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Supply Chain Impacts from Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Logistics Viewpoints

However, I did see reports on the destruction of Ukraine’s Antonov An-225, the world’s largest cargo aircraft. According to The Spectator , Ukraine “occupies a niche at the very heavy end of the industry.” I was unaware of Ukraine’s prominent air transport presence.

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Supply chain shockwaves from the Taiwan earthquake

Resilinc

Discover which industries may be impacted by the 7.4 Following the earthquake, tsunami warnings were sent out in Taiwan, Japan, and The Philippines, but have since been lifted. These affected berths were crucial for handling tasks such as sand, bulk cargo discharge, and cruise operations. magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan.

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COP26: 5Zs that changed the world

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The industry which previously showed largely low levels of commitment to engage in the COP agenda, showed the world that it exists and can take a seat at the COP table to actively contribute to fight climate change – but the sector also expressed its need for support. came from trucks carrying cargo. Most of this, 45.1

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This Week in Logistics News (July 3 – 9)

Logistics Viewpoints

The kick-off to the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan is just two weeks away, after being postponed last summer due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Earlier this week, a resurgent coronavirus forced Japan to declare a state of emergency in the capital that will run throughout the event. Rob Spilman Jr.,

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Freight Rate News November 2015

Freightos

Short Term Medium Term Special Feature Carriers & Cargo Innovation Freightos focus November 2015 freight and logistics trends that rate. China’s slowing economy is generally bad news for the freight industry. The Pacific Trade Deal , a freer trade treaty between 12 Pacific Rim countries, including Japan and the U.S,

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How Japanese E-commerce Brands Can Overcome the Challenges in Last-Mile Deliveries

Locus

It’s one thing delivering parcels on time in any country; it’s quite another delivering parcels on time in Japan. That’s because Japan’s standards for home delivery services are very high. What makes last-mile deliveries in Japan different (and difficult). Japan’s population is the world’s oldest population and is aging fast.

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Doing Business in Malaysia

QAD

Prior to that, the British Empire ruled the territory as colonies and protectorates, and Japan occupied the area from 1942 to 1945. Despite the years of political turmoil, the country was able to diversify its economy to include robust manufacturing, services and a thriving tourism industry. Other Important Industries.