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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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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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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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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 new additions to the BRICS countries
The so-called BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) have been increasing their weight as large emerging economies, with significant growth options, since the term was coined in 2001. From 2024 this select group will expand with the addition of six more members: Saudi Country, United Arab Emirates, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia and Argentina. This will increase the number of BRICS countries from five to eleven. Together they are set [...]
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Freight rail, a growing intermodal solution
In a world where speed and connectivity is increasingly necessary, freight rail is re-emerging as an intermodal solution to meet freight transport demands. As businesses look for efficient and sustainable options, rail offers a unique combination of capacity, economy and ecological viability. In this context, Stock Logistic, an integral logistics operator that forms part of Alonso Group, offers warehouse management services, transport and [...]
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Relocations and their impact on the supply chain
In recent times, we have witnessed a significant evolution in the way companies produce, operate and make strategic supply chain decisions. One trend that has gained momentum is relocation and a commitment to local production. Relocation refers to the relocation of a company's production and operations from one country to another. Supply chain problems caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, or the recent war between Russia and Ukraine, have accelerated [...]
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Stock Logistic, new Americas Alliance partner
Stock Logistic, a company specialising in international transport and integrated logistics services, has announced that it has recently joined the Americas Alliance, an organisation of leading companies in the transport and logistics sector with a presence in more than 20 countries and a solid knowledge of the sector. Joining this association means great opportunities for Stock Logistic such as: - Cooperation and alliances: improving efficiency [...]
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Maritime alliances: a strategic partnership on the high seas
A shipping alliance, more commonly called a maritime alliance, is a cooperative agreement between ocean carriers to cover different trade routes for goods. The importance of such coalitions lies in the fact that the sea is a vital source of resources and a crucial means of transport for trade for several reasons: The majority of goods traded globally are carried by large ships.It is an essential means of transport for the supply of raw materials [...]