News Archive

8 April 2024

The challenges of expanding through exports

Many businesses struggle to expand their reach through exporting, yet this route to increase sales is often supported by grants, multiple government funded agencies and provides almost limitless potential.

1 April 2024

The world's leading opera magazine

In publishing there are many cherished titles, but within the world of Opera there is only one leading publication.

25 March 2024

Times up CHIEF!

The CHIEF system is no longer available for exports and its retirement signifies a completion of the phased roll-out of the implementation of CDS.

18 March 2024

Good luck and thank you Jerry!

Hollyport Logistics founder Jerry Holmes retires 14 years after starting the Heathrow based freight forwarding business back in February 2010.

11 March 2024

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4 March 2024

Need Midlands based online order fulfilment?

Handling over 1.5million ecommerce packages a year, Spatial Global are the largest online fulfilment provider in the Midlands providing a 'pay as you go' solution.

26 February 2024

Magento Fulfilment Services

Streamline your order fulfilment process with seamless Magento integration and efficient shipping for your online orders.

12 February 2024

'Pay as you go' ecommerce fulfilment

UK ecommerce fulfilment costs vary dramatically depending upon volume, provider and lots of other variables, we've tried to keep things simple.

31 January 2024

The Border Target Operating Model effective from January 31st, 2024

The Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) impacts you if you import animal products, products of animal origin (POAO) or composite products from the EU or EFTA.

29 January 2024

What's the difference between ecommerce fulfilment, 3PL & 4PL?

When talking ecommerce supply chain management, third or fourth party logistics and full-service fulfilment may appear at first sight to be one and the same.

15 January 2024

UK TikTok Fulfilment Solutions

Are you missing out on TikTok Shop ecommerce sales? Tiktok is a major sales driver for UK businesses looking to boost their ecommerce sales.

1 January 2024

What makes a good freight forwarder?

Without really understanding what's the best fit for your business, your benchmark will naturally become focused upon price. Here we try and explain how you choose the right freight forwarder for your business, products and shipments.

20 December 2023

Suez Canal Warning

Expect longer transit times, vessel delays, and possible handling obstacles due to port congestion as freight ships decide not to sail via the Suez Canal.

18 December 2023

Mr Beast at Going Global at Spatial Global

Our exhibition stand at Going Global was a hit with the delegates as with the support of our client Mr Beast, we were able to give away delicious chocolate bars!

15 December 2023

Selling goods online to consumers in Malaysia?

From 1 January 2024, Malaysia will impose a 10% sales tax on all low-value goods (LVG) imported into the country for business-to-consumer (B2C) transactions.

11 December 2023

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4 December 2023

Export goods insurance for exporters

Customers exporting goods are regularly without the correct insurance cover, often without knowing. If high value cargo is involved, the consequences of damage or loss could have dire consequences.

27 November 2023

Cross-border sales in e-commerce fulfilment UK

If you sell or want to sell cross-border online, we can help you to optimise your delivery times and shipping costs. Because it’s never been harder for UK based ecommerce businesses to attract, delight, and retain European customers than it is today.

20 November 2023

Creative sculptural designs exported worldwide

The theatrical sculptures are both beautiful as a standalone piece of art, and practical, in that they also have a functional use.

20 November 2023

Pioneering Green Product Chooses Spatial Global for Efulfilment

Echologika has invented a sustainable alternative to bins and liners, with the goal of saving our planet, Onebin at a time.

13 November 2023

Why is the Midlands better for ecommerce fulfilment?

Whether you sell online exclusively in the UK, Europe or globally, using an East Midlands based ecommerce fulfilment solution can give you an edge.

6 November 2023

Ukraine Project Update

Keswick Enterprises, Spatial Globals parent company, have been actively involved in helping the Ukraine people since the Russian invasion, here's the most recent update of what's happened.

30 October 2023

International finished mail contract win

Another Publisher chooses Spatial Global for its international finished mail, with more of their titles coming onboard soon.

27 October 2023

Logistics Leaders Legend

John Harvey CBE was presented with the 2023 Logistic Leaders Network Lifetime Achievement Award to recognise his exceptional leadership in the industry.

23 October 2023

Air freight for commercial shipping component

Usually if something is big, heavy and needs to be shipped a considerable distance it will be forwarded using sea freight, but there are exceptions where air freight is more cost effective.

16 October 2023

See you at Going Global Live

This event based at ExCeL, London, is focused on providing businesses with everything they need to grow internationally and trade overseas.

