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Not so farfetched: When nearshoring becomes mainstream

Companies are bringing supply chains closer to home as a key strategy to build more diversified, flexible supply chains.

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Safety first: Shipping lithium-ion batteries by air

To keep lithium-ion batteries moving through global supply chains, shippers must understand how to safely ship this critical technology.

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From local brand to global sensation: how GENTLEWOMAN became a viral fashion hit

Thai brand GENTLEWOMAN is taking the world of accessible fashion by storm, with quirky cross-industry collaborations and rapid cross-border expansions.

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How perishable goods carriers can benefit from cross-docking

Cross-docking offers a faster, safer, and more cost-effective logistics strategy for managing perishable goods flow through the supply chain.

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Alternative fuels: What does the future hold?

Let’s unpack some options, define some terms, talk about current developments, and see what the experts think has the greatest potential.

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How parcel lockers can contribute to greener logistics

Smart parcel lockers offer a green solution to tackle rising carbon emissions from increasing package deliveries.

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Is the 2023 peak shipping season over already?

Signs suggest that the 2023 ‘peak’ came early this year. All eyes are now on the build-up to the Golden Week holidays in China.

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DHL Ocean Freight Market Update – September 2023

Find out the latest developments of the global ocean freight market in this monthly analysis by DHL Global Forwarding.

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Exporting to China: how to maximize every sales opportunity

Looking to grow your business internationally? Then look no further than China, home of the world’s largest e-commerce market.

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From thin Ice to top Division: South Korea’s thrilling Ice Hockey transformation

Against all odds, South Korea's national ice hockey team is blazing an icy trail to glory.

Covid-19 presented a logistical challenge for an industry off the beaten track.

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Tasmanian salmon farmers find a novel way to get their catch to market

Covid-19 presented a logistical challenge for an industry off the beaten track.

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Tasmanian salmon farmers find a novel way to get their catch to market

Covid-19 presented a logistical challenge for an industry off the beaten track.

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Edge data centers are mushrooming across Southeast Asia: Here’s why

Southeast Asia is turning to smaller data centers to provide the agility to cope with emerging technologies such as AI and IoT.

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Summer sun fails to materialize for air freight

While slow demand is dampening air cargo rates and volumes, there are signs that the bottom of the market has now been reached.

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DHL Air Freight State of the Industry – August 2023

Find out the latest developments of the global air freight market in this monthly analysis by DHL Global Forwarding.

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Tailoring a centralized solution for Bangladesh’s ready-made garment industry

Consolidation and an extensive shipping network are the keys to Bangladesh’s biggest export sector.

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Can a muted peak season for ocean freight be a boon for air cargo recovery?

After a subdued 2023, analysts now expect air cargo volumes to improve later in the year, especially if shipping’s peak season is muted.

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DHL Air Freight State of the Industry – July 2023

Find out the latest developments of the global air freight market in this monthly analysis by DHL Global Forwarding.

Sustainability

Rethinking Climate Solutions: Carbon Offsetting Alone Is Not the Silver Bullet

As nations all over the world work toward net-zero goals, companies should be looking at both carbon insetting and offsetting as critical strategies.

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Container lines consider scrapping strategy as new ship deliveries surge

As the market stabilizes, carriers prioritize different trade routes and gear up on additional blank sailings for July.

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DHL Ocean Freight Market Update – July 2023

Find out the latest developments of the global ocean freight market in this monthly analysis by DHL Global Forwarding.

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Singapore ranks second in global connectedness

According to the DHL Global Connectedness Index 2022, the city-state's rapidly transforming logistics sector is making it a world-leading logistics hub.

Sustainability

Can 69b liters of renewable fuel power a net-zero emissions air freight future?

The industry must overcome challenges associated with the production and cost of carbon-neutral fuel.

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DHL Air Freight State of the Industry – June 2023

Find out the latest developments of the global air freight market in this monthly analysis by DHL Global Forwarding.

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Kenya’s teen mothers empowered by sustainable diaper movement

From making sustainable diapers to learning computer skills, social entrepreneur Violet Ochieng is helping Kibera's single mothers earn their livelihoods.

Vietnam, previously the site of key supply chain bottlenecks, might offer hope to end the chip shortage in the long run.

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Can Vietnam ease the semiconductor chip shortage?

Vietnam, previously the site of key supply chain bottlenecks, might offer hope to end the chip shortage in the long run.

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Can Vietnam ease the semiconductor chip shortage?

Vietnam, previously the site of key supply chain bottlenecks, might offer hope to end the chip shortage in the long run.

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Weather woes put pressure on transpacific route

While the U.S. west coast labor dispute ends, El Niño poses an incoming threat to the vulnerable Panama Canal.

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DHL Ocean Freight Market Update – June 2023

Find out the latest developments of the global ocean freight market in this monthly analysis by DHL Global Forwarding.

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Air cargo sector hoping for ‘Sweet November’ recovery

Mixed signal and opinions, however, are splitting views on how the market will move.

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DHL Air Freight State of the Industry – May 2023

Find out the latest developments of the global air freight market in this monthly analysis by DHL Global Forwarding.

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Why physical books still matter in today’s digital age

Physical books continue to be a necessary resource, especially for underprivileged children and refugees.

Sustainability

Alive 2 Dive is making waves with reef-safe sunscreen

What would it take for you to give up a high-paying, lucrative job? For two avid scuba divers, the urgent fight against climate change put them on the road