The immediate aftermath of Britain’s departure from the European Union has resulted in unprecedented hardships for the transportation and logistics industry in both the UK and the EU. As 2021 has come to an end the full impact of Brexit on transportation and logistics is becoming apparent. As the industry started to recuperate from the effects…
A look at the air freight capacity in the upcoming peak season
As the peak shipping season draws near, the spot rates for Asia to Europe have increased by a whopping 30%. The shutdown of the Yantian Port in the second quarter of this year followed by the Coronavirus outbreak at the Ningbo Port in China witnessed massive disruption and capacity losses. The repercussion of the disruptions…
Disappearing cargo ships in China and how it might affect the container shipping industry
One of the latest concerns of the global container shipping industry is the problem of disappearing Chinese ships. Although it might sound odd, several vessels in Chinese seas recently disappeared from the tracking systems. This has been happening since the Chinese government introduced a new data law. Keep reading today’s blog to learn about the…
A quick look at the top 10 busiest cargo airports in the world
Ever since the container crisis and the hike in ocean freight rates, the transportation and logistics industry has become increasingly dependent on air freight services. As the Christmas season draws near, manufacturers, suppliers, and freight forwarders are trying to get their items moved via air freight. The air freight industry is trying to recover from…
Meeting Follow-up tips to help you strike a deal
The Coop’s 2nd Virtual Meeting that registered a record attendance has been successfully concluded. However, now that the most important part is over, it is time to think of an effective meeting follow-up strategy that will allow you to start working on the upcoming projects. Talking one-to-one with your business partners definitely constitutes the first…
How the advent of smart containers is transforming the container shipping industry
After centuries of dependence on manual processes, the container shipping industry is finally riding the digital wave. Although the freight forwarding industry has been quickly adopting digital trends, one sector that is relatively backward in this regard is the sea freight shipping sector. However, in the past few years, the container shipping sector is resorting…
Kannur International Airport expands flight services and commences cargo operations
Kannur International Airport (KIAL) in Kerala started its operations less than 3 years back, is quickly transforming into an important cargo handling hub in India. It lies 28 km from Kannur town and serves several regions in the districts of Kerala, Karnataka, and Pondicherry, India. Within the first nine months since its opening, this airport…
Everything independent freight forwarders need to know about the AEO Certification
Business owners across all sectors require a form of accreditation that attests to their reliability and authenticity. The AEO or Authorized Economic Operator is one such certification that recognizes the authority and reliability of logistics companies. Receiving this certificate endows independent freight forwarders with a broad spectrum of conveniences and advantages. Keep reading today’s post…
Why the transportation and logistics industry should work on enhanced customer service
The reputation and brand image of a logistics company or any company for that matter are entirely dependent on the customers. Just like any other sector, the transportation and logistics industry is constantly working towards creating a long-term mutually beneficial customer relationship. A sound relationship with the clients is critical for the long-term success of…
How drone delivery will transform the future of logistics industry
Drones or UAVs are the latest addition in the logistics sector that is expected to generate tremendous economic growth in the coming years. Companies like Matternet and Amazon have made it clear that drones will become the future of freight technology. Moreover, the pandemic has increased the demand for contactless deliveries. This is yet another…