9 October 2023

The advantages of a Heathrow based freight forwarder

Hollyport Logistics provides worldwide import and export services for a wide range of businesses and products from its Heathrow Airport facility.

2 October 2023

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18 September 2023

Collect+ service for ecommerce returns

Spatial Global is now providing the option of a Collect+ returns service for our UK e-fulfilment clients.

14 September 2023

East Midlands Chamber Business Awards Finalists 2023

Spatial Global have been nominated as a finalist within the business category of Excellence in International Trade, Derbyshire Business Awards.

4 September 2023

CPTPP - What does this mean for UK-based Exporters and Importers?

As Britain joins the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), arguably the biggest trade deal since Brexit, it’s opened up a world of opportunities for UK-based importers and exporters.

21 August 2023

Specialist mailing services in the digital age

While digital communication channels have gained popularity, mailing services continue to offer unique advantages that make them a valuable channel for businesses communications.

16 August 2023

Championing the Midlands Businesses

Mike Wallis attended the inaugural Embassy Luncheon at Kedleston Country House, Derbyshire.

14 August 2023

Prominent independent publishing company chooses Spatial Global for e-fulfilment

The fulfilment includes previous editions of magazines, special editions, collector's items, and merchandise related to the different magazine brands.

7 August 2023

Ecommerce delivery portal development

Constantly seeking better ways for our customers to engage with theirs.

31 July 2023

Your best choice for air freight forwarding in the UK

With our acquisition of Hollyport Logistics, Spatial Global now has two strategically significant operations located close to EMA and Heathrow Airports.

24 July 2023

Take a look at our new website!

The last few years have probably seen the biggest changes in the areas of ecommerce, International mail and overseas trade - our new website reflects the latest services and support we provide in these dynamic business areas.

17 July 2023

Why you're better off with an independent mailing house

You may be surprised to learn you can get better prices, greater redundancy and more options.

10 July 2023

What are your delivery options when transporting goods from GB to Europe?

Spatial Global can support UK-based exporters with a strategic advantage when expanding into Europe, by providing you with expert know-how, helping you navigate the complexities of post-Brexit trade & giving you the confidence to proceed.

3 July 2023

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7 June 2023

The Midlands Economic Summit 2023

Fostering connections, promoting innovation, and sparking thought-provoking conversations, the Summit invigorated the collective effort to unlock the Midlands' full potential.

5 June 2023

International ecommerce, de minimis value and why it matters!

De minimis is a country-specific threshold at which duties and taxes are applied.De minimis is a country-specific threshold at which duties and taxes are applied

22 May 2023

Pan-European manufacturer struggling with UK materials supply

Production line stoppages at UK manufacturing sites forces group to review import process.

8 May 2023

Tailored e-fulfilment solutions for unusual ecommerce products

Niche physical products sold online that can't use conventional delivery solutions.

1 May 2023

UK manufacturer chooses Spatial Global for Freight Forwarding

Tired of excuses, poor communication and constantly experiencing late deliveries - the business needed a reliable partner.

24 April 2023

Paper Wrap Magazine Mailing

Environmental and sustainable mailing for magazines and catalogues.

17 April 2023

338 years of Freight Forwarding and Customs Documentation Experience

Spatial Global has a small but very experienced team. Working in the challenging world of freight forwarding and Customs Documentation. Helping to facilitate our clients international business needs.

10 April 2023

IOSS-compliant delivery services

IOSS (Import One Stop Shop) is a VAT registration scheme designed to support Ecommerce sales from non-EU to EU countries, allowing for the collection of purchase VAT at the checkout.

6 April 2023

East Midlands Airport talk at Manufacturers Conference

East Midlands Airport Managing Director, Steve Griffiths, gave a compelling talk at todays East Midlands Manufacturing and Trade Conference 2023.

6 April 2023

East Midlands Airport talk at Manufacturers Conference

East Midlands Airport Managing Director, Steve Griffiths, gave a compelling talk at todays East Midlands Manufacturing and Trade Conference 2023.

27 March 2023

Looking for a UK Project Cargo partner?

Spatial Global is an award winning freight forwarder with extensive project cargo experience. We have for many years provided solutions for complex international shipments including project cargoes requiring more specialised handling & equipment.

