New water freight database to help companies move goods by water
Freight by Water, the promotional body for water freight transport in the UK, has launched the first phase of its upgraded database. The only database of its kind in the UK, this facility is a one-stop-shop and free of charge to those looking to move goods by water. See http://www.freightbywaterdatabase.org
The upgrade makes it a state-of-the-art, interactive information source for companies looking to reduce carbon emissions, avoid congestion and save on fuel costs. You can access data on the following:
- Barge Operators
- Cargo Statistics
- Consultants
- Freight Forwarders
- Legal Advisors
- Ports and Terminals
- Shipbrokers
The website http://www.freightbywater.org features a Google map which provides satellite and map views of all the UK ports, waterways and their interconnection with other transport modes. It enables the user to visualise their goods being transported through the supply chain in a low carbon and cost effective way. Additionally, it links to relevant websites, providing direct access to further information from water freight providers.
Executive Director Francis Power said: "our database has always been a much visited element of our website, with shippers from all over Europe wanting better information about how they can incorporate multimodal solutions into their UK operations. We felt that since the available technology had advanced since we first introduced the service, it was time we gave it a full upgrade. "
For more information or to become a member go to http://www.freightbywater.org or call Yariella Coello or Tahiyya Jurdine on 0207 953 4042 or email yariella.coello@freightbywater.org or t.jurdine@freightbywater.org
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