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Emerging Trends in the 3PL Third Party Logistics Industry
Emerging Trends in the 3PL Third Party Logistics Industry by goglobal
The marketplace for third-party logistics is arguably the largest market in the world. Any physical good that comes into or goes out of the United States requires extensive logistics planning and management and must be cleared by U.S. Customs. Because of the complexities of these processes, most businesses choose to hire a 3PL provider to manage the transportation, clearance, warehousing, and distribution of their shipments.
Market Statistics
In 2006, imports to the United States exceeded $2.2 trillion (a 10.5% increase over 2005) and exports exceeded $1.4 trillion (an increase of 12.8%). Each of these goods required a number of shipping and warehousing services and must receive US Customs clearance… this is where Go Global takes over.
In 2006, the total revenue for the 3PL industry was $110.6 billion, representing a total industry growth rate of 11.9%. Datamonitor projects that by 2010, the total 3PL market will exceed $140 billion.
Global trade management is also part of the focus at Go Global Logistics. In 2005, the global trade management segment expanded to $222 million, and is expected to swell to $405 million by 2010, a cumulative annual growth rate of 12.8%.
The Go Global Marketplace is cornering this portion of the market, encouraging small and mid-sized businesses to participate in global trade, under the consultation of Go Global. By using the marketplace to manage our customer’s transactions, Go Global is able to provide FREE transaction management, shipment tracking, trade negotiations, and our “bidding war” reverse auction function, adding value for our clients and strengthening our comparative advantage over the competition.
Many companies entered international markets precipitously and are only now beginning to address the lack of visibility across their supply chains. Only the largest 3PL (third party logistics) providers offer the newest technologies like online tracking, and 90% of enterprises report that their global supply chain technology is inadequate to provide the timely information necessary for budget and cash-flow planning as well as effective management. Go Global Logistics offers every tool your company needs to have an efficient and transparent supply chain to make your importing and exporting as easy and error free as possible.
One of the most counterintuitive aspects of the freight forwarding and third party logistics industry is the lack of a central location for international trade information and services. The industry is extremely
• Us Census. “Annual Trade Highlights.”http://www.census.gov. January 2007.
• Hoffman, William. “3PLs Reach Record Revenue.” Traffic World. 23 Apr. 2007.
• Datamonitor. “Global Air Freight & Logistics.” http://www.datamonitor.com. Apr. 2007.
• Sowinski, Laura. “What Supply Chain Execs are Buying, Where They’re Skimping.” World Trade. Sep. 2006.
fragmented and operates behind the scenes. For this reason, many businesses with a desire to enter international markets have no idea where to begin.
Furthermore, those companies that do provide complete 3PL services are very large and have been focusing on maintaining a small number of larger accounts. Many small and mid-sized businesses who were fortunate enough to find a reliable 3PL provider find themselves being squeezed out and not having their contracts renewed. The smaller third party logistics providers do not offer the newer supply chain technologies, and are characterized by “old school” business practices.
Go Global is involved in many of the fastest growing markets in the world such as Asia and Western Europe where the market is expected to grow 33% over the next five years. It is projected that after five years, 3PLs (third party logistics providers) will handle more than 57% of the sector’s supply chain requirements. This provides tremendous growth opportunities for Go Global.
Go Global is also slowly expanding into the African markets as the infrastructure and problems with governmental corruption improves. Foreign Direct Investment in Africa has been steadily rising, a sign that it will soon be a viable target market for Go Global Logistics. In 2006, FDI increased 26.5% to $38.8 billion. If this trend continues to develop, Africa may be the next China of international trade, and Go Global hopes to be there to ride the wave.
• Sowinski, Laura. “What Supply Chain Execs are Buying, Where They’re Skimping.” World Trade. Sep. 2006.
• Commercial Motor. “Significant Potential for Third-party Logistics.” Reed Business Information. 15 Mar. 2007.
• Panitchpakdi, Supachai. “Investment in Africa: The Challenges Ahead.” International Trade Forum. Issue 1/2007.