24 March 2023

Publishing Mail for packets being withdrawn by Royal Mail in April

Publishing Mail is the Royal Mail service for sending volume mailings of periodical items such as magazines and journals. Until April 2023 the service is available for packet format mail but this aspect of the service is being withdrawn from 3rd April.

21 March 2023

Shopify Fulfilment API Deprecation Extended

Support For API Version 2022-04 Extended To June 30, 2023.

13 March 2023

What qualifies as an oversized cargo shipment for sea freight?

Oversized cargo has different definitions dependent on the mode of transportation required. We've put a quick guide together to help demystify this aspect of freight forwarding.

12 March 2023

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9 March 2023

Nachural Awards Finalist 2023

We're thrilled to have been nominated for International Business of the Year, and been shortlisted as a Finalist.

27 February 2023

Excessive charges for LCL UK handling and deliveries

It’s essential to know your FOB from your CIF & all other INCO terms when ordering from overseas to help avoid unwanted surprises in the form of unforeseen costs.

22 February 2023

Spatial Global broaden offer with Acquisition

We're delighted to have acquired 100% of the shares of Hollyport Logistics, a Heathrow based freight forwarder, operated by its founder, Jerry Holmes since 2010.

13 February 2023

Kickstarter Success for THE SHINING: A VISUAL AND CULTURAL HAUNTING

Publishing house ROUGH TRADE BOOKS launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund an exquisitely produced boxed publication, containing the key research texts studied by Stanley Kubrick in his preparations for the film THE SHINING.

30 January 2023

Amazon sales double for online book retailer

The international retailer attributes their dramatic increase in Amazon sales down to technology, a great global network of publishers and specialist book distributors.

16 January 2023

Vickie joins the freight team

Highly experienced in international commerce, Vickie joins the freight accounts administration team supporting and advising customers on Letters of Credit and other compliance documentation requirements related to imports and exports.

2 January 2023

Shopify Integration for UK based e-fulfilment

Spatial Global provide seamless integration between the Shopify ecommerce platform and our e-fulfilment services.

21 December 2022

London Gateway Port Visit

BIFA visit provides training and first hand experience of the UK's most integrated logistics hub, a strategically-located centre of excellence on the River Thames.

15 December 2022

What does Freeport status really mean for Spatial Global?

Spatial Global is located central to the East Midlands Freeport, and the heart of the ‘golden triangle of transport infrastructure’ with rapid road and rail access to all corners of the country.

2 December 2022

Why are ocean container rates falling?

The cost of a shipping container from China to northern Europe fell by over 60% during the past 12 months.

17 October 2022

How an innovative EU based online retailer optimised their UK ecommerce strategy

With growing online sales potentially being hit by new customs processes, lengthening delivery timescales and rising shipping costs - EU based online retailers are choosing to optimise their online sales for the UK market.

10 October 2022

Educational kits sold as subscription box ecommerce products

Subscription box educational kits, held in our bonded warehouse and sold online enable our overseas client to access the global market with a cost effective, cashflow friendly efulfilment solution.

5 October 2022

How European online retailers are adapting their ecommerce sales model for the UK

With many European online retailers experiencing a significant drop in their UK ecommerce sales, they have changed tack to access Europe’s top online market.

27 September 2022

EORI Number - do I need one?

An EORI number is a unique identification number used for customs declarations. Which type of EORI number you need and where you get it from depends on where you’re moving goods to and from. You may need more than one.

24 September 2022

Clothing ecommerce fulfilment

If you're running an online clothing brand and are looking to grow, Spatial Global provides a scalable fashion ecommerce fulfilment solution which can manage the storage along with wholesale and ecommerce distribution.

5 September 2022

CS-Cart integration for UK based e-fulfilment

CS-Cart is a turnkey ecommerce shopping cart software solution, and Spatial Global provides seamless integration between its ecommerce platform and e-fulfilment services.

22 August 2022

UK warehouse and ecommerce solutions for overseas brands

With the complications of UK VAT on ecommerce sales, there has been a growth in businesses exporting in bulk to have UK online sales fulfilled locally.

8 August 2022

WooCommerce integration for UK based e-fulfilment

Spatial Global provide seamless integration between the WooCommerce ecommerce platform and our e-fulfilment services.

25 July 2022

EKM integration for UK based e-fulfilment

EKM is a UK based all-in-one online store builder. Spatial Global provide seamless integration between the EKM ecommerce platform and our e-fulfilment services.

11 July 2022

Liftoff integration for UK based e-fulfilment

Spatial Global provide seamless integration between the Liftoff ecommerce platform and our e-fulfilment services.

