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The Consequences of Supply Chain Constipation

Enterra Insights

Nearly a week ago, a cargo ship — which if it stood on its end would be taller than either the Empire State Building or Eiffel Tower — ran aground in the canal completely blocking the waterway. Some ships are carrying security teams that enable them to pass through the piracy zone. Journalists Peter S.

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Ship Smarter: How to Avoid Bottlenecks in Your Global Operations

ThroughPut

Ship Smarter: How to Avoid Bottlenecks in Your Global Operations. You can’t just turn around a giant cargo ship. And when shipping to volatile countries, it becomes even harder. And when shipping to volatile countries, it becomes even harder. Once cargo has shipped, there are no “backsies.”

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First test run of new expansion to Suez Canal complete

Logistics Middle East

Three cargo ships from US, Denmark and Bahrain successfully transit new Suez Canal ahead of its grand opening in August.

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December 19, 2023 Update

Freightos

In response, the US Department of Defense announced the launch of Operation Prosperity Guardian which will work alongside existing navy assets in the region to address the Houthi threat and will include support from the United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles and Spain. Asia – N. China – N.

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Logistics Execs Split on Outcome of NAFTA Talks

Material Handling & Logistics

The Index, in its ninth year, ranks 50 emerging markets countries by factors that make them attractive to logistics providers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, air cargo carriers and distributors. UAE, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain outpaced all other countries. In the 50 country rankings, Brazil slips two spots to No.

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Ikea warns of product delays after Red Sea attacks

Operations and Supply Chain Management

It has forced a number of companies to re-route cargo around Africa’s Cape of Good Hope, adding days to journeys. But one major shipping firm claimed the disruption will not lead to empty shelves in shops. It has forced a number of companies to re-route cargo around Africa’s Cape of Good Hope, adding days to journeys.

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