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The Best Supply Chain Conferences of 2019

GlobalTranz

Supply chain conferences are an excellent way to connect with industry professionals, learn about new technologies, and refine your operation through the experience of others. Keynote speakers at LINK 2019 include Dick Johnson, President and CEO at Foot Locker, Inc., GET YOUR COPY HERE. Download White Paper.

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Supply Chain Impacts from Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Logistics Viewpoints

But the topic is also of significance to supply chain practitioners. In fact, supply chains are being impacted directly by the war and by the sanctions being put in place in response. There is potential for oil and gas supply shortages to occur as well. It is certainly worthy of our concerns as individuals.

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High Seas Troubles Affect Global Supply Chains, Part Two: Climate Risks

Enterra Insights

Journalist Andrew Freedman explains, “Geopolitical risks in the Red Sea and extreme weather in Central America are converging, jostling global supply chains fed by the Suez and Panama Canals.”[1] In January Panamanian authorities slashed Panama Canal ship crossings by 36%. ” Will things get worse?

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September 26, 2023 Update

Freightos

But even with the rate declines of the last few weeks, prices to the West Coast remain well above 2019 levels, and East Coast rates are about even with 2019. In air cargo, more forwarders are reporting signs of life for ex-Asia volumes, which is a good omen for hopes of an air peak this year. Europe rates of $3.70/kg

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October 4, 2023 Update

Freightos

Asia – Mediterranean prices are below $1,500/FEU so far this week, their lowest level since 2019. America East Coast prices fell 8% last week and continued their slide so far this week with daily rates at $2,249/FEU, 18% lower than in 2019 and their lowest level since mid-2018. America rates increase 8% last week to $4.75/kg,

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COVID’s Supply Chain Ripples: the SME Business Perspective

Freightos

Since early 2020, global trade has been buffeted by waves of increased customer demand, supply chain challenges, and constant uncertainty and volatility. It also provides four key insights into how importers and exporters can modify their supply chain planning as a result. What Goes Up, Must Come Down.

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Driving Sustainability in the Age of Supply Chain Disruption

Logistics Viewpoints

The global pandemic has created a watershed moment for global supply chains. As supply chains continue to evolve to drive more efficiency, we will see changes in three main areas: Physical infrastructure – Electrification and low emissions transportation and IOT supported by high volume ubiquitous connectivity via 5G.