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10 April, 2026 Trade News

The Week in Trade: Freight watchers remain uneasy over Strait of Hormuz, new avenue for defence exporters and strong start to 2026 for global trade growth

26 March, 2026 Trade News

The Day in Trade: Major domestic procurement drive in UK, WTO Ministerial Conference kicks off in Cameroon and Middle East latest

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26 March, 2026 Webinars

Lunchtime Learning: Update on the EU and UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

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23 March, 2026 Features

North America Trade Digest: New US tariffs could be set for July, USCMA negotiations kick off and Carney reshapes Canadian economy

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Warehouse full of steel bars stacked on pallets

20 March, 2026 Features

Commodity in Focus: ‘Ambitious’ UK Steel Strategy released but can government support help industry overcome barriers?

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19 March, 2026 Features

Manufacturing Trade Digest: Energy disruption causes short-term angst for sector also found to be enduring long-term decline

A drill bit bearing down on a steel plate, creating sparks

19 March, 2026 Trade News

The Day in Trade: UK doubles its steel tariffs, energy prices rise after damage to major Middle East energy sites and Bank of England rate decision

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Export Controls Profession

5 March, 2026 Features

Export Control SIG: Upcoming government changes, technology restrictions and the Russian dark fleet

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27 February, 2026 Trade News

The Week in Trade: Trump tariffs, EU to start talks on steel quotas and UK car exports wane

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24 February, 2026 Chartered Institute News

New awards recognise contribution to UK economy by manufacturers, border innovators, customs professionals, and food and drink traders

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13 February, 2026 Features

Europe Trade Digest: Macron urges Europe to ‘act like power’, EU moves forward with ‘Made in Europe’ plan and digital trade agreement enters into force

12 February, 2026 Chartered Institute News

International Trade Awards 2026 now open for nominations with winners to be announced at a special House of Lords event in June