Transportation Insights

This month, we discuss the top 6 factors predicted to impact the air freight market in 2024. We discuss each of the six factors in detail, sharing our insights on the potential impact each will have on the market and what shippers and freight forwarders can do to prepare. Additional Resources:  Access all 2024 Outlook material : https://hubs.ly/Q02b9d8w0 Xeneta Blog: ⁠⁠https://hubs.ly/Q023KwJ80⁠⁠...

This month, we debate the top 6 factors predicted to impact the ocean freight market in 2024. We discuss each of the six factors in detail, sharing our insights on the potential impact each will have on the market and what shippers and freight forwarders can do to prepare. We don’t hold back and promise you won’t want to miss this episode Additional Resources: Download the 2024 Ocean Freight Outlo...

This month, we take a look at 3 of the top global trades. We dive into how rates have developed, how we predict they’ll develop heading into 2024, and how carrier behaviors have impacted the spread between the spot and long-term market. Though there are similarities between trade lanes, it’s safe to say no two are the same- join us as we unravel the difference between these popular trades and gain...

The freight market is often seen as a complex game of risk management, where shippers and freight forwarders must navigate through various challenges and uncertainties. It requires a deep understanding of the industry, as well as the ability to leverage lessons from the past and unpredictable events to strengthen your strategy based on your sector. In our latest episode, Peter Sand, Chief Analyst...

Freight forwarders are facing an increase in tenders due to the low freight market and the impacts on volumes and demand, but there are still opportunities for business in this new market. Adjusting to the market requires agility, and though no one owns a crystal ball forwarders should utilize data to improve their offering and grow market share. In our latest episode, Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at...

In 2022 over 3 million TEU’s were exported from the SAEC with 70% of the container shipments being agricultural-related. These figures make the market not only essential but also a bridge between continents.  In the latest episode, Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at Xeneta, discussed the significance of the South American container shipping business in a globalized world with Julian Thomas, board member...

In the latest episode, Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at Xeneta, discussed the top 3 challenges for procurement leaders with Bernhard zur Strassen, Chief Revenue Officer at SHIPSTA. Tune in to learn how data and technology can be leveraged to overcome market volatility. Key Highlights: Top 3 challenges for procurement leaders   The evolution of supply chain complexity The usage of smart data to overcom...

In the latest episode, Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at Xeneta, discussed the key aspects of the global reefer business with Thomas Eskesen, Founder of Eskesen Advisory. Tune in to learn key recommendations for future contract negotiations if you are struggling due to rapidly changing market and supply chain disruptions. Key Highlights The ripple effect from the increase in blanked sailings Are we hea...

In this episode of Transportation Insights , Peter Sand , Chief analyst at Xeneta, discussed what digitalization means from a shipper or BCO perspective with Mr. Kris Kosmala , Partner at Click and Connect. The conversation reflected on ways in which digital solutions can be an enabler of sustainability in the supply chain industry.  Kris also talked about the future of digital advancements i...

The Xeneta ocean & air podcast series is back to spice up your freight insights!! In this episode, Xeneta's Chief analyst, Peter Sand , is joined by Patrik Berglund, CEO and Co-founder at Xeneta, Niall van de Wouw , Chief Air freight officer at Xeneta and Emily Stausbøll , Market analyst at Xeneta, to debate top 7 factors that he suspects will impact the ocean & air freight markets in 2023...

Heiko Schwarz, Chief Revenue Officer & Co-Founder at Riskmethods shares his perspective on what's key to crisis recovery and long-term supply chain resilience.   • What trends and insights do you see in your risk intelligence data? • What will be the main challenges in the economic-recovery phase and long term?   • How to manage and mitigate risk during crisis recovery? • What is the...

Philippe Gilbert, President, Supply Chain Solutions at UPS shares his perspective on the changing face of supply chains in a post-COVID-19 world.    1. What are some anticipated new supply chain trends/change of practice coming out of this crisis? 2. Even though demand is returning, it will probably be a different type of demand. How do you anticipate consumer demand to be post-crisis, a...

Heiko Schuhmacher, SVP Airfreight Europe at Kuehne-Nagel shares his perspective on the evolution of the air freight market in a post-COVID-19 world.

Post-Pandemic World: Coronavirus Crisis and the Trade War

Brian Bourke, Chief Growth Officer, SEKO Logistics, and Hans Hickler, CEO & Founder, Ellipsis Advisors join us to talk about the bullwhip effect in a COVID-19 world.

Stuart Whiting​, Sr. VP Logistics & Planning, Global Supply Chain​ at Schneider Electric shares how they have optimized their sourcing strategy to deal with the COVID-19 disruption.

Lars Jensen​, CEO, SeaIntelligence Consulting, shares his perspective on equipment shortage, demand, rates etc., and an outlook on what to further expect as the world deals with COVID-19.

Christian Roeloffs, Founder & CEO of xChange, joins us to talk about the current state of container availability forecast, demurrage charges and partner reliability.

Marine fuel expert, Adrian Tolson, Director and Lead at Blue Insight, joins us to talk about the changing face of oil prices and how supply chains are stretched given the current crisis.

TAC Index, Business Development Dir., Robert Frei and CLIVE, Managing Dir. Niall van de Wouw join us to give an update on the current state of air freight spot pricing and capacity.

Journal of Commerce, BCO Engagement Manager, Dustin Braden dives into a discussion regarding how shippers are handling the current crisis and how demand cycles will evolve.

Nippon Express, Global Head of Business Development, Marc Moss, speaks to Xeneta and gives observations into how they are servicing customers switching from ocean to air.

The monthly XSI® Public Indices report gives an indication of the global market movements in the container shipping industry focusing on the long-term market for the biggest regions in the world: Global index: 1. Far East indices (import/export) 2. Europe indices (import/export) 3. US Indices (import/export) Access the XSI Public Indices Reports (PDF) here: www.xeneta.com/xsi-public-indices

The monthly XSI® Public Indices report gives an indication of the global market movements in the container shipping industry focusing on the long-term market for the biggest regions in the world: Global index: 1. Far East indices (import/export) 2. Europe indices (import/export) 3. US Indices (import/export) Access the XSI Public Indices Reports (PDF) here: www.xeneta.com/xsi-public-indices

The monthly XSI® Public Indices report gives an indication of the global market movements in the container shipping industry focusing on the long-term market for the biggest regions in the world: Global index: 1. Far East indices (import/export) 2. Europe indices (import/export) 3. US Indices (import/export) Access the XSI Public Indices Reports (PDF) here: www.xeneta.com/xsi-public-indices