, along with many other large...

HMRC has confirmed the extension of the Trader Support Service until 31 December 2024. This reaffirms the commitment of HMRC and the UK government to provide long-term support for traders moving goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, in alignment with the...

The European Union (EU) is poised to broaden the reach and applicability of the EU Emission Trading System (ETS), an initiative that was originally established in 2005. This expansion will encompass the inclusion of the shipping industry within the ETS framework. This...

Since the UK’s departure from the EU in 2020, the commercial operators at Dover Western Docks (DWD) and Stop 24 have worked with HMRC to provide capacity for the new customs processes. Now that the Sevington and Holyhead sites are fully operational, the additional...

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) are making immediate changes to the Certificate of Inspection (COI) template. It has been announced that organic food and feed imports into Great Britain will change, as well as a delay to the...

We're proud to have been accredited with four ISO certifications and one BRC accreditation in the last 12 months. These are in recognition of our commitment to improve our services, environmental responsibilities and create safer working environments. We’ve achieved:...

The UK government has now confirmed the Financial Times report was correct and that food border checks will be postponed until January 2024. New health certification requirements for medium and high-risk goods originating in the EU, such as meat and dairy, were due to...

HMRC have recently announced they will move away from the planned hard start on 30th November 2023, to a phased transition to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) from the current Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) platform for UK exports,...

Uniserve is proud to announce we’ve been shortlisted for the ‘Retail Supply Chain Excellence' Award at this year's Supply Chain Excellence Awards 2023, for our partnership with Seasalt. Working closely with Seasalt, a renowned clothing and accessories brand, Uniserve...

Uniserve is proud to announce we’ve been shortlisted for the ‘Logistics Partner of the Year’ Award by Logistics UK’s Logistic Awards 2023, for our partnership with Seasalt. Working closely with Seasalt, a renowned clothing and accessories brand, Uniserve has helped...

The UK government has once again postponed Brexit-related checks on food and food products entering the country from the EU, marking the fifth delay, as reported by The Financial Times. The decision, prompted by concerns over rising inflation, is set to be announced...

Uniserve is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Rushton as Head of Aerospace. With over four decades of extensive experience in the aerospace industry, Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to further strengthen Uniserve's commitment to serving...

Uniserve takes another momentous step on its sustainability journey with the initiation of a groundbreaking solar panel installation project at its impressive 750,000 sq ft Felixstowe Mega Distribution Centre (FMDC). Uniserve partnered with Solar Solutions and Eden...

Uniserve is delighted to announce the appointment of Alistair Jespersen as Design & Construction Director. With a strong background in the logistics sector, Alistair brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the build and management of large-scale warehouse...

Uniserve proudly sponsored the British Citizen Awards, held at the Palace of Westminster on Thursday, 29th June. The prestigious event recognised 26 individuals from across the UK for their outstanding contributions to their communities. Renowned TV presenter Matt...

We are delighted to announce that Uniserve has committed to the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme, which contributes to the development and creation of sustainable aviation fuel. As an industry pioneer, Uniserve's...

Uniserve has been proudly unveiled as the main sponsor of the highly anticipated Grocer Gold Awards on Tuesday 4th July. The Grocer Gold Awards, one of the most prestigious events in the retail sector, recognises and celebrates excellence across various categories,...

Uniserve Awarded Ecovadis Silver Rating for Sustainable Business Practices anddemonstrates the company’s strong commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility

Industrial strike action to cause potential disruption on the 28 April at UK ports is likely to cause disruption to freight movements.

During January and February French unions mobilised and held demonstrations and strikes against the proposed pension and retirement reforms. Despite these actions, the government has not backed down, leading unions to escalate their tactics. The inter-union group,...

Uniserve, the UK’s leading independent logistics and trade management provider, is thrilled to announce an extension of its winning partnership with Laser Tools Racing and MB Motorsport ahead of the upcoming 2023 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. As market...

Penny Gradwell joins to head up the Luxury Brands Sector We are delighted to announce that Penny Gradwell has joined Uniserve as our new Director of Luxury Brands.   Luxury Brands is a vertical dedicated to providing sector specific logistics solutions to high end...

:Border Force Unions, PSC (Public and Commercial Services) is calling for strike action from 17- 20th February across four ports - Dover, Calais, Coquelles, and Dunkirk. The strikes willhave a massive impact on public services’ say PCS General Secretary, Mark...