Redefining the Market
Most small and mid-sized businesses search for 3PL providers on the internet, where 3PL advertising coverage is abysmal. Upon performing an online search for “customs broker” “3PL” or “logistics,” the results yielded are generally unrelated to the services businesses are seeking. Go Global plans to capitalize on this by establishing a strong online presence with user-friendly information geared towards businesses new to international trade.
By providing innovative features that are valuable to our customers like the Go Global Online Marketplace, we attract a wide range of businesses seeking to or already engaged in international trade. The Go Global Marketplace is redefining the market by creating a centralized online marketplace allowing importers and exporters across the globe to connect and trade in a secure and efficient platform.
By providing low cost, scalable, online services with the same level of visibility available from the largest 3PLs, Go Global is redefining the world of international trade and supply chain services and continues to empower small and mid-sized businesses to compete on the global stage.
Go Global Logistics – US based company provides, customs clearance, customs broker, freight forwarding, third party logistics (3pl), 4pl and supply chain management for international shipping & trade in Boston, Massachusetts and New Zealand. Port of Boston offers container shipments via ocean freight, also serving for air freight and Rail & Road freight.
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The marketplace for third-party logistics is arguably the largest market in the world. Any physical good that comes into or goes out of the United States requires extensive logistics planning and management and must be cleared by U.S. Customs. Because of the complexities of these processes, most businesses choose to hire a 3PL provider to manage the transportation, clearance, warehousing, and distribution of their shipments.
Market Statistics
In 2006, imports to the United States exceeded $2.2 trillion (a 10.5% increase over 2005) and exports exceeded $1.4 trillion (an increase of 12.8%). Each of these goods required a number of shipping and warehousing services and must receive US Customs clearance… this is where Go Global takes over.
In 2006, the total revenue for the 3PL industry was $110.6 billion, representing a total industry growth rate of 11.9%. Datamonitor projects that by 2010, the total 3PL market will exceed $140 billion.
Global trade management is also part of the focus at Go Global Logistics. In 2005, the global trade management segment expanded to $222 million, and is expected to swell to $405 million by 2010, a cumulative annual growth rate of 12.8%.
The Go Global Marketplace is cornering this portion of the market, encouraging small and mid-sized businesses to participate in global trade, under the consultation of Go Global. By using the marketplace to manage our customer’s transactions, Go Global is able to provide FREE transaction management, shipment tracking, trade negotiations, and our “bidding war” reverse auction function, adding value for our clients and strengthening our comparative advantage over the competition.
Many companies entered international markets precipitously and are only now beginning to address the lack of visibility across their supply chains. Only the largest 3PL (third party logistics) providers offer the newest technologies like online tracking, and 90% of enterprises report that their global supply chain technology is inadequate to provide the timely information necessary for budget and cash-flow planning as well as effective management. Go Global Logistics offers every tool your company needs to have an efficient and transparent supply chain to make your importing and exporting as easy and error free as possible.
One of the most counterintuitive aspects of the freight forwarding and third party logistics industry is the lack of a central location for international trade information and services. The industry is extremely
• Us Census. “Annual Trade Highlights.”http://www.census.gov. January 2007.
• Hoffman, William. “3PLs Reach Record Revenue.” Traffic World. 23 Apr. 2007.
• Datamonitor. “Global Air Freight & Logistics.” http://www.datamonitor.com. Apr. 2007.
• Sowinski, Laura. “What Supply Chain Execs are Buying, Where They’re Skimping.” World Trade. Sep. 2006.
fragmented and operates behind the scenes. For this reason, many businesses with a desire to enter international markets have no idea where to begin.
Furthermore, those companies that do provide complete 3PL services are very large and have been focusing on maintaining a small number of larger accounts. Many small and mid-sized businesses who were fortunate enough to find a reliable 3PL provider find themselves being squeezed out and not having their contracts renewed. The smaller third party logistics providers do not offer the newer supply chain technologies, and are characterized by “old school” business practices.
