Material Handling & Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Provide a forecast of your expected cargo to your shipper’s representative. Taiwan – CNY – February 15-20. With one month worth of orders backed up, factories will first process orders from their preferred partners. . How you can prepare: --Build up sufficient stock, considering a period of up to four weeks after Chinese New Year.

How To 85

How To Indonesia Malaysia Taiwan 85

Freightos

DECEMBER 4, 2015

A quick check showed that shipping the TV from Taiwan to Nashville (ocean & trucking) led to about 6.7 International shipping share of global GHG emissions: 2.5% (cargo ships are 67% of the world’s fleet). kg of carbon emissions. The broader climate issue.and freight’s role.

Freight 120

Freight Cost Reduction Strategies Optimal Sourcing Nashville 120

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

Cargo Owners for Zero Emissions Vessels (coZEV) launched the Roadmap to 2040 which includes the creation of a new maritime freight buyers alliance, a cargo owner policy coalition, and a green corridor advisory board to enable full decarbonisation of ocean freight.

Transportation 130

Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Buyer Training Supply Chain Design Software 130

DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Hanjin's exit strands 89 ships worldwide containing some $14 billion worth of cargo, much of which was headed to the U.S. Shipping containers toppled by strong winds of Typhoon Meranti, in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The ocean freight industry suddenly lost one of the top ten players when Hanjin Shipping Co. filed for bankruptcy on August 31st.

Idaho 70

Idaho Utah Minnesota Wisconsin 70

Kinaxis

JULY 24, 2015

Cambodia, China, Taiwan, India – look at the ‘made in’ labels on your clothing and you’re likely to find these popular clothing manufacturing countries. The supply chain that brought them to you is made up of so much more than just trucks and cargo boxes. It’s made up of people.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Los Angeles 100

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 9, 2020

The order required moving oversized equipment from Shanghai (PVG) to Taiwan (TPE) within a limited time window. Day 4: A total of 23 over-height crates and 14 additional pallets were loaded onto the charter for a direct flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Taiwan (TPE) with our dedicated operational processes to avoid wet damage caused by rain.

Negotiating Skills 44

Negotiating Skills Taiwan Vendor Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software 44

Resilinc

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Geopolitics This year, three major geopolitical conflicts impacted the global supply chain: the Russia-Ukraine war, China-Taiwan tensions, and the Israel-Hamas war. The five key supply chain megatrends we explore are geopolitics, climate change, cyber attacks, ESG (Environment, Social, Governance), and labor issues.

Supply Chain Planning Software 61

Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 61

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 11, 2020

Cargo volumes have dropped by between 5 and 25 percent in the same period at ports in Europe and the United States. Here are some other ways that shipping has been impacted: Around 200 sailings from and to China were cancelled in the period January-February, resulting in a revenue shortfall of at least $1 billion.

Industry 59

Industry Industrial Manufacturing Procurement Pharmaceutical 59

Logistics Bureau

JULY 25, 2022

The agreement, sealed after two months of talks, could provide much-needed reassurance for impoverished countries that rely on Ukrainian or Russian grain—and the operators of some 70 cargo vessels currently under blockade in Ukrainian ports. Agreement Signed, But Can it Hold? Like the Bear, the Tiger Has Teeth.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Ukraine Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design Software 98

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 3, 2022

This index complies a data set of 2 chosen variables for each of the economies of the Eurozone , China , Japan, South Korea , Taiwan, the United Kingdom and the United States. In February, a new Stage I Measure was introduced, which tracks that average period from cargo ready to origin port departure. Federal Bank of New York.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Global 52

All Things Supply Chain

AUGUST 11, 2022

Ukraine requires more ships to relieve grain supply chain Last week provided some relief for global food supply chains as the first ship loaded with grain left a Ukrainian port…

Ukraine 97

Ukraine Supply Chain Food Shipping 97

Freightos

JULY 30, 2024

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis Typhoon Gaemi wreaked havoc in the form of evacuations and deadly mudslides and flooding across the Philippines and Taiwan on Thursday and parts of southeast China into Friday. Prices out of S.

