Supply Chain Asia - July 5, 2018

Jul 05, 2018

China's antitrust regulators recently approved COSCO Shipping's purchase of OOIL, the parent company of OOCL.

HNA Group pulls out of Aussie logistics deal — www.arnnet.com.au

China's debt-saddled HNA Group has cancelled its $280 million purchase of an Australian logistics business, with the seller citing cashflow problems.

A leap of faith in logistics' last mile — www.businesstimes.com.sg

EVEN in the dog-eat-dog world of the logistics industry, pooches will sometimes have to stick together.

Myanmar approves new express delivery providers — www.mmtimes.com

The government has officially granted permission to a total of seven new registered express delivery providers to carry out operations in Myanmar.

Local forwarders must diversify in Vietnam — theloadstar.co.uk A surging Vietnamese economy has created space for local forwarders to expand across South-east Asia, but it is also attracting international 3PLs, creating fierce competition.

Reaching for the peak in logistics business in Malaysia

For Datuk Seri Mohniandi Harikrishnasamy, better known as M. Andy within his professional circle, it came at a time when he was looking absent-mindedly at a building while catching a break on his bike.

> UPCOMING EVENTS

Indirect Procurement Forum, July 11 (Shanghai)

Find out how to cut costs and achieve organizational excellence from strategic sourcing to spend management initiatives, with proven strategies in China.

Cross-Border E-Commerce Logistics Forum, July 12 (Shanghai)

Top executives from leading companies will discuss the latest cross-border e-commerce trends and its impact on logistics, warehousing and transportation.

Digital Procurement Forum, July 17 (Jakarta)

Hear how leading companies in Indonesia are working on harnessing data and using technologies to support value-creation in procurement.

Supply Chain Planning & Forecasting Forum, July 18 (Jakarta) This exclusive forum will help companies to achieve a transition from simple forecast to S&OP by looking closely at blockers of change, incorporation of financial analysis and cross-functional alignment.

> STAT OF THE WEEK

> LATEST POSITIONS

Director of Advanced Supply Chain

The eMobility Director of Advanced Supply Chain is responsible for leading global supply chain strategy and sourcing activities. In this role, you will define, communicate and execute a global sourcing strategy.

Supply Chain Director, Asia Pacific (PRM)

Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring options, or recently received your MBA degree, you’ll find a variety of opportunities at Emerson.

> RESEARCH & SURVEYS

State of Logistics Thailand Survey - Findings Now Available

With the support from Toll, we conducted and released the findings of the State of Logistics Thailand Survey. This survey explores key practices and operational benchmarks in key areas of logistics, warehousing and transportation in Thailand.

LAST BUT NOT LEAST

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