12 Dec 11
05 Dec 11
Established in 1900, Myer today operates in 67 locations across Australia, making it the continent's largest department store retailer, with a turnover in excess of (Aus) $3.2 billion.
25 Nov 11
Cheshire based Pets at Home, the UK's largest pet shop chain, have confirmed a three year extension of their supply chain management contract with Allport.
25 Nov 11
Allport has today been granted full Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status by HMRC to complement its rapidly developing global Ethical, Safe and Secure (ESS) initiative.
21 Nov 11
House of Fraser, the UK's leading premium department store group, has appointed Allport to manage its international inbound logistics. The three year contract will commence in March 2012.
16 Nov 11
Leveraging key partners capability, resources and expertise, Allport are proud founding members of the new TecDis - European Technical Distribution Network.
16 Nov 11
Fiona McKay, Air Freight Sales Director at Heston, picks up a raffle prize from New Zealand rugby legend Zinzan Brooke (pictured R) and Welsh fullback Jamie Roberts at the Rugby Player's Association (RPA) charity dinner held in London on 3rd November.
14 Nov 11
Allport have been working with the main rail operators to develop effective, economic, rail services that offer customers of all sizes practical alternatives to port congestion and carbon producing road transport.
27 Sep 11
Sainsbury's have renewed their freight management contract with Allport for the next two years.
03 Aug 11
Following their successful handling of the Range Rover Evoque launch at the Bologna and Geneva Motorshows for Jaguar Landrover earlier this year, Allport are currently handling the transportation requirements for linked events in the USA and a further dozen countries. Recent launch additions include India, Ireland and New Zealand; to coincide with The Rugby World Cup, of which Jaguar Landrover are sponsors.
07 Jul 11
We are delighted that a white paper, co-authored by Clyde Buntrock of our Supply Chain Management division, has been recognised by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, for publication in the July issue of their members magazine, Focus.
04 Jul 11
With nearly 300 delegates, across the supply chain spectrum, May's 2011 Retail Week Supply Chain Summit held at the Radisson Blu, Portman Square W1 has far exceeded organiser EMAP's expectations, a spokeswoman confirmed yesterday.
NEW - Video of Clyde Buntrock's presentation to the Sumnmit now available - Click on image below.
20 Jun 11
We are absolutely delighted that our subsidiary ediTRACK, which specialises in critical path management software, has won the Supply Chain Technology Award at this years Supply Chain Distinction Awards.
02 Jun 11
The acquisition of key Hong Kong partner World Transportation Limited in 1989, was a natural evolution in this important Allport market, providing local knowledge and a new revenue stream.
18 May 11
ASDA has announced that it plans to open it's first overseas George store as it moves to build George into a global business.
18 May 11
With GDP growing at a very respectable 6-7% p.a. over the last few years, Bangladesh is a well established exporter to the Middle East, US and Europe.
13 May 11
Brushing aside some very high profile competition, FitFlop has been recognised as the FOOTWEAR BRAND OF THE YEAR at the Drapers Footwear Awards 2011, held on the 11th May at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London's Park Lane.
27 Apr 11
Allport Pakistan have completed their first years trading and what a year it's been, with air and sea freight volumes far exceeding expectations!!
11 Apr 11
Allport Specialist Services have just completed a significant project on behalf of Royal Mail, who are modernising and centralising mail operations in the North West at a new unit in Warrington.
31 Mar 11
Allport's Supply Chain Management division has been shortlisted for the second time in five years for the Supply Chain Excellence category at this year's International Freighting Weekly Awards, taking place at Chelsea Football Stadium on Thursday 15th October.
31 Mar 11
Participating in a carbon saving campaign organised by the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers, Allport have reduced carbon emissions by an additional 106 tonnes of CO2 and achieved savings of £90,000 at the Heathrow freight centre by reviewing energy consumption
30 Mar 11
Established in France, Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic, electronic toll collection systems have raised €billions from transiting HGV vehicles in recent years.
29 Mar 11
Following their recent Strasbourg office launch, Bansard International have announced the opening of their tenth office, in Poitiers, West Central France.
28 Feb 11
Our French partner of 20 years, Bansard International, have announced the opening of their ninth domestic freight centre in Strasbourg.
10 Feb 11
The Original Factory Shop is one of the fastest growing retailers in the UK, offering a wide range of merchandise from clothing to homewares and electrical goods; toys to beauty and fragrance - all at discounted prices.
