Freight Waves

JULY 3, 2025

Washington has come to basic terms on trade deals with China, Vietnam, and Great Britain. That pause ends July 9, and some extend to next month, but it’s unclear how many new trade agreements Washington will complete by then, or whether tariffs will return to previous levels.

Negotiating Skills 130

Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement China Denmark 130

Freight Waves

JULY 9, 2025

Vietnam, for example, increased its export volumes to the U.S. With China-origin imports constituting only 28.8% of total U.S. imports — the lowest in four years — importers are pushing toward diversification, favoring Southeast Asian countries. over May, indicating a shift in sourcing strategies. days, respectively.

Los Angeles 115

Los Angeles Sourcing Strategies Long Beach Cost Reduction Strategies 115

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A panel session joined by: Serene Keng, Head of Channel, ASEAN+Korea at Proofpoint Inc. Tony Lugg, Founding Member, Supply Chain Innovation Network at KATALYST. Darwin Thio, Managing Partner at SRS Advisory Pte Ltd and SRS Cybernetics Pte Ltd.

Vietnam 130

Vietnam Security Innovation Supply Chain 130

Freight Waves

JUNE 14, 2025

Vietnam has been a distant second post-pandemic, representing roughly 8%. Increased orders from countries like Vietnam and India helped fill the gap, but only offset about 10% of the lost volume. -bound container imports, typically around 40%. Note that these figures reflect container volumes, not trade dollar values.

Supply and Demand 95

Supply and Demand Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Vietnam 95

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A panel session joined by: Dr Renard Siew, Climate Change Advisor at Centre for Governance and Political Studies. Francis Xaviour Joe, General Manager at Accuvio Asia. Raul Samaniego, Director of Supply Chain ASEAN at AJE Group. and moderated by Stephanie Krishnan, Research Director at IDC Manufacturing Insights Asia Pacific.

Vietnam 130

Vietnam Asia Supply Chain Sustainability 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A panel session joined by: Bipin Balakrishnan, Partner – Tax at KPMG. Nguyen Duy Hong, Deputy CEO at Smartlog Supply Chain Solutions Corporation. Russell G Scoular, Chairman at Chatto Creek Advisory Pty Ltd. and moderated by Joe Lombardo, Business Consultant – Enterprise Supply Chains and Transformational Programs at ESP Consult.

Vietnam 130

Vietnam Supply Chain Supply and Demand 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A keynote speech by Stephanie Krishnan, Research Director at IDC Manufacturing Insights Asia/Pacific.

Vietnam 130

Vietnam Asia Supply Chain Research 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A presentation by Royston Phua, Senior Advisor – Vertical Marketing Strategy – Asia Pacific Supply Chains at Zebra Technologies Asia Pacific.

Vietnam 130

Vietnam Asia Meeting Supply Chain Strategy 130

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 8, 2024

Surprisingly, most of the goods seized did not originate in China but rather in Malaysia and Vietnam. In the case of Vietnam, it was more likely they were making apparel with cotton grown or processed into fabric in Xinjiang.

China 296

China Malaysia Apparel Vietnam 296

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2014

For example, we produce in Vietnam and China. Vietnam is a low-cost market to produce products. Our factory is efficient; yet, it costs us more to manufacture the product in Vietnam because of a lack of local raw materials – compared to manufacturing it in the US, shipping it, and paying duties on a landed basis.

Case Study 282

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A presentation by Dr Jonas Block, Head of Artificial Intelligence Development at IPwe.

Vietnam 130

Vietnam How To Global Supply Chain 130

Cathy Roberson

JUNE 25, 2025

According to FedEx, this route enables more efficient capture of volume from countries such as Vietnam, reflecting a broader strategy of targeting emerging trade flows from Asia to Europe and Latin America. As sourcing demand shifts to Southeast Asia, FedEx launched a direct flight from Singapore to the US.

