The Chain Newsletter | November 4, 2021
The Chain Newsletter | November 4, 2021
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🚨 Everyone's talking about...
Toyota Output Plunges on Southeast Asia Supply Chain Issues — www.bloomberg.com
Its global production fell by more than a third, hurt by disrupted access to semiconductors and other key auto parts that’s weighing on Japan’s automakers.
📰 Other News
Adani Ports to exit Myanmar investment; Q2 profit falls 31% — www.livemint.com
It would abandon the Myanmar container terminal project and write down the investment if it was found to be in violation imposed by the U.S.
GEODIS invests in Geek+ AMRs for its Hong Kong DC — www.logisticsmanager.com
GEODIS has today announced the deployment of AMRs from Geek+ at its Yuen Long Warehouse Distribution Centre (YLDC) in Hong Kong.
AirAsia’s Teleport reinforces cargo play in Southeast Asia region — www.theedgemarkets.com
Teleport, the logistics venture of airasia digital, has launched its dedicated 737-800 freighter, including the unveiling of its unique livery.
EV Cargo announces new Global CFO — www.kulr8.com
Chia Min Tan joins EV Cargo as Global CFO Role to leading all EV Cargo finance functions.
🔍 Insights
Cold chain sector seen to continue growing amid pandemic — www.pna.gov.ph
A logistics company has inaugurated the country's first intelligent cold storage facility due to the growing demand for cold chain solutions
Automakers navigate challenging times — www.fastmarkets.com
Auto manufacturers have faced a bumpy ride since early 2020, its effects on the supply chain have created shortages of materials and components.
Read more relevant news and updates on the Supply Chain Asia blog.
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ProcureTech Asia Summit, Nov. 11 — www.airmeet.com
Take a deep dive into the industry alongside the chance to strategically analyze issues impacting the future of procurement technology in APAC
Intra-Logistics Asia Summit, Nov. 25 — www.airmeet.com
Bringing senior professionals with expertise in managing the logistical flow within the walls of a fulfillment or distribution center in APAC.
For the full calendar of meetups, webinars, forums and summits, click here.
📺 Featured Video
Cowen analyst: Supply chain shortages won't matter to Apple in the long-run
Cowen analyst Krish Sankar joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the impact of the supply chain shortages on Apple.
For more events' replays, interviews and other interesting clips, visit SCM.tv
🧰 Startups & Innovation
Singaporean logistics unicorn eyes Vietnam as key expansion market — www.retailnews.asia
Ninja Van set to drive a broad strategy in Vietnam to benefit from the country's strong e-logistics market.
Delhivery aims for over $5.5 billion valuation in India IPO — www.nippon.com
Delhivery is seeking a valuation of more than $5.5 billion, as the SoftBank-backed company filed for an initial public offering of up to $997.33 million
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