Taiwan 296

Taiwan Asia Europe Price Reduction 296

Freightera

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It is them who actually transfer your cargo from point A to point B using their drivers and assets (trucks, warehouses, etc.). They have a large coverage and offer services in China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Taiwan, Vietnam, Bangladesh, South Korea, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. The full green circle: Yes or Complete.

Freight 26

Freight Negotiating Skills Sri Lanka Logistics Network Optimization Software 26

Freightera

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It is them who actually transfer your cargo from point A to point B using their drivers and assets (trucks, warehouses, etc.). They have a large coverage and offer services in China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Taiwan, Vietnam, Bangladesh, South Korea, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. The full green circle: Yes or Complete.

Freight 26

Freight Negotiating Skills Sri Lanka Logistics Network Optimization Software 26

6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

In 2017, the company gained bonded status for its Bajio Logistics Center in Mexico, enabling customers to store cargo securely without immediately paying duty and taxes. In August, Yusen Logistics acquired the ecommerce delivery and fulfillment company, ILG, and launched an express service for air cargo in Guangzhou, China.

Supply Chain Design Software 45

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Logistics Network Optimization Software 45

Resilinc

APRIL 8, 2024

magnitude earthquake in Taiwan, as well as current port closures and supply chain challenges. magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan. The quake was the biggest earthquake to hit Taiwan in 25 years. Following the earthquake, tsunami warnings were sent out in Taiwan, Japan, and The Philippines, but have since been lifted.

Taiwan 94

Taiwan Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain 94

Freight Plus

JUNE 24, 2021

Another paid over $17,000 to get the same size container from Taiwan to New York. Congestion issues, elevated cargo rolls, severe equipment shortages and overall delays are not going anywhere anytime soon. . • One shipper had to pay $14,000 for a 40’ container shipping from China to the US West Coast. Key Takeaways.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Taiwan Freight New York 52

Freightos

JULY 23, 2024

Congestion at major Asian container hubs is not as bad as a few weeks ago, but is still a factor tying up capacity and causing delays, including some redistribution of vessels – and congestion – to other ports in the region, now including Taiwan. Freight news travels faster than cargo Get industry-leading insights in your inbox.

North America 313

North America Asia Europe Yemen 313

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2013

Robinson Strengthens Anti-Cargo Theft Strategy. Robinson announced that it has enhanced its anti-cargo theft strategy “by joining CargoNet® to provide customers with a proactive approach to strengthening security around sensitive and high value product freight.” Manhattan Associates Brings Omni-Channel to the Call Center.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 155

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Vendor Strategies 155

CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 14, 2019

Accordingly, significant volumes of ocean cargo shifted to earlier sailings than normal, disrupting typical volume trends in the third and fourth quarters of 2018. In fact, there were some instances where vessels had to unload cargo in Panama to get through the canal. And, total imports on trade were up 1.4% during this period.

Forecasting 34

Forecasting Panama South Korea United States 34

Resilinc

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Following the recent attacks launched by Yemen’s Houthi group on cargo ships in the Bab al Mandeb Strait at the southern end of the Red Sea, several major global shipping and oil companies – including Maersk and British Petroleum (BP) – have suspended shipments and halted operations in the area.