Sourcing Strategies 64

Sourcing Strategies Vietnam Asia China 64

EFT

JUNE 26, 2025

The research notes that noticeably expanding trading relations are between businesses based in: Malaysia (61%) and Vietnam (52%) with China; India (54%) and the United States (51%) with Europe; and the United Kingdom (46%) and India (62%) with the United States.

Cost Reduction Strategies 65

Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Manufacturing Procurement 65

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

2024 Typhoon Season has Caused Billions in Agricultural Losses This year’s typhoon season has been particularly disruptive, severely affecting port operations and shipping across the western Pacific, with significant storms such as Gaemi, Ampil, Shanshan, Yagi, and Bebinka impacting Taiwan, China, Japan, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Supply Chain Planning Software 284

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 14, 2021

LogiSYM—Vietnam Digital 2020 Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine. In this edition we have several news updates, interesting & enlightening articles and contributions on people & management – topics which are most crucial to the development of the Supply Chain Industry across regions as well as globally.

Vietnam 29

Vietnam Supply Chain Supply and Demand Global 29

Logistics Middle East

JANUARY 2, 2022

The stringent measures imposed by Chinese authorities have severely disrupted the trade flow between the two neighbours, especially after several factory closures across Vietnam due to the surge in COVID-19 cases.

Vietnam 52

Vietnam China Supply Chain Supply and Demand 52

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 14, 2020

A panel session joined by: Joe Lombardo, Business Consultant – Enterprise Supply Chains & Transformational Programs at ESP Consult. Ganesh Krishnamurthy, Customer Supply Chain Lead, Asia Cluster at GSK Pharmaceuticals. Kyle Hegarty, author of ‘The Accidental Business Nomad’ at Business Nomad.

Pharmaceutical 130

Pharmaceutical Vietnam Asia Supply Chain 130

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2023

South and east Asia, as well as the Pacific region are expected to benefit most from the change, with India, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia receiving particular mentions, followed by rivals in Latin America. Almost 75% expected supply chain restructuring to negatively impact China’s economy much more than any other country.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 282

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Exiger Perspectives

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

According to the US Geological Survey, other leading producers of tungsten include Vietnam, Russia, Bolivia, and Rwanda. In December 2024, the United States imposed 25% tariff on certain tungsten imports from China, encouraging U.S. importers to find alternative suppliers.

China 105

China Purchasing Skills Alloy Supply Chain Software 105

Freightos

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A super typhoon wreaked havoc on northern Vietnam over the weekend and caused heavy rains across southern China. The ILA has opposed government intervention, and has said that if forced back to work, union members would deliberately slow down operations anyway.

Negotiating Skills 263

Negotiating Skills Asia Europe Price Reduction 263

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 14, 2021

LogiSYM—Vietnam Digital 2020 – LogiSYM December/January 2021. Supply Chain Risk Management: Risks of Relocating a Business ‘China to Vietnam’ From soba to udon—Are the noodles in the FTA bowl getting too thick? MORE FROM THIS EDITION. Digitisation: Shifting Gears in 2021.

Supply Chain Design Software 244

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All Things Supply Chain

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Apple consider transfer of iPhone production to India or Vietnam after protests in China Apple are reportedly considering moving the means of production of the iPhone amid the workers’ continued…

Vietnam 98

Vietnam India China Supply Chain 98

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2023

In percentage terms, Vietnam’s exports grew the most. Xeneta’s data analysis shows that containerized imports from the far east to the US increased substantially from 2017 to 2022. However, China and Singapore’ growth was the lowest among far east countries exporting to the US.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 284

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 13, 2020

A presentation by Dr Justin Goldston, Professor of Project and Supply Chain Management at Penn State University.

