In late 2023, the news came in fast. Houthi rebels in Yemen were targeting commercial vessels in the Red Sea. Carriers were rerouting. Rates were climbing. The industry held its breath and waited for it to blow over. Two and a half years later, the Red Sea shipping disruption 2026 is no longer a crisis…
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Tag: supply chain risk management
Strengthening cocoa supply chains in Africa & how freight forwarders in Africa can make a difference
Have you ever wondered how cocoa beans harvested in remote regions of Africa arrive safely at chocolate factories around the world? What happens when roads are impassable, ports are congested, or shipments are delayed due to unforeseen circumstances? For African cocoa, the journey from farm to factory is fraught with challenges, and the resilience of…

