supply chain

Supply Chain Finance: When Cash Flow Becomes the “Invisible Logistics” of Vietnamese Businesses

For many Vietnamese companies, logistics has long meant transport, warehousing and customs procedures. Yet as global supply chains grow more complex, another layer of “invisible logistics” is proving critical: cash flow.

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Green Logistics and the Road to Net Zero: From National Pledges to Supply Chain Action

Green Logistics and the Road to Net Zero: From National Pledges to Supply Chain Action

Vietnam’s pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 has put every sector of the economy under a new kind of spotlight. Logistics – with its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and energy-intensive infrastructure – is one of the first fields to be called out.

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Vietnam’s Logistics Talent: From “Short and Weak” to a Strategic Supply Chain Workforce

Vietnam’s Logistics Talent: From “Short and Weak” to a Strategic Supply Chain Workforce

Over the past decade, logistics has become a backbone of Vietnam’s trade, consistently growing faster than GDP. Port clusters, industrial zones, logistics centres and booming e-commerce have created surging demand for labour at every level, from warehouse workers to supply chain strategists.

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Vietnam’s Port Clusters Amid a Global Supply Chain Reshuffle

Vietnam’s Port Clusters Amid a Global Supply Chain Reshuffle

The wave of production and order shifts out of China and the broader trend toward supply chain diversification are creating a rare opportunity for Vietnam’s seaport system. Many multinational corporations are moving parts of their manufacturing and distribution footprints to “rising stars” such as Vietnam, India and Turkey.

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U&I Logistics honoured as “Green enterprise of Ho Chi Minh City 2025”

U&I Logistics honoured as “Green enterprise of Ho Chi Minh City 2025”

At the Ceremony to Honor and Confer the Title “Green Enterprise of Ho Chi Minh City 2025,” U&I Logistics Corporation (U&I Logistics) was officially awarded the Green Enterprise certificate by the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee. The title, granted under Decision No. 3329/QD-UBND dated 20 December 2025, recognizes the company’s consistent efforts in building a green logistics model, reducing emissions and enhancing its responsibility to the community.

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Supply chain control towers and digital twins: Do they really make supply chains less fragile?

Supply chain control towers and digital twins: Do they really make supply chains less fragile?

After five years of continuous shocks – pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, extreme weather and shifting trade policies – global supply chains can no longer be run on the assumption that “lowest cost wins.” One recent set of statistics suggests that in 2024 alone, about 80% of organizations experienced at least one supply chain disruption, with many facing multiple breakdowns.

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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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The U.S. - Mexico Border “Speeds Up”: Where Should You Lock Capacity for Your 2026 Supply Chain?

The U.S. - Mexico Border “Speeds Up”: Where Should You Lock Capacity for Your 2026 Supply Chain?

Laredo has become America’s busiest trade gateway as carriers and retailers shift orders to the Mexico - U.S. corridor to ride nearshoring. Infrastructure is accelerating - from CPKC cross-border rail to new freight corridors. But where should you “bet” to cut lead time and curb congestion risk?

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Hong Kong: From Mega Airport to the “Capital” of Green Maritime Finance

Hong Kong: From Mega Airport to the “Capital” of Green Maritime Finance

In the broader picture of global supply-chain restructuring, Hong Kong is actively redefining its position: not only as the traditional gateway for East–West trade, but also as a “dual ecosystem” where aviation and maritime activities are closely tied to green finance. Alongside Hong Kong Maritime Week 2025, the thematic sessions titled “Hong Kong: Global Maritime Capital” highlight the city’s new strategy of connecting the sky, the sea and capital flows for the next generation of logistics.

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Tech Reset 2025: The Supply Chain Investment Landscape

Tech Reset 2025: The Supply Chain Investment Landscape

The 2025 technology market survey by Inbound Logistics shows a strong upswing in vendor revenues; 58% of companies reported growth of 10% or more over the past year, reflecting the pressing need for digitization and automation amid rising labor costs and persistent talent shortages. This “tech reset” is not an impulsive buying spree but a disciplined re-ordering of solution portfolios by business impact, time to value, and organizational readiness.

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“Supply Chain Reset”: 7 Trends Reshaping Manufacturing

“Supply Chain Reset”: 7 Trends Reshaping Manufacturing

In 2025, the “reset” of supply chains is no longer a passing slogan but a new operating architecture that lets manufacturers live with volatility, optimize the cost–service equation, and meet sustainability expectations. The focus is on regionalizing networks, intelligent automation, quantified shock buffers, bringing emissions into decisions, and running operations with digital twins.

