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Freightos is going public…and how we got here

Freightos

In retrospect I’m pleased that I was blissfully ignorant of the fact that it would take so many years for even a single cargo airline, or container ocean liner, to provide an API (that is digital computer to computer connection) for instant rates, capacity, and electronic bookings.

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Interoceanic Passages

Abivin

Israel experienced problems as a result, as Israeli ships were not allowed to pass through the canal. In 1956, Israel, France, and Britain invaded Egypt as a result. However, as tensions between Israel and the surrounding Arab countries grew in the 1960s, geopolitical issues persisted. billion tons of cargo (as of 2020).

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24 supply chain experts & business leaders reveal the #1 challenge of supply chain management (and how to solve it)

6 River Systems

“They have multi-sourced key commodities or strategic components to reduce their reliance on any one supplier, and they had considered inventory strategy to buffer against supply chain disruption.” These risks come from a variety of sources, such as demands from the customers, a swinging political agenda and global sourcing.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

FedEx plans to test autonomous drone cargo delivery with Elroy Air. Air Canada wants more cargo jets 3 months after launching service. FedEx also plans to test autonomous drone cargo delivery, partnering with Elroy Air. Israel Aircraft Industries is remodeling older Air Canada passenger jets to carry heavy freight.

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Top 25 3PL warehousing companies in 2020 (by revenue)

6 River Systems

Revenue data is sourced from the companies’ websites and market research platforms such as Macrotrends. It started in 1969 as DHL Air Cargo, and by the late 1970s, the company had expanded its operations and offered services throughout the world. Read on to learn more about the top revenue-earning 3PL warehousing companies in 2020.

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Top 8 Industries Affected by The Red Sea Crisis in January 2024

Resilinc

This response is driven by ongoing threats to crew and cargo safety, necessitating the rerouting of ships around the Cape of Good Hope, resulting in substantial delays and escalated shipping costs. East Coast ports, even though most cargo from Asia to the East Coast typically travels across the Pacific and through the Panama Canal.

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High Seas Troubles Affect Global Supply Chains, Part One: Security Risks

Enterra Insights

” Houthi Red Sea Attacks The crisis in the Red Sea was set off by the Israel-Gaza conflict and when Houthi terrorists claimed the attacks were being made in support of Gaza residents. What alternative sources of supply are available for the essential resources? In an attempt to decrease tensions in the Red Sea, the U.S.