A recent survey compiled by the British Chamber of Commerce suggests that some UK businesses are holding back from exporting their goods and services overseas.
The Chamber reports that less than half companies surveyed (total of 4,700) had plans to expand internationally. There have been calls for further support and advice for those UK companies who have potential to export from the UK in order to strengthen the UK’s economy and become a leading export nation.
In order to export successfully knowledge is required, not just of protocols from the UK, but the requirements in other countries. This is where appointing a well-established and trust-worthy freight forwarder could be the perfect solution to lack of experience and confidence.
A decent freight forwarder should be able to provide you with as much ‘hand holding’ as you require, will be up-to-date with world markets and protocols, and will have a strong network across the globe.
Appointing a freight forwarder will be an important decision for your company as you will work closely on some important business. You will need to make sure that you work well together, by starting a dialogue early on, you will be able to get to know your forwarder and ascertain whether their promptness, knowledge and experience suits your business needs.
Mercator is a UK based freight forwarding company, proud to offer a personal service for our customers no matter how large or small. We were founded in 1991, so are well-established in the market with good contacts within the major shipping lines and UK-based hauliers.
We are founding members of the international network of freight forwarders MPL (Marco Polo Line) which gives us personal contacts across the globe. These contacts allow us to deliver and collect locally in a number of different countries, including clearing exports through local customs.
If you are actively looking for a professional to assist you with exporting (or importing) for the first time, then do feel free to call us. Your enquiry will be passed to George, our Export Manager. You can call 02392 756 575 or email sales@mercatorcargo.co.uk.
