The UK continues to refine its customs and trade operations with significant changes underway. To help businesses stay informed and better understand these changes, our colleague Chris Porter at Kukla UK spoke with David Richardson, the Regulatory and Commercial Affairs Director at the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) and his colleagues – Sam Honey, […]
We are thrilled that Kukla UK will once again attend the London Wine Fair, at Olympia, Kensington, from Monday, May 19th, to Wednesday, May 21st, 2025. We invite you to join the event, continuing the tradition of meeting members of our leadership team at this prestigious annual trade event. We will be in the exact location
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Exporting wines to European markets and various global locations can be complex, equally sophisticated and meticulous. Kukla UK has long been a trusted name in delivering high-quality solutions, including how effectively the team manages wine exports across many regions. With an increasing number of clients, Kukla’s EU Division has become a vital partner in navigating
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IN THE NEWS New alliance vessel plans add to ongoing port congestion in Europe Severe congestion continues to plague ports across Europe with new alliance vessel plans combining with strikes, bad weather and fully occupied container yards to delay ships and disrupt terminal operations. The bottlenecks are being felt in both North Europe and
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DP World London Gateway has marked a significant milestone with the arrival of its first ship under the new Gemini Cooperation, a partnership between shipping giants Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd. The Maersk Stadelhorn became the first vessel to call at London Gateway on 19 March as part of the Gemini ME2/IEX India-Europe service. This follows the
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Samuel Plimsoll’s name might not be the first that comes to mind when thinking about maritime history, but his legacy is still saving lives today. His creation, the Plimsoll Line, is a simple but crucial mark on a ship’s hull that tells captains and the crew how much cargo their vessel can safely carry. It’s
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Adaptability and precision are essential for success in the logistics industry. In our latest interview, Chris Porter speaks with Liam Jacobs, the dynamic leader of Kukla UK’s French team, who embodies these qualities. With an impressive portfolio, Kukla has refined the art of adjusting to a wide range of order sizes and values coming in from
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IN THE NEWS No clear timeline for Red Sea return as carriers face rising insurance costs Ocean carriers will require “a full and permanent” ceasefire between Israel and Hamas before they are confident enough to shift services back to the Red Sea and Suez Canal, according to marine management company Inchcape Shipping Services. And the
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The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics in warehousing is ushering in a new era for the logistics sector, significantly impacting various industries, notably beverage distribution. As technological advancements progress, the opportunities for improving operational efficiency, worker safety and overall quality of jobs are becoming more evident. In the beverage industry specifically, AI and
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When you hear the term “knots,” it’s easy to think of sailing or nautical adventures. But did you know that knots have been a key part of shipping history for centuries? Their significance goes beyond simple ropework – they represent a unit of measurement that has shaped maritime navigation for generations. The origin of
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