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Awaiting the “bull-whip”: all eyes are on post-lockdown demand

A rebound is expected, but uncertainty about the scale of pent-up export demand from China could be crucial for global supply chains in the coming weeks.

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Expect more improvements in air freight toward second half of 2023

Despite softening rates, China’s re-opening and potential export increase could turn the situation around.

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Delivering fresh approaches for supply chain growth with reefer logistics

Carriers are increasingly adopting reefer containers as key supply chain tools to export perishable goods across greater distances.

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The data center dilemma: Balancing demand, energy, and environmental impact

Setting up an edge data center may have become increasingly difficult, but here is how you can overcome the obstacles.

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What is an agile supply chain and why does it matter?

Explore the full benefits of supply chain agility for e-commerce, and strategies for your business to follow.

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Asia Pacific emerges as a pillar of global trade resilience

New DHL research reveals that Asia Pacific is poised to strengthen its position as a pivotal region driving global trade growth.

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3 tips for Japanese SMEs dreaming big

There’s still more room for SMEs in Japan to grow by leveraging on e-commerce, manufacturing regionally, and expanding into new services.

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New high-speed railway puts Laos on track to boost regional trade

The rail network will place Laos as a land-linked hub, connecting China to more regions with viable alternatives from ocean and air options.

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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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How Industry 4.0 technologies are powering the nearshoring trend worldwide

Nearshoring first gained ground as a way to mitigate disruptions caused by the pandemic and trade tensions. Now technology is driving a long-term shift.