In the intricate web of global trade, container shipping routes serve as the essential arteries, ensuring the seamless flow of goods across continents. These maritime highways, bustling with colossal vessels, connect the world’s major economic hubs and facilitate the movement of everything from everyday commodities to cutting-edge technology. According to the International Maritime Organization, the…
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Logistics Companies Summer Safety Guide: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Operations
Summer presents unique challenges for the logistics industry and the situation has become all the more threatening because of the heatwave conditions in a large number of countries. High temperatures, increased road traffic, and potential weather disruptions can affect the safety and efficiency of road freight operations. For logistics companies, logistics companies must implement comprehensive…
How using route optimization software can help logistics companies make the transformation into digital freight forwarders
Digitalization has become the driving force revolutionizing the shipping and freight industry, ushering in a new era of efficiency and safety for cargo and cargo handlers alike. Despite the strides made in adopting technology to enhance operations, there is still room for improvement in the transportation of logistics industry and substantial number of freight forwarders…
How the use of AI is transforming the transportation and logistics industry
Gartner forecasts that supply chain companies will see a notable rise in machine automation within their operations over the next five years, leading to a surge in online freight forwarding services. Additionally, the use of AI principles and analytics has spurred the growth of IoT in supply chain management. The transportation and logistics industry encompasses…
Exploring the transportation and logistics of chocolate
Chocolate, a universal indulgence, transcends borders and cultures. This richly flavored delight has fostered a global love affair, resulting in a multi-billion-dollar industry. Major brands play a pivotal role by shipping popular chocolate products worldwide. Nevertheless, the transportation and logistics of chocolates demand meticulous attention to storage temperature and humidity levels to guarantee that these…
Celebrating Women in Logistics: The Role of Women Professionals in the Transportation and Logistics Industry
Over the past few decades, there has been a notable increase in the presence of women professionals in the transportation and logistics industry. While the field remains predominantly male-dominated, the sight of women in the freight forwarding sector is no longer as rare as it was in the 80s or 90s. To foster a necessary…
The Extension of Ocean Alliance and How It will Benefit the Ocean Freight Industry
The Ocean Alliance, the largest ocean freight shipping alliance comprising leading carriers, has extended its agreement by five years, reinforcing its commitment to partnership and collaboration. On February 27th, the CEOs of carriers like COSCO Shipping, OOCL, CMA CGM, and Evergreen met in Shanghai to sign a MOU agreeing to extend the OCEAN Alliance until…
Impact of El Nino on the container shipping industry
The unforeseen warming of the eastern Pacific Ocean, commonly referred to as the El Niño phenomenon, has become another addition to the growing list of climate-induced weather events causing disruptions in the global container shipping industry. Maritime analysts suggest that the occurrence of El Niño, a naturally recurring phenomenon with a typical cycle of every…
Choosing the Right Shipping Container: Essential Tips for Independent Freight Forwarders
Whether you’re moving cargo by sea, air, or land freight, the choice of shipping container plays a crucial role in the transportation process. While selecting a container may initially seem straightforward, there are several considerations you need to take into account to ensure it meets your specific requirements. Shipping containers come in various sizes and…
Freight and Logistics Market in Brazil and How Freight Forwarders in the Country Can Boost Their Profitability
Being a vast continental nation and an emerging economic force, Brazil has committed significant investments in the expansion of its transportation and logistics infrastructures. The country’s logistics matrix, shaped by industrialization policies in the sixties, heavily relies on highways. During that era, Brazil transitioned from railways to highways. However, the challenges of maintaining, expanding, and…