Road freight prices soar as impact of inflation and Brexit kicks in, new research reveals

The year just gone was a difficult year in global logistics due to ongoing volatility. We worked alongside customers navigating the Suez Canal block, hurricanes and cyclones, port and terminal closures due to Covid-19 outbreaks, customs and trade changes, labour shortages and more.

WH Bowker International experienced a “very positive” 2021, despite the challenges brought by the Covid 19 pandemic and new Brexit customs procedures, with pre-tax profit more than doubling in the year.

Hauliers are bracing themselves for more delays at Northern Ireland’s ports after Brexit checks on animal and food products were suspended at both Belfast and Larne ports this week following threats to customs staff.