Prices in European road transport increase in Q1 2021
In their “Road Freight Rate Development Benchmark“, TI analysts determined that the average European route rate in the first three months of the year was 1118 euros. The price index used in the report is calculated on the basis of around 250 million prices and rates in Europe. According to the report, prices rose despite […]
Corona virus COVID-19: How will supply chains evolve in a post-pandemic phase?
Today, those of us who work in supply chain management and regularly talk to clients about their risk management strategies are trying to understand the year. What has changed? How will supply chains evolve? What needs to work better for supply chains to recover quickly from similarly disruptive events? To understand what the future holds, […]
These tasks in your company should be carried out by external professionals
Imagine you wanted to move your TV at home. However, there are no sockets in the new location and you don’t want to work with extension cables. Would you then courageously grab a hammer and chisel, chisel cable slots into the wall and install new sockets in the desired location? After all, you may already […]
Transport logistics: Good planning is half the battle
E-commerce is booming and online traders should already be preparing for further increases in demand for their products. The best way to do this is with partners who are as digital as they are – like Saloodo! It is best to discuss the expected workload by the end of the year so that resources and […]
Supply chain: 5 trends that will be important in 2021
1. Sustainability is crucial for success in 2021 A key point that often comes up when discussing supply chain trends in 2021 is green logistics. In addition to benefiting society as a whole and protecting the environment and natural resources, sustainable models are also becoming cost-effective and improving customer loyalty. For Millennials, the trend is […]
HGV truck toll: Toll changes in 2021
Austria Austria increased tolls for HGVs of 3.5 t or more with four or more axles from the beginning of 2021. The basic kilometre rate of the Austrian road toll for charging infrastructure costs was adjusted to the inflation rate and increased by 1.5 per cent. The reduction of 1.5 percent for trucks with the […]
4 sustainable changes your business can make in 2021
Yet in the wake of coronavirus, this effort has been superseded by pressing financial concerns, which begs the question: how do you balance sustainability while recession proofing your business? Not exactly a desirable task, but as a business owner, it’s one you must undertake. Read on as we take a look at a few simple […]
Saloodo! certifies sustainable transport companies
Customers of forwarding companies are increasingly requesting environmentally friendly transport services and more and more transport companies are also recognising the potential of green technologies and solutions. Saloodo! has made it its mission to provide a platform for this commitment and to reward green pioneers in the industry.
4 essential packaging considerations to optimise your supply chain
To help you on this quest, the packaging aficionados over at No1 Packaging will be sharing some essential considerations when it comes to your packaging choices in this guest article. With the right packaging solutions, you can ensure goods arrive intact, while also improving space utilisation during shipping and storage. Packaging materials Nowadays there’s a […]
3 ways to champion hygiene across your supply chain
Of course, you want to do all you can to ensure the health and safety of all your employees working throughout the supply chain. That’s why, in this article, we’re showing you 3 ways you can champion hygiene across your supply chain, adhering to proper sanitation amidst the ongoing pandemic and beyond. Improve your inventory […]
