As of Monday 19th October 2026 we are, unfortunately, having to place an increment on the cost of our UK & London sameday van fuel surcharge rates. The increment will be a rise by 6.5% to 25% on all UK & London sameday van journeys until further notice. We are having to take this unwanted step to cover the ever increasing cost of diesel in the UK. There is currently no fuel surcharge price increment on the UK & London motorbike fuel surcharge rate. We will constantly evaluate our fuel surcharge costs and, as always, try and be as competitively priced as we possibly can for our London based customers.

If you would like to know any further information, please can you contact your Account Manager here in our London Heathrow offices.

Hopefully, 2027 will see a more stable geo-political climate and fuel surcharge prices can potentially decrease.

Harvey Heather
Business Manager

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Following an update from our EU agents & integrators regarding the upcoming EU Customs reforms, We are writing to outline the critical technical data mandates required to keep your EU cross-border trade seamless and compliant. This must be recognised that this applies to all shipments that are heading to an EU country and are B to C (Business to Consumer) ONLY. Business to business shipments should not be effected by the forthcoming changes.

What is Changing?

You will note that when creating a commercial shipping invoice on our web booking portal a new section has been implemented (Nov 1st 2026). The system will need you to transmit two specific pieces of information for every item inside a parcel:

• Type: A specific 3-letter code indicating the kind of identifier being provided.
• Value: The actual reference number, barcode, or SKU text.

These mandatory updates will roll out in two distinct regulatory phases:

NOVEMBER 2026: EU Product Identifiers (PIDs)

• Effective Date: 1 November 2026
• Requirement: To comply with the systems go-live for low-value goods, you must provide at least one of the standard product identifiers below:
  • SKU (Stock Keeping Unit)
  • MID (Manufacturer’s ID)
  • EAN (European Article Number)
  • UPC (Universal Product Code)

WHERE TO FIND THESE NEW CODES;

Barcodes & Standard Numbers (EAN & UPC)

EAN and UPC are standard barcodes used globally to identify products at retail checkout.

• On Physical Items: Look at the back or bottom of the product packaging. You will see a vertical black-and-white barcode.
• UPC: This is a 12-digit number used primarily in North America. The numbers are printed directly beneath the barcode lines.
• EAN: This is a 13-digit number used internationally (especially in Europe). Like the UPC, it sits directly under the barcode.
• Online Listings: Scroll down to the “Product Information,” “Specifications,” or “Technical Details” section on e-commerce sites like Amazon.

Manufacturer’s ID (MID)

The MID (sometimes called the Part Number or MPN) is assigned by the company that made the product.

• On the Product or Box: Look for a label that says “Model No.”, “Part No.”, “MPN”, or “Style”. It is often printed near the serial number or compliance logos (like CE or FCC markings).
• In the Manual: It is almost always printed on the front cover or the back page of the user manual.

SKU (Stock Keeping Unit)

The SKU is a custom alphanumeric code unique to the specific retailer or warehouse selling the item.

• On Receipts & Invoices: Check your physical receipt, order confirmation email, or shipping invoice.
• On Store Labels: It is usually printed on the store’s price tag or a separate inventory sticker stuck to the box, rather than being printed directly on the manufacturer’s original packaging.
• URL or Page Title: When shopping online, the SKU is often visible in the product description page right next to the price, or embedded inside the webpage’s URL.

If you feel that you send the same products to your clients in the EU regularly – please just let us know the product type plus the new codes and we’ll save these on your web portal account for you. (customerservices@olympexglobal.com).

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Charges apply in GBP per kg (billing weight), based on the shipment’s origin and destination. Fuel Surcharge applies.

Peak Demand Surcharge UK-  there will be a new surcharge rate of £0.10 per kilo plus fuel.

Peak Demand Surcharge Europe  –  there will be a new surcharge rate of £0.30 per kilo plus fuel.

Peak Demand Surcharge USA  & Canada – there will be a new surcharge rate of £0.50 per kilo plus fuel.

Peak Demand Surcharge Rest of World- there will be a new surcharge rate of £0.80 per kilo plus fuel.

WHY IS THIS SURCHARGE BEING IMPLEMENTED?

The carrier  Express network is built on a unique transportation model that combines dedicated aircraft with commercial airline capacity, ensuring reliable service to over 220 countries and territories. However, during peak demand periods, shipment volumes can fluctuate significantly and exceed our network’s capacity base levels.

In recent years, global trade has experienced unprecedented volatility, making it increasingly unpredictable and challenging. The Demand Surcharge enables us to allocate additional resources and capacity where needed, helping with the navigation of these complexities and the delivery of the high-quality service you expect.

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We are writing to share an official update from Olympex Global regarding our fuel surcharge policy.

We are pleased to announce, Olympex Global will now return to implementing a monthly fuel surcharge..

For the month of May 2026 the international fuel surcharge will be set at 48% for all international bookings.

For UK domestic next day services, this is currently set at 36.8%.

For further clarity, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager.

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We are writing to share an official update from Olympex Global  regarding our  fuel surcharge policy.

Due to continued volatility in the fuel market and to maintain pricing accuracy, Olympex Global will now implement weekly fuel surcharges as previously advised. This is line with the major worldwide express carriers.

For the week of April of 20th the international fuel surcharge will  be set at  48%  for all international bookings.

For UK domestic next day services, this is currently set at 36.75%.

For further please clarity, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager.

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We are writing to share an official update from Olympex Global  regarding our fuel surcharge policy.

Due to continued volatility in the fuel market and to maintain pricing accuracy, Olympex Global will now implement weekly fuel surcharges as previously advised. This is line with the major worldwide express carriers.

For the week of April of 20th the international fuel surcharge will be set at  47.5% for all international bookings.

For UK domestic next day services, this is currently set at 36.5%.

For further please clarity, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager.

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We are writing to share an official update from Olympex Global regarding our fuel surcharge policy.

Due to continued volatility in the fuel market and to maintain pricing accuracy, Olympex Global will  now implement weekly updates starting April 13, 2026, and continuing until further notice. This is line with the major worldwide express carriers.

For the week of April of13th the international fuel surcharge will  be set at 46% for all international bookings.

For UK domestic next day services this is currently set at 34.5%.

For further please clarity, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager.

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Effective from 1st April 2026, the fuel surcharge applied to your international services will increase to 39.5%.

Due to the ongoing geopolitical situation and conflict in the Middle East, fuel costs have risen dramatically over the past few weeks. Therefore, we have had to make the very hard decision to make these adjustments in order to ensure we can continue to provide the reliable service and delivery standards you expect from us.

Unfortunately, surcharges such as fuel surcharges are largely dictated by the bigger courier firms and networks of the courier industry and we have to follow the changes made by these companies. We have worked hard to minimise the impact of these increases and appreciate your understanding during this challenging period.

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Services Team.

Yours sincerely,

Gail Heather
Company Secretary

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Effective from 1st April 2026, the fuel surcharge applied to your UK overnight services will increase to 27.5%.

Due to the ongoing geopolitical situation and conflict in the Middle East, fuel costs have risen dramatically over the past few weeks. Therefore, we have had to make the very hard decision to make these adjustments in order to ensure we can continue to provide the reliable service and delivery standards you expect from us.

Unfortunately, surcharges such as fuel surcharges are largely dictated by the bigger courier firms and networks of the courier industry and we have to follow the changes made by these companies. We have worked hard to minimise the impact of these increases and appreciate your understanding during this challenging period.

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Services Team.

Yours sincerely,

Gail Heather
Company Secretary

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