Despite rapid advancements in logistics technology, a surprising reality remains—75 percent of shippers still rely on Excel spreadsheets and manual processes for freight procurement. In an era where digitalisation is transforming every sector, why is air cargo procurement still lagging behind? The logistics sector is under constant pressure to optimise costs and improve efficiency, yet […]
One common observation in the cargo industry is that it’s often perceived to be years behind the passenger side in terms of digital adoption. This, therefore, creates an opportunity to draw lessons from the passenger sector’s embrace of digital tools, from online marketplaces to advanced revenue management systems, and apply them to cargo. “From my […]
With over 50 countries, a range of regional partnerships, and diverse economies, the African airfreight market is highly dynamic, with a variety of trade lanes and growth patterns. Nine of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies are currently in Africa, including Kenya, host to 2025’s air cargo Africa conference. These nations are not only growing rapidly […]
With a laser-sharp focus on innovation, automation, and efficiency, AGI is looking to redefine industry standards through the use of cutting-edge technology. From paperless cargo handling to AI-driven safety systems, AGI is showcasing how the future of logistics is not just digital but intelligent. A legacy of excellence Founded in 1988, AGI has grown into […]
In today’s interconnected global economy, rapidly changing legislation in response to political and socio-economic shifts presents businesses with an increasingly complex landscape of customs regulations, tariffs, and trade compliance requirements. Efficiently navigating these challenges is essential for companies aiming to minimise delays and reduce costs in their international supply chains. The importance of regular ‘health […]
With globalisation on the rise, connectivity has become a critical factor in ensuring operations run smoothly as markets develop, strengthening regional operations to effectively address the changing needs of specific markets. “Over the past months and years, we’ve observed a significant increase in the prominence of Asia in the global market. When I took over […]
Justus Klüver-Schlotfeldt is co-founder and CEO of NeX e-Commerce Hub. With years of experience in global trade and international freight forwarding, he is well-known for his talent to read people’s strengths, his positivity and to build successful businesses in the supply chain industry. When he isn’t running NeX, he loves to spend time, travelling with […]
[By Tyler Roney] Jirasak “Boot” Meerit left school before he was a teenager to become a fisher alongside his father. When he started a family, Meerit bought his own boat and set out to catch blue crab and spotted mackerel in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, western Thailand. “There was fierce competition for marine resources […]
As international interest in the Polar regions mount, China and Russian cooperation in the Antarctica has achieved a new milestone. The two countries have begun joint Antarctic drilling, crucial in collecting data to understand the changing Earth’s climate system. This week, a Sino-Russian scientific team carried out a successful geophysical survey on an existing […]
Ethiopia and Somalia are on a path for renewed cooperation after the two sides agreed to end the Somaliland port dispute. Last week, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed toured Mogadishu and held talks with Somalian President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Top on the agenda of the meeting was Horn of Africa security as well as the […]
The Massachusetts Maritime Academy’s (MMA) state-of-the-art training vessel Patriot State made its first port of call on its inaugural Sea Term in San Juan on January 25th. An open house event hosted by TOTE and MMA welcomed nearly 200 students from across the island, along with leaders from across industries, non-profits, and government. Guests […]
After saying the French Riviera did not want large cruise ships, the mayor of Nice who also represents the region agreed to reconsider and provide a compromise to the industry. Like other destinations around the world, the mayor is now proposing daily limits to reduce but not eliminate cruise ship port calls. Mayor Christian Estrosi […]
