In the drive towards a greener planet, the shipping industry finds itself at a crossroads. With sustainability becoming an increasingly pressing concern, carriers are faced with the challenge of transitioning to more environmentally friendly practices while balancing economic viability.
During the International Air Transport Association’s World Cargo Symposium in Hong Kong last week, delegates were informed that although air cargo is often criticised for its environmental and economic impact, the industry’s growth is crucial for a sustainable future.
At this year’s WCS in Hong Kong, delegates discussed the pressing personnel shortage in the logistics industry, particularly focusing on the air cargo sector.
Container hub ports in Northern Europe seem to be handling the arrival of a group of ships from Asia well, despite delays from being rerouted around the African coast.
CMA CGM has received the first vessel from a series of 2,000 TEU feeder vessels, indicating a proactive approach to attracting cargo from trucks and promoting a shift from road to sea transport.
NNR has just hit a significant milestone as the first forwarder to leverage the bonded warehouse at Kumamoto Airport for import and export customs clearance.
To make the world’s food supply stronger and more secure, food shippers and retailers are spearheading initiatives to diversify sourcing locations. Recognising the vulnerabilities associated with concentrated production, industry leaders are championing a shift towards a more robust and diversified approach.
North European container ports are on the brink of a potential capacity shortage in early February as a fleet of alliance vessels from Asia, previously rerouted around Africa, approaches the Channel.
As the Red Sea Crisis persists, we would like to keep you informed about the ongoing developments that may affect…
In a media presentation at its headquarters in Geneva last week, IATA (International Air Transport Association) identified digitalisation, sustainability, safety, and security as focal points for the air cargo sector in the coming year.