27 June 2022

Building ecommerce fulfilment solutions around your needs

Tailored ecommerce solutions help our customers develop their brand with unique business processes to support them.

13 June 2022

Need smarter integration solutions for your e-fulfilment?

A robust, integrated ecommerce fulfilment process can save you time, money and help you increase sales.

8 June 2022

CHIEF to CDS - what you need to know

Are you aware of the CHIEF switch off dates, and do you know how to prepare for your migration?

6 June 2022

5 Things to look for when choosing a Freight Forwarding partner

It’s crucial you find a credible and reliable UK freight forwarder if importing or exporting is a part of your business growth strategy.

30 May 2022

Congratulations Harry

Harry has successfully completed Customs Academy Level 2 - Customs Practice and Procedure.

23 May 2022

Congratulations Cara

Cara has successfully completed Customs Academy Level 3.

16 May 2022

Congratulations Izzy

Izzy has successfully achieved Level 3 CargoWise Certification - CargoWise Professional.

9 May 2022

Investing in our Freight Team and CargoWise

Freight Forwarding and international customs have changed more in the last two years than in the previous 50 – so it’s more important than ever that our people are supported with expert training by accredited bodies.

2 May 2022

Enquiries up on International Magazine and Mailing Services

Magazine distribution and international mailing enquiries on the increase in the first three months of 2022.

25 April 2022

Spatial Global on the new Customs Declarations Service

The Customs Declarations Service (CDS) is the UK government's new electronic system for handling customs declaration processes, and replacement for Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system.

18 April 2022

Marking Earth Day by highlighting eco-friendly packaging for mail

To mark Earth Day, we thought we’d help you understand the environmentally friendly mail packaging options available for high volume mail or magazine distribution.

11 April 2022

Why Agencies partner with a specialist mail fulfilment house

Philip Megson, Director of Quiet Storm, explains why he values the business mailing solutions provided by Spatial Global are a great fit for their business mailings.

5 April 2022

27 Tonnes of Emergency Medical Equipment by Air Freight

When a European Government needed emergency medical supplies at the beginning of 2022, the rush was on to facilitate the delivery before the start of Chinese New Year.

29 March 2022

TradeGecko e-fulfilment UK changes June, 2022

17 January 2022

CDS to replace CHIEF and NES system by 2023

HMRC has confirmed that the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system will fully close on 31 March 2023.

23 December 2021

A number of challenges currently affect the freight transportation sector

Robert Tedd, Freight Manager at Spatial Global provides this overview of where we are and the likely changes.

20 December 2021

Success in the most challenging year in freight forwarding

Throughout 2021 our Freight Forwarding operations have battled to adapt, innovate and deliver, in what has proved to be one of the most challenging years in global supply chain history.

16 December 2021

UK frontier controls start January 2022

Here's what's changing if you import from the EU to GB.

14 December 2021

Adapting to the changes for imports and exports

What is Spatial Global doing to support your import and export needs?

13 December 2021

East Midlands apply for UK Freeport status

An East Midlands consortium has applied for Freeport status in the UK.

2 December 2021

Importing into UK using the GVMS from January 2022

From 1 January 2022, hauliers must be registered for the Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) to move any import or export goods between UK and the EU.

2 December 2021

New UK border import controls Jan 1st 2022

The UK Government is implementing full import controls for goods being imported from the EU to the UK from January 2022

29 November 2021

Christmas freight deliveries warning

Ongoing Covid restrictions, reduced air and freight capacity, high volumes and winter weather conditions are all likely to impact delivery across the globe.

15 November 2021

Global logistics giants jostle for top spot

With market dynamics still skewed as limited capacity and sky high freight rates continue, conditions still present a challenging market for shippers and forwarders.

1 November 2021

The Reality of Brexit

With all that's happened with the global pandemic, Brexit seems to have lost the headlines but with the EU trade deal finally complete, what does post-Brexit really look like?

18 October 2021

What influences the current excessive shipping rate volatility?

Extreme shipping rates continue to rule the freight industry, and this apparent instability is expected to stay well into 2022 and possibly into 2023 according to a number of trade related analysts.

4 October 2021

Download The Autumn 2021 Edition of Spatial Global Freight Newsletter

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23 August 2021

The changing nature of ecommerce

The pandemic and resulting global recession have caused many businesses to rethink their route to market as ecommerce becomes a standard consumer expectation.

