The Global Shippers’ Forum has said that there is no justification for carriers and terminal operators to apply any charge for a shipper making an accurate VGM declaration under the new SOLAS regulations that came into force on 1 July, 2016.

Tony Richman, gives his thoughts on BREXIT and its affect on the UK moving industry

The Mover has frequently interviewed luminaries from the industry who have provided their unique insight into the developments that made the industry what it is today. By contrast, here two of the industry’s shining stars, Dennis Westerholm and Sara Lyrum Kronkjaer, both of Alfa Quality Moving, give their thoughts on the rapidly changing industry and what the future might hold.

Stories have recently appeared in the news about a receptionist who was sent home from work for apparently refusing to wear high heels. According to Acas, The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service, it’s not just high heels that are causing uniform grievances. Here is Acas’ advice.

Volvo Trucks’ new concept vehicle shows how it is possible to drastically boost productivity in long-haul operations. Among the secrets behind these remarkable fuel savings are aerodynamic design and lower kerb weight.

Darren Frostick, Director of Leading Edge Marketing Solutions, gives his tips on how to overcome one of the greatest barriers to telesales marketing: the gatekeeper.

The British no longer have their best ideas while sitting in the boardroom – or even when having that ‘watercooler moment’ according to a new poll of office workers.

We all need motor insurance, but how can you be sure your insurers will pay out if disaster strikes and that the policy you have is suitable for your business? Dan Reynolds, Account Executive at specialist insurance broker Reason Global explained how they make sure their customers have the right level of cover in place.

Premier International Movers, Lisbon started from nothing just 12 years ago. Steve Jordan caught up with director Luis Amorim to find out his story.

Alyssa Bantle, Global Curriculum Manager, Intercultural & Language Training, Crown World Mobility offers tips for avoiding faux pas when working abroad.

Michael Scott has been a major figure in the international moving industry for most of the last 50 years. As well as running a successful moving company, he was chairman of the BAR Overseas Group, president of BAR, a founder of Eurovan and director of FIDI. Steve Jordan met him at his home in Surrey for a chat.

EuRA held its annual conference in Malta in May. It turned out to be the biggest ever with 680 guests from over 55 countries. Here, Dominic Tidey, EuRA COO, provides his report.

It is now ten years since Lars Lemche launched his fledgling company, Teamwork International Moving, from a small office in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Despite his Danish roots, Lars had spent most of his working life in Brazil’s international moving industry and risen through the ranks to sales director of one of the country’s major players.

EUROMOVERS held its annual conference and AGM in May in Helsinki: a beautiful location for what was an excellent conference. Steve Jordan, Editor of The Mover, was the facilitator.

The AGS Group is set to become the first removals company in the world to have full operations in 51 countries in Africa and will shortly open in Eritrea, South Sudan, and Seychelles to complete the network.

Uber mobility is becoming a new catchphrase in the world of global mobility as technology and innovation continues to inspire change. But are apps, virtual reality and even robots the future of the industry - or just a temporary fad? Lisa Johnson, Global Practice Leader, Consulting Services, at Crown World Mobility offers her opinion.