Chinese New Year (CNY) is a time of celebration and renewal, but for the global logistics industry, it marks one of the busiest and most challenging periods of the year. Often referred to as the Spring Festival, this 15-day holiday is the most significant event in the Chinese calendar. For freight forwarding companies, it represents…
Navigating Rising Freight Costs: Strategies for Maintaining Profitability in 2025
In an era of economic volatility, geopolitical tensions, and increasing regulatory pressures, freight forwarders around the globe are grappling with rising operational costs. From fluctuating fuel prices and surging demand for capacity to heightened compliance expenses, 2025 is shaping up to be another challenging year for maintaining profitability in the logistics industry. However, with proactive…
Celebrating The Cooperative Logistics Network’s 10th Anniversary Through the Eyes of Its Members
It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed so quickly. Ten years of growth, collaboration, and, most importantly, the incredible relationships that have transformed The Cooperative Logistics Network from a simple freight forwarders network into a true family. As this remarkable milestone is celebrated, immense gratitude fills the air for all those who have…
A Decade of Success: Celebrating The Cooperative Logistics Network’s Achievements
In our last post, we celebrated that The Cooperative Logistics Network turns 10 this year. To mark its anniversary, The Cooperative published a special video that takes you on a journey through the milestones and achievements that have shaped the network into what it is today. This video reflects how the network has been unite…
10 Years of Trust and Cooperation: The Journey of The Cooperative Logistics Network
Ten years ago, in a small office in Valladolid, Antonio Torres, Founder & President of The Cooperative Logistics Network, saw a market opportunity that would change his life and the business of hundreds of freight forwarders. After working for a French forwarding company, he left everything behind to create Conqueror – an exclusive freight forwarder…
Decarbonizing the Supply Chain: The Role of Freight Forwarders in Promoting Sustainable Transport
Each year, Sustainable Transport Day reminds us of the urgency to rethink how we move goods and people around the world. As logistics professionals, this day hits close to home. The freight and logistics sector plays a pivotal role in global trade but is also a significant contributor to carbon emissions. In fact, freight transport…
Preparing for Black Friday for Freight Forwarders: Essential Strategies to Tackle the Rush
Black Friday isn’t just the ultimate shopping bonanza for eager consumers—it’s a cornerstone event for the global supply chain, particularly for freight forwarders. As one of the busiest retail events worldwide, Black Friday kicks off a high-stakes holiday shopping season, driving record-breaking sales and placing extraordinary demands on logistics operations. For freight forwarders, this means…
Behind the Scenes of The Cooperative Logistics Network’s Annual Meeting
In the world of logistics, where precision and timing are everything, there is something profoundly powerful about a shared moment, a handshake that transcends borders, and a conversation that leads to more than just the exchange of business cards. For more than 200 independent freight forwarders from all corners of the globe, these moments will…
Understanding DDP Incoterm: Simplifying International Trade with Delivery Duty Paid
Think about the last time you ordered a product from abroad. Maybe it was a beautifully crafted leather bag from Italy or a unique gadget from Japan. You tracked your package eagerly, but when it finally arrived, a surprise awaited—an unexpected customs bill, just to get your hands on your eagerly anticipated purchase. Now, imagine…
Macao’s Emerging Role as a Logistics Hub: Opportunities for Small and Mid-Sized Freight Forwarders
For decades, Macao has been synonymous with tourism, vibrant festivals, and, of course, a bustling gaming industry. But a quieter revolution has been taking place in the city’s streets and ports, as it transforms into a rising star in regional logistics. Freight forwarders in this territory have taken note of this shift, seeing Macao as…