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Border Checks Cause Concern

Border Checks Cause Concern

From 9 December 2024, the Netherlands will be temporarily reintroducing border checks at its borders with Germany and Belgium, with this measure aimed at curbing irregular migration and human smuggling. These checks will be conducted on a random basis by the Royal Marechaussee and local police units, focusing on road and rail crossings. But what does it mean for you as a forwarder?

 

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Ritra & Emcon: A Strong Partnership for Years

You may know us primarily as a forwarder with extensive expertise in fashion & retail, housewares, and automotive. But we are active in many other markets as well, including the metal industry. One of our valued clients in this sector is Emcon, a company based in Panningen, Limburg. Recently, Emcon’s Roger Raijmakers visited Rotterdam, naturally making a stop at Albert Plesmanweg 61C. 

 

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Unexpected Surge in Sea Freight Rates

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The seas are bustling once again. Earlier this year, we experienced an unusually early summer peak season, and demand is already much higher than typical for this time of year. This is putting greater pressure on rates and available shipping space. What can we expect moving forward, especially with the Chinese New Year falling early in 2025?

 

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Adjusted opening hours December 2024

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Please note our modified opening hours during the holiday season:

 

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Air freight update Q3 ‘24

With the help of Ritra’s Rob van de Werve – who is no stranger to those that regularly book air shipments – we put together this air cargo update. The topics covered include current tariffs and volumes, tightened export security and tighter controls on sample shipments and e-commerce goods. Additionally, we offer you an alternative for air and sea freight shipments from 3,000 kilos. Want to read along with us?

 

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