Businesses urged to shop local to boost small-town economies
It’s no secret. Shopping local and using independent businesses instead of larger commercial organisations is vital if we want to see our small-town economies grow and flourish. Anton Gunter, Global Freight’s managing director, makes a strong case for why everyone should support local… The phrase “Local is Lekker” is a popular saying and theme in […]
Global Freight strengthens global partnerships
Building collaborative partnerships with external organisations is fundamental to business success. They enable your business to harness the strengths and skills of others to improve outcomes for both you and your clients. It’s something we’ve always been heavily invested in at Global Freight Services and we’re really proud to be part of two worldwide networks […]
Small business innovation continues to drive success of UK economy
Small businesses across the UK have once again been recognised for their success and innovation at a national award ceremony. The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) held its 2023 UK award ceremony at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham and in attendance was our managing director Anton Gunter and company founder, Nicole Gunter. “We’ve provided […]
Global Freight hand-delivers FSB award to Olpro
Managing director Anton Gunter has this week hand-delivered the FSB award for International Business of the Year to outdoor adventure company Olpro.
Strive together, thrive together – overcoming the ‘perfect storm’
The freight and logistics industry has faced what can only be described as a ‘perfect storm’ in recent years. First came Brexit, then Covid-19 and now the war in Ukraine. Combined, they have brought a triple wave of challenges to the sector — driver shortages, congestion at ports and a huge hike in the price […]
FSB award sponsorship – always an honour!
With so many fantastic businesses located right across the Midlands region, it’s always an absolute honour for us to sponsor the annual FSB regional awards.
Businesses urged to kickstart international trading in 2022 with a logistics health check
In the last 18 months, UK businesses, particularly exporters, have had everything thrown at them – a global pandemic beyond anyone’s imagining, Brexit, new trade deals, a lorry driver shortage and rising shipping costs. However, despite all this disruption, businesses have continued to trade internationally and according to the World Trade Organization, global trade has rebounded beyond all expectations. As we start 2022 however, our managing director, Anton Gunter, is warning we […]
Is now the right time to start exporting?
Running a business has been no easy feat for anyone during the last two years with Covid-19 and Brexit doing its best to derail trade but it would seem here in the UK we are a resilient nation. We are innovators and we are ambitious and although our confidence may dip on occasion, more often than not, business owners tend to bounce back with vigour and excitement at the prospect of embracing new opportunities. And that is […]
Stateside tour on song thanks to shipping specialist
A firm of shipping specialists is supporting the first ever transatlantic musical tour for students at a Newport school.
US-China trade war represents opportunity for UK SMEs
The current trade war between China and the United States could represent an opportunity for UK exporters, according to international trade expert Anton Gunter. The tariffs imposed on hundreds of Chinese goods by Donald Trump could see China making more deals with other nations – and the UK is in prime position to take advantage, […]
