Loadstar Podcast | September 2024 | EU incendiary threats, US security tightens, air cargo surge and DB Schenker bidding wars

In Part 1, host Mike King and guests analyse the ongoing bidding war for DB Schenker, the increasing demand and rate spikes for Asia-Europe rail freight and the impact of union disputes on logistics operations in Canada, Germany, the US and India.

They also discuss the reasons behind soaring air freight rates ahead of the traditional peak season, examine new US air cargo security rules and explore the alarming threat posed to EU freight companies by incendiary devices.

In Part 2, attention turns to port operations, exploring how ports might enhance supply chain transparency and reduce risks for shippers. Representatives from Hamburg Port Authority and IKEA Supply discuss the role of ports in managing data, fostering collaboration and improving cargo traceability.

Guests

Ingrid Boqué Sastre, global strategic networks officer, Hamburg Port Authority

Stefan Krattiger, business development leader global ports, supply chain operations , IKEA Supply

Niall van de Wouw, chief airfreight officer, Xeneta

Alex Whiteman, news editor, The Loadstar

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Credits: Created, hosted and produced by Mike King.