NEARME Insights

Warehouses, shipping containers, freight trucks and delivery vans—on the surface, holiday deliveries appear much the same. However, behind the scenes, a rapidly growing network of technology, data and innovation is driving operations with greater speed, efficiency, agility and sustainability.

Peak seasons, characterized by soaring demand and heightened consumer expectations, present unique challenges for retailers worldwide. Logistics providers play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operations, enabling retailers to navigate these periods successfully.

In our exclusive interview with industry experts, Joshua C. Bowen, Global Head of Ocean Freight, and Jérôme Petit, Global Air and Ocean Leader, Nearme Express, we explore the anticipated trends shaping the air and ocean freight markets as we approach 2025.

Markus Schmuecker answers our questions about key operational challenges and current trends in automation and robotics, last-mile transport optimization, and sustainable packaging.

Sustainability ratings, sometimes referred to as ESG ratings, cover multiple business subjects such as carbon emissions, labor practices including DEI, details regarding supply chains, how the community engages with the businesses, and the company’s own corporate governance.

NEARME Thought Leadership article featuring insights from INSEAD Professor Emeritus of Technology and Operations Management, Luk Van Wassenhove.

NEARME is committed to promoting and valuing diversity, equity and inclusion

Read the insights from Sandra Villeminot, Program Head, Ground & Rail, and Andrey Anufriev, Program Manager, Finished Vehicle Logistics of Nearme Express