Twelve reasons why John Mason International is the UK’s most trusted international removals company
We are, quite simply, the most trusted international moving company in the UK – and there are many reasons behind our enviable reputation. Too many to list in fact – but here are the top 10… 1. This year, we became the first international moving company in the UK to achieve IAM Trusted Moving Company […]
British Association of Removers Global Shipping Industry Update – April 2023
The British Association of Removers have issued their latest update (1st April 2023) on global shipping conditions providing insight for those looking at international removals. This update is intended to provide you with unbiased information on the state of shipping, and its many challenges. If you have any questions, please contact your BAR mover. Since […]
John Mason International benchmarked as ‘low risk’ and ‘financially sound’ by Ernst & Young Credit Risk Barometer
This month FIDI has released its report from EY (Ernst & Young), assessing the creditworthiness of international movers from around the world. The EY Credit Barometer (EY CRB) is a unique tailor-made solution for FIDI taking into account both long term and short-term financial ratios, in order to assess the risk of a FIDI Affiliate […]
Celebrating World Book Day – The best books to read when moving abroad
Today is ‘World Book Day’ across the globe. Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, World Book Day is marked in over 100 countries around the globe. To celebrate the occasion, John Mason International has listed some of its favourite books that are ideal when planning a move abroad. Didgeridoos and […]
Great Ways To Keep In Touch When You Move Abroad – Family Edition
One of the most difficult aspects of moving to a new country is leaving those you love behind. If you have children, keeping in touch with extended family back in the UK is even more important. Unfortunately, it’s often easier said than done. With their short attention spans, it can be an uphill battle trying […]
Ongoing Shipping and Removals Issues Continuing to Disrupt International Removals
Anyone planning a move overseas will be well aware of the challenges involved in this mammoth logistical exercise. Making the decision to up sticks is an exciting but nerve-racking experience – but it is just the start of a major and complex process. Leading international removals specialist, John Mason International, has been helping people move […]
Hardship Allowance Points – Compensation for Relocation
With the increase in global mobility for workers in an increasingly globalised world, there are many factors which need to be considered in the movement of employees between countries. In many cases, moving a worker from their home to a new assignment location can have negative impacts on lifestyle and quality of living – the […]
Shipping Market Expectations for 2022: British Association of Removals Update October 2021
This evening the British Association of Removals (BAR) provided an updated document that details the issues currently facing moving companies and their customers’ and the expectations for shipping internationally with container shipping lines into 2022. Please click here to download a copy – The British Association of Removers October 2021 Update: Shipping Market Expectations for […]
Shipping crisis the result of high consumer demand says Secretary of State for Transport
John Mason International has received a response from Secretary of State for Transport, Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP, following its calls for progress in ending the current shipping crisis. The leading international removals specialist has been at the forefront of a campaign to examine competition within the shipping industry, amidst spiralling freight costs, and long […]
Will your goods be affected moving to Australia or New Zealand?
The global Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world in a countless number of ways. From travel to just ordering a coffee, everything is different thanks to the virus that has swept across the globe. It can be difficult, in these trying times, to keep up to date with what’s going on around the world. We’re providing […]