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The Three Pillars of Sustainability in Supply Chain and Logistics: A Strategic Guide

Logistics Viewpoints

Similarly, shifting freight from road to rail or waterways offers lower-emission alternatives for long-haul transport. Another crucial focus area is sustainable packaging. Companies are increasingly adopting electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles to transition away from fossil fuels.

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The Importance of Energy Transition and Sustainability in the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry

Logistics Viewpoints

Road freight alone accounts for approximately 7% of global CO2 emissions, with maritime and air transport further amplifying the environmental burden. Key strategies include: Electrification of Transport: The use of electric vehicles (EVs) for freight and last-mile delivery reduces emissions and operational costs.

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Why the Future of Freight Is Multimodal

Supply Chain Brain

In April, freight company HLS Group reported 80 canceled sailings from China as trade tensions with the U.S. To keep operations and supply chains stable amid the volatility of today’s global trade dynamics, companies need a freight strategy that can flex under pressure. intensified. That means going multimodal.

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V2X Communication – A Critical Enabler for Smarter, Safer, More Efficient Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

Whether refining freight logistics efficiency at port terminals or enhancing last-mile delivery in urban neighborhoods, V2X adds intelligence to every vehicle interaction. The system also integrates with Amazons cloud logistics platform to improve package drop-offs based on road and traffic conditions.

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Crutchfield — Amplifying Packaging Automation

Supply Chain Brain

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How to Reduce Carbon Footprint in Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

For example, switching from air to ocean freight for non-time sensitive shipments can reduce carbon emissions by up to 95% per unit shipped. This means developing supplier evaluation frameworks that include carbon metrics, working together on joint emission reduction projects, and incentivising suppliers to meet or beat carbon targets.

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The Future of Trucking: Change, Wins and Best Practices

Supply Chain Brain

An Ever-Evolving Market The freight market has never been static, but lately, the pace of change feels faster and more consequential than ever. Disruptions, whether from extreme weather, geopolitical tension, or economic uncertainty, aren’t isolated events anymore; they’re recurring features of the freight landscape.