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How Does Container Delivery Work?
In today's economy, moving goods efficiently is essential for keeping global trade running smoothly. One of the most important methods is container delivery. But what exactly does that mean, and how does it make shipping easier? This blog discusses how container...
How Does Customs Clearance Work for Container Shipments?
When it comes to global trade, customs clearance is one of the most critical steps in the process of moving goods across borders. For container shipments, which often involve large volumes of goods and complex logistics, understanding how customs clearance works is...
How Port Operations Affect Container Shipping Efficiency
Container shipping is the backbone of global trade, with billions of tons of goods transported across the world's oceans every year. At the heart of this vast and complex network are port operations, the intricate processes that occur when a ship arrives at or departs...
Felixstowe Port Information
Over the years, the port of Felixstowe has been visited by the James Kemball team more times than we can count. As Britain’s largest and busiest container port, it’s no surprise that container haulage to and from Felixstowe is a daily necessity for many clients. Given...
What is a distribution centre?
In today's fast-paced global economy, the efficient movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers is more crucial than ever. Distribution centres (DCs) are not just a part of this process; they are the backbone of modern supply chains, making the world of commerce...
What is freight transport?
What is freight transport? Freight transport is moving goods from one place to another, whether within the same country or between countries. It involves using different types of vehicles, such as trucks, trains, ships, and planes. Did you know that over 1.6 billion...
Footasylum shoot ad campaign at James Kemball container storage yard in Felixstowe
We’re proud to have recently played a role in Footasylum’s new advert as our container storage yard formed the backdrop for their recent photoshoot. The Footasylum team created an industrial-contemporary set at our Felixstowe container storage yard; we moved several...
5 Factors That Influence Container Moving Costs
In the dynamic world of global commerce, steel shipping containers stand as symbols of trade efficiency. They play a pivotal role, whether transporting household items across vast distances or facilitating bulk cargo movements. However, their true significance lies in...
What is container haulage and how does it work?
A Brief Introduction to Container Haulage If you have clicked on this post and are wondering ‘What is container haulage?’, you have come to the right place. Container haulage is a critical component of international shipping and goods transportation. It involves the...
James Kemball attains remarkable triple certification for container services
James Kemball are thrilled to announce a momentous achievement for James Kemball Container Services – the successful certification to ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 in a consolidated audit conducted over a span of seven days.
Felixstowe Port Closure
We are pleased to announce the launched of our new Out of Gauge (OOG) Project Cargo Service after investing £400,000 on innovative new equipment that will dramatically increase the weight and height of the cargo we can safely handle.
Launch of Out of Gauge cargo handling service following substantial investment
We are pleased to announce the launched of our new Out of Gauge (OOG) Project Cargo Service after investing £400,000 on innovative new equipment that will dramatically increase the weight and height of the cargo we can safely handle.
James Kemball Takes Heavyweight Sponsor Title
With The Rotary Club of Felixstowe’s much-anticipated charity boxing event planned for 19th May 2023, the club is delighted to announce that James Kemball is confirmed as headline sponsors for this year’s boxing bonanza.
Further Strike Action Announced At Liverpool Port As Fallout Over Pay Continues
Unite have announced that around 600 Liverpool port workers will embark on a further two weeks of strike action from the 24th October, as the fallout over pay continues.
Second Wave of Strike Action Confirmed At Port of Felixstowe
It has been confirmed this week that workers at the Port of Felixstowe will begin a second wave of strike action from 27th September, 2022, which will once again last for 8 days.
Detention & Demurrage Cost Increase Highlights Instant Savings With Off-Quay Container Storage
With UK distribution centres currently at breaking point, due to an increase in volume and high demand and detention and demurrage costs increasing by 12%, this has become a significant cost centre for shippers.
Felixstowe Port Strike Action Imminent After Break Down Of Union Talks
Strike action seems likely to go ahead from the 21st August after Union representatives Unite and Hutchinson Ports (UK) failed to reach an agreement on pay.
First arrivals of our new & improved environmentally friendly, driver safe fleet of vehicles
The new models’ low-emission engine and fuel-saving technology make James Kemball one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly container transport providers in the industry.
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Rising Costs at Southampton
Logistics operators are warning UK shippers and consignees using the country’s second busiest container gateway, Southampton, of higher landside rates, as costs rise as a result of growing box congestion as reported by the loadstar.. The Full Article can be read HERE...
ONE Gearing Up For Launch
ONE Line (Ocean Network Express) are gearing up for their official April launch, with a recent order of new containers and a new website. The newly branded shipping line, being created by the merging of the three major Japanese carriers K-Line, NYK and MOL, have...
New Futuristic Electric Truck
Electric carmaker Tesla unveiled a sleek futuristic electric truck prototype at its design studio in California yesterday, which has been making headlines through global media channels today. The truck will offer 400 miles of range with just a 30-minute charge from a...
Kemball Launch Multi Million Pound Depot
James Kemball Launches Multi-Million Pound Loaded Storage Depot at Felixstowe Port Following a multi-million pound investment, container haulage company James Kemball has launched a new loaded container storage depot at the Port of Felixstowe with initial...
Felixstowe – Rail Scheme Sanctioned
A new £60m scheme to improve rail links from the Port of Felixstowe has been given the green light by UK Transport Minister – Chris Grayling. The multi-million pound scheme will dual part of the Felixstowe-Ipswich branch line to increase its rail freight cargo...
Traffic & Admin Vacancies
Due to continued growth and a number of recent successful business wins, James Kemball are currently looking for experienced Traffic and Traffic Administration staff to join our expanding team in Felixstowe. We are one of the UK’s largest and most progressive...
New Container Storage Facility
James Kemball are pleased to announce that our new facility for loaded container storage is now open in Felixstowe. The site offers 24hr operation with fast turnarounds, for new and existing customers, at the Port of Felixstowe. For more information...
Japanese Lines Merge
Following an initial announcement in October last year, Japan’s big three carriers Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd (K Line), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd (MOL), and Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) have announced today (Wednesday 31 May) that their new joint venture will...
Thames Crossing For Tilbury
Last week saw the chosen route for the new Thames Crossing announced, which will connect Tilbury and Gravesend, meaning journey times from Essex and Suffolk to Dover and mainland Europe will be reduced. The new route, which will be some years in construction, will...
Hapag UASC Merger Update
While the merger between ocean carriers Hapag Lloyd and UASC (United Arab Shipping Company) was delayed last month, UASC have still deployed their ships as part of the THE Alliance network from April 1. The two steamship lines were originally set to merge during March...
New Largest Container Ship
The world's newest and largest container ship, capable of carrying over 20,000 twenty foot containers, has been completed and will make her maiden voyage during April. The MOL Triumph was received by MOL this week and is the first of six 20,000 TEU class container...
Weather Impacts Ports
Freezing conditions in the UK's South East are having an impact on airports and ports, with weather conditions set to continue over the next 48 hours. Dense fog has continued to disrupt London's runways with more than 100 departures from Heathrow and London City being...
New China Freight Train
The first ever freight train service has been launched from China to London, with the first products already on their way. The weekly service departing from Yiwu in China, with an 18 day transit to East London, is expected to help bridge the gap between the longer...