Vietnam 26

Vietnam Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Supply and Demand 26

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

companies to import more from countries including India, Thailand and Vietnam. The shift illustrates how the rising cost of importing from China and escalating political tensions between Washington and Beijing are encouraging large U.S. Schneider National says it’s the first major carrier to rack up 1 million miles (1.6

Logistics Network Optimization Software 301

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Exiger Perspectives

JANUARY 17, 2025

Thirty-six percent of the shipments were shipped by entitles based in Vietnam. The top three shipper industries are: 1) Textiles, Apparel, and Luxury Goods; 2) Electronic Equipment, Instruments, and Components; and 3) Metals and Mining.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Vietnam Apparel Analytics Software 52

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 14, 2025

Unlike our American counterparts, our “near” neighbors are actually some of the world’s manufacturing powerhouses – I’m talking about countries like China, Vietnam, and Indonesia. This means that what Americans consider offshoring is actually nearshoring for us.

Cost Reduction Strategies 75

Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Transportation Material Savings 75

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

In Asia, Vietnam and Bangladesh are more important sourcing locations. VF had committed itself to largely selling goods to consumers in the same region they are manufactured in. China, for example, only produces 14% of their total units, only 3% of those units end up being exported to the United States and 2% to EMEA.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 274

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 25, 2020

With trade wars and tariffs pinching operational profitability, manufacturers are looking at alternative locales like VietNam, India and, Mexico. The survey shows that a full third of companies with global supply chains intend to move their sourcing and manufacturing activities out of China in the next few years.

Manufacturing Procurement 142

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Gartner Supply Chain Network Software 142

TransAudit

APRIL 17, 2025

How Global Shippers Are Responding Proactive Strategies Supply Chain Teams Are Using To minimize exposure and cost, companies are adapting with agility: Dynamic sourcing : Shifting suppliers to countries like Mexico, India, or Vietnam to reduce tariff exposure.

Supply Chain Planning Software 70

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Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

While prices to Long Beach from both Shanghai and Vietnams Saigon Port increased more than 40% between the time of the reciprocal tariff announcement on April 2nd and their start date on April 9th, since then Shanghai – Long Beach rates have fallen more than 30% while prices out of Saigon have remained at their elevated level.

Asia 177

Asia China Negotiating Skills Demand Planning Software 177

Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 28, 2024

sourcing from China, with a correspondingly rise in import share from low-wage locations, chiefly Vietnam, and regional trade areas, particularly Mexico.” Not only have countries such Vietnam benefitted from a lost cost and market access perspective, but India has also as well. This shift is marked by a decline in direct U.S.

Predictive Analytics Software 59

Predictive Analytics Software Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies Agile and Lean Supply Chain 59

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 20, 2020

William currently resides and operates from Hong Kong, Singapore and Vietnam. He works strategically with Entrepreneurs and C-Suite executives in leadership, management, money and people to achieve excellence in performance and results. MORE FROM THIS EDITION. LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – July 2020.

Ghana 162

Ghana Agile and Lean Supply Chain Vietnam Singapore 162

BlueYonder

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

What’s going on in Vietnam? Before July, COVID-19 wasn’t widespread in Vietnam, but since then, over 10,000 cases have been identified. Now that some level of travel has returned, the supply simply can’t meet the demand. Find out more in our recent blog post The Case of the Missing Airport Snacks. .

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Vietnam Supply and Demand Brazil 98

Logility

MAY 12, 2021

For example, a garment produced in Vietnam of fabric knit in China is covered by the WRO, if the cotton was picked in XUAR. Here are the key points: The WRO is not limited to cotton and tomato products produced in the XUAR; it also covers products made in other parts of China and third countries using inputs from the XUAR.

Supply Chain Planning Software 186

Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Scenario Planning Supply Chain Network Software 186

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

As part of the launch of its hotly anticipated iPhone 14, it has ramped up its production output in India and Vietnam as an alternative to China, with Foxconn, the manufacturer of Apple’s iPhones, announcing plans for creating 10 to 12 facilities in India.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 246

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software 246

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

In appreciation of your support and in celebration of this milestone, we donated: Fresh, clean water to 30,000 people in Ethiopia; Meals to 3,000 children in crisis in Vietnam; Education to 300 children in Indonesia about Rainforest Conservation; and. We hit 30,000 subscribers last week! Eyecare treatment for 30 children in Tanzania.

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