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Digital Twin Technology Becomes Essential for Supply Chain Resilience

November 21, 2025 at 2:44 pm | Uncategorized | No comment

Digital Twin technology has crossed the chasm from experimental pilot to essential planning tool, with the global market size for Digital Twins in logistics projected to grow exponentially from $7.35 billion in 2025. This growth is driven by the industry’s need for predictive capabilities to manage risk. Digital Twins create a virtual, real-time replica of […]

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From ‘Mega-Hubs’ to ‘Decision Intelligence’: The New Era of Automation

November 21, 2025 at 10:30 am | Uncategorized | No comment

The warehousing sector is witnessing a fundamental shift in philosophy. This November, industry leaders like Kroger and Amazon have begun moving away from the “massive hub” model in favor of smaller, highly targeted automated fulfillment centers located closer to urban cores. This pivot is driven by the rising cost of last-mile delivery and the realization […]

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The Southeast Asian Tightrope: Geopolitics Reshaping Regional Supply Chains

November 17, 2025 at 10:25 am | Uncategorized | No comment

As 2025 draws to a close, Southeast Asian nations—led by Indonesia—are navigating an increasingly complex “New Cold War” in the Pacific. Recent escalations in the Taiwan Strait have placed 40% of the world’s electronics supply chain at risk. In response, high-level diplomatic meetings in Tokyo this month have emphasized the need for a new regional […]

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Container Carriers Cancel November GRIs Amid Soft Demand 

November 13, 2025 at 8:58 am | Uncategorized | No comment

In a clear sign of persistent market weakness, major container carriers were forced to cancel or postpone the scheduled November General Rate Increases (GRIs). According to Flexport data, the capacity on many key trade lanes remains high, while demand remains flat, indicating structural overcapacity is dominating the market narrative. This pressure has led to carriers […]

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Carrier Tactics Drive 48% Rate Spike Amid Softening Global Demand

November 12, 2025 at 10:14 am | Uncategorized | No comment

In a surprising defiance of market logic, ocean freight rates on the Asia-US trade lanes surged by up to 48% in early November, even as underlying consumer demand showed signs of slowing. This sharp increase, which brought average rates to approximately $3,000 per FEU, was largely fueled by a coordinated “blank sailing” strategy among major […]

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OSM Holdings Wins Dual Accolades, Securing National Recognition for Industrial and Supply Chain Excellence

October 30, 2025 at 2:41 pm | Uncategorized | No comment

COLOMBO, SRI LANKA—OSM Holdings has achieved a significant milestone, proudly securing dual recognition for excellence in both industrial performance and supply chain management at two of the nation’s most prestigious ceremonies this October. The consecutive victories underscore the company’s operational strength and dedication to national-level quality standards. Recognition for Industrial Excellence at CNCI Achiever Awards […]

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Global Container Rates Stabilize After Carriers Counter Golden Week Drop

October 30, 2025 at 8:43 am | Uncategorized | No comment

Following weeks of decline that pushed rates to their lowest point in two years, major container carriers successfully introduced General Rate Increases (GRIs) in late October, leading to a stabilization in global spot rates. The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) and Xeneta snapshots showed a slight uptick, largely driven by carriers actively managing capacity after […]

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Panama Canal Recovers Transit Capacity, Easing Global Supply Chain Pressure

October 24, 2025 at 6:09 am | Uncategorized | No comment

After a year of severe drought-induced restrictions, the Panama Canal demonstrated a strong recovery in water levels, allowing the Canal Authority to increase the number of daily transit slots. The recovery in the fiscal year 2025 saw transits jump by approximately 19% to 13,404, restoring much of the network’s reliability that was lost during 2024. […]

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UNCTAD Concludes 16th Conference, Urging Resilient Supply Chain Transitions

October 23, 2025 at 8:51 am | Uncategorized | No comment

The 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) concluded in Geneva, with ministers issuing a strong call for global supply chains to transition toward greater resilience and sustainability. The conference, marked by record participation, emphasized that persistent geopolitical and climate risks require a fundamental shift away from efficiency-at-all-costs models toward integrated, just, and […]

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Colombo Port expected record 8.2mn boxes 2025

October 16, 2025 at 9:34 am | Uncategorized | No comment

Colombo Port is projected to handle a record 8.2 million TEUs in 2025, an increase from the 7.78 million TEUs processed last year, according to the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) Chairman, Sirimewan Ranasinghe. This accelerated growth is largely due to the new West Container Terminal (WCT), backed by India’s Adani Group, which saw a […]

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