Go Global is involved in many of the fastest growing markets in the world such as Asia and Western Europe where the market is expected to grow 33% over the next five years. It is projected that after five years, 3PLs (third party logistics providers) will handle more than 57% of the sector’s supply chain requirements. This provides tremendous growth opportunities for Go Global.
Go Global is also slowly expanding into the African markets as the infrastructure and problems with governmental corruption improves. Foreign Direct Investment in Africa has been steadily rising, a sign that it will soon be a viable target market for Go Global Logistics. In 2006, FDI increased 26.5% to $38.8 billion. If this trend continues to develop, Africa may be the next China of international trade, and Go Global hopes to be there to ride the wave.
• Sowinski, Laura. “What Supply Chain Execs are Buying, Where They’re Skimping.” World Trade. Sep. 2006.
• Commercial Motor. “Significant Potential for Third-party Logistics.” Reed Business Information. 15 Mar. 2007.
• Panitchpakdi, Supachai. “Investment in Africa: The Challenges Ahead.” International Trade Forum. Issue 1/2007.
Redefining the Market
Most small and mid-sized businesses search for 3PL providers on the internet, where 3PL advertising coverage is abysmal. Upon performing an online search for “customs broker” “3PL” or “logistics,” the results yielded are generally unrelated to the services businesses are seeking. Go Global plans to capitalize on this by establishing a strong online presence with user-friendly information geared towards businesses new to international trade.
By providing innovative features that are valuable to our customers like the Go Global Online Marketplace, we attract a wide range of businesses seeking to or already engaged in international trade. The Go Global Marketplace is redefining the market by creating a centralized online marketplace allowing importers and exporters across the globe to connect and trade in a secure and efficient platform.
By providing low cost, scalable, online services with the same level of visibility available from the largest 3PLs, Go Global is redefining the world of international trade and supply chain services and continues to empower small and mid-sized businesses to compete on the global stage.
Go Global Logistics – US based company provides, customs clearance, customs broker, freight forwarding, third party logistics (3pl), 4pl and supply chain management for international shipping & trade in Boston, Massachusetts and New Zealand. Port of Boston offers container shipments via ocean freight, also serving for air freight and Rail & Road freight.
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Monday, April 13, 2009
International Phytosanitary Standard for Wood Packaging ISPM15 Regulations
International Phytosanitary Standard for Wood Packaging ISPM15 Regulations by Ann Coveney
There has been increasing concern in recent years about the spread of pests, such as the Asian longhorn beetle and the Pine Wood Nematode, since wood packaging material made of unprocessed raw wood provides a pathway for the introduction and spread of such pests.
In order to protect worldwide stocks of trees and forests, the International Plant Protection Committee (IPPC) has taken regulatory action to control the global movement of wooden packaging in the form of ISPM15.
Will it Affect Me?
If you export wooden packaging that contains sawn timber, such as new or second-hand pallets, boxes, crates, cable drums etc. outside the or into the EU you will be affected by these new regulations.
Packaging that is made solely from manufactured board like plywood, OSB, chipboard etc. is exempt.
The new regulations will apply to all arrivals at destination ports, airports etc. This means that all shipments will need to be treated approximately eight weeks before despatch, depending on transit times.
How can I Comply?
The approved measures that have been adopted are as follows:
Heat treatment of wood packaging, which requires heating of the timber to a minimum core temperature of 56C for a minimum of 30 minutes (HT).
or
Fumigation, using Methyl Bromide (MB) to the relevant specification.
In order to join to scheme, manufacturers need to demonstrate that they meet the requirements to a third party assessor. Registered manufacturers are authorised to use to ISPM15 mark, which includes the country of origin and a unique manufacturer's registration number
I need more information, where can I find it?
Note this information is provided as a guide only. Individual country implementation dates may change without notice and it is the responsibility of the exporter to comply with importing country requirements at the time of export.
United States
As of 5 July 2006, imports must comply with requirements of ISPM No. 15 or be subject to removal from the importing country. Additional information is available at: http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ppq/wpm/import.html
European Union
Directive 2004/102/EC, which entered into force on 1 March 2005, requires the following measures to be taken for wood packaging material and dunnage entering the EU from all countries:
The wood must be either heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide, in line with ISPM15 procedures.
