Thursday 25 September 2025
Behind-the-Scenes at The Port of Dover: YFN's Exclusive Tour with Motis FSA Wednesday 25th September 2024 On a damp, drizzly September day in Dover, Motis FSA welcomed members of BIFA’s Young Forwarder Network (YFN) for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of The Port of Dover, including a closer look at the Motis Dover FSA operations. Leading the to
Increased Border Checks in Germany
Friday 13 September 2024
Increased border checks to start in Germany soon. Germany has recently announced the implementation of temporary stricter border controls across all its land borders, a move aimed at tackling irregular migration and enhancing national security. The new measures, effective from Monday 16 September for an initial six-month period, will apply to the country’s nine neighbouring states, including France, Austria, Poland, and Denmark. Travellers will now face more frequent document checks, and
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Increased border checks to start in Germany soon. Germany has recently announced the implementation of temporary stricter border controls across all its land borders, a move aimed at tackling irregular migration and enhancing national security. The new measures, effective from Monday 16 September for an initial six-month period, will apply to the country’s nine neighbouring states, including France, Austria, Poland, and Denmark. Travellers will now face more frequent document checks, and
M20: Operation Brock will be lifted from Sunday 1 September 2024
Friday 30 August 2024
Kent County Council have announced Operation Brock will be lifted this coming weekend. The contraflow will be lifted overnight from Sunday 1 September running into Monday 2 September. A section of the motorway will be closed with diversions in place until the motorway returns to standard two-way traffic. KCC advise to still check journeys before travelling through Kent over the next few weeks. For more information about Operation Brock visit: Operation Brock lifted For up-to-date traffic an
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Kent County Council have announced Operation Brock will be lifted this coming weekend. The contraflow will be lifted overnight from Sunday 1 September running into Monday 2 September. A section of the motorway will be closed with diversions in place until the motorway returns to standard two-way traffic. KCC advise to still check journeys before travelling through Kent over the next few weeks. For more information about Operation Brock visit: Operation Brock lifted For up-to-date traffic an
A20 (Dover) barrier and resurfacing works – 2 September to 1 November 2024
Thursday 29 August 2024
National Highways are about to start resurfacing and barrier replacement works along the A20 in Dover, Resurfacing works will be on the A20 eastbound carriageway from junction with A256 York Street to Eastern Docks roundabout, including some westbound carriageway. The barrier replacement works will be from Western Heights roundabout to Eastern Docks roundabout. To undertake these works safely there will be overnight carriageway closures with a lane two closure in place on the opposite carriag
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National Highways are about to start resurfacing and barrier replacement works along the A20 in Dover, Resurfacing works will be on the A20 eastbound carriageway from junction with A256 York Street to Eastern Docks roundabout, including some westbound carriageway. The barrier replacement works will be from Western Heights roundabout to Eastern Docks roundabout. To undertake these works safely there will be overnight carriageway closures with a lane two closure in place on the opposite carriag
P&O Freight Ferries - Sailing Update 23 Aug 24
Friday 23 August 2024
Important P&O Freight Ferries Update: 22 August 2024 Due to operational issues, P&O Freight Ferries won’t be sailing the European Highlander over this weekend. Any bookings will be moved to the next available sailings ex both ports, please keep an eye on the portal to see when they travel. Please see below for our weekend scheduled: Day Depart Larne Fri 23 Aug 14:00, 20:00 Sat 24 Aug 04:00, 11:00, 17:00 D
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Important P&O Freight Ferries Update: 22 August 2024 Due to operational issues, P&O Freight Ferries won’t be sailing the European Highlander over this weekend. Any bookings will be moved to the next available sailings ex both ports, please keep an eye on the portal to see when they travel. Please see below for our weekend scheduled: Day Depart Larne Fri 23 Aug 14:00, 20:00 Sat 24 Aug 04:00, 11:00, 17:00 D
Irish Ferries Freight - Sailing Update. 22 Aug 24
Thursday 22 August 2024
Important Irish Ferries Update: 22 August 2024 Current delays affecting the fleet today: ISLE OF INISHMORE is running with 60 minutes delay OSCAR WILDE is running with 60 minutes delay ISLE OF INISHEER is running with on time Please inform your drivers accordingly. However, the paperwork and presentation at dispatch should remain the same as usual for effective traffic management.
