The current value of bilateral trade between the United Kingdom and India is around 15 billion dollars. To make it double in ten years is very much possible as these two nations are big economies of the world. They trade with the whole world and India has rapidly been growing its stature as an economy.
With the second-biggest population now it has assumed a vital role in the world economy. Air cargo to India reaches a number of international airports and then distributes all over the country. Cargo companies send cargo from the nearest airport to the actual destination so that it may get delivered in time.
If a consignment reached a faraway airport then both money and time are wasted. If receivers have to pick consignment from the airport then senders definitely mention the name of the airport. Both clients and cargo companies act smartly because they want efficient and cost-effective cargo delivery to India.
In the United Kingdom cargo companies have vast experience and they keep their information updated. It is really helpful for them to offer the right kind of services to clients. They also become able to guide their clients on basis of updated knowledge. It is their bread and butter so they should have equipped with information regarding different destinations and rules.
Individuals, in particular, are not well aware of the rules regarding sending goods from one place to other. Traders and businessmen on other hand are better informed about destinations and procedures of customs clearance.
Cargo companies offer different types of services and to send cargo to India you can choose any of them. The most economical service is possible through sea cargo and when you want safer and faster delivery you can book you parcel or goods with air cargo services.
Air cargo service is further divided into express and regular delivery. The former option is the fastest for delivery of goods and your consignment reaches in days and the latter also deliver within a week time. Price of these services are high and people are always in search of the cheapest cargo option for India and other destinations.
Courier services also book parcels and consignments for destinations around the world. In fact, individuals find them easy access so they often book their parcels with these. Their wide network of offices and collection points also make them the first choice for individuals.
Airmail service is also present and offers competitive rates for parcels to India. They are reliable as well so people choose trustworthy options for their valuable goods. They want security and quality service to deliver goods in India.
The United Kingdom wants to improve its trade with the whole world because it has lost the advantage of a single European market after leaving the union. Cargo to India from UK also needs to be improved as needs of this South Asian biggest country are huge and the United Kingdom can offer it require stuff.
More trade between the two countries will bring more business for cargo service providers. The United Kingdom has pushed its smaller industries to take part in the exports of goods. Fast-growing economies are on higher priority and India is a good partner of Britain so they can revisit the present trade deal and may strike a free trade agreement.
It will be great for both sides as these countries will get benefit from such a deal. The United Kingdom wants the removal of non-tariff barriers and open access to markets so that more British goods reach there. Recently apples from Britain reaches India and it happened for the first time in fifty years.
After five decades, it is a very long time for these two very close countries to find out the opportunities present in their markets for each other. Both sides have identified products and areas for which each side wants to get relaxation.
India is more interested in the export of manpower whereas the United Kingdom want better access to its goods in India. Medical equipment and agricultural products from the UK can be exported to India in big numbers. Similarly, India auto market size is huge and the UK can export its cars to meet the demands of this market.
If the United Kingdom gets any kind of concession for its goods sent to India then there will be a sharp increase in UK exports to India. It will definitely bring more booking for shipping companies and airlines to deliver their goods in India. The United Kingdom also wants India to lower levy and customs duty on goods coming from the UK.
It will make these goods cheaper in comparison to other imported goods. It will surely increase their demand in Indian markets. In order to achieve the set target to double trade volume in ten years’ time, both countries have to move forward with a strategy to achieve the goal.
In order to get input from companies, UK has asked them to provide their suggestion so that a comprehensive trade deal can be finalized between the two countries. India will also find it easy to strike a deal with the UK rather than the EU, as the latter involves a big number of countries so the consensus seems hard to achieve.