26th May 2026 | Posted by Gina Hinde
Global tensions and Middle East shipping disruption are reshaping how outdoor living products reach the UK and Europe, adding time, cost and uncertainty to already‑stretched supply chains; despite this, product is still flowing from China and other key sourcing hubs, and in this update LOFA explains what these changes mean for aluminium, plastics, freight rates and lead times, and why realistic expectations on timing and cost are essential for the 2026 season.
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