10 Feb 11
Allport affirm commitment to London Gatwick by doubling capacity at their AMSA secured freight centre by the airport.
10 Feb 11
For more information on how the current situation is affecting our Egypt services please email Graham Jones
14 Jan 11
In January 2011 the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) launched the 8th edition of their international sales terms, the 2010 Incoterms rules.
23 Dec 10
Founded nearly fifty years ago Allport has grown consistently and is now one of the largest forwarders in the UK.
16 Dec 10
18 Nov 10
Allport's Time Sensitive Team, based in Coventry, has been selected by Jaguar Land Rover to manage the transportation to, and handling of their stand at, the Bologna Motor Show in December.
12 Nov 10
Designer and manufacturers of pallet Trucks, Stackers, Counterbalance Trucks, Reach Trucks, Order Pickers, Very Narrow Aisle and Stacker Cranes, Jungheinrich are the UK's largest supplier of materials handling solutions, offering more than 600 truck variants.
29 Oct 10
The British International Freight association - BIFA - have today announced the finalists for their 2010 Freight Service Awards, with Allport shortlisted for the Air Freight and Supply Chain Management Awards.
15 Oct 10
Dean Bauer, key client manager in Allport's Supply Chain Management division, has been selected by competition judges as a finalist in the 'Rising Star of Freight' category for this year's 'International Freighting Weekly Awards'.
08 Oct 10
Allport have been retained by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority to provide logistics support to the maintenance and installation programme of their GAS Turbine Engine project in Sheikhupura, near Lahore.
07 Oct 10
For the 2nd year Allport have been selected by ESPGHAN (The European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition) as the nominated forwarder and on-site logistics provider for their annual conference and exhibition, in Sorrento Italy.
06 Oct 10
The strike by unions protesting changes to the trucking industry has come to an end. While some obstructions will remain in the short term, it is anticpated that normality will return quickly.
30 Sep 10
Renowned for its beautiful beaches, tropical islands and lush rainforests Thailand is a long established destination for the backpacker and increasingly for those seeking its unique blend of modernity and retained cultural heritage.
30 Sep 10
In just four months Allport's newest venture is proving to be a phenomenal success.
27 Sep 10
Having refused tax and pension benefits offered by the government the Unions have decided to extend the strike, with no end anticipated before Thursday 30th September.
22 Sep 10
The truckers strike in Greece shows no signs of alleviating as it enters the eleventh consecutive day of strike action. Drivers littered the steps of Government buildings last night and trucks still block vital routes into the capital.
20 Sep 10
Highway protests by Greek truckers opposing state efforts to liberalise their sector continue to disrupt freight transport and trade.
03 Aug 10
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02 Aug 10
Finalists for this years 'International Freighting Weekly Awards' were announced today and readers could be forgiven a moment of deja vu, with Allport shortlisted for the fifth time.
26 Jul 10
The Greek National Truckers Union threatened strike was confirmed on the 25th of July for an indefinite period.
26 Jul 10
It is now highly likely that the Greek National Truckers Union will announce strike action, to commence on either the 23rd July or 23rd August 2010.
14 Jul 10
Finding the right partner has been a critical element in building our network, particularly so in France, where our commitment is evidenced by a 39% investment in our partner of 20 years, Bansard International.
23 Jun 10
In partnership with the UK's leading pet care retailer, Allport ran a full page advert in The Times on Thursday 10th June.
18 Jun 10
In close co-operation and co-ordination Allport sea freight teams in the UK and their colleagues at Allport Cargo Services in South Africa, have successfully transported the 2010 World Cup Ticket kiosks
25 May 10
Due to continuing business growth Allport have moved their important Leeds operation to new, larger offices.
07 May 10
Bentley are the latest automotive marqué to appoint Allport as Tier 1 suppliers of bespoke packaging solutions.
07 May 10
Allport are proud sponsors of Essex Comets YFC; winners of the Under 14 2010 Thundermite Cup.
30 Apr 10
Senior Allport executive, Clyde Buntrock, talked about collaboration in the supply chain at Multimodal this week. He light-heartedly suggested that if sea containers and road trailers were see-through, industry minds would soon concentrate on ensuring that all transport legs were optimised.
30 Apr 10
Conceived and launched into a new market in record breaking time, Early Learning Centre is now available in South Africa's premier retailer, courtesy of Allport Cargo Services.
16 Apr 10
Recognised for its growing importance in the region, Pakistan has been trying to leverage its role by securing support for preferential access to US and European markets
13 Apr 10
Allport's Overland division have taken possession of their latest freight centre in Sittingbourne, Kent.
