A corporate trip with your industry peers can offer a splendid opportunity to enjoy a lovely day out while building strong bonds and lasting friendships with your partners. Even in the era of Zoom calls and online meetings, business trips have made a comeback since the last few years were not conducive for face-to-face corporate…
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Transportation and logistics news to watch out for at the start of the year
As we welcome the new year, it is a good time to glance through some of the top transportation and logistics news that have a bearing on the international supply chain. This post will help you start the year with a precise idea about some of the most important logistics news from across the world….
Benefits of fleet management systems for the road freight industry
Fleet management has become one of the most popular digital trends for companies of all sizes. Starting from small and mid-sized retailers with a couple of vans to big freight forwarding companies with thousands of trucks making national and international deliveries, the use of fleet management systems has become imperative when it comes to maximizing…
How to become an online freight forwarder
Even a few years back, the freight forwarders’ sole responsibility was to organize and oversee the transportation of cargo. They traditionally acted as agents of the carriers or as shipping agents. The success of a logistics company depended on its experience, industry knowledge, international network, and ability to mitigate crisis situations. Their role was to…
The fall in air cargo demand in the last quarter of 2022
Although the winter peak shipping season has arrived, the air freight industry is facing a reduced demand because of several factors without any possibility of a quick turnaround. International demand for air freight measured in cargo tonne-kilometres fell by 10.6% compared to last year. In today’s post, we have provided you with a brief report…
A brief guide to smart ports and the challenges facing them
Digitization has greatly influenced every sector of the container shipping industry and naturally, the major seaports around the world have started automating their operations and transforming themselves into smart ports. Simply put, smart ports apply digital technology to boost their competitiveness and integrate with contemporary tech platforms. Smart ports are helping to facilitate a global…
How packaging optimization can benefit the freight forwarding companies
The process of packing the cargo is a vital stage of the supply chain process that is carried out by the freight forwarding companies or the fulfillment centers. Proper packing ensures that the cargo reaches its consignee in its intact condition and optimizing the packaging process has several benefits for the entire supply chain. In…
How the launch of 5G will revolutionize the transportation and logistics industry
With the introduction of 5G mobile broadband in various cities around the globe, the transportation and logistics industry is all set to enhance its operational efficiency. 5G network will majorly boost the IoT (Internet of Things) communications while allowing for faster data speed, lower latency, and enhanced slicing. Moreover, with 5G the shipping process from…
Decarbonization Endeavours of the Container Shipping Industry
The container shipping industry which forms the backbone of the global economy is undergoing a significant change to cut down on its greenhouse gas emissions. Back in 2018, UN Maritime Organization set a target to reduce carbon emissions by at least half in the next 30 years. Decarbonization has become a top priority of global…
Lead generation and client acquisition strategies for freight forwarding companies
Lead generation and lead nurturing are very important strategies that can help small and mid-sized freight forwarding companies grow the scale of their operations. A lead can be defined as any person who shows interest in your service. However, generating leads for your freight forwarding company is not enough to gain you new clients. As…