Container boxes: Old and new recipes to improve the competitiveness of the container trades

Background The implementation of the containers in the shipping sector was one of the major revolutions in the history of transportation, reducing the cost and increasing the speed of international trade and supporting the development of globalization. However, there are … Continue reading Container boxes: Old and new recipes to improve the competitiveness of the container trades

Impact of concession costs in the transshipment container market: a case study of the West Med

The Mediterranean is one of the most strategic shipping areas, thanks to its location within East-West trade corridor, which connect the three main trade areas in the world: Asia, America and Europe. The total container traffic in this corridor during … Continue reading Impact of concession costs in the transshipment container market: a case study of the West Med

Impact of Coronavirus on the Middle East mega projects and post Covid-19 challenges

Mega infrastructure post Covid-19 challenges Overview Ten months after its emergence, COVID-19 is still having a profound impact on the global economy. Governments around the world have opted for several policies to contain the transmission of the virus, leading to … Continue reading Impact of Coronavirus on the Middle East mega projects and post Covid-19 challenges

Trends and technology to ensure seamless and secure bonded transportation

How to ensure customs integrity throughout ports What is a bonded corridor? Bonded corridors are logistics solutions developed to connect physically-distant areas which enjoy a differentiated customs regime from the rest of the country (eg. Bonded areas), while avoiding to … Continue reading Trends and technology to ensure seamless and secure bonded transportation