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Doing Business in Belgium

QAD

The Kingdom of Belgium achieved its independence from the Netherlands in 1830, and has become an admired modern country, well-known as the home of international organizations such as NATO and the EU. Since most Western European capitals are within 1,000 km of Brussels, Belgium’s capital, it is an ideal location for international groups.

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Supply Chain Experiencing High Rate of Terrorist Attacks

Material Handling & Logistics

Attacks on global supply chains by terrorist groups have hit the highest rate ever as have associated costs, according to a report recently released by BSI. The variety of attacks include targeting the oil infrastructure, hijacking and cargo theft through to contraband smuggling, extortion and kidnapping schemes. .

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Doing Business in the Netherlands

QAD

It is bordered by Belgium, Germany and the North Sea. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. The Netherlands has a total of 29 airports, five of which are considered major airports, and two of which have paved runways capable of handling cargo planes. Primary trading partners included Germany, Belgium, the U.K.,

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Logistics Hubs as Drivers of Innovation

MIT Supply Chain

A European Commission (EC) initiative called Horizon 2020 – 2105 Smart, Green and Integrated Transport will facilitate collaboration between logistics clusters on developing supply chain solutions, particularly projects that promote environmental sustainability.

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Conquering the high seas: What’s shaking the global liner shipping industry?

DELMIA Quintiq

Big carriers have their own share of new planning puzzles; they need to figure out the best way to: Plan 14,000 units on a single ship adhering to all cargo specifications and constraints. Optimally reposition empty container units in the supply chain. Minimize the number of unit moves during a call port.

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The Great Maersk Shift

Freightos

After a rough 2015, the first half of 2016 was no different. Oil prices tanked, cancellations increased and Maersk drilling and supply chain services would run up nearly $2 billion dollars in annual losses. Today, 75 to 80% of cargo arrives on time. Meanwhile, Maersk’s energy business was being hammered.

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Freeports: The 2022 Guide

Unleashed

We answer all these questions and more – including how inventory management software will help you manage your supply chain for your freeport warehouse or factory. Croatia has the highest number of freeports in the EU with Austria, Belgium, Finland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovakia, and Sweden having none.