The Waiting Room off Johor: Iranian tankers and the maritime grey zone east of Singapore
By Arsenio Longo, HUAX, and Saleem Khan, Pole Star Global The location 45 miles off the coast of Johor, Malaysia, often referred to as the Eastern Outer Ports Limits (EOPL) anchorage, does not look like a crisis zone. It sits around Malaysia and Singapore’s eastern approaches, off Johor, in one of the busiest maritime theatres […]
Gartner names world’s leading supply chains as AI and resilience reshape operations
Schneider Electric has retained the top spot in Gartner’s Global Supply Chain Top 25 rankings for the fourth consecutive year, with new research highlighting how artificial intelligence, resilient supply networks and end-to-end orchestration are redefining supply chain leadership. NVIDIA secured second place in the 2026 rankings, while Walmart climbed 10 places to third, reflecting significant […]
Delivery Management Systems: What supply chain teams should know
Modern supply chains face increasing pressure to deliver products faster, more accurately and with complete visibility. Customers expect real-time updates, transport costs continue to rise, and businesses must balance efficiency with sustainability. As a result, delivery management systems have become an essential technology for organisations looking to streamline logistics operations and improve customer service. From intelligent route […]
From World Cup promotions to new packaging compliance and supply chain upheaval – the role of automation in operational agility
Zero touch production lines and super slick warehouse operations enable manufacturers to quickly ramp up for major sporting event promotions and other timely opportunities to tap into massive global demand. Yet behind the scenes, the continued reliance on manual loading and unloading processes creates a huge operational overhead, demanding third party co-packing partners and significant […]
Everything you need to know about the October 2026 Total Supply Chain Summit!
The Total Supply Chain Summit provides the best experience for professionals who are looking to explore a diverse range of solutions and connect with people in a highly focused and intimate environment – secure your place today! It is an invitation only event, ensuring that the attendees are specifically targeted to benefit from the Summit. […]
Using technology and data to maximise fleet and logistics cost reductions
Transportation continues to represent one of the largest operational expenses within most supply chains. Rising fuel prices, labour shortages, vehicle maintenance costs, regulatory requirements and increasing customer expectations are placing significant pressure on logistics budgets across both the public and private sectors. At the same time, organisations are expected to deliver faster, more reliable and […]
Routing Around Risk: Protecting UK fleets on roads under pressure
The UK’s transport networks are under major strain. In fact, the Asphalt Industry Alliance predicts that the UK now faces a record £18.62 billion backlog of road repairs that would take roughly 12 years to clear. For anyone working in logistics, this is a grave concern. The RAC estimates that drivers contend with at least one million potholes on […]
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July 2026 is Software Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Make sure your products are part of the story!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in July we’ll be focusing on Software. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
Strengthening supply chains with Cyber Essentials Certification
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in cyber attacks, resulting from vulnerabilities within supply chains, including many high-profile incidents. To address this challenge, the UK Government is encouraging organisations to adopt Cyber Essentials certification, a scheme designed to establish a minimum baseline of cyber security. Managed by IASME, the National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) sole […]