Each year, Sustainable Transport Day reminds us of the urgency to rethink how we move goods and people around the world. As logistics professionals, this day hits close to home. The freight and logistics sector plays a pivotal role in global trade but is also a significant contributor to carbon emissions. In fact, freight transport…
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Month: November 2024
Preparing for Black Friday for Freight Forwarders: Essential Strategies to Tackle the Rush
Black Friday isn’t just the ultimate shopping bonanza for eager consumers—it’s a cornerstone event for the global supply chain, particularly for freight forwarders. As one of the busiest retail events worldwide, Black Friday kicks off a high-stakes holiday shopping season, driving record-breaking sales and placing extraordinary demands on logistics operations. For freight forwarders, this means…
Behind the Scenes of The Cooperative Logistics Network’s Annual Meeting
In the world of logistics, where precision and timing are everything, there is something profoundly powerful about a shared moment, a handshake that transcends borders, and a conversation that leads to more than just the exchange of business cards. For more than 200 independent freight forwarders from all corners of the globe, these moments will…
Understanding DDP Incoterm: Simplifying International Trade with Delivery Duty Paid
Think about the last time you ordered a product from abroad. Maybe it was a beautifully crafted leather bag from Italy or a unique gadget from Japan. You tracked your package eagerly, but when it finally arrived, a surprise awaited—an unexpected customs bill, just to get your hands on your eagerly anticipated purchase. Now, imagine…