Air freight stands out as the fastest, most reliable, and better-serviced mode of transportation when compared to other alternatives. Despite its relatively higher costs, air freight is the preferred choice for critical and high-value shipments, despite the challenges it presents. Some of the challenges air freight forwarders regularly face encompass cargo restrictions, limited processing time,…
For independent freight forwarders, strategic marketing and public relations (PR) initiatives are invaluable tools that can significantly impact their growth and success. Effective marketing helps in creating brand awareness, reaching target audiences, and distinguishing the company in a highly competitive market. PR, on the other hand, builds credibility and trust by fostering positive relationships with…
The formulation of enduring strategies and investments aimed at fostering sustainability is imperative to ensure the continued viability of the air freight industry. While air freight remains a critical player in facilitating global trade, it is essential to acknowledge its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. The air cargo sector contributes 2% to global carbon emissions….
For years, the transportation and logistics industry in Africa has faced the challenge of adapting to the growing population and the dynamic private sector within the continent. However, recent research suggests a significant transformation is imminent, offering extensive benefits for independent freight forwarders and the overall African economy. This transformation is attributed to the African…
Supply Chain Risk Management is the systematic process of recognizing, evaluating, and alleviating risks across the entire supply chain to guarantee its seamless functioning. This encompasses managing risks associated with suppliers, logistics, compliance, and external variables such as geopolitical tensions, natural calamities, or market fluctuations. Successful SCRM strives to reduce disruptions, guarantee continuity, and sustain…
Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) has introduced a noteworthy measure, Administrative Decision No. 2 of 2023, focusing on the transparency of local sea container charges in Dubai. This directive, a product of extensive consultations under the DMA’s formal stakeholder partnership program, signifies a substantial stride in promoting transparency, accountability, and competitiveness within Dubai’s ocean freight shipping…
In the unpredictable world of the container shipping industry, the last few years have been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. From the soaring rates of early 2022 to the rock-bottom prices experienced in 2023, stakeholders are eager to discern what lies ahead in 2024. Will the container liners see a recovery, or are more…
In the ever-evolving landscape of global commerce, it is the air freight industry that propels international trade through its swift and efficient cargo movements. The recent surge in demand for goods, coupled with disruptions in ocean freight during the pandemic, has thrust air cargo into the forefront of the transportation and logistics sector. In this…
At a time when industries across all sectors are striving to adapt to digital advancement, logistics companies worldwide are gradually recognizing the need to embrace digital transformation. The shift towards digitization is now more evident than ever, especially after the pandemic when the industry learnt the lessons from the global supply chain disruption, due to…
Situated in the northeastern region of Spain, Barcelona is evolving into the economic hub of Southern Europe. Nestled along the Mediterranean coast, the city boasts a rich industrial heritage, a diverse economic landscape, and a bustling commercial network. The city’s global economic engagement is propelled by key entities such as its port, airport, the Zona…