Logistics Insider

3 days ago | logisticsinsider.in | Sandhya Jha

A temporary pause in tariff hikes between the U.S. and China has sparked a fresh wave of imports, as businesses scramble to move goods before any future policy reversals. Though specifics of the trade deal remain vague, the 90-day suspension is already reshaping logistics and supply chain strategies. Paul Brashier, Vice President of Global Supply Chain at ITS Logistics, told CNBC that clients have thousands of containers pre-loaded in China, poised to arrive in the U.S. within weeks.

4 days ago | logisticsinsider.in | Sandhya Jha

In a strategic move set to reshape India’s logistics landscape, Gautam Adani-led Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has officially entered the global freight forwarding business. The ambitious foray is designed to capitalise on APSEZ’s commanding 45.5% market share in container handling at Indian ports and its growing presence at key air cargo terminals, positioning the company to compete head-to-head with global logistics majors like DHL, DB Schenker, Maersk, MSC, and CMA CGM.

4 days ago | logisticsinsider.in | Sandhya Jha

In the fast-paced and fiercely competitive cement industry, logistics is the backbone that ensures seamless operations and customer satisfaction. Vinod Agrawal, Executive Vice President (Logistics) at Wonder Cement, shares how Wonder Cement is setting benchmarks in logistics excellence while adapting to evolving industry demands. From leveraging technology to optimizing multimodal operations, he offers a roadmap for navigating the complexities of bulk commodity logistics in a dynamic market.

6 days ago | logisticsinsider.in | Sandhya Jha

In a global shipping industry where cost unpredictability has long been accepted as the norm, pricing transparency is now emerging as a critical differentiator. From fluctuating surcharges to port-specific handling fees, businesses—especially small and mid-sized ones—have historically lacked a clear view of their total freight spend. Today, that’s changing.

6 days ago | logisticsinsider.in | Sandhya Jha

India’s warehousing market has kicked off 2025 on a robust note, with leasing activity surging to 16.7 million square feet during the January-March quarter — marking an impressive 50% year-on-year (YoY) growth, according to the latest report by Knight Frank India. The momentum was largely fuelled by the manufacturing sector, which logged a staggering 94% increase in leasing volumes, touching 8 million sq ft in Q1 2025.