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Fuel surcharges are not a bargaining problem, but a supply chain design problem

Fuel surcharges are not a bargaining problem, but a supply chain design problem

For many import-export companies, fuel surcharges are treated as an extra burden to be negotiated down. But from a supply chain management perspective, BAF and inland fuel surcharges are in fact indicators of how lean - or fragmented - a logistics network really is. The more scattered the cargo organization, the more fuel volatility is amplified into direct cost pressure.

Vietnam and the endurance test of global logistics

Vietnam and the endurance test of global logistics

Vietnam is not at the epicentre of major geopolitical conflict, but it is highly exposed to the economic aftershocks of almost every major logistics disruption. With one of the highest trade-to-GDP ratios in the region, turbulence in Hormuz, Suez, the Red Sea or other strategic corridors can quickly feed into Vietnam through fuel costs, ocean freight, transit time, delivery schedules, export orders and multinational expectations. When Vietnam is placed in the context of global supply chains shif

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Hormuz: a late warning for global trade

Hormuz: a late warning for global trade

The Strait of Hormuz usually dominates headlines only when the Middle East turns volatile. Yet from a logistics and trade-structure perspective, Hormuz is not a “new shock” at all. It is a repeated reminder of a deeper weakness in globalization: too much of the world’s energy and strategic cargo still moves through too few gateways. That is the core argument running through the uploaded document, and it becomes even more compelling

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Dung Quat Refinery Runs Steadily at 124-125% Capacity, Securing Fuel Supply During Tet

Dung Quat Refinery Runs Steadily at 124-125% Capacity, Securing Fuel Supply During Tet

Amid forecasts of surging fuel demand during Lunar New Year (Tet) - the Year of the Fire Horse 2026 and the regulator’s strict requirement to prevent any localized shortages, Binh Son Refining and Petrochemical Joint Stock Company (BSR) has implemented an assertive operating plan: maintaining safe, efficient and continuous operations at the Dung Quat Refinery at 124-125% of “equivalent capacity”

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Vietnam towards the sea: Cai Mep-Thi Vai - Opportunities & Actions

Vietnam towards the sea: Cai Mep-Thi Vai - Opportunities & Actions

On December 26, 2025, at the Tan Cang – Cai Mep port cluster, Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP), in coordination with the Ho Chi Minh City Logistics and Seaports Association (HLA), hosted the seminar “Vietnam Towards the Sea: Cai Mep–Thi Vai – Opportunities & Action.” The seminar brought together representatives from state management agencies, industry associations, shipping lines, and domestic and international logistics and import–export enterprises, both in person and online.

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“Green Skies” 2050: Decarbonization Pressure on the Air Cargo Supply Chain

“Green Skies” 2050: Decarbonization Pressure on the Air Cargo Supply Chain

As air cargo volumes keep rising, the industry’s emissions picture is heating up. Aviation currently accounts for around 2.1% of human-made CO₂ emissions and about 12% of transport-related emissions overall. In 2024, airlines emitted roughly 942 million tonnes of CO₂, and only about 1% of that was mitigated through carbon credits and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

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Methanol - Ammonia: A Transition Pathway for Vietnam’s Fleet?

Methanol - Ammonia: A Transition Pathway for Vietnam’s Fleet?

No longer confined to demonstration models, methanol and ammonia are moving into practical deployment at ever-larger scales.

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Malaysia Tightens AIS and Anchorage/STS: A Lesson for Fighting Illicit Ship-to-Ship Transfers in the South China Sea

Malaysia Tightens AIS and Anchorage/STS: A Lesson for Fighting Illicit Ship-to-Ship Transfers in the South China Sea

From the start of Q3/2025, a string of signals from Malaysia shows the authorities have moved from “advice” to “tightening” with respect to anchorage and ship-to-ship (STS) transfers in waters under Malaysian jurisdiction.

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Panama Blocks Ships Over 15 Years Old: Raising the Compliance Bar

Panama Blocks Ships Over 15 Years Old: Raising the Compliance Bar

Panama has “closed the books” on registering oil tankers and bulk carriers more than 15 years old. Experts say this move is aimed at blocking the “shadow fleet,” lifting the compliance bar, and signaling what Vietnamese businesses need to prepare for.

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From Oil Sanctions to Container Shipping: “Red Lines” of Compliance for Vietnamese Businesses

From Oil Sanctions to Container Shipping: “Red Lines” of Compliance for Vietnamese Businesses

Over the past three years, the maritime world has operated within a “new risk band”: from the G7’s oil price cap to crackdowns on the “shadow fleet” carrying Iranian and Russian oil. What changed in 2024–2025 is that sanctions are no longer confined to tankers; enforcement has been “spilling over” into the container supply chain via AIS monitoring, rules on anchorage/ship-to-ship (STS) transfers, insurance paperwork, legal attestations, and partner screening.

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The Sanctions Trap in Maritime Shipping – From Oil to Containers

The Sanctions Trap in Maritime Shipping – From Oil to Containers

Sanctions once targeted oil tankers have now expanded into the container shipping industry. This shift has unwittingly created a new legal punch, full of risk. It’s no longer just a matter of cargo; it’s a test of logistics chain governance in a deeply globalized and politicized world.

