Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 15, 2024

A prolonged drought has led the canal’s operator to cut the number of crossings, resulting in longer waits. Cargo volumes through the Suez and Panama canals have plunged by more than a third. One source said that the strategy could be announced Tuesday. On its best days, Pyxis Ocean could cut that down by 37 percent.

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Resilinc

AUGUST 30, 2023

Weight limits have also been adjusted, forcing some ships to unload and transport cargo to the other side of the canal via train—increasing transportation costs. The current situation in the Panama Canal has already caused China-US spot shipping prices to rise by as much as 36%. Are there alternatives to the Panama Canal?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 26, 2021

Also, decide whether to import products with brand-name, which are usually expensive, or low price products but in high volume. For low-priced products, focus on low-cost food producers like Brazil, China and India. Analysing competition helps to; Price your food products competitively to compete in the domestic food market.

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Elementum

DECEMBER 2, 2015

Cut Downs and Losses. Companies have been cutting down on their profit estimates following the Tianjin incident. Carmaker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) recently reduced its pre-tax profits forecast , claiming it cannot match the £2.61bn pre-tax profit earned in 2014/15. We take a look at the lasting consequences.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 25, 2022

Indeed, companies in the United States, Italy, Canada, Brazil, Australia, and China are already experiencing difficulties arising from t ier 2 supply interruptions. Rapidly rising fuel prices will bring about even more widespread supply chain disruption. From Fuel to Fertiliser, Supply Shortages Start to Bite.

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Stord

MAY 2, 2022

The result was a domino effect of shortages that produced a spike in prices and empty shelves. In fact, Brazil, Spain, and Japan saw the largest increases in online sales during the COVID pandemic. To adapt to shifting demand and consumer habits, companies need to think about adopting new tools, systems, and strategies.

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In addition to cutting the need for outsourced manufacturing, this move could give the company a leg up on the competition by making it possible to get products in the hands of consumers faster. Additionally, the company’s manufacturing expertise will enable the reduction of production costs.

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