In today’s global trade landscape, logistics professionals are under increasing pressure to deliver faster, cheaper, and—most critically—cleaner solutions. Climate change and environmental degradation are no longer distant concerns; they are immediate business challenges. For freight forwarders, this moment represents a major turning point. Sustainability is not just a buzzword—it’s a competitive advantage. Companies that fail…
As the world accelerates its shift toward decarbonization, the European Union has introduced one of the most ambitious climate policies to date: the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). For freight forwarders involved in international trade, this new framework is more than just a distant policy—it has immediate implications for import processes, documentation, and client communication….
“Global logistics is responsible for up to 11% of the world’s carbon emissions but, unlike other industries, it’s been slow to embrace sustainability”. This week, we had the opportunity to have a chat with Mr. David de Picciotto, CEO & Founder of Pledge- a carbon emission visibility platform, for the freight forwarding industry. In this…
Without a data-driven foundation, independent freight forwarders cannot grasp the profound impacts of their actions. Proficient measurement of carbon footprint empowers logistics companies to establish a clear position, comprehend their emissions, and strive for reduction and offsetting goals. This approach also allows them to showcase tangible and transparent achievements. The tactic a freight forwarding company…