Businesses scramble to charter private freight flights in case of No Deal Brexit disruption
Companies have begun to put alternative measures in place to cope with long tailbacks on cross-Channel freight services
19 December 2020 • 5:00pm
Flights being loaded with cargo at an American airport
Credit: Roger Tillberg / Alamy Stock Photo
Businesses have begun to charter private jets to bypass the chaos anticipated by a No Deal Brexit.
With fears growing over possible disruption to cargo services at key ports, private aircraft charter firms have seen a surge in bookings and inquiries.
Companies who time-sensitive products rely on rapid delivery have begun to put alternative measures in place to cope with long tailbacks on cross-Channel freight services in the event of a No Deal leading to increased checks by customs officials.