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This Week in Logistics News (July 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

-based carrier’s role in Mexico as nearshoring manufacturing trends drive more cross-border trade. Global supply chains are shifting, Mexico’s role in global trade is growing, and Mexican small and medium enterprises and manufacturing sectors are looking for reliable access to the U.S.

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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. A journey from the Suez Canal in Egypt to Rotterdam, in the Netherlands — Europe’s largest port — typically takes about 11 days.

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An Update from Sharm El-Sheikh on Decarbonisation of Transport

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The next step of the ZEV declaration integrates workstreams of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) High Level Action Champions (HLAC) with Automotive Manufacturers and The Climate Group’s EV100 to avoid duplication of effort and to pool resources.

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The Rise of China-Africa Trade: Why Transportation and Logistics Should be Front and Center

BlueYonder

Logistics planners would readily tell you that this is not a surprise; such imbalances are a reality in the cargo industry. Countries such as South Africa, Egypt and Nigeria can lead the way by tackling corruption and introducing faith in their institutions.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Interesting Facts & Financial Breakdown of the Global Logistics Market

GlobalTranz

Since the construction of the pyramids in ancient Egypt, logistics has made remarkable strides. Examples of this fundamental progress include the invention of the sea cargo container and the creation of novel service systems during the 20th century. Outsourcing can alleviate the stress of growth while eliminating supply-chain hangups.

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Turkey Earthquake: Key Industries, Exports, and Sites Impacted

Resilinc

In total 15 countries were affected including Syria (which also declared a state of emergency), Cyprus, Lebanon, Jourdan, Palestine, Egypt, Southern Cyprus, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Georgia, Russia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia. Many steel manufacturers have also suspended operations.

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