The wood must be officially marked with the ISPM15 stamp.
From 1 January 2009, all wood packaging material imported into the EU must be debarked. Dunnage must meet the same criteria as wood packaging material. However, it is exempted until the end of 2007 if it is made of wood free from bark, pests and signs of live pests. Additional information is available at: http://europa.eu.int/comm/food/plant/index_en.htm.
United Kingdom
The Forestry Commission are the UK's representative on the IPPC.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/planthealth
Rowlinson Packaging were the first wooden case maker in the UK to buy and install a heat chamber, specifically designed for heat treatment.
This allows them to treat either timber or finished cases and pallets from their site at Wardle in Cheshire, in the most cost effective manner.
The treatment (HT and MB) lasts for life, so there is no need to re-treat for returnable packaging.
Ann Coveney is an Online Content Editor for http://www.32corners.co.uk 32 Corners Ltd. Registered manufacturers Rowlinson Packaging http://www.rowlinsonpackaging.co.uk are
authorised to use to the ISPM15 mark.javascript:void(0)
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There has been increasing concern in recent years about the spread of pests, such as the Asian longhorn beetle and the Pine Wood Nematode, since wood packaging material made of unprocessed raw wood provides a pathway for the introduction and spread of such pests.
In order to protect worldwide stocks of trees and forests, the International Plant Protection Committee (IPPC) has taken regulatory action to control the global movement of wooden packaging in the form of ISPM15.
Will it Affect Me?
If you export wooden packaging that contains sawn timber, such as new or second-hand pallets, boxes, crates, cable drums etc. outside the or into the EU you will be affected by these new regulations.
Packaging that is made solely from manufactured board like plywood, OSB, chipboard etc. is exempt.
The new regulations will apply to all arrivals at destination ports, airports etc. This means that all shipments will need to be treated approximately eight weeks before despatch, depending on transit times.
How can I Comply?
The approved measures that have been adopted are as follows:
Heat treatment of wood packaging, which requires heating of the timber to a minimum core temperature of 56C for a minimum of 30 minutes (HT).
or
Fumigation, using Methyl Bromide (MB) to the relevant specification.
In order to join to scheme, manufacturers need to demonstrate that they meet the requirements to a third party assessor. Registered manufacturers are authorised to use to ISPM15 mark, which includes the country of origin and a unique manufacturer's registration number
I need more information, where can I find it?
Note this information is provided as a guide only. Individual country implementation dates may change without notice and it is the responsibility of the exporter to comply with importing country requirements at the time of export.
United States
As of 5 July 2006, imports must comply with requirements of ISPM No. 15 or be subject to removal from the importing country. Additional information is available at: http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ppq/wpm/import.html
European Union
Directive 2004/102/EC, which entered into force on 1 March 2005, requires the following measures to be taken for wood packaging material and dunnage entering the EU from all countries:
The wood must be either heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide, in line with ISPM15 procedures.
The wood must be officially marked with the ISPM15 stamp.
From 1 January 2009, all wood packaging material imported into the EU must be debarked. Dunnage must meet the same criteria as wood packaging material. However, it is exempted until the end of 2007 if it is made of wood free from bark, pests and signs of live pests. Additional information is available at: http://europa.eu.int/comm/food/plant/index_en.htm.
United Kingdom
The Forestry Commission are the UK's representative on the IPPC.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/planthealth
Rowlinson Packaging were the first wooden case maker in the UK to buy and install a heat chamber, specifically designed for heat treatment.
This allows them to treat either timber or finished cases and pallets from their site at Wardle in Cheshire, in the most cost effective manner.
The treatment (HT and MB) lasts for life, so there is no need to re-treat for returnable packaging.
Ann Coveney is an Online Content Editor for http://www.32corners.co.uk 32 Corners Ltd. Registered manufacturers Rowlinson Packaging http://www.rowlinsonpackaging.co.uk are
authorised to use to the ISPM15 mark.javascript:void(0)
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