QAD

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Japan has been an economic power throughout much of its history, despite a major economic downturn starting in the 1990s. Japan is currently the third largest economy in the world. In addition to its economic might, Japan has long been a model for manufacturers throughout the world. Manufacturing in Japan. of Japan’s GDP.

Japan 17

Japan Manufacturing Procurement South Korea Saudi Arabia 17

QAD

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Prior to that, the British Empire ruled the territory as colonies and protectorates, and Japan occupied the area from 1942 to 1945. Located in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is bordered by Thailand, Borneo, Indonesia, Brunei and the South China Sea. Malaysia is ideally located for trade with China and countries throughout Asia.

Malaysia 80

Malaysia Thailand Indonesia Singapore 80

QAD

JANUARY 9, 2020

Thailand’s 63 paved airports moved 2,134,149,001 mt-km of freight in 2015. With its central location in Asia and robust air infrastructure, Thailand is well-positioned to move goods by air. Laem Chabang, another major seaport, is also a container port, making it easy to ship goods by sea. billion worth of goods.

Thailand 100

Thailand Malaysia Laos Japan 100

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2017

Trucking Freight Brokers to Merge Under Private-Equity Deal (WSJ – sub. Japan to subsidize pickup lockers to reduce parcel deliveries (Nikkei Asian Review). Japan firms shifting to trains to move freight amid dearth of new truckers (The Japan Times). November 2016 North American Freight Numbers.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

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Resilinc

AUGUST 30, 2023

Two weeks ago, 160 ships were stuck waiting to pass through the canal, carrying everything from auto parts, Barbie dolls, and diabetes test kits, according to Reuters. Some ships were delayed by as much as 21 days. 55 to 125 million gallons per ship, depending on size—to move ships through the canal.

Panama 62

Panama Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Optimization 62

CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Compared to the 1,382 containers on average lost per year between 2008-2019 as reported by The World Shipping Council, that’s a big jump. Until your freight has been involved in a vessel accident, you may not be aware of the process or overall impact to your supply chain. While their freight was not damaged, it was delayed.

Supply Chain Planning Software 68

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 68

Logistics Bureau

APRIL 2, 2020

The huge build-up of containers at China’s docks has created a major ocean freight imbalance, with a shortage of cargo in US and European ports and a shortfall in boxes needed by Western exporters to ship products to other parts of the world. Ocean Freight. Air Freight. Ocean Freight. percent from February 2019.

China 53

China Los Angeles Europe Australia 53

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… CMA CGM to acquire NOL, reinforcing its position in global shipping. China Approves Merger of Cosco, China Shipping (WSJ- sub. October 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). SMC³ Unveils New Version of BatchMark XL Analysis Tool. for CMA CGM and 2.7%

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

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Elementum

OCTOBER 15, 2015

This should keep prices low and shipping lanes open. Because of the absence of winter storms in Southeast Asia, offshore mining will become easier. Typhoons can disrupt air and ship travel in Southeast Asia. It sounds contradictory, as certain parts of Southeast Asia are experiencing crippling drought.

Indonesia 60

Indonesia Philippines Australia Asia 60

CH Robinson Transportfolio

MARCH 13, 2018

The manufacturers, key suppliers, and customer industries of semiconductor device makers are global, with a strong Asia presence. All have considerable significance for global supply chain managers: Manufacturing is shifting to North Asia. Historically, U.S. Equipment requires specialized handling. and China.

Supply Chain Software 34

Supply Chain Software Material Savings Demand Planning Software Industrial 34

Elementum

JUNE 4, 2015

In recent years, China has seen increasing competition from other low-cost manufacturing hubs like Southeast Asia, a decrease in domestic demand and an worryingly sluggish economy. The creation of a fully integrated highway system will do wonders to relieve congestion caused by China’s freight-truck-heavy intermodal transportation system.

China 60

China Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software India 60

CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 21, 2019

trade war, and the trade conflict between Japan-Korea all impact today’s shipping market. Robinson’s coverage of these and other disruptions has focused on what it means for companies shipping into North America. Ongoing impact in Southeast Asia countries. trade war wreaking havoc on many Asia export hubs.

Asia 34

Asia China Vietnam Singapore 34

ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Increased Shipping Costs, Delays, and Transportation Issues. Dealing with the Shipping Container Crisis. Thanks to container prices rising as much as 600%, money that could be used for advertising went to freight companies instead. Following a March 2022 surge of Covid-19 in Shanghai, shipping company A.P. Nikkei Asia ).

Material Savings 207

Material Savings Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 207

Freightera

APRIL 28, 2020

BM: For society, the Physical Internet (PI) enables order-of-magnitude improvements in the efficiency, sustainability, security, trustability and resilience of supply chains, logistics, and freight transportation, all around the world, within each company and across industries. Asia has a huge opportunity for transformation and innovation.

Supply Chain Planning Software 27

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Security Sustainability 27

Shipchain

JANUARY 23, 2019

Dear Community, If you care about our company and/or the freight and logistics industry (which we really hope you do!), Our community of passionate freight and logistics leaders is the backbone of our company – and the reason why we are so excited about this news. Companies that ship temperature controlled goods of any kind.