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Agile Supply Chains: A New Advantage on the Capital Market

Agile Supply Chains: A New Advantage on the Capital Market

Global disruptions in recent years - from transport breakdowns and raw material shortages to shifts in trade policies - have turned the concept of supply chain agility from an internal slogan into a genuine financial indicator.

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Smart Supply Chains: In-house, Outsource, or Alliance?

Smart Supply Chains: In-house, Outsource, or Alliance?

In an era of constant global supply chain disruption, the decision to manufacture in-house, outsource, or build alliances is no longer just a matter of cost. It has become a strategic choice that determines a company’s speed, adaptability, and ability to control risk.

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The Power of AI and Predictive Capabilities in Supply Chain Management

The Power of AI and Predictive Capabilities in Supply Chain Management

AI is no longer unfamiliar. The question is how to turn it into a true “operational capability” in supply chain management (SCM), rather than a handful of isolated pilots. The answer lies in how companies combine predictive analytics with clean data, clear decision processes, and disciplined execution from sourcing to distribution.

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Supply-Chain Orchestration and Recovery 2025: Beyond “Visibility”

Supply-Chain Orchestration and Recovery 2025: Beyond “Visibility”

Many organizations have realized that a control tower alone is not enough; the next step is proactive orchestration and rapid recovery driven by real-world event data—where decisions are standardized, auditable, and auto-triggered by thresholds.

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ESG 2025: From Reporting to Supply-Chain Accountability

ESG 2025: From Reporting to Supply-Chain Accountability

2025 marks a turning point: companies must demonstrate supply-chain transparency under CSRD and conduct supplier due diligence under CSDDD, shifting from a mindset of “reporting” to “accountability” with verifiable data, processes, and measurable outcomes.

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How Supply Chains Survive: Red Sea Turbulence and a Parched Panama Canal?

How Supply Chains Survive: Red Sea Turbulence and a Parched Panama Canal?

Delays and costs are climbing as the Red Sea crisis drags on and the Panama Canal faces water-level constraints, forcing companies to adopt data-driven orchestration, multi-option transport strategies, and technology-based insurance to keep supply chains predictable and under control.

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Air Cargo Industry Lowers Growth Forecast – A New Warning for the Global Supply Chain

Air Cargo Industry Lowers Growth Forecast – A New Warning for the Global Supply Chain

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has just lowered its forecast for global air cargo volume growth in 2025 to only +0.7%, a steep drop from the previously projected 5.8%. Revenue from the cargo sector is expected to decline by 4.7% to USD 142 billion.

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DHL Extends Contract with Cargojet – A Strategic Move to Strengthen the Global Air Cargo Supply Chain

DHL Extends Contract with Cargojet – A Strategic Move to Strengthen the Global Air Cargo Supply Chain

In a global air cargo market under pressure from trade volatility and declining consumer demand, DHL’s early extension of its contract with Cargojet until 2033 signals a proactive strategy to strengthen transport capacity, expand network coverage, and optimize costs. This agreement not only has a significant impact on the North American market but also opens new opportunities and challenges for Vietnam’s air logistics sector.

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When ESG Determines the Fate of the Supply Chain

When ESG Determines the Fate of the Supply Chain

No longer just a decorative message in annual reports, ESG is becoming a pivotal factor in securing funding, signing international contracts, and maintaining competitive advantage for global enterprises.

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Training Supply Chain Experts: From Academia to Practical Application

Training Supply Chain Experts: From Academia to Practical Application

In the race for digital transformation and global supply chain optimization, having a highly skilled workforce is no longer a competitive advantage but a basic requirement. However, the significant gap between academic theory and practical business needs is leaving many companies struggling to find professionals with comprehensive capabilities in strategy, technology, and operations.

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Đào tạo chuyên gia supply chain: từ học thuật đến thực tiễn

Đào tạo chuyên gia supply chain: từ học thuật đến thực tiễn

Trong cuộc đua chuyển đổi số và tối ưu chuỗi cung ứng toàn cầu, nhân lực trình độ cao không còn là lợi thế mà là điều kiện tối thiểu. Tuy nhiên, khoảng trống lớn giữa lý thuyết giảng đường và yêu cầu thực tế đang khiến nhiều doanh nghiệp khát nguồn chuyên gia có năng lực toàn diện về chiến lược, công nghệ và vận hành.

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