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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 [...]
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The Gaza conflict and its impact on international trade
Since last October, Israel and the Gaza Strip have been immersed in a serious armed conflict with grave human, economic and geostrategic consequences. An escalation that has also had important effects on the dynamics of the global supply chain. The confrontation is being felt especially throughout the Middle East and North Africa region. Moreover, the events of the last few days, with Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory, have only added to the [...]
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FREIGHT MANAGEMENT IN INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT
For the security and management of goods, the European Union has set up a customs control system. In this way, all imports from the continent are controlled by a customs pre-notification system. This method is known as ICS2. In order to carry it out, it is necessary for the companies themselves to collaborate by providing the necessary information regarding the goods that are introduced into the European Union. Once the authorities have been [...]
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The air transport: How does it work?
Air cargo is one of the most commonly used transportation methods, especially for perishable products, high-tech items, or value-added goods. It is also a very frequent option in the e-commerce sector. To carry out these types of air shipments, it is first necessary to meet a series of requirements, both legal and security-related. The most basic and important are: - Packaging: The goods must be packaged as a safety measure, and depending on [...]