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The Red Sea crisis, port strikes and extreme weather contributed to a surge in global port congestion in 2024.

Discover how logistics service providers are using technology to improve customer service, streamline operations, and stand out in a rate-driven market.

The Red Sea crisis has illustrated the impact geopolitical conflict can have on global trade and reminded shippers of the importance of risk management.

A practical guide for building connected supply chains and improving data sharing and collaboration with supply chain partners.

We break down what it means to be a digital freight forwarder and explore how a digitally enhanced customer experience helps the bottom line.

Beyond prolonging transit times and throwing supply chains into disarray, the Red Sea Crisis has significantly increased the carbon footprint of Asia-Europe shipping.

The Red Sea Crisis has materially impacted port congestion levels over the past year, but the effects have not been uniformly felt.

Catch up on our recent panel discussion exploring the connection between data standards, visibility and improved supply chain collaboration.

Discover Germany's largest cargo ports, their locations, key commodities, and cargo stats, including container throughput, bulk volumes, and trade significance.

September port congestion data shows resilience at major ports as mid-sized ports struggle amidst confluence of supply chain disruptions.

Prepare for the holiday shipping rush with expert tips to mitigate risks, secure capacity, optimize last-mile delivery, and enhance supply chain visibility.

U.S. East Coast port strikes likely to lead to chaos for global supply chains amidst holiday rush. Take control of the situation through visibility.

A guide to the biggest Scandinavian container ports, their locations, key cargo stats, and significance in regional and global trade.

Get insights into the UK's largest ports - where they're located, annual cargo volumes and the role they play in global trade.

Key statistics about Canada's largest ports including location, container throughput, annual cargo volumes and more.

Nine of the top 10 container ports in the world are located in Asia, with seven in China. This reflects the region’s dominant role in global manufacturing.

The Port of Chittagong is facing severe congestion following political unrest and severe flooding, disrupting apparel exports leading into Q4.

The explosion and subsequent terminal closure at the Ningbo container port stoked fears about potential supply chain disruptions. However, the latest port congestion data shows the overall impact appears to be more contained than initially feared.

The United States is home to nine of the world's 100 busiest container ports that collectively handled over 50 million TEUs in 2023.

Facts and figures about Japan's largest cargo ports.

Carrier scorecards provide a structured and transparent approach for evaluating carrier and freight forwarder performance and reliability.

With growing regulatory demands and the need to protect brand reputation, businesses are under pressure to ensure transparency and accountability throughout their supply chains.

Europe is home to 16 of the 100 busiest global container ports. Collectively, these 16 European ports had a TEU throughput of over 81M in 2023.

Freight tracking spreadsheets are cumbersome to update and poorly equipped to handle the complexities and demands of modern supply chains.

Leveraging new technology is crucial to boosting supply chain performance and reliability amidst increasing complexity and disruption.

The second quarter of 2024 saw worsening port congestion levels worldwide, particularly at Southeast Asia and European ports.

South Korea's top container ports, with insights on significance, location and annual cargo volumes.

A botched CrowdStrike update disrupted global supply chains. Learn how visibility solutions can help manage the fallout.

Lookup ocean carrier SCAC codes by carrier or forwarder name.

53 of 89 analyzed container ports (60%) reported increased port congestion between May and June.

Optimizing your logistics network starts with measuring its performance. 

The latest Beacon platform updates include ocean carrier haul tracking and support for multi-factor authentication.

While no port in the region currently ranks in the top 10 container ports globally, 12 of the top 100 by container volume are located in MENA.

Supplier performance scorecards are an essential tool for businesses wanting to measure and improve the quality of supplier relationships.

Of the world's 100 largest ports by container volumes, 35 are located in East Asia, 10 in SE Asia and 4 in South Asia. A further 7 are located in the Middle East.

Recent rises in ocean freight rates in response to increased shipping demand have thus far had little impact on global port congestion.

Lookup air waybill prefix codes for the world's major cargo airlines.

Stats and facts about Australia's leading cargo ports.

Container port congestion statistics and insights for May 2024.

Increasing disruption, shifting consumer expectations and demand for emissions transparency have raised the importance of supply chain visibility for retailers.

In a profession dominated by abbreviations and jargon, it can be difficult to master the language of supply chain management. We're breaking down some of the most confusing terms.

Everything you need to know about Vietnam's biggest cargo ports, where they are located, cargo volumes, and the role they play in global trade.

This month, the Beacon platform experience is getting a new look and feel with the launch of Beacon Hub.

Supply chain technology is always changing, and as it does it likes to drop new words into the supply chain technology lexicon.

