Ports are never a quiet place to work: no matter how well they are run or how effectively they are built, they are, by definition, hubs of activity. In these recent times, in particular, that activity has come with its challenges, and the greater...
Tag - shipping
While ‘shipping’ always brings to mind ocean-going cargo vessels, this industry comprises of a range of land bound logistics such as rail, road and even airborne vessels. Often one of the first industries to be hit with expensive taxation and...
If Covid has taught us anything, it’s that even the most unexpected of things can happen. This means that the way we do things and what we once took for granted may not be the best or safest ways to do them anymore. In order to combat that...
When running a business there are many things that we don’t love to do and there are many things that we do not love to do. But of course we do them anyway to ensure that our business is successful. Sometimes filing tax returns, and even trips to...
Overseeing the regulation of the entire port sector of Mauritius and its surrounding islands, the Mauritius Port Authority has committed to an enormous roster of responsibilities and there is no sign of struggle. Founded in 1976, the then Mauritius...
A.P. Møller – Mærsk (Maersk) is one of the largest transport and logistics companies in the world, and its vast operations are getting more digitalised by the day. We took a closer look at the Danish conglomerate to see what its latest steps...
As you probably know, online shopping has caused a drastic rise in the amount of shipping and delivery to individuals on a daily basis. This raises issues that one might expect, such as dealing with the volume or keeping track of that much data, but...
2020 has a good ring to it, doesn’t it? It’s a satisfying-looking date, and with it, there’s the implied promise of a fresh start, a positive future, or the next step in our current journey. It’s time to review our ‘2020 Visions’ and see which goals...
It’s the winter holiday season again! As I write this, the Americans in our office are gearing up for Thanksgiving, and by the time you’re reading it, it’s December! If you’re celebrating Hanukah, Christmas or the Winter Solstice this year, we hope...
Expanding your company across borders is a fantastic way to expand your business and diversify your product. Whether you’ve made international connections at a trade fair, or you’re ready to switch to an international manufacturer, going global can...
