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Christmas logistics: the invisible engine behind the holidays
Christmas is one of the most eagerly awaited times of the year, but it is also one of the most demanding for logistics companies due to the high volume of orders and the pressure to meet very tight deadlines. Behind every gift under the tree, every online purchase delivered on time, and every shelf filled with merchandise, there is a complex network of planning, transport, and coordination working around the clock to ensure that everything runs [...]
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Reverse logistics is gaining ground as a key element of the circular economy
In recent years, the circular economy has positioned itself as one of the fundamental pillars for companies to reduce their environmental impact and optimise their resources. In this context, reverse logistics, which is the process that allows for the management of returns, recycling and reuse of products and packaging, is becoming increasingly relevant in sectors such as e-commerce, manufacturing and distribution. Unlike the traditional model, [...]
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The new Sustainable Mobility Act and its impact on logistics
The new Sustainable Mobility Law establishes a new regulatory framework for transport in Spain, with direct implications for companies and logistics operators. Among its key measures, it requires companies with more than 200 employees to approve sustainable mobility plans within a maximum period of two years, which will influence staff organisation and the way in which workers access logistics centres and warehouses. The law also provides for [...]
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Express e-commerce: The revolution in air logistics
Due to the unstoppable growth of e-commerce and the demand for urgent international shipments, Stock Logistic, a company belonging to the logistics division of Grupo Alonso, has launched a new express logistics service focused on international e-commerce. This new shipping method guarantees delivery to the end customer within a maximum of 24 to 48 hours. As a freight forwarder, we are thus opening up our services to companies that need a fast, [...]
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Transport and storage of paper rolls
Globalization is forcing us to seek quick and effective solutions. For this reason Stock Logistic, part of the logistics division of Grupo Alonso, we offer specialized solutions for the transport and storage of paper rolls to any location worldwide. Storing these rolls in a vertical position is essential, as it allows us to make the most of the space available in our warehouses, facilitates handling, and ensures more efficient load management. In [...]
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Reliability, the key to e-commerce solutions
In Stock Logistic, we understand the challenges of e-commerce and the importance of offering efficient, fast and secure logistics solutions. Our e-commerce logistics department is made up of a specialised team with extensive experience in this type of operation, capable of handling orders with precision, agility and efficiency. We work with a wide variety of goods, from sports equipment, textiles, pet products, kitchen and household products, [...]
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Trade wars and the rise of BRICS
Global trade is going through a period of change marked by competition between the major economic powers: the United States, the European Union and China. Geopolitical tensions, protectionism and the reconfiguration of trade alliances have generated uncertainty and instability, and countries are rethinking their economic strategies. One of the main sources of conflict is the trade war between the US and China, which has impacted key sectors such [...]
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Spanish ports: major beneficiaries of the Red Sea crisis
The conflict in the Red Sea, a strategic region for global maritime trade, has had a major impact on international trade routes. This area, which connects Europe, Asia and Africa through the Suez Canal, has been the scene of political and military tensions since mid-October 2023, which have compromised the safety of ships transiting these waters. As a result, maritime freight costs have risen considerably, forcing many shipping lines to seek [...]
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ISO container code, key to international trade
Given the magnitude of world trade and the high volume of exchanges between countries, there is a way to control all containers of goods moving around the world: ISO codes. They are used in multimodal container transport, which mainly involves sea, rail or road transport. Above all, this standardised system is essential for international shipping, where companies and ports in different countries must work in a coordinated manner, especially in large [...]
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The possible strike in the US West Coast ports
The possible indefinite strike in the fourteen ports on the West Coast of the United States from 1 October is growing louder by the day. To date, union delegates of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) unanimously support calling a strike if a new labour agreement affecting 25,000 dock workers is not reached. West Coast ports move 550,000 TEUs a week so the mobilisation could affect 1.7% of the global container fleet. A possible [...]