Get the stats behind Spain's largest ports including location, cargo volumes, and their vital roles in global trade.

Everything you need to know about China's largest ports, including locations, cargo volumes, key commodities, and trade significance.

Learn about France's biggest ports, from Le Havre to Marseille, and their importance in global trade, including cargo volumes and key industries.

Your shared workspaces just got more powerful. This month, we’re taking another leap forward in our mission to transform supply chain collaboration and connectivity with the launch of third party Live Board access.

Indian cargo port facts and statistics including container throughput, bulk tonnage, locations and significance in global trade.

Navigating the world of ocean container shipping requires a specialized vocabulary. We’re breaking down nine of the most perplexing terms.

The latest Beacon platform updates include customizable notifications, point-to-point sailing schedules, and an enhanced API that supports seamless integration with your systems. Plus, we've made Live Board sharing easier than ever!

Navigating the world of logistics can feel like deciphering a foreign language, with a plethora of industry-specific jargon and acronyms often causing confusion.

From its pivotal role in assessing carrier performance to its ability to uncover hidden efficiencies and foster substantial business growth, we explore how harnessing data-driven insights can revolutionize supply chain operations.

Explore the pivotal role of exception management in navigating supply chain disruptions. Learn how real-time alerts and effective exception management can transform challenges into strategic advantages for businesses.

In a world where supply chain complexities are ever-increasing, unified freight tracking emerges as a strategic necessity. Explore how consolidated tracking can boost operational efficiency, better risk management, and improve customer satisfaction.

Warehouse management involves a range of specialized terms and concepts that can be confusing, especially for those new to the field. Here, we break down seven of the most perplexing terms.

We're kicking off 2024 by furthering our multi-modal capabilities with the release of road freight tracking and delivering enhanced visibility with custom data fields.

There's no getting around risk in supply chains. Here's what you need to know to protect your inventory with best-practice supply chain risk management...

How to avoid supply chain penalties and keep your customers happy through better supply chain collaboration...

Split your supply chain visibility into three distinct areas - tracking, collaboration and analytics - and see where you’re already winning, and where you can improve...

Still using emails and spreadsheets to collaborate across your supply chain? It's time to use supply chain collaboration software. Here's how...

The Red Sea crisis and associated disruption to shipping through the Suez Canal highlights the value of supply chain visibility in crisis management.

Our latest releases include ocean container spot rate tracking, days off quay reporting, a new look for shipment cards and SSO support.

The ultimate guide to supply chain visibility software, and how to choose the best tool for your business...

Supply chain visibility delivers strategic and financial benefits that make it one of the best investments a business can make.

10,000 Magic Kidz Glitter Dolls sitting on a quay at Europoort. Somewhere, something's gone wrong... here's how supply chain collaboration software helps you...

Discover a host of new features designed to streamline supply chain collaboration, break down information silos and improve inbound visibility for warehouses.

Your ultimate guide to sustainable supply chain management, including the best sustainable supply chain software for your business...

Learn how to remove manual processes from your container tracking and use technology to track everything in one place...

A step-by-step guide for how you can achieve supply chain decarbonization. Clue: it all starts with having full visibility...

Learn what's new in Beacon this month.

Dig into all things supply chain automation and learn how to set up your organisation to reap the benefits of AI.

Discover what's new in Beacon this month.

A robust data infrastructure is foundational to realising the benefits of big data in supply chain management.

Controlling supply chain risk goes hand-in-hand with achieving a high level of supply chain visibility. We explore what exactly supply chain visibility means and the benefits of making it a priority.

Read how Beacon's platform helps Fever Tree improve collaboration and customer lead-times whilst reducing cost

Learn how the team at Known improved productivity and efficiency as well as customer satisfaction.

October's latest insights from the world of ocean and air.

June's latest insights from the world of ocean and air in 2022.

May's latest insights from the world of ocean and air.

April's latest insights from the world of ocean, air and road.

March's latest insights from the world of ocean, air and road.

February's latest insights from the world of ocean, air and road.

December's latest insights from the world of ocean and air.

November's latest insights from the world of ocean and air.

September's latest insights from the world of ocean and air.

August's latest insights from the world of ocean and air.

July's latest insights from the world of ocean and air.

June's latest insights from the world of ocean and air in 2021.

May's latest insights from the world of air.

Learn how Beacon streamlines the multitude of interactions that take place between shippers, suppliers and forwarders to prepare orders for shipment.

Stats and facts about Polands major cargo ports.

Tilda struggled to verify whether containers were shipped and get accurate ETAs. They needed a solution that could provide accurate and timely tracking data.

January's latest insights from the world of ocean, air and road.