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(37 articles)Thailand Warehousing Growth Fueled by Digitalization Opportunities
HKTDC Research has published analysis on warehousing and digitalization opportunities in Thailand. The research suggests that Thailand presents growth potential for logistics infrastructure through in
Bangladesh Port Workers Threaten Strike Over DP World Deal
Bangladesh faces a critical labor crisis at its primary container gateway as port workers threaten an indefinite hunger strike starting October 19 against a newly signed DP World concession agreement
Cainiao Opens First Jakarta Warehouse, Expands Indonesia Presence
Cainiao has established its first warehouse facility in Jakarta, Indonesia, marking an expansion of the logistics provider's footprint in Southeast Asia. This development enables the company to enhanc
Thailand Floods Expose Critical Gaps in Automotive Supply Chain
Thailand's recent flooding events have exposed critical weaknesses in the automotive industry's supply chain resilience, particularly regarding geographic concentration of manufacturing and component
DP World Opens New Bang Na Distribution Hub in Thailand
DP World, a global leader in port operations and logistics, has announced the establishment of a new contract logistics distribution center at Bang Na in Thailand. This facility expansion represents t
Colombo Transhipment Boom Squeezes India-US Trade Margins
Colombo is rapidly emerging as a critical transhipment hub in South Asian maritime trade, but this growth is creating significant operational friction for shippers on the India-US tradelane. The port'
Toyota and Honda Halt Thai Production Amid Severe Flood Disruptions
Toyota and Honda have suspended production operations at their Thai facilities in response to severe flooding that is disrupting regional supply chain networks. This production halt affects a critical
TG's Cargo Disruption Threatens Thai Export Supply Chain
A significant operational disruption at TG's Cargo, a key cargo handler in Thailand, is creating immediate challenges for Thai exporters and threatening buyer confidence in the region's supply chain r
Can Tho Port Launches First Direct Service from Nanning
Can Tho Port has received its first cargo vessel from Nanning Port, marking a significant milestone in direct maritime connectivity between Vietnam and China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. This i
Amilo Acquires SG Link to Strengthen Cross-Border Shipping
Amilo has acquired SG Link to expand its cross-border shipping operations, signaling continued consolidation in the Southeast Asian logistics sector. This acquisition positions Amilo to strengthen its
Amilo Acquires SG Link to Strengthen Cross-Border Shipping
Amilo's acquisition of SG Link represents a strategic consolidation play in Southeast Asia's fragmented cross-border logistics market. This M&A activity signals the company's commitment to building en
FedEx Vietnam Operations Slowly Recover From Meltdown
FedEx has experienced a major operational disruption in Vietnam, one of Southeast Asia's critical logistics hubs, with recovery efforts currently underway. This incident reflects the vulnerability of
HMM Expands Intra-Asia Operations as Regional Trade Patterns Shift
Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) is making strategic moves to capture growing opportunities in intra-Asia trade, a market segment characterized by dynamic cargo flows and shifting regional consumption pa
Vietnam Pushes Logistics Cost Cuts to Strengthen Trade Edge
Vietnam is implementing strategic initiatives to reduce logistics costs, positioning itself as a more competitive supply chain hub in Southeast Asia. This policy-driven effort reflects the nation's re
ECRL Economic Commissioning Begins: New Rail Trade Route
The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) has begun its economic commissioning phase, marking a pivotal transition from infrastructure completion to operational service delivery. This development signals that t
Amilo Integrates SG Link as ShipX: Fourth Strategic Acquisition
Amilo has completed its fourth acquisition by integrating SG Link into its platform under the ShipX brand. This strategic consolidation reflects Amilo's aggressive growth strategy within the Southeast
Indonesian Airports Reopen After Volcanic Eruption Impact
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia has prompted the closure of key airports, disrupting regional air cargo operations and affecting supply chains across Southeast Asia. The reopening of these airports r
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 rat
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