Tag: Supply Chain
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Danish UPF Group Opens Logistics Office in Douala, Cameroon Expansion Plans
UPF Group Expands African Footprint with Douala Office Denmark’s UPF Group has announced the opening of a new logistics office in Douala, Cameroon, marking a strategic step in its plan to strengthen service reach across Africa. The expansion signals the company’s intent to improve regional logistics solutions, offering faster transit times, more reliable customs clearance…
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A Decade of Linkages: How Chongqing Became a Global Logistics Hub Through Singapore-China CCI
Introduction: A decade of transformation Ten years after the Singapore-China Chongqing Connectivity Initiative (CCI) began its journey to tie together Southeast Asia and inland China, Chongqing is emerging as a pivotal node in global trade. The initiative, a cornerstone of broader cooperation between Singapore and China, was designed to unlock new corridors for trade, investment,…
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Swiss Exports to US Rise After Bilateral Trade Deal Reached
Background: A New Bilateral Trade Framework The long-awaited bilateral trade agreement between Switzerland and the United States has begun to reshape economic ties, with Swiss exports to the US rising notably since the deal came into effect. The agreement aims to reduce trade barriers, simplify customs procedures, and provide greater certainty for exporters on both…
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How Netflix, Yarns, and Dramas Are Helping the British Wool Comeback
Introduction: A surprising revival for British wool When you think of the wool industry, you might picture dusty mills and old-fashioned yarns. Yet in recent years, British wool has found a remarkable new audience: viewers and consumers drawn in by Netflix dramas and the broader storytelling around textile crafts. After decades of price pressure—wool once…
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BASF expands CFRP dispersants capacity in Nanjing to boost color performance and supply resilience
BASF Opens a New CFRP Dispersants Line in Nanjing In a strategic move to strengthen its position in Asia’s vibrant coatings and plastics markets, BASF has launched a state-of-the-art production line for Controlled Free Radical Polymerization (CFRP) dispersants in Nanjing, China. The new facility aligns with BASF’s global commitment to delivering high-performance additives that help…
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How Africa Is Turning Green Wealth Into Local Prosperity: Policies to Keep the Value at Home
Why Africa Wants to Keep Green Wealth Local As the world pivots toward electric vehicles and renewable energy, metals like cobalt, lithium, and manganese are in high demand. Africa holds some of the world’s largest reserves of these minerals, making the continent a pivotal player in the global green transition. Yet for many years, the…
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UK launches critical minerals strategy to reduce dependency on China
UK unveiling a strategic push on critical minerals Britain has unveiled a comprehensive plan to bolster its supply of critical minerals and rare earth elements, aiming to reduce the country’s dependency on China for materials essential to modern manufacturing. The strategy acknowledges that magnets, batteries, and other high-demand components rely on a steady stream of…
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EU envoy urges trade corridors to ease Kenya-Uganda dispute over Indian Ocean access
The European Union Ambassador to Kenya has spotlighted a pragmatic solution to the long-standing frictions between Kenya and Uganda over access to the Indian Ocean: dedicated trade corridors, harmonised border procedures and fast-tracked border systems for landlocked economies. Speaking at the EU Delegation mission headquarters in Nairobi on Wednesday, Amb Henriette Geiger emphasized that a…
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RAM shortage could force Xbox price hike again, leaker cautions
Industry chatter points to another possible Xbox price rise Industry insiders are once again buzzing that Microsoft could be pushed into raising the price of its Xbox hardware. After two price increases already this year — one in May and another for U.S. players in September — fresh speculation centers on a global RAM shortage…
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Cattlemen in Shock as Tyson to Close Lexington Beef Plant: ripple effects across farms
Overview: A major shutdown and its immediate fallout Tyson Foods announced the closure of its Lexington beef plant, a decision that has left cattlemen and local communities reeling. As the announcement circulated, producers of all sizes described their reaction as “in shock”, signaling concerns not only about immediate job losses but also the broader ripple…