CEVA Insights

Supply chain security is a significant area of concern for many businesses—especially with today’s increasing reliance on technology. Statistics show an increasing frequency of supply chain disruptions, among them theft, cyber threats and insider collusion.

The logistics industry is predicted to almost double in value to $787.54 billion by 2032.1 Yet despite its reach, scale, and importance, gender representation remains uneven – particularly in senior and operational roles. Understanding these dynamics is key to ensuring the sector continues to attract and retain diverse talent that drives innovation, efficiency and long-term growth

Personalization, technology, and sustainability: these are the key drivers that will define retail logistics by 2030. Social media and the evolution of eCommerce will continue to shape consumer behavior, which retailers and logistics providers - through increasingly strategic partnerships - will address by integrating advanced technologies to optimize their value chains.

Warehouses, shipping containers, freight trucks and delivery vans—on the surface, holiday deliveries appear much the same. However, behind the scenes, a rapidly growing network of technology, data and innovation is driving operations with greater speed, efficiency, agility and sustainability.

Peak seasons, characterized by soaring demand and heightened consumer expectations, present unique challenges for retailers worldwide. Logistics providers play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless operations, enabling retailers to navigate these periods successfully.

In our exclusive interview with industry experts, Joshua C. Bowen, Global Head of Ocean Freight, and Jérôme Petit, Global Air and Ocean Leader, CEVA Logistics, we explore the anticipated trends shaping the air and ocean freight markets as we approach 2025.

Markus Schmuecker answers our questions about key operational challenges and current trends in automation and robotics, last-mile transport optimization, and sustainable packaging.

Sustainability ratings, sometimes referred to as ESG ratings, cover multiple business subjects such as carbon emissions, labor practices including DEI, details regarding supply chains, how the community engages with the businesses, and the company’s own corporate governance.