The global transport and logistics landscape continues to be plagued by an array of geopolitical impacts that effectively have squashed any hope of stability for the remainder of the year. While temporary US tariffs deals are entered into at a steady pace, the fact remains that uncertainty is ever present, pushing global supply chains into a “stop & go” mode, spiced with occasional demand catch up effects.

When a large 3D construction printer needs a lift, time is ticking, and a single handling mistake could cost months of delay and derail the budget — it’s time to call in our heavy project logistics experts. Our valued customer did just that.

Recently, our Aid & Relief team received that call from the European Commission. In close collaboration between our operations in Denmark, the Philippines, and Myanmar, they made it happen within a very tight timeframe when Myanmar was struck by an earthquake.

As much as we prefer to bring positive news to our readers within the global logistics and transportation space, this is becoming increasingly difficult due to a new global trade world order. Globe trade principles and underlying geopolitical dynamics have been subject to an array of earthquakes during the last months, triggered by the US administration's fundamentally new foreign trade policy.

Asia, the world’s largest logistics market by volume, holds vast growth potential. Seizing this opportunity requires more than just expansion—it demands an ambitious strategy, strong leadership, and an agile culture. Nicolas Moeller, COO of Asia, is leading the efforts to strengthen SGL’s regional sales organization and enhance its capabilities to support the company’s global growth ambitions. Alongside him is Isabelle Lau, Vice President of Verticals for Asia, a key figure in this initiative. Leveraging her expertise in structuring and optimizing sales processes, they collaborate closely to ensure the growth strategy is effectively executed.

With a foundation built on trust, expertise, and shared ambitions, the longstanding partnership between Mölnlycke and Scan Global Logistics (SGL) highlights how sustained collaboration can accelerate the transition to low-carbon logistics. By expanding its use of ocean biofuel, Mölnlycke is reinforcing its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions while optimising supply chain efficiency.

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Scan Global Logistics marks another milestone by entering Türkiye and establishing its first office in Istanbul. Türkiye is strategically positioned at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East and serves as a vital hub for regional and international trade.

The start of 2025 signaled some relief for shippers around the world, with the US East and Gulf Coast port strike having been averted and Houthi rebels announcing a ceasefire in the Red Sea, prompting hopes of a long-awaited return to Suez Canal passage.