16 August 2021

Paper wrap mailing

As the paper wrap options increase for magazine mailings, more companies choose printed paper wrap to increase advertising and promotional opportunities.

9 August 2021

Ecommerce Return Logistics

Reverse logistics, or managing products that have been returned by a customer is an increasingly time consuming process which many online retailers are now choosing to outsource the function.

26 July 2021

Ecommerce fulfilment for underfloor heating

Trade Underfloor Supplies (TUS) specialise in the design and supply of energy efficient underfloor heating systems for the trade. After tendering out their ecommerce fulfilment to seven 3PL’s - they explain why they chose Spatial Global.

19 July 2021

Your Freight Forwarding Team

When you encounter challenging times in freight forwarding you need a good team.

12 July 2021

Ever Given Suez Shipping Crisis - who pays?

Roughly 30 per cent of the world’s shipping container volume transits through the 193km Suez canal daily, so who will foot the bill estimated to be about US$400 million per hour?

1 July 2021

IOSS - The import one stop shop launches 1st July

On July 1st 2021 the EU provision of €22 import VAT exemption on ecommerce purchases will be abolished.

28 June 2021

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21 June 2021

Harry Sangra a new addition to the freight team

Hardeep (AKA Harry) has worked with Spatial Global as a client, and liked the ethos of the company so much, he jumped at the opportunity to work here.

14 June 2021

Izabela Milburn rejoins Spatial Global Freight Team

Izabela cut her teeth in the freight forwarding sector with Spatial Global in the noughties, but moved on to develop her career in managing imports and exports with a range of big names in the sector.

31 May 2021

Mental Health Online Book Sales Growth

With many people enduring isolation for unprecedented periods, coupled with the increased awareness of how mental health impacts on our lives - has brought about a boom in mental health publishing, resulting in record online book sales.

24 May 2021

Spatial Global a Keswick Enterprises Company

In a year of systemic shifts within the economy and uncertainty permeating every sector; the benefits of being part of a successful group like Keswick Enterprises are undoubtedly reassuring to those who rely on us as a key partner in their supply chain.

17 May 2021

Challenges and opportunities of road freight in 2021

2021 may have been the perfect storm for road hauliers transporting goods between the UK and mainland Europe, as COVID and BREXIT combined to see borders temporarily closed.

10 May 2021

Challenges and opportunities of sea and air freight in 2021

Global supply chains face a variety of challenges as companies attempt to transition into a new COVID-19 environment.

3 May 2021

Growing trend to greener mailing options

As we hit the 12 month milestone of the installation of our paper wrap mailing line, more and more magazines are converting to paper wrap envelopes.

26 April 2021

Why direct mail gets a 96% engagement rate during the pandemic

According to a recent survey by Royal Mail, direct mail has increased it's engagement rate significantly over the past 12 months.

19 April 2021

Online book sales surge during lockdown

With more than 100 countries worldwide experiencing full or partial lockdowns by the end of March 2020, and most starting 2021 in a similar state has resulted in a boom in reading.

12 April 2021

Clamping down on lost VAT on international ecommerce sales

Whether you're selling online via Amazon, Ebay or your own e-commerce site you must be compliant with the VAT regulations of the respective destination country.

5 April 2021

Expanding ecommerce fulfilment resources

Spatial Global has experienced significant growth in the ecommerce demand during the past 12 months and as a result, parent company Keswick enterprises has invested in the procurement of a specialist fulfilment company APS.

29 March 2021

Unlocking growth potential with e-fulfilment

The past 12 months has been a year of seismic shifts – with consumer behaviour adapting to reflect the new normal of a locked down economy.

23 March 2021

Raising awareness of the latest mail scams

Andy Berry, Spatial Globals mailing expert highlights the growing problem of physical mail scams

22 March 2021

A new era in UK manufacturing exports

2021 is set to be a historic year for many reasons, but with multiple government initiatives coupled with supporting organisations like MAKE UK, many British manufacturing businesses are looking to increase export sales.

22 March 2021

John Langton Promotion to E-Commerce Operations Manager

As e-commerce continues to grow, Spatial Global choose an IT expert to oversee channel development

10 March 2021

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17 February 2021

Striking Belly Band Magazine Mailing

The use of photo-positioned 'belly band' advertising gives a magazine real standout appeal.

6 February 2021

Greener Greenkeeper with Paper Wrap

100% Recyclable paper wrap is the perfect eco-friendly alternative to poly mailers, with printed material providing impact as well as protection.

