Bridging global trade

With the theme of ‘Logistics Bridging Global Trade’, FIATA World Congress 2017 aims to be the optimal platform to share information and highlight ground-breaking issues CARGOTALK pertaining to the industry. in this edition focuses on a crucial subject, about involving more young professionals in the industry to garner a phenomenal change. As international business becomes increasingly borderless, more companies are expanding their markets into the global arena, thereby significantly increasing the demand for supply chain and logistics support.

The country’s diverse climate allows it to become one of the world largest producers of fruits and vegetables, but due to the lack of basic infrastructure, India is losing a good amount of revenue from perishables. CARGOTALK

throws light on the same. The current edition also delves on issues like integrated end-to-end logistics transportation where different modes of transport are efficiently linked with each other. Without compromising on safety and speed, the service provider selects most appropriate and economic mode(s) of transportation during this whole process. On the maritime front, the shipping lines and ports are pushing their limits to enable safe and secure movement of cargos. The industry is also continuously looking for latest and updated technology to make the cargo clearance effortless, speedy and efficient.

There is also a demand for intellectual abilities in the cargo and logistics industry. And on these lines, there is a feeling of optimism to overcome the challenges and uplift industry to the international standards. Moreover, it is also vital to keep reinventing to add more value in the segment.