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Are logistics providers ready for the 2021 peak season?
Ahead of the next peak season in the pandemic, DHL and Sendle share their experiences and lessons from navigating e-commerce amid Covid-19.
Limited ocean freight capacity led a Vietnam seafood exporter into the skies
With no end in sight to ocean freight challenges, Vietnam’s largest fishery corporation turned to air freight for an urgent shipment of chilled crabs.
Digitalization and e-commerce turning the page for manga and Japanese artists
Japan’s manga is massively popular overseas, but getting the artwork safely to fans required some original thinking.
Intra-Asia e-commerce growth potential: A silver lining for Covid-hit region
E-commerce reached new heights within Asia during the pandemic, but obstacles remain for intra-Asian trade.
Five Forces Shaping The Future Of Entrepreneurship In Africa
Key points include adopting sustainable business models, leveraging technology, and having a global mindset.
Productivity anytime, anywhere thanks to a transformation in IT support
As remote working becomes a permanent option, companies are turning to logistics partners to keep workers provided for and productive.
Freight rates remain high but show signs of softening
Global recovery is starting, despite China’s power cuts and zero Covid strategy having an impact.
Vietnam rises as a manufacturing star
According to DHL’s Global Connectedness Index 2020, Vietnam ranked 38th out of 169 countries, one place higher than in 2017.
New high-speed railway puts Laos on track to boost regional trade
The rail network will place Laos as a land-linked hub, connecting China to more regions with viable alternatives from ocean and air options.
How e-commerce elevated shoe label Christy Ng onto the global stage
Being an early adopter in the online space also prepared the brand for the pandemic.
Building Mighty Jaxx from a hobby into a multimillion-dollar business
Not child's play: Singaporean grows top-of-mind global figurine brand from the ground up.
Rising export levels inspire cautious optimism
Despite continuing risks, there are some positive signs for ocean shipping stakeholders.
A look back at the trends and new normal of 2021
As we bid farewell to 2021, we look at the trends that have disrupted and evolved the world this past year.