20 January 2021

Preparing Your Ecommerce for Brexit in 2021

Brexit will change many things for many UK businesses – including those who sell online to EU customers and consumers.

12 January 2021

BREXIT - The new rules are here

The Transition Period has ended, a deal with the EU has been reached and the new rules are here to help keep your business moving.

4 January 2021

Mail and Parcels Post Brexit

Important changes affecting mail and parcels from 1st January 2021

3 January 2021

Brexit ‘Transition End’ Impact on Mailing

Zero commercial value mailings are set to continue as normal. Only post and parcels containing goods will have changes to the way they are handled across the international mailing network.

14 December 2020

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8 December 2020

Brexit Priority List – Imports from January 2021

7 Things you must do immediately to prepare if you IMPORT from or through Europe.

7 December 2020

Brexit Priority List – Exports from January 2021

7 Things you must do immediately to prepare if you EXPORT to or through Europe.

23 November 2020

High-end Magazines Subscriptions Soar

High-end magazines which allow you to indulge your interests continue grow their subscriptions as readers revert to the enjoyment of reading printed media.

16 November 2020

Paperwrap interest increasing

Our six figure investment in a new paper wrap mailing machine is already paying dividends and generating lots of interest as publishers seek to move away from plastic wraps to a more sustainable solution.

9 November 2020

2021 Post Brexit Trading Scenarios

The process for importing and exporting goods to and from the EU will change at the end of the EU exit transition period. Businesses in Great Britain need to take the following action to continue trading with EU countries from 1st January 2021.

9 November 2020

Exporting innovative specialist print decals

EBI is one of the UK's most innovative creative print house's servicing a broad range of industries throughout the World with bespoke ‘intelligent’ decals solutions.

9 November 2020

VAT Deferral on Imports

Any goods that you bring into the UK you must tell HMRC about and pay any VAT and duty that is due. How you do this may depend on whether the goods or services are received from an EU country or not. You may also be able to defer, suspend, reduce or obtai

9 November 2020

Customs Authorisation Template

Unless your company has access to CHIEF, the UK Customs system, you will need to appoint a company to make import declarations for you. This means you need to appoint Authority for a Customs Clearance Agent to act as a Direct representative.

9 November 2020

Commercial invoice template for customs

A commercial invoice is an international shipping document provided by the supplier to the customer detailing the type and value of goods sold. The commercial invoice is used by customs to determine duties owed. In the event of a No Deal Brexit, goods tra

9 November 2020

Common Transit Convention Explained

Common Transit is an EU customs procedure that allows goods to move between the EU and common transit countries or between the common transit countries themselves with duty being paid in the country of final destination. The UK is set to remain part of th

9 November 2020

Exporter's Checklist for Brexit Transition

Exports to the EU will need to follow the full EU import procedures. This means from 1 January 2021 export declarations and UK exit Safety and Security declarations will be required for all relevant goods. Exporters will need to follow the full export pro

9 November 2020

Importer's Checklist for Brexit Transition

From 1 January 2021 standard goods imported into the UK from the EU will be subject to customs procedures. Dependent on any trade deal being agreed between the UK and the remaining member states of the EU this could mean a requirement to pay import duty a

9 November 2020

How will Brexit affect imports and exports?

Government warning time running out for importers and exporters ahead of Brexit, Spatial Global launch free information hub to guide you through the transition.

4 November 2020

BREXIT Transition Ends January 1st

The clock is ticking - KEEP CALM but don’t just carry on! There are new rules from January 1st, we all need to take action to prepare. You can act now and Spatial Global have created the BREXIT TRANSITION HUB to help you find out what you need to change

2 November 2020

Magazines Back Catalogue Ecommerce Sales Up

There's no disputing the magazine publishing sector has had it tough, but with lockdown something strange happened.

26 October 2020

Mr Bingo, Hate Mail and Book Sales!

Verbally and visually abusing people the world over isn't your typical route to success.

19 October 2020

Jewers Doors Champions of Export

Jewers Doors design and manufacture industrial sliding and sliding-folding door systems for aircraft hangers, fire stations, shipyards, rail depots and a variety of other specialist building applications.

12 October 2020

Dramatic E-fulfilment Growth

Spatial Global experienced huge demand for its e-commerce fulfilment services during lockdown, resulting in operating a 7 day working week to keep on top of the increase in online orders.

