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Delays in European transport due to congestion and roadworks
The logistics sector is facing various disruptions this summer. Congestion in European ports, roadworks, protests, and low water levels can affect transit times and available transport routes. At Van der
Import Change: Product Identifiers (PIDs)
Do you sell products directly to consumers within the European Union via a webshop, online marketplace, or another e-commerce channel? If so, you may face new obligations for your customs
Air freight rates to rise in 2026 due to ongoing unrest in the Middle East
The outlook for the international air freight market has changed significantly in a short space of time. While it was still expected at the end of 2025 that long-term contract
New European packaging rules (PPWR): what does this mean for you in practice?
As of August 12, 2026, an EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC) must be available for every packaging type placed on the EU market, supported by technical documentation. If this documentation
Van der Helm Logistics invests in the future with a new 100,000 m² distribution center in Moerdijk
DEN HOORN, June 23, 2026 – Van der Helm Logistics is taking a major step in its further growth and development with the realization of a new distribution center of
No national handling fee for e-commerce shipments in the Netherlands
The Netherlands will not introduce a national handling fee for e-commerce shipments. The State Secretary for Finance announced this on Friday, June 12, 2026. This means there will be no