Supply Chain Planning Software 61

Supply Chain Planning Software Shipping Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 61

Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

China and Taiwan Region As we pen this posting Typhoon Saola is barreling towards the Hong Kong and China ’s southern Guangdong province coastal area with winds of more than 125 miles per hour and predictions of a ten foot sea surge. Thus far hundreds of flights in the region have been cancelled, stranding passengers and air cargo.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain South Carolina 52

Resilinc

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This force majeure is likely due to the inability to load or discharge steel and scrap cargo caused by the lack of manpower and support infrastructure at the port of Iskenderun. The port handles cargo including fertilizer, corn, wheat, bran, soybeans, as well as pipes and iron. BP Azerbaijan, the Azeri unit of BP Plc.,

Turkey 62

Turkey Azerbaijan Cyprus Industry 62

Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

A further factor was that air cargo rates are now down upwards of 80 percent because of lower volumes and excess capacity among carriers and commercial airlines. The carrier’s Asia based operations have a concentrated focus on moving goods from manufacturing hubs in China , Taiwan or Singapore.

Cost Reduction Strategies 59

Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction Sourcing Strategies 59

Abivin

DECEMBER 5, 2022

It is standard procedure to unload some Mediterranean-bound ships and use the Sumed pipeline to move the excess cargo. billion tons of cargo (as of 2020). The majority of the transported cargo is made up of containers, grains, and petroleum. meters in 2008 as opposed to 22.5 meters in 2001. More than 1.14

Panama 52

Panama Egypt Asia United States 52

Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In the South China Sea, Beijing has asserted sovereign control over parts that have long been international waters, while its push to reunite Taiwan with the mainland raises questions about future transit through the Taiwan Strait.” ” The Taiwan Strait is another area of contention. That’s Illegal. 6] Lolita C.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Security Supply Chain Software Global 130

Freightos

APRIL 16, 2025

Freightos Terminal data shows that container rates from China, Taiwan and Vietnam to the Long Beach all climbed sharply following the April 2nd tariff announcements possibly reflecting the rush to load goods by April 9th when the reciprocal tariffs went into effect.

Negotiating Skills 156

Negotiating Skills Asia China Taiwan 156

Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Beattie writes, “Despite the popular image of cargo ships being huge carbon emitters, transport is generally a pretty small share of the carbon footprint for traded goods.” If tensions over Russia — or Taiwan — escalate, that threat will become acute. ” • Global transportation remains vital.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Resource Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 130

Freightos

APRIL 16, 2025

Interestingly, while rates from China have declined, prices from Taiwan and Vietnam have remained elevatedlikely reflecting importers’ rapid pivot to alternative sourcing markets. Cash Flow Crunch Cash flow is always top of mind for small business, especially importers who have to front payments for their cost of goods.

Price Reduction 156

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Long Beach 156

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 13, 2025

Even if the traffic along the Suez Canal route returns to full throttle in 2025, this shift would cause weeklong processing delays, container backlogs, and a spike in congestion at many European seaports due to the sudden increase in cargo volume. In Asia-Pacific, China believes Taiwan rightfully belongs to them.

Pharmaceutical 290

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Manufacturing Procurement 290

American Global Logistics

JANUARY 30, 2025

SUBSTITUTED SERVICE (ALTERNATE PORT SERVICE) This provision shall govern the transfer of cargo by trucking or other means of transportation at the expense of the Carrier. Rates that are ramp or CY at origin apply from the inland rail carriers ramp at the place of receipt of the cargo by Carrier. Dangerous/Hazardous Cargo, N.O.S.,

Cargo 52

Cargo Negotiating Skills Expense Reduction United States 52

Freightos

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Carriers will be hoping some continued congestion in Hamburg , 2-3 day waits in Taiwan ports, Shanghai and Ningbo due to last weekend’s typhoon , and an increase in blanked sailings may support this rate hike even as demand eases post-peak season. In air cargo, China – N. America rates of around $7.00/kg

Asia 156

Asia Europe Demand Planning Software Freight 156

Freightos

APRIL 3, 2025

This trend was apparent in the increases in US trade with Mexico and Canada, and with alternatives in Asia like Vietnam, India, Taiwan and Bangladesh at the expense of Chinese imports to the US which declined from 20% of total US imports in 2018 to 13% in 2024. If things do play out this way, the freight market will suffer too.

Freight 276

Freight Manufacturing Procurement Mexico China 276