Despite it being another challenging year for the logistics industry with many crises such as the Suez Canal blockage, global shortages of containers, bottlenecks in ports worldwide, and more – 2021 will be remembered as nothing other than a disruptive year. Regardless of these unprecedented challenges, the industry once again persevered.
Discover 5 top stories read on Logistics Matters in 2021 and have a well-rounded reflection of the year that was.
#1: Writing history – The world’s first carbon-neutral cargo flight
A historic moment! The first commercial carbon-neutral cargo flight in history arrived at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, having completed a nine-hour journey from Frankfurt, Germany. DB Schenker realized this milestone in air freight history in cooperation with Lufthansa Cargo.
#2: New era of warehousing – 8 innovation and technology trends
Warehousing has entered a new era driven by technology, innovation, and artificial intelligence (AI). When implemented successfully, these solutions can reduce costs, optimize operations and improve the overall efficiency of supply chains.
#3: “We need to change our thinking”- Jochen Thewes, CEO of DB Schenker
Jochen Thewes has successfully led the global logistics service provider with a dedicated target within the company’s strategy to be a leader in the industry on sustainability. He shares his opinion with Logistics Matters on the importance and future of sustainability in logistics.
#4: Automation and robotic technologies enhance warehouse processes
Warehouses have transformed to become a critical component of the supply chain, enabling fast order fulfillment and empowering customers to gain a competitive advantage. Automation plays a massive part in this transformation, offering various attractive benefits and solutions to create the warehouse of the future.
The HealthCare business has been a hot topic in the logistics industry these last years. With more than 200 COVID-19 vaccines in development worldwide, the importance of logistics and its corresponding responsibility to society is growing every day.
Published: January 2022
