Previously we reported that Maersk Line revealed plans that the fire-stricken Maersk Honam will be resurrected in South Korea.. According to Maersk, a 228.5m long sound section of the ship, from mid-ship to stern, was transported from Dubai Drydocks to South Korea on the Xin Guan Hua a heavy lift vessel operated by Cosco specialising in such movements.. This …
Shipping lines seem to be strengthening their position in the market with growth strategies based on the acquisition of logistics service providers.. Close on the heels of CMA-CGM’s acquisition of a major stake in CEVA Logistics, another shipping major has announced the acquisition of a customs brokerage firm.. Maersk announced the acquisition of Vandegrift Inc., a …
2018 was a catalyst for technological innovation in the trade and receivables space, which in turn, has helped enhance and facilitate global trade.. For banks, corporates and SMEs involved in complex supply chains, building innovative technologies and allowing interoperability between different parties will continue to be a force for good in terms of trade.. TFG …
The world of shipping and freight is very dynamic and several changes may happen during the course of a shipment.. Destinations can change, cargo routing can change, cargo release parties can change and even important documents such as a Bill of Lading may be subjected to changes.. Some may be simple amendments, but in some …
HOW TO SECURE AND AUTOMATE YOUR NETWORK IN THE NEW BIG DATA ERA Digitalisation is re-shaping the business world and is increasingly important for competitive edge. Transformational concepts, together with the evolution and development of new platforms, are providing unparalleled opportunities within shipping and the related transport and supply chain infrastructure. If Industry 4.0 is …
If you are just about to sign a bill of lading or you already are a bill of lading signatory in your organisation, then you definitely have to read this.. Before we go to the main part of the article, here is a refresher to those who may still be unclear about the purpose and …
This is the story of two brothers and an autonomous ship (well kind of) named HMS Adventure.. Brothers Ollie (8 yrs) and Harry (6 yrs) are kind of making history as they sail their “fully autonomous” ship HMS Adventure across the oceans.. Ollie Ferguson and his brother Harry Ferguson of Peterhead, Scotland kitted their Playmobil ship with …
Hazardous goods can be defined as materials or items with hazardous properties which if not properly controlled, may present a potential hazard to human and animal health and safety, the environment and infrastructure.. Hazardous goods must be classified, packaged, marked, labelled and packed as per the regulations set out by the IMDG Code by the …
Executive Insights: Portrix Logistic Software’s Global Head of Marketing, Christian Sørensen, on rate volatility, small shippers, and more… Shippers are becoming increasingly active stakeholders in the logistics business, forcing carriers and forwarders to adapt. One area in particular where logistics companies are struggling to meet demand is in visibility. But time is running out. Sørensen …
Shippers are becoming increasingly active stakeholders in the logistics business, forcing carriers and forwarders to adapt. One area in particular where logistics companies are struggling to meet demand is in visibility. But time is running out. Sørensenon explained that the shipping industry is currently “ablaze with talk about digitalization,” and added that many shippers are …