29 Jan 10
Stamford Bridge, home of Chelsea football club was the setting for the 2009 International Freighting Weekly Awards.
21 Dec 09
16 Dec 09
With it's renowned mix of rigorous 'blind tasting' and technical analysis, the IWSC sets the international benchmark for quality in the wine and spirits trade.
15 Dec 09
Allport Overland has announced the opening of a dedicated receiving hub for Europe and North Africa in Leeds.
07 Dec 09
The international movement of Beers, Wines and Spirits (BWS) is a specialised field of logistics which has, historically, been controlled by a small number of logistics providers.
19 Nov 09
BIFA, the trade association for the UK International freight services industry, have short-listed Allport for one of their coveted Freight Service Awards.
11 Nov 09
Conceived and launched into a new market in record breaking time, Early Learning Centre is now available in South Africa's premier retailer, courtesy of Allport Cargo Services.
11 Nov 09
Allport once again make the Sunday Times, Top Track 250, list of mid-market private companies.
11 Nov 09
Congratulations to Zoe Abel, Direct Imports Manager at Pets at Home, for winning Supply Chain professional of the year in the 2009 Retail Week Rising Star Awards.
23 Sep 09
IWSC awards are the most prestigious honours awarded in the wine and spirits trade, representing the world's best of the best. Allport are proud to sponsor the Australian Wine Producer award for 2009.
14 Apr 09
More than half of Allport's container deliveries have been transferred to rail, reducing emissions by 60% - the equivalent of 35,000 road journeys in 2008.
08 Apr 09
Freight transported on the road has always been targeted by criminals.
20 Mar 09
Under the gaze of local personnel and Allport main board director, Chris Cargill, the new Allport Mauritius freight centre was officially opened by Paul Britton, Operations Financial Controller of leading fashion retailer Next, one of Mauritius' main trading partners.
20 Mar 09
"Protection of the external environment and our internal working environment is part of Allport's values and principles. It is a main board responsibility and an important part of the way in which we do business."
15 Feb 09
In December Emirates SkyCargo became the first e-freight-compliant carrier in the Middle East. Today, it is the leading airline worldwide in terms of the number of e-freight consignments carried each week.
23 Jan 09
Allport Packaging Limited announce that it has acquired the assets and business of Arkadian Packaging Limited.
24 Nov 08
Many Allport customers, increasingly not limited to retailers, are committing themselves to ethical trading.
10 Nov 08
As part of their 1st year syllabus MA Logistics students from the University of Greenwich recently visited Allport's flagship freight centre at Heathrow, to learn about the role of the freight forwarder.
10 Nov 08
Allport Overland launch new road service to Russia and neighbouring republics.
01 Sep 08
Each year Allport support charities and charitable events around the country. Most are not publicised, but sometimes it is nice to pass on positive feedback.
29 Jul 08
Allport Packaging's factory in Havant, Hampshire achieved a new first this month, when they were granted 'Listed Status' by the Department for Transport, in line with Aviation Security Regulations 1993.
14 Jul 08
A 1968 Bedford (TK flat-bed) truck, that the transport department at Allport Heathrow have been restoring, won 'Best in Class' in the commercial category of the British Airways Classic Vehicle show in Cranford last Sunday.
10 Jul 08
Filming on location in Manchester, the director of the popular Channel 4 comedy, Shameless, experienced first hand the negotiating skills of Allport's freight centre personnel.
16 Jun 08
Allport announced today that the company have taken a majority interest in the Hungarian packaging manufacturer WPA Kft of Budapest (WPA.
15 May 08
The Emirate of Dubai has been an economic powerhouse in Arabia for many years.
07 May 08
International Freighting Weekly is the pre-eminent Newspaper for those involved in international trade. From airlines to shipping liners, exporters to importers, IFW's readership is an eclectic mix.
06 May 08
Continuing an emissions reduction programme that commenced in 1996, with the adoption of the first catalytic converters for commercial vehicles, Allport have taken delivery of a revolutionary, new articulated trailer, whose teardrop shape can reduce CO2 emissions by 20%.
01 Mar 08
With many successful projects creating efficiencies and cost savings in General Merchandise and Apparel supply chains, Allport are now rolling out their SMART supply chain methodology to the Beers, Wines and Spirits industry.
17 Dec 07
Allport have launched a new packaging supply service, directly serving the needs of the public.
