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The Shipping Corner with Thomas Eisenblätter: A Classical Forwarder’s View On AI – February 19
A few days ago, Forto had its first AI day, hosting external speakers including Gianna Lengyel, Mistral‘s Head of Business Development, Merantix‘ Founder Rasmus Rothe and Tom Hamers and Florian Bartels...
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Equipment and Capacity in the Red Sea Shipping Crisis – Beyond the Echoes of Ever Given
The Red Sea Crisis and the Ever Given Incident may appear similar, but the differences in their context caution us against hasty comparisons. In early 2021, the Suez Canal faced...
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Powering the Future: How Enpal’s reduces 100% of seafreight emissions
In their mission to lead the solar energy sector, Enpal encountered a significant hurdle: finding a logistics partner able to match their sustainability commitments to help them minimise emissions during...
Read MoreThe Shipping Corner with Thomas Eisenblätter – January 26
The consequences of the Red Sea Crisis on European ports Now that it seems that the rerouting around Africa is here to stay, we expect carriers to implement several measures...
Read MoreThe Shipping Corner with Thomas Eisenblätter – January 24
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have recently announced the Gemini Cooperation. This new Vessel Sharing Agreement (VSA) will have a significant impact on the shipping industry. This article examines this development in...
Read MoreThe Shipping Corner with Thomas Eisenblätter – January 19
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd’s Announce Gemini Cooperation Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd surprised the maritime industry with the unveiling of a new operational partnership under the name “Gemini Cooperation,” starting in February 2025....
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The Value of Visibility in the Red Sea Shipping Crisis: How Forto’s Notifications Make a Difference
In any crisis, visibility becomes a prized commodity. The recent disruption of Red Sea shipping routes is a reminder of an impending challenge: an expected increase in rolled cargo. This...
Read MoreThe Shipping Corner with Thomas Eisenblätter – January 17
In the Red Sea crisis, we’re witnessing a confluence of factors that are reshaping the way goods move across the globe. Here are the latest updates from The Shipping Corner....
Read MoreThe Shipping Corner with Thomas Eisenblätter – January 12
Houthi militias in the Red Sea have launched over 25 drone and missile attacks on ships, leading to a 90% decline in container activity within the Suez Canal. On January...
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AI Strategy in Logistics: How Forto incorporated Generative AI to achieve business results
Recently, the logistics sector has witnessed a surge of firms claiming to revolutionize supply chain management with a diverse set of AI-powered applications. At Forto, we recognize these advancements,...
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5 Smart Ways Forto’s Digital Platform Can Help You Overcome the Red Sea Shipping Challenges
The ongoing crisis in the Red Sea region has created significant challenges for global shipping and logistics. As traditional methods struggle to keep up with these unexpected changes, digital logistics...
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Adapting to the EU Emissions Trading System: A Guide for Import and Export Businesses
As we near January 1, 2024, European trade is about to undergo a major change with the introduction of shipping activities into the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), requiring businesses...
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Rail Freight in the Wake of the Red Sea Shipping Crisis: Everything You Need to Know?
The global logistics industry faces its latest challenge in the ongoing Red Sea shipping crisis. As more shippers seek alternative transport modes to avoid maritime bottlenecks, we expect a rise...
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The Strategic Value of Multimodal Sea/Air Services in the Red Sea Shipping Crisis
The situation in the Red Sea, though unique, brings to mind the lessons learned from previous supply chain disruptions, like the Suez Canal blockage. Echoing Jochen Fresse’s insights on projected...
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And Now, This – The Ripple Effect of the Red Sea Shipping Crisis on Global Supply Chains
Amidst heightened security concerns in the Red Sea, major shipping lines are pausing Red Sea transits or rerouting vessels to circumvent the African Continent. As we observe this next shift...
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