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BDP Trendwatch: Storms from Texas to China set to worsen global ship snarls; UK delays post-Brexit import checks again; Freighter strikes and sinks anchored coaster off Vung Tau

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 37 of 2021.

industry insights
Euro area producer prices reach all-time high in July 2021

Neil Wheeldon, VP of Solutions & Innovation, reviews the latest data around Euro area producer prices and how it impacts consumers.

BDP Trendwatch: U.S. ports see shipping logjams likely extending far into 2022; Johnson’s Brexit First strategy collides with empty shop shelves; Hurricane Ida’s fallout continues to cripple U.S. oil production

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 36 of 2021.

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BDP Trendwatch: European regulator extends temporary-freighter exception into 2022; Big is beautiful to carriers in the new shipping contract ‘beauty contest’; Rails brace for gridlock after Ida hammers New Orleans hub

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 35 of 2021.

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An experienced partner for a multitude of solutions

Learn how BDP International developed a unique solution for Arkema, a specialty chemicals and advanced materials company, that led to more dependable deliveries, automation of current processes, and smooth integration of operational procedures.

industry insights
The current shipping environment for non-logisticians?

Whether you're a seasoned supply chain veteran or out of the logistician loop, understanding the challenges of today's market can be quite a head-scratcher. Neil Wheeldon, VP of Solutions & Innovation breaks down the ins and outs of how we got 'here' in his latest blog.

industry insights
How to lead when the industry is volatile

To build a truly sustainable supply chain in an era where the only stable prediction is instability, company leadership must embrace flexibility. Learn how BDP is implementing a more agile workforce directly from Chairman, Richard J. Bolte.

BDP Trendwatch: Ships resume docking at Ningbo port after two-week shutdown; Shippers under more stress as German train drivers launch second strike; Covid detected in two vessels in Chittagong in a week – Fears of the virus spread

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 34 of 2021.

industry insights
Japan's growing mountain of debt

In his latest blog, Neil Wheeldon - VP of Solutions & Innovation reviews the heavy cost burden for Japan hosting the most expensive Olympic games to date.

BDP Trendwatch: Global supply chains get battered by fresh Covid surges; Blank sailing plans for 'Golden Week' would push shipping rates even higher; U.S. container-ship bottleneck lurches near its February record

A round-up of the latest news headlines for the supply chain and logistics industry, Week 33 of 2021.