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Belgium’s logistics sector isn’t standing still. From smarter ports to cleaner freight and multimodal hubs, it’s becoming the model for what’s next in European trade. Bert Geeraerts explains how—and why it matters.

UAE logistics isn’t just advancing—it’s leading. With major investments in ports, rail, and clean energy, the region is shaping the future of freight. Santosh Tirodkar from Polestar International Shipping explains how the UAE is building a logistics model the rest of the world is starting to follow.

China’s ports—led by Shanghai and Shenzhen—are redefining capacity, efficiency, and sustainability in global logistics. Marcel Gratz of Silkway (Shanghai) Supply Chain breaks down what forwarders should expect and how to plan ahead as China doubles down on automation, expansion, and green fuel infrastructure.

Brazil’s ports are under pressure as rising trade volumes clash with aging infrastructure. From Santos’ digital upgrades to nationwide expansion plans, the country is racing to modernize its maritime gateways. But will progress keep pace with demand?

With the approach of key 2025 tariff deadlines, the global shipping industry stands at a pivotal juncture. As U.S. tariffs reprieves end on July 9 for non-China trade and China faces an August 12 deadline, logistics dynamics are set for significant shifts. Murray Backhouse of Freyt World outlines critical strategies for navigating these challenges, emphasizing dynamic capacity management, diversified sourcing, and tariff engineering to mitigate disruptions and maintain resilience in a volatile trade landscape.

Argentina’s freight transportation is at a turning point. With rising e-commerce, port upgrades, and smart logistics, the country is working to overcome long-standing infrastructure and regulatory challenges. While economic volatility and high transport costs remain hurdles, opportunities abound in agri-exports, multimodal logistics, and sustainability. Forward-thinking companies leveraging technology and global networks are best positioned to lead in this new logistics era.

Laem Chabang Port, a critical gateway for Thailand and the broader ASEAN region, is facing daily congestion that’s disrupting freight schedules, increasing costs, and challenging the reliability logistics providers promise their clients. In this firsthand perspective, Stefan van der Sluys of Best Global Logistics outlines the root causes—from overloaded infrastructure and inefficient scheduling to systemic loopholes—and highlights how industry players can adapt while pushing for long-term reforms.

Guyana is fast becoming a logistics hotspot, fueled by record-breaking economic growth and a booming energy sector. With rising exports, major infrastructure upgrades, and the emergence of free trade zones, freight forwarders and logistics networks are scaling operations to meet growing demand. COLI Shipping & Transport is leading the charge—executing complex cargo moves and supporting the nation’s transformation into a regional logistics hub.

As Germany's largest port and Europe's third-largest container hub, the Port of Hamburg serves as a critical European logistics hub connecting global trade routes through advanced infrastructure, multimodal transportation networks, and sustainable innovations.