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CrimsonLogic and NewAge Partner for Freight Management and Customs Compliance across North America

Logistics Viewpoints

Global technology company CrimsonLogic , a wholly-owned subsidiary of PSA International and a leader in digital trade, digital ports and technology solutions, announced a strategic partnership with Newage Software & Solutions (“Newage”), a global leader in logistics technology.

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DHL steps up Middle East expansion with $570M in planned investments

Freight Waves

Global logistics and parcel powerhouse DHL Group will invest more than $571 million on infrastructure, vehicles and product offerings in Gulf Arab states through 2030 , pushing for more business in a region experiencing significant trade growth, the company announced Wednesday. billion in healthcare logistics over five years.

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This Week in Logistics News (May 27 – June 2)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon has launched a new fulfillment center in Riyadh doubling its total storage capacity in Saudi Arabia and increasing selling opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses. However, many of these companies are now reining in their logistics ambitions. billion.

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Cold chain market in Middle East and North Africa expected to hit $41.1 billion by 2030

Freight Waves

The report attributes this rapid expansion to a confluence of factors, including increased demand for perishable food and pharmaceutical products, government investments in food security and public health, and widespread adoption of cold chain technologies like IoT and AI across logistics networks. and a projected market value of $16.5

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April 16, 2024 Update

Freightos

Saudi Arabia, with access to their Red Sea port access already challenged, would see their Gulf port access cut off as well. In air cargo, B2C e-commerce demand out of China continues to be the biggest driver of strong volumes, tighter capacity and upward pressure on rates to N. With Freightos Air Index prices from China to N.

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This Week in Logistics News (January 8 – 14)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. US cargo airlines up in arms over Saudia flying rights request. The right means an airline can essentially operate a foreign hub, which is especially helpful for all-cargo carriers that often get booked for ad hoc charters to irregular destinations. JD.com opens robotic shops in Europe.

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Ship Smarter: How to Avoid Bottlenecks in Your Global Operations

ThroughPut

You can’t just turn around a giant cargo ship. Once cargo has shipped, there are no “backsies.” Everything from custom duties to cargo inspections can create bottlenecks within the supply chain. And in countries like Saudi Arabia, every container must go through inspection. In the current political climate, U.S.