Rail Software 25

Rail Software Supply Chain Planning Software Demand Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 25

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2022

FedEx Express introduces new routes between Asia and Europe. Körber acquires enVista’s omni-channel and global freight audit and payment services. FedEx Express has announced the launch of a new route between Asia and Europe. We will have to wait and see. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 209

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Oakland Demand Planning Software 209

Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

In order to compensate a long waiting time, Adidas uses air freight or courier service. Moreover, products can be shipped to stores in-time then lost sales is minimal. Jobs told Cook that he visited many manufacturing companies in Japan and he would like Cook to implement the JIT system for Apple.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

It is with particular pleasure to chat-up with Katie Kinraid, of BluJay Asia Pacific. BluJay customers include five of the top 10 food and beverage companies, 32 of the top 40 LSPs, and 24 of the top 25 freight forwarders. TMS solutions are moving beyond being just a freight management tool.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 6, 2022

Pre pandemic we were importing the majority of our inventory from East Asia, in particular China and Japan. Lesson #5: From Shipping to Stocking, Process Matters. We increased our lead times using air freight and dealt with delays through prior shipping agreements with our suppliers. Get the Guide ?.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 290

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JANUARY 6, 2020

Now that the fireworks are over and New Year’s resolutions are set, it’s time to prepare for global shipping in 2020. One thing’s for sure, freight forwarding never has a dull moment. . Recapping 2019’s top global shipping disruptors. In the past, ocean shipping followed the basic law of supply and demand.

Trends 44

Trends Shipping Global Cost Reduction Strategies 44

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 9, 2020

To put this in perspective, Australia’s second-largest trading partner is Japan, which accounts for 9.7 The effects include: Severe disruption to shipping, with many Chinese ports operating at drastically reduced capacity and around 200 sailings cancelled. Japan, $14.376 billion – partner share 13.16 Japan, $18.8

Australia 75

Australia South Korea United Kingdom Japan 75

Abivin

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Passages, capes, and straits are defined as geographical areas through which international shipping routes must transit. These routes are typically found connecting important marketplaces with active commercial trade systems, such as Western Europe, North America, and East Asia. Potential for closure or interruption.

Panama 52

Panama Egypt Asia 52

Freightos

DECEMBER 19, 2023

But with alternative routes and plenty of excess capacity available, operations should continue reasonably well, and freight rates are unlikely to spike to extreme highs. 18th, 2023, Source: Marinetraffic Since mid-November multiple ships have been attacked in the Red Sea by Houthi forces in Yemen.

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EMERGE App

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Nobody uses fax machines anymore (well, except in Japan). In Japan and South Korea, it’s the LINE messaging app. And for Europe and South-East Asia, it’s definitely WhatsApp. In Japan , for example, it’s best not to bring Western standards in negotiation to the table. And it looks cool.

Optimal Sourcing 45

Optimal Sourcing Currency Purchasing Skills Negotiate Pricing 45

ThroughPut

MARCH 20, 2020

As of right now, top lines have been essentially wiped out for industries like air transportation, freight, gastronomy, tourism, travel, and many more. These are uncertain times for businesses that are used to having cash flow, steady top lines, and predictable bottom lines. Expected output gains: Intangible. So there you have it.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Most imports come from Europe, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), South Korea, Japan, and United States, respectively, based on import value. Requirements for importing goods to China are stringent, and not all logistics providers will have the capabilities to ship where your products are going. Source: [link] ).

China 34

China Global Negotiating Skills North America 34

Freightera

MAY 26, 2017

As many of you may be aware, freight shipping, international shipping and also aviation are not included in the COP21 agreement. The shipping industry is currently a vast producer of nitrous oxides and sulfate oxides, produce about 15% of the total nitrous oxides emissions in the world.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Many of our global shipping customers are up against the clock with Chinese New Year (CNY) approaching, while also navigating potential changes from a new U.S. Today I’m going to focus on how the ocean and air shipping markets have been affected and steps you can take to successfully account for these and other events. administration.

Shipping 44

Shipping United States Agile and Lean Supply Chain Capacity 44

Intelligent Audit

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

UPS Worldwide Express Freight® and UPS Worldwide Express Freight® Midday – $2.61 UPS Worldwide Express Freight® and UPS Worldwide Express Freight® Midday – $2.61 Shipments from Japan to the US: UPS Worldwide Express Plus®, UPS Worldwide Express®, UPS Worldwide Save®, UPS Worldwide Expedited® – $0.45

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6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

A behemoth in the logistics industry, UPS has operations in shipping, air freight, trucking, last-mile delivery and drone delivery. FedEx Corporation FedEx , previously known as Federal Express, is an American multinational freight company founded in 1971 as a system for urgent deliveries. Kuehne + Nagel Inc.

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Warehousing 3PL Company Third Party Logistics 111

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

But first, you may need to remind your customers about the benefits of “Made in USA” and of using domestic manufacturers, including: Cheaper, More Reliable Shipping. offers lower labor, natural gas and electricity costs than some other developed countries in Europe and Asia, including the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Japan.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

QAD

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

South Korea is in eastern Asia in the southern half of the Korean Peninsula. It is bordered by North Korea, the Sea of Japan and the Yellow Sea. It was occupied by Japan in 1905 and did not regain its independence until 1945. This robust infrastructure makes it easy to move freight in or out of the country quickly and easily.

South Korea 85

South Korea North Korea Saudi Arabia Japan 85

Intelligent Audit

MARCH 7, 2022

It’s impossible to paint the new international shipping surcharges with the broad strokes of the past, and shippers need to know exactly what to expect and what countries are affected. FedEx Express International Shipping Surcharges. APAC Outbound International Shipping Surcharges. per pound or $1.50 per kilogram. per kilogram.

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