Australia’s domestic freight task is expected to triple from its current size by 2050. There is a concerted industry push to increase rail’s share of the growing freight transport task through productivity and customer focused initiatives. As a result, major additions to the inland transportation hub are being planned to accommodate the uptick in rail volumes.
A new report warns us about air pollution from ships in the high Arctic, to increase air pollution from shipping.
Although the report is called “Air pollution from marine vessels in the U.S. High Arctic in 2025,” its findings are of concern to the entire Arctic region.
It is estimated that shipping could increase in the next 10 years anywhere from 150 percent to 600 percent due to Arctic ice melt,
The manufacturing industry has seen huge innovations in the past 10 years, from advanced barcode scanners, conveyor systems and robotics to 3D printing and more. Just like the manufacturing industry, the transportation sector has seen new technology develop over recent years. Transportation, logistics and distribution systems have become completely computerized, allowing companies to have better control and visibility over their supply chains. In turn, companies require a more advanced level of computer literacy and ability to adapt to technology among new employees.
The ocean import/export team at GlobalForwarding.com has pointed out one of the most frequently asked questions among customers who are shipping freight overseas.
One of the most popular questions relates to the documentation & paperwork needed to import or export cargo. The answer is that the documentation required varies based on whether the shipment is an import or export, as well as the commodity being shipped.
