Ever Given Delays

The unusual incident in the Suez canal was caused by strong seasonal winds blowing the huge 20,000 TEU containership MV Ever Given off course and blocking this trade route for some time.  The delays associated is expected to impact on trades between Europe and the...

Freight Service Update

Due to the effect of Coronavirus on the shipping services worldwide, EwePack cannot guarantee that cargoes are shipped as booked by all airlines. With medical supply and perishable shipments always taking priority over non urgent classifications, even ‘priority’...

Peak season demand can bring shipping delays

For anyone with an international on time delivery requirement (for an event for instance) at this time of year it is essential to liaise with your freight forwarder if you’re on a tight schedule. At EwePack, we try to predict delays due to increased demand as...

What is a Currency Adjustment Factor?

Following recent major movements in currencies, EwePack along with other shipping companies are adding ‘Currency Adjustment Factor’ onto some invoices.  It’s standard practise to do this with credit account customers since the cost of services may...

Felixstowe Port Congestion

EwePack is aware of ongoing delays at Felixstowe port.  Any time-sensitive shipments must figure in some delays or vessels refusing to call and opting for alternative ports.  If we give clients a time-based proposal, we factor in any potential known delays.  If...