Logistics

Singapore chemical logistics growth still promising despite Middle East war: Katoen Natie execs

Specialty chemical producers are scaling up their plants on Jurong Island, driving demand for warehouse storage

Mapletree US chief executive Richard Prokup expects US logistics properties to do well amid robust demand and diminishing supply of spaces.

Mapletree leans into core strength in US logistics as it winds down student housing fund

Disruptions such as trade tariffs have driven US logistics demand as more warehouse space is being leased on reshoring and supply chain adjustments

The rare hikes are an early sign that soaring raw material costs driven by fuel shortages stemming from the war are starting to drive consumer inflation.

Some Chinese exporters lift prices on rising costs due to war

Exporters have struggled with the volatility, which hinders production planning and long-term pricing

Logistics companies are losing grip on demand, service standards and pricing to major e-commerce platforms, eventually leading to just a few large players standing.

Vietnam’s e-commerce last-mile war: Why Ninja Van and LEX bowed out

Next battleground is the race for parcel volumes outside giants like Shopee, TikTok Shop

Cosco Shipping says it is coordinating with its appointed vendors and main contractor to ensure smooth progress on Jurong Island Logistics Hub.

Construction of Jurong Island Logistics Hub Phase 2 reaches 3rd, 4th floors: Cosco Shipping

Demolition works for Phase 1 are also under way with minimal disruption to operations

While Malaysia’s ports appear to be operating without major visible disruption for now, the balance could shift quickly if the Gulf conflict drags on.

Malaysian ports eye rerouted cargo, even as Middle East tensions at Hormuz risk congestion

The country’s hubs also face competition from other transhipment centres in the region

Petrol and diesel prices have climbed as the Strait of Hormuz’s closure disrupts fuel supply. Electricity rates are set to climb as well.

Costs running up for Singapore businesses as Gulf conflict jacks up energy prices

Already hit by rising fuel costs, anticipated electricity price hikes could worsen the blow

The disruption is already complicating inventory replenishment for cross-border sellers serving Gulf consumers, raising the prospect of stockouts if hostilities persist.

Online sellers brace as Gulf logistics grinds to near halt after US-Israel strikes

The region has become an important destination for Chinese and Western e-commerce exporters alike

The facility is located in Oosterhout, within the Arnhem-Nijmegen metropolitan area.

Mapletree Investments acquires second logistics facility in the Netherlands

The development features 28 loading docks and 190 parking spaces