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(33 articles)FedEx Expands Vietnam Delivery Network Via Viettel Post Partnership
FedEx has announced a strategic partnership with Viettel Post, Vietnam's state-owned postal and telecommunications enterprise, to expand and strengthen its delivery network throughout Vietnam. This co
Bangladesh Inland Cargo Sector Pursues Digital Modernization
Bangladesh's inland bulk cargo sector faces significant structural challenges that are hindering operational efficiency and competitiveness. The sector is now actively pursuing a comprehensive digital
Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia Unite on Containership Fire Response
Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia have announced a coordinated regional response framework to address the escalating threat of containership fires in Southeast Asia's critical maritime corridors. Unv
CILT Professionals Bridge Government and Industry for Supply Chain Growth
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) plays a strategic role in connecting government agencies, industry stakeholders, and development initiatives within Malaysia's supply chain ec
DP World Opens New Malaysia Warehouse, Expands SE Asia Logistics
DP World, a leading global supply chain and logistics operator, is accelerating its contract logistics footprint across Southeast Asia through the establishment of a new warehouse facility in Malaysia
Malaysia Shipping Boosts Cold Chain with PIL Reefer Fleet
Malaysia Shipping Corporation has announced an expansion of its cold chain logistics capabilities by integrating PIL's reefer fleet into its service offerings. This partnership represents a capacity e
Indonesia Trade Strategy: Building Resilience Against Disruptions
The Lowy Institute has released analysis focused on creating more resilient trade relationships with Indonesia, positioning the Southeast Asian nation as a critical node in global supply chains. The r
ICTSI's EJMT Strengthens Regional Trade Hub in East Java
ICTSI's East Java Multi-Terminal (EJMT) is enhancing its operational capabilities to better serve regional trade flows between East Java and broader Indonesian markets. This development reflects growi
EJMT and ICTSI Partner to Unlock Indonesia Trade Growth
EJMT and International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) are jointly exploring strategic opportunities to expand trade facilitation and port operations within Indonesia. This partnership repres
ICTSI Expands Eastern Indonesia Port Connectivity
ICTSI, a leading global port operator, is leveraging its EJMT (East Java Multi-Terminal) platform to enhance connectivity throughout Eastern Indonesia, a strategically important but historically under
Vietnam Launches Rail Freight Corridor to China Targeting 1,500 Containers Annually
Vietnam is establishing a new rail freight service to China with an ambitious target of 1,500 containers per year, signaling a strategic shift toward diversifying transport corridors in Southeast Asia
Raya Airways Launches Penang-Maldives Scheduled Cargo Route
Raya Airways has inaugurated a new scheduled cargo service connecting Penang, Malaysia to the Maldives, marking an expansion of air freight capacity in the South and Southeast Asian corridor. This dev
Malaysia Freight Logistics Market to Hit $54.3B by 2035
Malaysia's freight logistics market is entering a significant growth phase, with projections showing expansion from USD 33.49 billion in 2026 to USD 54.30 billion by 2035—a compound annual growth rate
Vietnam Logistics Expo Emphasizes Smart, Sustainable Solutions
Vietnam's premier logistics exhibition is resuming with an enhanced emphasis on intelligent logistics systems and environmental sustainability. The event represents a regional showcase for supply chai
DTI Expands Logistics Hub to Lower Philippines Business Costs
The Philippines Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is expanding its logistics hub infrastructure as a strategic initiative to reduce operational costs for businesses and enhance supply chain effic
Malaysia Launches Smart Logistics Complex to Modernize Supply Chains
Malaysia is advancing its position as a regional logistics hub through the development of a Smart Logistics Complex, representing a strategic investment in supply chain modernization. This initiative
DHL Launches Thrice-Weekly Bangkok-Cincinnati Air Cargo Route
DHL Global Forwarding has launched a new dedicated air cargo route operating three times weekly between Bangkok and Cincinnati, directly addressing capacity constraints on the transpacific trade lane.
Vietnamese Exporters Hit Hard by Surging Freight Rates
Vietnamese exporters are facing mounting pressure as freight rates continue their upward trajectory, materially increasing the cost structure for shipments to major markets. This trend directly impact
CPTPP Membership Could Elevate Philippines' Global Supply Chain Role
The Philippines' pursuit of membership in the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) represents a strategic inflection point for regional supply chain architecture. CPTPP memb
Sabah's Transport Masterplan Stalls: Regional Logistics Crisis
Sabah faces a critical logistics infrastructure gap as an integrated transport masterplan continues to stall, creating operational bottlenecks across the Malaysian state's supply chains. The failure t
Singapore Port Faces Delays From Freight Surge and Bad Weather
Singapore's strategically critical port is experiencing operational delays stemming from a dual impact: elevated freight volumes and deteriorating weather conditions. As one of the world's busiest tra
Singapore Port Delays: Weather & Diverted Freight Impact Schedules
Singapore's premier port—one of the world's busiest transshipment hubs—is experiencing operational disruptions driven by two concurrent factors: weather-related constraints and the redirection of frei
Philippines Air Cargo Surges 23.6% on USD 20M Investment Wave
The Philippines freight and logistics market is experiencing substantial growth driven by significant capital investment and accelerating air cargo demand. A USD 20 million investment combined with 23
Maersk Expands Vietnam Container Operations Amid Regional Growth
Maersk's strategic focus on Vietnam's container shipping market reflects a broader industry shift to diversify trade lane capacity and capitalize on Southeast Asian growth. Vietnam has emerged as a cr
Maersk Expands Vietnam Container Port Operations
Maersk, the world's leading container shipping line, is actively pursuing expansion opportunities within Vietnam's container port network. This strategic move reflects the company's commitment to deep
Malaysia Targets Top 10 Global Ports as Shipping Routes Shift
The Malaysian government is pursuing strategic development initiatives to position two of its ports within the world's top 10, capitalizing on a significant structural shift in global shipping routes.
SINO Expands Warehouse Capacity Near Laem Chabang Port
SINO has announced an expansion of its warehouse network in proximity to Laem Chabang Port in Thailand, one of Southeast Asia's busiest container terminals. This strategic investment signals growing d
FedEx Vietnam Recovery Signals Shifting Asia-Pacific Logistics
FedEx's operational recovery in Vietnam represents a meaningful shift in Asia-Pacific logistics capacity and cost dynamics. As Vietnam continues its emergence as a manufacturing and export hub—rivalin
Ennore Port Second Container Terminal Attracts Major Carriers
Ennore Port (also known as Kamarajar Port) near Chennai has issued a tender for development of a second container terminal, generating significant interest from major international shipping lines. Thi
Malaysia Supply Chain Remains Stable Amid Economic Resilience
Apex Securities has issued a positive assessment of Malaysia's supply chain performance, indicating that logistics operations remain stable and the country's macroeconomic fundamentals remain sound. T
New Rail Links Unlock Freight Capacity, Ease Supply Chain Congestion
New rail infrastructure projects and expansion of the West Coast Express (WCE) network are poised to significantly alleviate freight bottlenecks that have constrained regional supply chains. These dev
Thailand Land Bridge Initiative Eyes Global Trade Route Status
Thailand is pursuing a strategic land bridge initiative designed to establish itself as a pivotal node in global trade corridors. This infrastructure development addresses growing demand for alternati
Kingcross Enhances ASEAN Supply Chain Safety Standards
Kingcross has announced initiatives to strengthen connectivity across ASEAN member states while implementing global safety standards across its operations. This move reflects growing industry focus on