The transportation and logistics sector presently contributes to 24% of global net emissions, with this percentage steadily climbing due to increasing global commodity demand. Consequently, freight forwarding companies are engaged in fierce competition to embrace more sustainable practices, spurred by the rising need for eco-friendly logistics solutions. These forwarders are endeavoring to match the sustainability…
As a leading freight forwarders network in today’s industry landscape, The Cooperative Logistics Network stands out by not only providing its agents with a prestigious international brand name and access to trusted global partners but also by offering a suite of online tools aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of member companies. In an era…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
Since November, Yemen’s Houthi rebel group has been targeting vessels passing through the Strait of Bab al-Mandab. This strait is a 20-mile (32km) wide channel that separates northeast Africa from Yemen on the Arabian Peninsula. The Strait of Bab al-Mandab is a critical maritime chokepoint, and any disruptions in this area can have significant implications…
The triumph of an independent freight forwarder is intricately woven with the art of fostering productive collaborations and robust relationships within the freight forwarding network. The key to achieving a prominent international presence lies in the building and solidifying of connections with logistics partners. Membership in The Cooperative Logistics Network emerges as a unique gateway,…
The container shipping industry is encountering another obstacle with the diminishing viability of the Suez Canal as a preferred route for cargo transportation. In recent weeks, attacks on ships navigating the Red Sea route to the Suez Canal have prompted several shipping companies to redirect vessels or suspend their transit. Despite ongoing international efforts to…