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Supply Chain Ripple Effects of Russia’s War in Ukraine

Alloy

Logistics – Maersk has begun the process to divest its 30.75% stake in Russian port operator Global Ports Investments, United Parcel Service Inc has halted overflights in Russia. Countries are diversifying where they source their supply from as well as investing in new production that will ease the burden.

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10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Iran and Spain were highly infected. For far too long Supply Chain has been considered a back office, transactional functions placing purchasing orders and moving and receiving goods. A natural starting point is the level of single, or sole sourcing, that is put in place. Taking Total Cost of Ownership Seriously.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 19 – 25)

Logistics Viewpoints

The potential supply chain impacts of this conflict dwarf any other supply chain news that might be reported. shale or Iran, for example. The United States and Iran have been engaged in indirect nuclear talks in Vienna that could lead to the removal of sanctions on Iranian oil sales. This week’s news will all center on this war.

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Interoceanic Passages

Abivin

The load break at both ends of dry canals, which increases costs and delays and limits economies of scale on the overland route, is their biggest drawback. Nevertheless, they offer possibilities for routes that may encourage domestic imports and exports as well as the growth of logistical activities.

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I Will Be Wrong Again: Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2017

Talking Logistics

This is not only true for financial investments, but also for supply chain and logistics predictions. Like I said last year, making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target: sometimes you get lucky and hit the mark; other times you miss the bullseye by a mile.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 13 – 19)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. waters in recent years Ocean freight rates expected to jump after Iran seizes containership Walmart Canada is launching a national pilot program for customers to recycle their reusable shopping bags. You can check out this week’s song of the week for my favorite so far.