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The WCO Environment Programme publishes a guide on Multilateral Environmental Agreements
The WCO Environment Programme has published the “Frontline Customs Officers’ Guide to Key Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs)” on the Members’ website. The Guide, to be read in conjunction with the “Green Customs Guide on MEAs”, is intended to supply condensed information to frontline Customs officers on aspects related to key…
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Maersk : Indian Subcontinent and Middle East Market Update (December 2021) PDF
Market sentiments continue to remain strong across major economies in West and Central Asia, driven primarily by strong demand for consumer products. Despite growing concerns over the Omicron variant of Covid-19, the region has seen varied reactions across the logistics sector over the last month. A truckers’ strike created supply…
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A. P. Moller – Maersk to acquire LF Logistics, a premium omnichannel fulfillment company
Copenhagen, Denmark: A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has reached an agreement to acquire LF Logistics, a Hong Kong-based contract logistics company, with premium capabilities within omnichannel fulfilment services, e-commerce, and inland transport in the Asia-Pacific region. The acquisition of LF Logistics is an important and truly strategic milestone on our…
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Maersk Drilling launches Horizon56 to drive digitalisation of the industry
For the past two years, Maersk Drilling has spearheaded an innovative effort to develop a first-of-a-kind product to support the digitalization of offshore drilling processes. The solution, known as RigFlow, has now been segregated into the digitally-focused company named Horizon56 A/S to drive further development and commercialization. Horizon56 has been…
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Is the Global Supply Chain the Next Big Cyber Target?
“Cyberwarfare is the greatest threat to the maritime transportation system,” warns U.S. Coast Guard Rear Admiral John Mauger, Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy. “The safe flow of global commerce relies on the seamless movement of information, and cybersecurity threatens that.” After two years of stress, ports are congested, labor is…
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Topline Express Logistics Transport 2 Dryer Drum Shell Units
Topline Express Logistics (TEL) in China has successfully transported 2 units of dryer drum shells and their accessories from the manufacturer’s premises in Shandong Province to Qingdao Port. Each unit weighed 67,000kg and measured 24.90 x 4.15 x 4.35m. The biggest challenge for TEL was an under-construction flyover that the…
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ONE to launch new Singapore to Nhava Sheva service
Singapore – Ocean Network Express (ONE) launched a new addition to their offered services, connecting Singapore and Nhava Sheva, India . The new weekly Singapore India Express ( SIX ) services launching on the 13th December from Singapore, will enhance the coverage of the Indian market, bringing more options and…
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A.P. Moller – Maersk enters strategic partnership with Unilever on international logistics
Copenhagen, Denmark – A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) today announced the signing of an international freight supply chain management partnership with Unilever effective from 2022. The four-year agreement will see the development and management of Unilever’s International Control Tower Solution – an operational management solution that will consolidate the execution…
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Smart Containers PDF
Smart containers are shipping containers used in freight and logistics that are integrated with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, sensors, GPS tracking, and solar panels. The containers are designed to regulate the internal conditions (e.g. temperature), provide real-time GPS tracking, enhance security, and provide condition information that can alert operators…
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