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Quy hoạch chi tiết phát triển vùng đất, vùng nước cảng biển Huế thời kỳ 2021-2030, tầm nhìn đến năm 2050

Quy hoạch chi tiết phát triển vùng đất, vùng nước cảng biển Huế thời kỳ 2021-2030, tầm nhìn đến năm 2050

Bộ Xây dựng đã ban hành Quyết định số 1019/QĐ-BXD vào ngày 04/7/2025 phê duyệt Quy hoạch chi tiết phát triển vùng đất, vùng nước cảng biển Huế thời kỳ 2021-2030, tầm nhìn đến năm 2050.

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Logistics and Agricultural Supply Chains in Southeast Asia: Solutions for Sustainable Supply Chains

Logistics and Agricultural Supply Chains in Southeast Asia: Solutions for Sustainable Supply Chains

Southeast Asia, with its rich and diverse agricultural sector, plays a crucial role in global agricultural trade. However, the region also faces significant challenges in developing sustainable agricultural supply chains, particularly in the context of climate change and increasing consumer demand.

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Manzhouli is Transforming into a Border Industrial Hub

Manzhouli is Transforming into a Border Industrial Hub

(VLR) As China's largest land port, Manzhouli is expanding beyond its traditional role as a "transit station." By promoting local processing of grain, oil and timber, the city is steadily evolving into a regional industrial hub.

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Cepsa Operates Europe’s First Hybrid Diesel-Electric Refueling Barge

Cepsa Operates Europe’s First Hybrid Diesel-Electric Refueling Barge

In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of the maritime industry, energy company Cepsa has taken the lead in deploying Europe’s first hybrid diesel-electric refueling barge. This marks a major step forward in cutting emissions from cargo ships, helping the maritime sector better comply with increasingly stringent global emission regulations.

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Electric Barges: A Green Solution for Vietnam’s Inland Waterway Transport

Electric Barges: A Green Solution for Vietnam’s Inland Waterway Transport

As climate change becomes an increasingly urgent issue, the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions has never been more critical. The introduction of electric barges in inland waterway transport is emerging as a pioneering and sustainable solution in Vietnam. With its unique geographical features, extensive river networks, and a growing demand for cargo transportation, Vietnam holds immense potential for the development of electric waterway transport.

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Lessons from the Past: Are the New Tariffs Repeating the Smoot-Hawley Scenario?

Lessons from the Past: Are the New Tariffs Repeating the Smoot-Hawley Scenario?

The imposition of new U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China is raising concerns about its negative impact on the global economy, reminiscent of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930. Is history repeating itself?

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Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Removing “Institutional Bottlenecks”

Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Removing “Institutional Bottlenecks”

Recently, General Secretary To Lam has frequently spoken about “bottlenecks.” He identifies the three biggest current bottlenecks as institutions, infrastructure, and human resources, noting that institutions represent the “bottleneck of all bottlenecks.” In Ba Ria – Vung Tau (BRVT), the Provincial Party Committee and the People’s Committee have actively addressed the institutional bottleneck for many years.

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Technological Innovation and the Path Toward a Carbon-Free Supply Chain

Technological Innovation and the Path Toward a Carbon-Free Supply Chain

In the global effort to reduce carbon emissions and achieve sustainability goals, the logistics and supply chain sector has emerged as a critical focus for decarbonization solutions. Leveraging advanced technology and aiming for circular value chains, businesses can significantly enhance efficiency and cut emissions. However, success will only come when companies combine technology with strategic, far-reaching collaboration.

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Port of Corpus Christi: A Global Crude Oil Export Hub

Port of Corpus Christi: A Global Crude Oil Export Hub

(VLR) In recent years, the Port of Corpus Christi in Texas has emerged as one of the most important hubs on the global crude oil trade map. Since the U.S. crude oil export ban was lifted in 2015, this port has rapidly developed, becoming a leading center for crude oil refining and liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports in the United States. This growth has had a significant impact not only on the local economy but also on reshaping the global energy market.

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Ba Ria - Vung Tau: Breakthrough Growth, Laying the Foundation for Sustainable Development

Ba Ria - Vung Tau: Breakthrough Growth, Laying the Foundation for Sustainable Development

In the first nine months of 2024, Ba Ria - Vung Tau (BRVT) Province witnessed outstanding achievements in economic, social, and defense-security fields. Particularly, the Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) growth reached its most impressive level in the past decade. The 22nd Conference of the Provincial Party Executive Committee summarized these results and outlined action plans for the last three months of the year.

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Ba Ria – Vung Tau: Breakthrough for Sustainable Growth

Ba Ria – Vung Tau: Breakthrough for Sustainable Growth

The "2024 Conference on Dialogue between Provincial Leaders and Businesses, Investors" took place on September 25, 2024, in Ba Ria – Vung Tau (BRVT). The Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, Mr. Nguyen Van Tho, emphasized that the province is committed to listening and sharing, in order to overcome challenges and create favorable conditions for businesses and investors, aiming for sustainable development.

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