02 Oct 07
Fleet Support Limited, a subsidiary of VT Group and BAE Systems, manage HMNB Portsmouth and provide logistics, transport, waterfront support and fleet-time maintenance services to the Royal Navy.
02 Oct 07
British Airways recently recognised Allport's continued support in Mauritius with awards for Top Revenue Achievement.
28 Sep 07
More than nine million cases of beers, wines and spirits (BWS) have moved through ASDA's global supply chain since Allport began the freight management of these key products.
07 Aug 07
When an off-duty conversation between a group of executives from fashion retailer NEXT and Allport turned to personal achievements, the test that captured their imagination was the gruelling Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge.
01 Aug 07
Two topics increasingly vex the UK's importers, the environment and congestion at the main container ports.
01 Aug 07
Allport Packaging is the chosen supplier of heavy duty export packs to all of the UK based Formula 1 teams.
01 Aug 07
Allport Packaging can safely say that it's products are 'Revolutionary' with some justification!
23 May 07
Following discussions with the Trade, Customs have confirmed that they will allow a three month trial period, prior to going live, during which both old and new type entries will be accepted. However their intended July/September target dates cannot now be be met and it is likely to be extended to January 2008.
09 May 07
As you may be aware, there will be some significant changes to the Customs Tariff for 2007.
16 Apr 07
Allport Packaging are servicing a major manufacturer in the Czech Republic via a centre at Brno.
13 Feb 07
January 2007 saw the final roll out of the upgrade of the LIMA system to Suite4.
17 Jan 07
Allport have just completed its first six months managing ASDA's beers, wines and spirits imports, moving some 6,500 containers. This brings the total volume managed for ASDA across the various business units to more than 25,000 TEUs.
15 Jan 07
Fat Face have come a long way since 1988 when two friends designed and sold sweatshirts in the French Alps so that they could ski for the rest of the season!
15 Jan 07
On 16th March 2007 Comic Relief will hold their 22nd Red Nose Day. Allport are delighted to have been awarded the contract to manage the import flow of red noses for the charity.
28 Dec 06
Sainsbury's have chosen Allport to support a direct sourcing initiative for their adultwear clothing.
16 Oct 06
The second annual Top Track 250 league table was published in The Sunday Times on 15 October 2006, with Allport featuring in 77th place.
19 Sep 06
Joining celebrities from entertainment and sport over 60,000 runners across the UK recently participated in the 'Sport Relief Mile', enjoying themselves and raising money for charity.
14 Sep 06
Mike Woodall joined Allport as operations director two years ago. "I was immediately impressed by the efficiency of the air freight operations. But the sheer volume of shipments concerned me. I could not help but wonder at what stage control systems might start to creak."
04 Sep 06
Demand for imports from the Far East peak dramatically at various times each year, particularly in the run-up to the year end. Air freight capacity is severely stretched during this period as importers scramble to get product into the UK before Christmas.
04 Sep 06
What makes Allport are our people and their commitment to excellence" says Derek Davis, Managing Director. "We believe that by developing and motivating employees and providing them with a stimulating environment encourages their commitment and means that our clients benefit from continuity in personnel and experience".
04 Sep 06
Allport's new maritime initiative, Total Marine Logistics, recently transported Zapcat boats to the Glasgow River Festival Grand Prix on behalf of Clipper Ventures PLC. The company behind Zapcat Racing.
23 Aug 06
Growing from a two-man adventure in 2001, the Mongol Rally is now a well established fixture in the 'Extreme Events' calendar. A quarter of the way around the earth, from London to Mongolia. 8 000 miles, two deserts, five mountain ranges, roads ranging from bad to non-existent, no support crew and all this in a car with no more than 1 ltr of power
10 Aug 06
Allport SCM will be running the first trials of palletisation at origin in July for its customer, Fat Face.
19 May 06
Allport have been awarded a further 2 year contract by Shell, to handle the transportation requirements of bulk oil and packed grease products to/from western Europe.
19 May 06
Totally overhauling the way they operate and to integrate their services, BT are investing £10bn in their 21st Century Network (21CN) infrastructure.
19 May 06
The UK maritime industry generates £2bn annually, of which 42% represents exports. Allport have joined with partners FSL and Complete Freight to create Total Marine Logistics, a new initiative that provides a single resource for all types of maritime supply chain services.
28 Dec 05
ediTRACK conceive, develop and support the shipment and supply chain tracking systems used by Allport and our customers.
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