Uniserve were named winners of the Ocean Services category at the annual BIFA Freight Service Awards held in January. Uniserve were recognised for our dynamic strategic development to provide the capacity, reliability and certainty that our customers needed to run...

French Unions are calling for widespread strike action on the 19th January, which is largely in protest against the French government’s plan to increase the retirement age from 62 to 64. GT-RATP, which represents Paris transport workers, has said: “We are expecting a...

HMRC has announced that the exports deadline for the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is changing from 31 March 2023 to 30 November 2023. Originally, all export declarations were needed to be made on CDS by 31 March 2023. The extended deadline has been decided by...

Uniserve is delighted to announce the appointment of Jason Moscrop as its new UK and International Warehousing Operations Director, joining its Warehousing and Transport division. David Barry, Director of Warehouse & Transport, Uniserve, commented:“We are...

Uniserve has taken top spot in Logistics Manager’s Top 50 Logistics Service Providers 2022, this is the second consecutive year the Group has been named as the fastest growing company in the UK industry.

We are pleased to announce that our 750,000 sq ft Felixstowe Mega Distribution Centre (FMDC) has been awarded the British Retail Consortium (BRC) food safety AA rating. The BRC Global Standard for Food Safety is one of the most recognised certification standards and...

At a time when those in the community are struggling more than ever, Uniserve's teams at our Tilbury operation have rallied and co-ordinated a large scale food donation. In total, an impressive 383.8kg of food donations was collected, ranging from tinned food,...

Further to our previous communication regarding dnata strike action at London Heathrow, we’re pleased to inform you that this planned action has been cancelled. Services at the dnata City East facility will operate as normal on 18th, 19th and 20th November For more...

We are pleased to announce the launch of a new dedicated short sea service seamlessly connecting Iberia with the UK and Netherlands. A direct service connecting the ports of: Cadiz, Setubal, Aveiro, Teesport, Tilbury and Rotterdam Boasting unrivalled service features:...

Uniserve is proud to announce that UniAir, its air freight division, has been shortlisted as a finalist for the prestigious “Air Business of the Year” award by UK Logistics Awards 2022.

Unite have announced that around 600 Liverpool port workers will embark on a further two weeks of strike action from the 24th October, as the fallout over pay continues.

Back in December of last year Uniserve were awarded the specialist and much sought-after Wholesale Distribution Authorisation (WDA), making them one of the few logistic companies to hold the accreditation in the UK.

Uniserve are excited to announce their new partnership with United Pallet Network (UPN).

Liverpool dock workers announced yesterday that they would strike again amidst no deal being reached on pay.

Liverpool dock workers began their two week strike action over a dispute with pay this week, following suit with workers at the Port of Felixstowe.

In 2021, HMRC announced after nearly 30 years, the closure of its Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system by 31st March 2023, as it was felt that the system was no longer fit for purpose.

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It has been confirmed this week that workers at the Port of Felixstowe will begin a second wave of strike action from 27th September, 2022, which will once again last for 8 days.

Uniserve are looking to secure another Supply Chain Excellence Award win, for the second, consecutive year in a row.

Strike action seems likely to go ahead from the 21st August after Union representatives Unite and Hutchinson Ports (UK) failed to reach an agreement on pay.

China have advised shipping companies to reroute their vessels, amidst military drills in Taiwan this week.

As you are probably now well aware, HMRC’s CHIEF (Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight system) is being discontinued and replaced by CDS (Customs Declaration Service) by 31st March, 2023.

In 2021, HMRC announced after nearly 30 years, the closure of its Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system by 31st March 2023, as it was felt that the system was no longer fit for purpose.

Ellerman City Lines are pleased to announce the launch of their Hong Kong West Bound Sea Freight service.

Shanghai have entered the second phase of their three stage plan, which will see work and production resume in China’s largest commercial and industrial city.

Shanghai’s government have released new policies for the gradual easing of lockdown for its logistics industry (16th May, 2022).

Civil unrest continues as Sri Lanka’s economic crisis worsens.

Shanghai has been put into a phased lockdown following the outbreak of COVID-19. The eastern half of the city is now in lockdown until April 1st after which the west of Shanghai will be locked down until April 5th.

UK and European supply chains are under increased strain following sacking of 800 staff and suspension services by P&O Ferries.

Immediate, week-long city-wide lockdown in Shenzhen.

Uniserve are delighted to announce our continued partnership with ROKiT MB Motorsport into the 2022 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. Following a string of successful races during the 2021 BTCC season and great customer engagement, renewing the partnership was a natural progression of a great business relationship.