RIF GROUP on LinkedIn: Take a look at this week's post from our CEO Scott Sully: (2024)

Following on from the Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games are taking place from August 28 to September 8, 2024.The logistical impact of the Paralympic Games extends over a much broader period than just the duration of the actual events and will affect transportation to and from postal code areas 75, 77-79, and 91-95 in France to the end of September. Major delays are expected throughout the Paris region due to:• Reserved lanes for athletes and Olympic staff• An increase in the number of travellers and shipments• Limited access to specific areas/neighbourhoods• Restrictions or bans on regular vehicles in various areas• Inspections by French authoritiesIn various areas regular vehicles will be restricted or even banned. Alternative means must be found for these:• 'Blue zones' around the Olympic sites: access only permitted with proof such as a delivery note.• 'Red zones', closest to the Olympic sites: access prohibited for any motor vehicle unless exempted. These zones will change daily based on the event schedule.The challenges and restrictions associated with the Games could result in additional costs.Olympic events will also be held in Bordeaux, Nantes, Lyon, Saint-Etienne, Nice, and Marseille. Please also take into account potential delays and possible additional costs for deliveries in or around these cities. We will strive to keep the impact as low as possible but are partly dependent on local circ*mstances.If you have any questions regarding your shipment, please contact your RIF representative.

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A critical situation has unfolded today, (Friday 9th August) as a container loaded with dangerous goods from Shanghai exploded while docked at Ningbo's Terminal 3. This incident raises extreme safety concerns and may lead to significant operational disruptions at one of China's busiest ports. No casualties or injuries have been announced to date.Emergency response teams are on-site, checking over the situation. The explosion's impact on port operations, including delays in vessel schedules and cargo handling will be evaluated. Shipments through Ningbo should anticipate possible delays and make necessary adjustments to their logistics plans.RIF Group are monitoring the situation extremely closely and will keep you updated on further developments.

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Take a look at this week's post from our CEO Scott Sully:

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Due to severe civil unrest in Bangladesh, the government has imposed an unprecedented communications blackout, shutting down the internet and restricting phone services.What started as peaceful protests on university campuses has now transformed into nationwide unrest.Therefore until the situation improves, it will mean communications will be complicated, so please allow for potential additional time for responses to emails and telephone calls.Below is a link to BBC News to learn more:https://lnkd.in/eRtUDcC6RIF Group are monitoring the situation extremely closely. If you have any questions in the meantime regarding transportation disruptions, please don’t hesitate in contacting your RIF Group representative.

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A major problem with computer systems is disrupting transport, broadcasters, hospitals and other sectors across the world.These IT issues are spread across various systems within the logistics and transport sector, with flights being grounded and airports worldwide reporting delays.UK Customs systems have also been affected as well as airports, ferry terminals and ports, ultimately leading to delays as information cannot be processed.The potential knock-on effect caused by this disruption could result in delays to your shipment and potential storage implications.We understand the impact this will have on your supply chains, and we are here to help should you have any questions.RIF Group are continuing to monitor the situation and will proactively keep you updated on the circ*mstances.In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your local RIF Group representative.

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Take a look at this week's post from our CEO Scott Sully:

The Olympic Games will be held from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, August 11, 2024, followed by the Paralympic Games from August 28 to September 8, 2024.The logistical impact of the Olympic and Paralympic Games extends over a much broader period than just the duration of the actual events and will affect transportation to and from postal code areas 75, 77-79, and 91-95 in France from June to the end of September. Major delays are expected throughout the Paris region due to:· Reserved lanes for athletes and Olympic staff· An increase in the number of travellers and shipments· Limited access to specific areas/neighbourhoods· Restrictions or bans on regular vehicles in various areas· Inspections by French authoritiesIn various areas regular vehicles will be restricted or even banned. Alternative means must be found for these:· 'Blue zones' around the Olympic sites: access only permitted with proof such as a delivery note.· 'Red zones', closest to the Olympic sites: access prohibited for any motor vehicle unless exempted. These zones will change daily based on the event schedule.The challenges and restrictions associated with the Games could result in additional costs.Olympic events will also be held in Bordeaux, Nantes, Lyon, Saint-Etienne, Nice, and Marseille. Please also take into account potential delays and possible additional costs for deliveries in or around these cities. We will strive to keep the impact as low as possible but are partly dependent on local circ*mstances.If you have any questions regarding your shipment, please contact your RIF representative.

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