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How Hong Kong is positioning itself as Asia’s ecommerce logistics hub
New investments in logistics infrastructure are strengthening Hong Kong’s status as a regional hub and supporting recent growth in intra-Asian trade.
Container shipping: Keep Calm and Carry On
Container shipping markets have stabilized, for now at least. But change is coming, not least because the alliance system is being remade.
Ocean freight rates stabilizing at high levels
Even as port congestions ease, shippers need to stay prepared for a complicated peak shipping season outlook.
The dollars, dynamics, and human touch behind nearshoring
In the global landscape of nearshoring, economic advantages intersect with social imperatives.
From visibility to foresight: the technology bolstering supply chain resilience
AI, IoT sensors, and digital twins are helping supply chains detect disruptions earlier and build resilience across complex global networks.
China’s secret weapon in the trade war
Tariffs aside, China has been quietly imposing barriers that restrict trade and protect its domestic industries.
Covid-19: What companies can do to mitigate supply chain disruptions
In dealing with the Covid-19 outbreak, many countries have resorted to restrictions that could potentially upend companies’ supply chains.
Post-Brexit: What next for UK-China trade ties?
The ‘golden decade’ of Sino–British relations may be over, but the UK has good reasons to keep up its trade links with China, especially after Brexit.
Demand for air freight grows as rates remain elevated
Shippers and businesses need to plan ahead to better manage their costs in the months to come.
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.
Travel revival is fueling economic recovery and reshaping supply chains in Asia
By understanding the resilience of people flows across the region, companies can better understand shifts in the business landscape.
How micro-fulfillment can help companies win big markets
Where speed meets satisfaction in the retail revolution, micro-fulfillment plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of commerce and last-mile delivery.
The 5 key trends shaping online shopping
New DHL research uncovers what makes today’s online shoppers click ‘buy now’ – and how e-retailers can stay ahead in a changing market.