The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

This changing halal requirements for companies serving Muslim markets in Asia and the Middle East, demand brand owners taking a supply chain approach to halal, similar to a maybe more familiar supply chain approach to food/product safety or cool chains. MORE FROM THIS EDITION. 5 Megatrends Shaping Supply Chain Innovations.

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Cathy Roberson

JUNE 25, 2025

In response to the declines, FedEx reduced capacity on its Asia-to-Americas lane by over 35%. As sourcing demand shifts to Southeast Asia, FedEx launched a direct flight from Singapore to the US. Asia to Latin America, for example, is showing robust growth. For FedEx, the lane accounts for approximately 2.5% of total revenue.

Sourcing Strategies 64

Sourcing Strategies Vietnam Asia China 64

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 24, 2021

It is a particularly serious problem in Southeast Asia and the Amazon where old-growth rainforests are chopped down and in their place come palm and soy plantations. Even in Southeast Asia, where developments are happening at breakneck speeds, there are still many nature reserves and parks where biodiversity is thriving.

Real Estate 234

Real Estate Supply Chain Planning Software Malaysia Resource Reduction 234

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

by Martin You – Sales Director for Asia Pacific at E2open. More specifically, it took 83 days for container transport from Europe to Asia, and 88 days from North America to Asia. Even in Malaysia, retail sales during Christmas and Chinese New Year showed an 26.5% About the Author.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Malaysia has led this initiative for several years, and whilst there have been several barriers, good progress has been made. The challenges of Halal cold chain from “farm-to-fork ”, may seem similar, but varies between Asia & Middle East.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 240

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Software Logistics 240

MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 22, 2013

Asia accounts for an estimated 86% of the reported disaster victims worldwide [1]. This was one of the main talking points at the 2013 Health & Humanitarian Logistics Conference, hosted by the Malaysia Institute for Supply Chain Innovation (MISI) in Malaysia this June. Malaysia is the hub for humanitarian logistics in Asia.

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Malaysia Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Scenario Planning 63

QAD

APRIL 14, 2020

Located in southeastern Asia between Malaysia and Indonesia, Singapore is made up of a series of islands. Singapore is also an oil trading hub for Asia. billion worth of goods to countries including China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the US, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea and Thailand. Singapore’s landmass is only 719 sq.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

For example, the EU’s tightening rules on palm oil imported from Southeast Asia places Malaysia and Indonesia in a difficult position, as they account for 85% of the world’s total palm oil supply. Firms should remain alert to new regulatory changes in international trade that may threaten their structure. Conclusion.

Cost Reduction Strategies 245

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In Malaysia, CEVA Logistics worked closely with L’Oréal , a major producer of luxury and consumer products, to develop a social initiative of providing jobs for the hearing impaired at our warehouse since June 2020. Making Asia a Leader – One Green Initiative at a Time. Photo Credit: L’Oréal.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 14, 2022

Southeast Asia now holds the potential to increase market share due to its position along global trade routes and as foreign demand for SEA manufactured goods continues to rise in the wake of ongoing disruptions. A repercussion for Southeast Asia has been a chicken feed shortage. Policies to promote regional collaboration.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Menlo Logistics Keen to Build on 2014 Growth in South Asia. Finally, China and Asia remain hot areas of investment for third-party logistics providers, with both Menlo Logistics and DHL Supply Chain making announcements this week. A New Traffic Jam Hits L.A. WSJ – sub. ATA Truck Tonnage Index Increased 0.5% in October.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Now, Amazon is further expanding their reach, announcing their plans to enter Southeast Asia with a launch in Singapore in the first quarter of 2017. Now, with 80% of China’s online shopping sales, they have made moves to expand into Southeast Asia. For now, it seems like Alibaba has the firmer grip on Southeast Asia.

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QAD

JANUARY 9, 2020

Its bordering countries include Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos and Malaysia. With its central location in Asia and robust air infrastructure, Thailand is well-positioned to move goods by air. Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Australia and Malaysia. and Malaysia. Thailand borders the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand.

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 13, 2015

This would mean that a consumer in Malaysia buying from Amazon in the US would not experience significant differences in pricing of the same product bought from an online store in Malaysia or neighboring Singapore. Join me at the Payload Asia conference taking place in Singapore this October and 14.

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Vinculum

AUGUST 30, 2022

Such systems are suitable for small and medium-scale enterprises in Singapore and Malaysia. Per a survey, the Asia Pacific region stands at the top level in the emerging ERP markets, with an annual rate of 9.8 Malaysia and Singapore deal more in trade and business. per cent by 2027. It provides two industry-.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 13, 2025

Two months later, Malaysia Airlines reduced its flight capacity by 20%, citing labor shortages and a lack of spare parts. naming the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region as the highest-risk area worldwide. Currently, Japan’s matcha the finely ground green tea loved worldwide faces a supply crunch as global demand outpaces production.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 24, 2021

It is a particularly serious problem in Southeast Asia and the Amazon where old-growth rainforests are chopped down and in their place come palm and soy plantations. Even in Southeast Asia, where developments are happening at breakneck speeds, there are still many nature reserves and parks where biodiversity is thriving.

Real Estate 26

Real Estate Supply Chain Planning Software Malaysia Resource Reduction 26

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In the former I was responsible for Logistics & Trade Compliance across 30+ manufacturing sites in the Asia Pacific region and then with APL L I was the Global Commercial Director of the organization – which was a US$2 billion 3PL with offices across the world. What are some of your greatest achievements in Business?