5 October 2020

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28 September 2020

Exporting Challenges of Low Cost Items

When a company wins The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, you know they have a quality product, so when Spatial Global were approached to help in providing help exporting their low cost storage solutions they were happy to accept the chall

21 September 2020

Evapo do their bit to aid public health during the crisis

Smoking probably puts you at greater risk of coronavirus, not less. Recent studies suggest that one of the best steps people can take to protect themselves is to quit smoking - an Evapo have launched a #QuitForCovid campaign and www.todayistheday.co.uk we

18 September 2020

Global sales for book considered a piece of art

The book is a photographic, cyberpunk-inspired exploration of nocturnal Tokyo by Liam Wong, and is published by Thames & Hudson, with global mailing fulfilled by Spatial Global.

14 September 2020

New Freight Manager at Spatial Global

Robert Tedd, highly experienced in multi-modal freight operations, joins the team to drive growth in import and export sales.

28 August 2020

Importing PPE for the NHS at the height of the crisis

A squeeze on capacity, a spike in demand, and shortage of PPE – the perfect storm. However despite market rates rocketing, Spatial Global kept our fees super low to help the NHS.

14 August 2020

You’re in Safe hands

In uncertain times its good to know your import, export and mailing partners are financially stable.

31 July 2020

What Freight is moving where as a result of COVID-19?

The COVID-19 pandemic is currently affecting over 200 countries and territories across all regions.

17 July 2020

What mail can be sent where as a result of COVID-19?

The Mail team at Spatial Global are actively monitoring this rapidly evolving situation. There are some delays or suspension of international deliveries to and from dozens of countries due to flight cancellations and actions by foreign governments. But if

7 July 2020

Nottingham University Hospitals receive Tea Pigs Tea Bags Donation

When Spatial Globals ecommerce fulfilment client DotDigital wanted to donate thier remaining stock of Tea Pigs Tea Bags to the NHS, Ecommerce Customer Delivery Supervisor Ruth Hubball, knew just where they should go.

3 July 2020

Spatial Global Temperature Test Impact of COVID-19

With Coronavirus pandemic impacting businesses across the board, Spatial Global asked their customers for feedback on how they had performed.

3 July 2020

New Paper Wrap Mailing Machine installed

SIX FIGURE INVESTMENT TO PROVIDE A MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MAILING SOLUTION TAKES SHAPE AS THE INSTALLATION AND TESTING PHASE IS COMPLETE.

26 June 2020

Doncaster Sheffield Airport Growth in Freight

FLEXIBILITY AND AGILITY KEY TO AIR FREIGHT DURING COVID-19, AND DONCASTER SHEFFIELD AIRPORT IS FAST-BECOMING THE UK'S MOST USER-FRIENDLY FREIGHT AIRPORT.

19 June 2020

Keeping calm and still caring on Summers here!!

Well Spring 2020 won't be forgotten in a hurry, with most of the World on lockdown for virtually the whole season.

19 June 2020

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25 May 2020

Why supporting the local community is important to Spatial Global

A strong focus on supporting charities and initiatives within the community is in our DNA at Spatial Global; and it’s a key driver of our parent company Keswick Enterprises.

18 May 2020

New Paper Wrap Mailing Machine Ordered

Spatial Global Mail has been a leader in promoting sustainable mailing options for publishers, and have pioneered alternatives to LDPE polywrap, with materials like biodegradable potato starch-based film.

11 May 2020

What is more sustainable than paper wrap?

If you’re a publisher looking to reduce your carbon footprint, paper is a renewable resource which is highly recyclable.

4 May 2020

Send Mailing Data Securely for GDPR

As a company who provide mailing solutions for publishers at home and overseas, we are by default their designated data processor.

30 April 2020

Spatial Global’s parent company Keswick Enterprises, has acquired north-east England based co-packer, APS

The Keswick Enterprises Group Limited has acquired 100% of the equity of Northumberland-based Assembly and Packing Services Limited (APS).

27 April 2020

A Hat-Trick of BIFA BTEC Awards

Three of the Spatial Global Freight team all successfully completed their BIFA, BTEC Intermediate Award in Customs Export and Import Procedures.

27 April 2020

Moving PPE into the NHS supply chain by Air Freight

Spatial Global moving overseas PPE into the NHS supply chain at a fraction of Air Freight market price fees

20 April 2020

Treat Yourself to a World of Flavours

Award-winning food gifting company TTK Confectionery Ltd specialising in product design and development - their products can be found in over 25,000 retail stores worldwide.

