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SCM Map Europe: European location decisions remain complex

Supply Chain Movement

To arrive at optimal European supply chains it is crucial to consider shifts in economic growth, currency fluctuations and tax reductions in addition to production and distribution costs. Over the past year, Russia, Ukraine and Turkey have suffered heavily due to devaluation, whereas Switzerland has become considerably more expensive. >>Please

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Rules and Regulations for Cargo Moving

American Global Logistics

SUBSTITUTED SERVICE (ALTERNATE PORT SERVICE) This provision shall govern the transfer of cargo by trucking or other means of transportation at the expense of the Carrier. All transportation of cargo prior to the point at which Carriers rates begin to apply as set forth above shall be at the risk and expense of Merchant.

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World Shipping Body Toughens Their Emissions Targets

Logistics Viewpoints

It targets a reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net-zero “by or about 2050.” Previously, member states had agreed to reduce its emissions by half by 2050. The nations with the most flagged vehicles are Panama, China, Singapore, the Marshall Islands, and Liberia. The new pledge is squishy.