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Industry bodies call for digitalisation to be accelerated in maritime sector

Shipping and Freight Resource

These bodies have called on regulatory bodies and the broader shipping, logistics, trade and supply chain industry to realise, acknowledge and recognise the benefits of using digital technologies in various ports around the world. PROTECT Group. have launched a call to action to achieve several objectives on priority.

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Difference between Maritime, Shipping, Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain

Shipping and Freight Resource

To the uninitiated (which included me at one stage), these industries are same or similar and it might come across that there is no difference between Maritime, Shipping, Freight, Logistics, Supply Chain and Trade. Maritime Industry. Trade is the reason all above businesses from 1-5 exist. An estimated 89.5%

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INTTRA urges industry-led standards for containers and logistics

Supply Chain and Logistics

Lee Hong Liang has written an interesting article about the call for standards in maritime documentation. The desires of maritime operators to work as local optimizers has hurt … Continue reading → To my view, it’s no doubt needed badly, and has been for years.

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Insights and Expectations for the Shipping Industry in 2024

MTS Logistics

As we approach the conclusion of 2023, the maritime shipping industry faces challenges that have impacted ocean carriers with declined profits and increased price-driven competition. However, here is my take in terms of what to expect for ocean shipping and in the broader shipping industry.

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State of the Labor Market in the Shipping Industry

MTS Logistics

As discussed by many on More Than Shipping in recent weeks, demand in the global shipping industry has fallen to pre-pandemic levels. But it doesn’t fix the problems that the industry uncovered throughout the pandemic, nor provide job security for those who have been over worked in congested ports since 2020.

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Freight Forwarding: Breaking Down The Process

Dedola Global Logistics

While the task of transporting goods from one place to another can seem daunting and costly, the right strategy can turn this challenge into a smooth operation that boosts your business performance. They manage everything from planning to paperwork, ensuring the global supply chain operates seamlessly.

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Navigating a Lost Bill of Lading (BOL) with Courier Companies in International Trade

MTS Logistics

The global shipping industry heavily relies on accurate and timely documentation, such as the Bill of Lading (BOL), to transport an astounding 11 billion tons of cargo annually. However, supply chain disruptions caused by document delays or loss can have severe financial consequences for businesses. million per event.