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Q&A: Challenging perceptions in logistics Freight Industry Times talks to Bethany Windsor, Programme Manager at Generation Logistics, the industry-led, Government-backed initiative tasked with finding the next generation of logistics talent.
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Windows of opportunity From 1 January 2024 it will be compulsory for ports around the world to operate Maritime Single Windows (MSWs) for the electronic exchange of information required on ships’ arrival at a port, their stay and their departure. Julian Abril Garcia, Head of Facilitation Section, IMO, explains how MSWs will help to accelerate digitalisation and decarbonisation in international shipping.
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Make the connection David Wells, Chief Executive at Logistics UK, highlights the priorities and challenges various transportation modes are facing and explains why an interconnected multimodal approach is vital to the future success of the UK’s economy.
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Reducing risk in transit cargo International freight transport insurer TT Club is a mutual that has a unique insight into the risks associated with the multimodal movement of cargo transport units. TT has consistently underlined the responsibilities of all concerned in the global supply chain, particularly cargo owners, demanding that all parties be more aware of safety issues arising from poorly packed containers, misdeclared goods and invasive pests. Here Risk Management Director, Peregrine Storrs-Fox, explains why.
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You can’t be what you can’t see Sharon Kindleysides, Chief Executive at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, discusses the biggest issues facing women in logistics and transport, her own route into the profession as well as how she will embrace equity this year.
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