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Important Irish Ferries Update: 22 August 2024 Current delays affecting the fleet today: ISLE OF INISHMORE is running with 60 minutes delay OSCAR WILDE is running with 60 minutes delay ISLE OF INISHEER is running with on time Please inform your drivers accordingly. However, the paperwork and presentation at dispatch should remain the same as usual for effective traffic management.
Mont Blanc Tunnel closed from 2 Sept to 16 Dec 2024.
Wednesday 21 August 2024
Mont Blanc Tunnel will undergo structural maintenance and will be closed to all traffic from Monday, September 2, 2024, at 17:00 until Monday, December 16, 2024, at 17:00. Several alternative routes are recommended. At 60 years old, the Mont Blanc Tunnel is one of the first major European tunnels to undergo extensive structural renovation. Please note that another closure is planned for 2025, and we will provide updates once details are confirmed. For more information, visit: Mont Blanc
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Mont Blanc Tunnel will undergo structural maintenance and will be closed to all traffic from Monday, September 2, 2024, at 17:00 until Monday, December 16, 2024, at 17:00. Several alternative routes are recommended. At 60 years old, the Mont Blanc Tunnel is one of the first major European tunnels to undergo extensive structural renovation. Please note that another closure is planned for 2025, and we will provide updates once details are confirmed. For more information, visit: Mont Blanc
IRISH FERRIES FREIGHT - DUBLIN/CHERBOURG/DUBLIN SAILING SCHEDULE - SEPTEMBER 2024
Monday 19 August 2024
Please see below the September 2024 schedule for the Dublin/Cherbourg/Dublin route.
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Please see below the September 2024 schedule for the Dublin/Cherbourg/Dublin route.
Mandatory Safety & Security Declarations for UK Imports from 31st October 2024
Thursday 15 August 2024
Mandatory Safety & Security Declarations for UK Imports from 31st October 2024 As the logistics and transportation industry gears up for new regulations, Motis stands out as a key partner in ensuring compliance with the upcoming Safety & Security (S&S) declarations requirement for all vehicles entering the UK from October 31, 2024. Recognizing the challenges and complexities involved, Motis has developed an innovative, user-friendly online platform to facilitate these decla
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Mandatory Safety & Security Declarations for UK Imports from 31st October 2024 As the logistics and transportation industry gears up for new regulations, Motis stands out as a key partner in ensuring compliance with the upcoming Safety & Security (S&S) declarations requirement for all vehicles entering the UK from October 31, 2024. Recognizing the challenges and complexities involved, Motis has developed an innovative, user-friendly online platform to facilitate these decla
Vehicle dimensions and maximum permissible weight: Le Shuttle Freight service.
Monday 5 August 2024
We would have been asked to remind all users of the service that Le Shuttle Freight can accommodate vehicles up to:- 4.20 Mtrs High 2.60 Mtrs Wide (plus wing mirrors) 19.40 Mtrs Long 44,000KG’s / 44 Tonnes MGVW Powered by; Diesel, Bio Diesel, Petrol or Electricity All of which can be verified via Le Shuttle Freight website; https://www.eurotunnelfreight.com/uk/safety-and-security/vehicle-restrictions/. Weighbridges are to be reinstated in both terminals to help control any issue
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We would have been asked to remind all users of the service that Le Shuttle Freight can accommodate vehicles up to:- 4.20 Mtrs High 2.60 Mtrs Wide (plus wing mirrors) 19.40 Mtrs Long 44,000KG’s / 44 Tonnes MGVW Powered by; Diesel, Bio Diesel, Petrol or Electricity All of which can be verified via Le Shuttle Freight website; https://www.eurotunnelfreight.com/uk/safety-and-security/vehicle-restrictions/. Weighbridges are to be reinstated in both terminals to help control any issue
