ECONOMIES OF SCALE IN THE MARITIME SECTOR, AT RISK?
The COVID-19 crisis will have its effects on the maritime industry and world trade. International organizations have negative forecasts on the impact on foreign trade and consumption that will affect, in the medium and long term, the strategies of large shipping companies with respect to routes, scales and also the size of container ships.It is precisely the increase in the number of large mega ships that has made great strides in recent years. [...]
THE IMPORTANCE OF QUALITY IN LOGISTICS
Offering an excellent quality service is what makes the difference from the competition and allows for customer loyalty. According to the data of the last report of XI Logistic Circle Barometer SIL 2020 the quality is the aspect more valued by the companies. It is followed by factors such as flexibility, specialisation, speed, business optimisation and sustainability.In the specific case of logistics companies, quality, more than an added value, [...]
EXPORTS IN THE POST-PANDEMIC WORLD
Since the years of the previous recession (2008), the Spanish economy has depended, to a large extent, on the strength and drive of its exports to any part of the world. However, after the outbreak of the COVID-19 crisis, many experts suggest that the sale of products in foreign markets will experience a significant drop, especially in the second quarter of the year, despite the fact that we live in a totally globalized and interconnected economy. And [...]
AIR LOGISTICS, KEY IN THE GLOBAL COVID-19 CRISIS
Transport has become, since the outbreak of the global health crisis caused by COVID-19, the great ally to ensure the deliveries and supply of the most essential products (food, pharmaceuticals and health). Among all modes of transport, air transport is particularly noteworthy, as its efficiency and speed are key to providing the necessary means to combat the pandemic.Many of the world's major airlines have adapted during these four weeks to the [...]
WHAT IS TRACEABILITY IN LOGISTICS?
Traceability refers to the set of procedures and measures aimed at registering and identifying a good from its origin (production site) to its final destination. Traceability seeks to know where and in what condition the product is in the supply chain.Traceability helps to know the components and the origin of the goods, the treatments attributed to the articles or the distribution process that has been followed. This concept includes methods to [...]
THE BOOM IN THE DISTRIBUTION OF MERCHANDISE AT NIGHT
Night-time logistics, or night-time distribution of goods, is a viable option for dealing with the problems that can arise during the day (traffic jams, noise, absence, etc.) in large cities. Companies, experts in the supply chain and administrations have been discussing night-time logistics, its impact and its benefits for the environment for some time.According to the latest reports published on the subject (e.g. by the AECOC), night-time [...]
PROTECTIONISM IN GLOBAL TRADE
Protectionism is an economic policy that protects a country's production and jobs by imposing restrictions, limitations or fees on goods or services coming from abroad (imports), making them less competitive with nationals.The action of protectionist measures directly affects the laws of competition, that is, the laws of the market that explain the direct relationship between supply and demand. In recent years, however, and within the framework of [...]
THE LOGISTICS SECTOR IN THE CHALLENGE OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Currently, the transport sector is responsible for more than 26,3% of greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. In the case of Spain, the figure increases slightly to 30.9%. In a context where the fight against climate change floods all public and private agendas, logistics is already beginning to do its homework before the effects are irreversible globally.Right now transport in particular and the logistics sector in general is trying to put together a [...]
THE 44-TON CONTROVERSY
The 28 Member States that make up the European Union in only eight countries are established 44 tonnes and only 4 countries allow a height exceeding 4.5 metres. For land transport, 44 tonnes refer to the maximum authorised mass limited to this tonnage and with a height of 4.5 metres. This makes it possible to increase the average load of vehicles and the consequent reduction per kilometre and consumption.Currently in Spain this tonnage is not [...]
STOCK LOGISTIC DONATES COMPUTER EQUIPMENT FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED GROUPS
Stock Logistic once again supports groups at risk of social exclusion by demonstrating its solidarity and dedication to the most disadvantaged. The forwarding company integrated in Alonso Group has contributed numerous computer equipments to the Valencian foundation Brúfol that works in the social and labour insertion, formation and social accompaniment of different marginalized collectives, specially, migrant women.In addition, professionals from [...]