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International Removals – BAR Global Shipping Conditions Update for Current Movers

At Hamiltons Removals, we are committed to keeping you informed of the external factors affecting international removals due to the regional conflict involving Iran.

The link below from the British Association of Removers, which we are a member of, was updated on 1^st September 2026. It explains the key issues which are affecting current movers, including rising costs due to route diversions, emergency surcharges and delays.

The situation in the Middle East, and particularly as it affects the Strait of Hormuz, is continuing to cause disruption to shipping in the area. Some services have been reintroduced using alternative routes; however, these are very fluid and could be withdrawn after initially being reinstated.

Please note that many other international shipping destinations are affected to varying degrees as well. Please read the document (the link is below) carefully for full details of different destinations and the current issues affecting international and UK moves (not all of which are directly related to the Middle East conflict).

BAR Global Shipping Conditions Update – September 1 2026

New updates from the BAR will be added to the website as they become available.

If you require more information, please contact us on 0800 246 5622.