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Global Trade Challenges: The Red Sea and Panama Canal Perspective

Update: Global Trade Challenges – The Red Sea and Panama Canal Perspective

Update: Houthi assaults on shipping in the Red Sea have slashed container throughput in the area by a staggering 90%. With marina insurance…
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Sustainable Fuel is the Key to Decarbonization

Sustainable Fuel is the Key to Decarbonization

The supply chain across the globe are making significant strides toward a sustainable energy future to combat increasing greenhouse gas emissions. While many…
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Container Shortage Crisis in Northern China

Freight forwarders are reporting a critical shortage of containers in northern China. This issue is exacerbated by a surprisingly robust market and diminished…
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A Truck with a stack of Shipping Containers

Navigating the Perils: Understanding and Mitigating the 16 Risks of Using Dry Containers for Shipping

In global commerce, dry containers (General Purposes and High Cubes with six walls) are crucial for transporting goods across oceans, continents, and borders.…
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Unveiling the Intricacies of Global Air Freight: How Shein and Temu Are Redefining the Norms

In today's rapidly evolving global marketplace, it's crucial to stay ahead of the curve. Join us as we explore the unexpected but profound…
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Milk Run Logistics: A Sustainable Solution for Reducing Carbon Emissions

Milk Run Logistics: A Sustainable Solution for Reducing Carbon Emissions?

In supply chain logistics, an organisation is always on the lookout for new methods to optimise and streamline the logistics operations while transferring…
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Navigating General Average: Understanding Risks and Safeguards in Maritime Ventures

General Average (GA), a cornerstone of maritime law, traces its origins back thousands of years, embodying the principle of shared responsibility amidst perilous…
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People-Centric Logistics in the Age of Automation

Striking the Balance: People-Centric Logistics in the Age of Automation

Logistics as an industry is going through a remarkable transformation, largely fuelled by tech interventions and advances. AI (Artificial Intelligence), cloud computing, data…
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Digital Revolution: Data Security in Logistics

Digital Revolution: Data Security in Logistics

Data is crucial. It’s a highly valuable and secure asset that fuels the supply chain industry. Hence, it’s vital to keep the data…
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Balancing the Scales for a Greener Future with Carbon Offsetting

Balancing the Scales for a Greener Future with Carbon Offsetting

Carbon offsetting is a productive and cost-effective way to give back to the planet for your organisation’s impact on climate change. Using the…
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