13 April 2020

Exporting pitch turf technology for sports played on a world stage

Whether it's this years’ Euro 2020 or the recent football and rugby World Cups, you will have seen SIS Pitches work in action.

6 April 2020

Mike Wallis takes part in business panel discussions on regional strengths, importing, exporting, the transition from the EU and more…

One of the highlights of the Love Business Expo is the annual Q+A panel, which sees key business figures from across the Heart of the Midlands come together to debate the burning business questions of the day.

30 March 2020

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24 March 2020

Managing international business during the Covid-19 crisis

Spatial Global keeping calm and carrying on

4 March 2020

Dangerous Goods by Air Revalidation

Congratulations to Paula who has successfully completed a 2 day Dangerous Goods by Air Revalidation course, passing with an amazing mark of 97%!

25 February 2020

Mailings move to paper envelopes sourced from sustainable forestry

The BBC series Blue Planet II highlighted the impact of plastics in the world’s oceans. This has intensified public pressure against single use plastics and has prompted many publishers to review the use of polywrap in their magazine mailings.

18 February 2020

Historic iconic publication distributed internationally by Spatial Global

Established in 1937, Tribune magazine was positioned as a socialist voice against the rising tide of fascism in Europe. The magazine has reflected the views of left-wing politics in Britain for more than eighty years.

11 February 2020

David Nieper double win at Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2019

Mike Wallis with Maxine Calder (left) and Rebecca Gilliver (right) who represented David Nieper at Make UK Midlands and East Region Awards.

28 January 2020

GDPR and the importance of transferring mailing lists securely

The need for good end-to-end security is a given when transferring any personal data, and this includes sending your subscriber mailing list to a supplier such as Spatial Global.

24 January 2020

Spatial Global Win Project Forwarding Award 2019

British International Freight Association’s (BIFA) Project Forwarding Award 2019 was announced by Ade Adepitan, one of the UK’s most well-known Paralympians and broadcasters, at the glittering ceremony at The Brewery, in the City of London.

21 January 2020

Exporting to Japan - is it for you?

Spatial Global’s 'Export Champion' Rachel Morley was asked to speak at an event promoting exports to Japan which was hosted by the East Midlands Chamber of Commerce in with the Department for International Trade and Derbyshire Economic Partnership.

14 January 2020

Leading Space Journal chooses Spatial Global

ROOM The Space Journal - is a space magazine for an international audience, focused on promoting the peaceful exploration of space for the benefit of humankind.

2 January 2020

Transaid Annual Showcase

Patron of Transaid, HRH The Princess Royal, praises the transport and logistics industry for its support to the charity over the past year. Transaid is a charity close to Spatial Global and parent company Keswick Enterprises Group.

18 December 2019

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13 December 2019

Driving growth by doing business internationally

Spatial Global are experts at helping businesses improve their potential for expansion and growth. There are many other fast-growing, less-competitive markets. Just spin the globe and you can find an opportunity to sell something, somewhere.

9 December 2019

Want to avoid surprise Sea Freight storage costs at Christmas?

Christmas is probably the only time in the UK where the majority of businesses shut down for the same holidays. This often catches many companies out, as they are unable to receive container deliveries and get surprise storage fees as a result.

4 December 2019

We've still got your international post covered!

Over a year ago we published an article outlining the possible impact of Brexit on international mail and parcel deliveries. 15 months later uncertainty remains about the final outcome of Brexit, so here is a quick update.

2 December 2019

Globally sourced materials delivered to Leicester Square, London

EE Smith Contracts is one of the UK’s leading specialist interior fit-out contractors, working with some of the world’s most prestigious hotels, commercial interiors and private residences.

25 November 2019

Growth in magazine wrap

With consumers demanding an alternative to polythene wrap, compostable potato starch wrap has become the leader in sustainable, environmentally friendly fulfilment for magazine mailings.

18 November 2019

Ecommerce UK and International Fulfilment

Global expansion is the key to growth for many businesses. Spatial Global offers tracked ecommerce delivery services both within the UK and worldwide.

11 November 2019

Green Magazine Mailing Solution

As publishers seek greener ways to mail magazines without plastic, an increasing number of Spatial Global’s customers are turning to compostable wrap or paper envelopes to ensure that their magazine distribution is aligned with their sustainability goals.

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4 November 2019

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