The 2023 air cargo peak season is facing weak rebound, with shippers placing orders early indicating a slowdown in demand and freight rates not rising as expected. Although some airlines benefit from e-commerce demand, the overall cargo market remains complex and volatile, with future growth constrained by a slowdown in manufacturing and various supply chain issues.
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.
This article discusses the importance of safety stock management in U.S.-China overseas warehouses and strategies for optimization. By utilizing demand forecasting, supply chain management, scientific computation methods, and modern technological tools, businesses can effectively set safety stock levels to ensure supply chain stability and cost reduction. Additionally, strong communication with suppliers and logistics partners is a critical factor for successful management.
In the second quarter of 2023, the U.S. industrial real estate market demonstrated stable resilience with a net absorption of approximately 29.9 million square feet. The demand growth was driven by new logistics products, despite rising vacancy rates and consolidation pressures in some regions. By 2025, new supply is expected to exceed absorption, while absorption is projected to surpass supply by 2027.
This paper explores the various impacts of maritime transport unreliability on shippers' finances, operations, and reputation. It provides effective countermeasures, including using data to assess partners, building relationships, planning, and diversifying transportation. The goal is to enhance supply chain resilience and reduce potential risks.
This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of global maritime services, emphasizing the significance of shipping in international trade and its economic benefits. Maritime transport is not only suitable for bulk commodities but also has environmental advantages. However, factors such as longer shipping times and high costs for transporting small quantities must also be considered.
Hariga Port (Marsa Al Hariga), located in Mersa Brega, Libya, is a vital oil transfer port featuring deep-water channels, 24-hour services, and extensive port facilities, making it a key hub for maritime transport in North Africa.
This article explores the distinctions between freight forwarding, ocean shipping operations, and shipping management. A freight forwarder acts as an intermediary responsible for the transportation procedures of clients' goods, while ocean shipping operations focus on the specific processes involved in maritime shipping, including shipment and booking. Shipping management is handled by staff responsible for pricing and booking, which includes multiple steps.
Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) play a crucial role in international ocean freight, acting as a bridge between shippers and actual carriers. Freight forwarders are responsible for the entire transportation process through signing transport contracts and issuing bills of lading. To operate as an NVOCC, specific conditions must be met, and a business registration certificate must be obtained. However, not all certified freight forwarders offer superior services or pricing; shippers should focus on selecting partners that best meet their needs.
In recent years, state-owned shipping enterprises have faced poor performance, and mergers and restructuring may not necessarily improve the situation. The industry's environment has shifted from a planned economy to a market economy, but these enterprises struggle to respond flexibly to market changes. Institutional constraints hinder their ability to quickly adjust strategies, making them ill-suited for market competition. State-owned enterprises should redefine their roles to ensure they serve national strategic material transport while exploring market-oriented operational methods to survive and thrive in intense competition.
