Every Stop a Shipping Container Makes from China to Chicago
Every Stop a Shipping Container Makes from China to Chicago The global pandemic triggered sky-high spending on manufactured goods. This increased spending created a huge bottleneck in the supply chain that could last for years. WIRED takes a look at the journey of a single shipping container; and with the help of supply chain analyst […]
77 days working on a container ship
77 days working on a container ship In an extraordinary adventure that bridges the end of 2019 and the dawn of 2020, Joe embarked on a 77-day journey unlike any other. Swapping the comforts of his day-to-day life for the raw reality of the high seas, he joined the crew of a container ship in […]
Re-envisioning the Supply Chain: Women at the Helm
Re-envisioning the Supply Chain: Women at the Helm Parisa Sadrzadeh, SVP for SMB Product and Tech at Flexport, humorously but aptly claims that this is the “most appealing job on the planet.” For aspiring women leaders intrigued by the profiles of successful CEOs, Sadrzadeh advises a thorough examination of their career trajectories, which often include […]
A Deep Dive Into The World’s 5 Busiest Shipping Routes: The Lifeblood of Global Trade
In a globalized world, shipping routes serve as the critical veins and arteries of the international trade system. They ferry multitudes of container ships, brimming with goods, across the world. These bustling routes, when disrupted, can cause significant backlogs, highlighting their irreplaceable role in global commerce. But among all the routes, some shoulder the heaviest […]
The Dawn of a New Era: The Arrival of the MSC Tessa, World’s Largest Container Ship
A new titan has emerged on the high seas. In an unprecedented milestone in maritime history, the world’s largest container vessel, the MSC Tessa, has been delivered by its Chinese shipbuilders. This colossal ship, constructed by China’s Hudong Zhonghua shipyard, a key player in the China State Shipbuilding Corporation, has established a new standard for […]
Global shortage of shipping containers
Global shortage of shipping containers Global reliance on shipping containers is key for global trade. AP Photo/Seth Wenig The global dearth of shipping containers underscores their crucial role in delivering goods to Amazon depots, retail shops, and your doorstep in time for Christmas You might be currently munching on a banana, savouring your morning coffee, […]
The Essential Guide to Freight Forwarding: Benefits, Services, and Expert Insights
The Essential Guide to Freight Forwarding: Benefits, Services, and Expert Insights Introduction Freight forwarding plays a crucial role in international trade, facilitating the movement of goods across global borders. This complex process involves coordinating various entities and adhering to international regulations, making it a vital part of the global supply chain. Whether you’re a business […]
When Shipping Containers Sink in the Drink
When Shipping Containers Sink in the Drink We’ve supersized our capacity to ship stuff across the seas. As our global supply chains grow, what can we gather from the junk that washes up on shore? There is a stretch of coastline in southern Cornwall known for its dragons. The black ones are rare, the green […]
