Due to ongoing security risks in the Red Sea region, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have opted to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope, abandoning the Suez Canal. This decision aims to ensure the safety of crew and cargo while optimizing the stability and reliability of the supply chain.
The China-Europe Railway Express promotes trade between Jilin Province and Europe, with 4,510 TEUs of goods transported in the first seven months, accounting for 67.79%. The service is continuously optimizing the sea-rail intermodal transportation.
This article explores the unreliability of the shipping industry and its impact on the supply chain. It identifies key strategies for reducing transportation costs and risks, including the use of data, collaboration, and clear expectations, while emphasizing the importance of supply chain resilience.
Charter transportation serves as an effective means of air logistics, offering cost-effective and efficient options for bulk cargo through flexible full and partial charters. However, it also faces challenges such as market price fluctuations and policy restrictions.
SF Express has achieved deep integration with China Southern Airlines' logistics system, driving the digital transformation of air cargo. The new system facilitates information sharing and full-process integration, enhancing flow efficiency, optimizing delivery processes, supporting environmental protection, and showcasing a leading role in the industry.
In Q1 2025, the freight market appears stable on the surface but is hiding underlying uncertainties, with weak demand and limited supply. Although short-term demand has risen, the ongoing decline reflects shippers' lack of confidence in the market. The overall industry is in a state of adjustment but is facing greater tension, making flexible operational models increasingly important.
The logistics industry in Linyi has recently experienced frequent incidents of businesses absconding, leaving merchants in a situation with no means of recourse and exacerbating the trust crisis within the industry. The root cause lies in the cash on delivery system, which, while providing security for merchants, has led to negative public perceptions due to these absconding cases. To restore credibility in the industry, it is urgently required to engage in deep reflection and rectification to establish trust mechanisms and promote sustainable development.
Xiamen Port, Tianjin Port, and Zhonggu Shipping have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to enhance cooperation between northern and southern ports and promote the development of a trillion-yuan modern logistics industry. The three parties will focus on expanding sea-rail intermodal transport, supply chain markets, and various cooperative fields, facilitating regional economic complementarity and trade exchange.
The demand for air transport from Taiwan to mainland China is significantly increasing. Direct flights and transshipment are the primary methods, with a diverse range of goods being transported. Air transport offers advantages in terms of speed and capacity, but at a higher cost. Deepening cooperation is the future direction for cross-strait air transport, aiming to optimize efficiency and reduce costs, fostering stronger economic ties between Taiwan and mainland China. The focus is on streamlining processes and exploring innovative solutions to meet the growing demand.
Cold chain logistics ensures that perishable goods are handled, stored, and transported under suitable conditions, with applications in various fields such as food and pharmaceuticals.
