OL UK AND AAI GROUP PARTNER TO OFFER UK CUSTOMERS SEAMLESS END-TO-END GLOBAL FREIGHT

Clients to benefit from OL’s global reach and AAI’s domestic expertise   NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — OL International Holdings LLC (OL International) today announced a partnership between OL UK and third-party logistics provider AAI Group. The arrangement will allow both companies to leverage their strengths for the mutual benefit of their customers,… Continue reading OL UK AND AAI GROUP PARTNER TO OFFER UK CUSTOMERS SEAMLESS END-TO-END GLOBAL FREIGHT

Mahesh Babu: ‘At Switch, each region will address its own market’

Let’s begin with the pandemic and if it has altered Switch’s long-term goals. What do you have to say?  The pandemic had a three-fold impact. One, the market was down and it started to pick up now which is good. However, it was challenging for us to set up our international business. Travel was banned… Continue reading Mahesh Babu: ‘At Switch, each region will address its own market’

BLOG Should dealers get a commission on over-the-air sales?

Most manufacturers have some ambition in their strategic plan to generate some billions of additional profit in a few years from the sale of digital services. Inspired by companies like Apple, these are seen to be very high margin products delivered over-the-air throughout an extended period of the life of the car. This is not… Continue reading BLOG Should dealers get a commission on over-the-air sales?

Steve Cropley: Citroen Berlingo leaves the fleet after 19 years

Sunday Our ancient Citroën Berlingo has a new owner. It departs after 19 years of faithful service (apart from the two broken front springs and some electrical glitches) for a better life. I can’t say that I’m feeling brilliant about this, but I would be feeling worse were it not for the fact that its… Continue reading Steve Cropley: Citroen Berlingo leaves the fleet after 19 years

Crypto’s Free Rein May Be Coming to a Close

In the UK, which is Europe’s biggest financial center,  the situation is still in flux, but stablecoins appear to be a priority too. The British government is intent on forging a new identity as a buccaneering, business-friendly actor in a post-Brexit world. In a recent speech, economic secretary to the treasury John Glen announced that… Continue reading Crypto’s Free Rein May Be Coming to a Close

The EU extends its ‘Roam-like-at-home’ mobile service rule through 2032

Back in 2017, the European Union took the shockingly rational step of largely eliminating roaming charges for its citizens travelling among member nations, dubbing it the “Roam-like-at-home” system. Operating across the 27 countries that make up the European Economic Area as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway — but not the UK because Brexit —… Continue reading The EU extends its ‘Roam-like-at-home’ mobile service rule through 2032

5 years of GST: A mix of success and work in progress

With the introduction of GST, the country adopted a pan India technology platform, which could aid the adoption of sophisticated automation tools and simplify GST reporting and related compliances. ‘One nation, One market, One tax’ – the driving motto behind the introduction of GST, with effect from 01 July 2017, has brought 1.3mn taxpayers into… Continue reading 5 years of GST: A mix of success and work in progress

UK car industry calls for government help on energy bills as Brexit costs rise

UK car industry calls for government help on energy bills as Brexit costs rise Manufacturers hit by energy cost rises of up to 50% as well as Covid lockdowns and chip shortages Energy price increases will cost the UK car industry £90m this year, according to the SMMT. Photograph: Oli Scarff/AFP/Getty Images Energy price increases… Continue reading UK car industry calls for government help on energy bills as Brexit costs rise

Chain reaction: companies are ALREADY placing their Christmas 2022 orders

It might seem early, but it really will be Christmas in July for many firms this year as they stock up in advance to beat supply chain delays. Summer is in full swing, and with Christmas Eve a full six months away, the festive season is still at the back of most shoppers’ minds. But… Continue reading Chain reaction: companies are ALREADY placing their Christmas 2022 orders

Play hard on Brexit and we all lose, warns BMW boss Harald Krüger – The Times

A wry smile flits across Harald Krüger’s face. The chairman of BMW picks his words carefully. Will the car maker shift production from the UK if Brexit penalises trade between Britain and Germany? “BMW is flexible,” comes the loaded reply. “What I would like to see is a pragmatic solution that ensures business is competitive… Continue reading Play hard on Brexit and we all lose, warns BMW boss Harald Krüger – The Times