Carriers are deploying 28 additional West coast “extra-loader” vessels to handle the diversion of cargo from the US East and Gulf coasts due to potential labour disruptions https://lnkd.in/gRE3HQkx
Metro
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Birmingham, West Midlands 6,233 followers
Shaping the future of global trade
About us
Metro power the supply chains of leading global brands and manufacturers. Transporting everything from raw materials to finished products that keeps the world moving.
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http://www.metro.global
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- Industry
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- Type
- Partnership
- Founded
- 1981
- Specialties
- Metro Visibility Tracking and eDocumentation, (MVT), Documentation, Freight Forwarding, Seafreight, Airfreight, Freight management, Customs brokerage, Exports, Imports, Crosstrades, Technology, and Road Freight
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2700 The Crescent
Birmingham Business Park
Birmingham, West Midlands B37 7YE, GB
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Suite 401 Unit 2 Argonaut Park
Galleymead Road
Colnbrook, Berkshire SL3 0EN, GB
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Updates
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We're #hiring! Please explore our current vacancies and share with your network #wearehiring #metro
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The risk of strikes at East and Gulf Coast ports is growing, with the International Longshoremen’s Association in complete agreement on striking on the 1st October https://lnkd.in/dZs78g2G
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With the peak shipping season starting in September, air cargo demand is expected to remain robust, particularly in high-demand regions like Asia Pacific, with flights on many lanes already fully booked. https://lnkd.in/evSXzFqq
Air cargo under pressure as peak season looms - Metro
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Inspired by JCB’s £2million fundraising drive for the NSPCC, members of the Metro team contributed to the cause by cycling 50 miles over the Bank Holiday weekend, raising an impressive £15,000. https://lnkd.in/e9J_xMpt
Metro support JCB's ambitious fundraising campaign for NSPCC - Metro
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As the global environmental push intensifies, the maritime and aviation sectors are under pressure to adopt sustainable practices. Metro has been at the forefront of these efforts, investing in new fuel technologies that will support the green transition. https://lnkd.in/eByPRp9Z
Sustainability focus - Metro
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EV production in the UK is expected to surpass one million units and reach 95% of automotive capacity by 2035. Metro’s expertise in shipping finished vehicles and handling lithium-ion batteries will be a critical success factor for manufacturers. https://lnkd.in/ewxrp5Wr
Leading the charge: Metro's role in the UK's electric vehicle revolution - Metro
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To prevent a drop in container spot rates, ocean carriers have implemented a high number of blanked sailings, particularly ahead of China’s Golden Week holiday. https://lnkd.in/gRE3HQkx
Challenges in ocean freight: Capacity, congestion, and resilience - Metro
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We are proactively expanding our services and technical capability, to offer tailored solutions that help our customers capitalise on the increasing demand in domestic and international markets. https://lnkd.in/eVrzhvZc
Economic momentum for UK businesses in 2024 - Metro
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While recent developments in India and Canada suggest some relief from labour disputes, the threat of strikes in Germany and the US continues to loom over port operations and global supply chains. https://lnkd.in/dZs78g2G
Ongoing labour disputes threaten global supply chains - Metro
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