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DELMIA Quintiq

APRIL 5, 2016

There are more abundant, and still cheaper, labor pools in Malaysia and Indonesia. In fact, with the addition of the high-speed freight link from Kunming (China) to the ports of Malaysia and Thailand, the existing ports in the Malay Peninsula will eventually replace Singapore as the ‘must stop and tranship here’ place. It could be.

Supply Chain Software 120

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 11, 2025

We began to build out our internal Southeast Asia sourcing capabilities to accelerate supplier transitions out of China and in many cases dual source our production. billion in supply from the rest of the world, 75% of that is comprised of four countries, Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand. billion to $1.6

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 9, 2015

What are some practices in Asia that could be adopted by the rest of the world, and vice versa? Dr Mahender Singh (Founding CEO & Rector, Malaysia Institute for Supply Chain Innovation): The simplest thing UPS does is: No left turns for truck routes, only right turns. It’s a combination of supply and demand.

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MIT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) are key drivers of growth in Asia, but they are hindered by inadequate access to finance, particularly from large banks. The Malaysia Institute for Supply Chain Innovation (MISI) has developed a framework for helping banks to tap into this vast market. Subscribe for free here.

Asia 63

Asia Supply Chain Planning Software Belgium Malaysia 63

Material Handling & Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Holiday schedule for selected countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Malaysia – CNY – February 16-17. . Mainland China – CNY – February 15-21. Hong Kong – CNY – February 16-19. Korea – Lunar New Year Holiday – February 15-16. Singapore – CNY – February 16-17. Indonesia – CNY – February 16. Taiwan – CNY – February 15-20.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

In its current form the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is a potential free trade agreement (FTA) between the US and 11 Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries (Canada, Mexico, Peru, Chile, Japan, Vietnam, Brunei, Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, and New Zealand). The United States currently has FTA’s with six (6) of the 11 TPP countries.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Over 90% of natural rubber comes from Asia, with Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia making up 70% of the world’s supply of natural rubber. Given that the majority of natural rubber comes from Asia getting this supply to North America and Europe became much more difficult with significant delays and extended delivery lead times.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 18, 2019

In mainland China (and even in other countries that celebrate the holiday such as Indonesia, Malaysia, North Korea, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Brunei), the Chinese New Year holiday is a very big deal. The Chinese New Year (abbreviated as CNY) in the United States is often nothing more than a blip on the radar.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 2, 2024

Middle Power Free Agency and Cooperation Several years ago, Bonnie Bley , a former Research Fellow at the Lowy Institute focusing on Asia, suggested the rise of middle powers was linked to their free agent status as well as their penchant to work together. ”[4] Henry L.

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EMERGE App

DECEMBER 18, 2018

China, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia produced Japanese branded goods. Likewise, canny manufacturers in China will move a greater proportion of their production to other countries in Asia. Other likely recipients may include Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Relocate to Avoid Tariffs.

Distribution 74

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Material Handling & Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2017

Announced in 2013 by Chinese President Xi Jinping, the plan would link China’s Silk Road Economic Belt Project in Central Asia—which was aimed at connecting with Europe via Central Asia to increase trade between the Asia-Pacific region and Europe—with its Maritime Silk Road stretching from the South China Sea to the Indian Ocean.

China 73

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Elementum

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Because of the absence of winter storms in Southeast Asia, offshore mining will become easier. A shorter monsoon season in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia will help miners procure more materials, used heavily in the electronics industry. Typhoons can disrupt air and ship travel in Southeast Asia.

Indonesia 60

Indonesia Philippines Australia Asia 60

Freightos

MAY 21, 2024

Judah Levine May 21, 2024 Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 12% to $4,333/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 5% to $5,359/FEU. Asia-Mediterranean prices(FBX13 Weekly) increased 6% to $5,495/FEU. The latest Asia – N.

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RELEX Solutions

JANUARY 25, 2018

Melbourne, Victoria headquartered, FMCG Retail will sell, implement and provide consultation on RELEX’ solutions and services across the region, having worked with brands in Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand. It’s a great opportunity both for us and RELEX.”.

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Freightos

JUNE 11, 2024

Judah Levine June 11, 2024 Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 17% to $5,888/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) climbed 12% to $7,516/FEU. Asia-Mediterranean prices (FBX13 Weekly) climbed 24% to $6,971/FEU. Prices from Asia to N.

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Freightos

JULY 16, 2024

Judah Levine July 16, 2024 Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 2% to $8,101/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices(FBX03 Weekly) climbed 9% to $9,620/FEU. Asia-Mediterranean prices(FBX13 Weekly) stayed level at $7,747/FEU.

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EcoVadis

MARCH 13, 2018

Companies operating in Asia are especially prone to unfair labor practices, particularly Malaysia, which has nearly 200 electronics factories. This seems to indicate that companies in this sector are taking concrete step to have a sustainable impact on across their supply chain.

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Freightos

JUNE 25, 2024

Judah Levine June 25, 2024 Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) increased 15% to $6,840/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices(FBX03 Weekly) climbed 7% to $8,113/FEU. Asia-Mediterranean prices(FBX13 Weekly) increased 4% to $7,169/FEU. Prices from Asia to N.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 28, 2021

The majority of solar equipment manufacturers are in China, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia. Four companies dominate more than half the manufacturing of wind turbines, with most production in Asia. Five years ago, the movement of containerized goods out of Asia was high volume, low cost and consistent.

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