Mr. Dirk Stammnitz

Former General Manager, C.H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC.

GLG News by Mr. Dirk Stammnitz, Former General Manager

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The global freight transportation picture is showing signs of a recovery!

April 8, 2010

Early results in 2010 indicate that overall freight volumes continue to improve across all modes within North America and from overseas trade as well. This increase coupled with tightening capacity is already bringing about some long awaited pricing stability and changing the behavior among shippers to start thinking more long term. This will certainly benefit both carriers and brokers alike as they enter this early recovery.

Is Outsourcing in China Over? - Not so fast!

October 7, 2008

Analysis of:Is Outsourcing to China Over? | www.inc.com

As US importers and manufacturers reexamine their outsourcing strategies in China and Southeast Asia they must consider closely the ever-changing landscape related to international shipping prior to taking any significant action. Obviously product characteristics, raw material requirements, manufacturing processes, and end user markets will play a vital role in any sourcing strategies. However, with increases in transportation primarily in fuel surcharges and increasing labor costs in China this discussion has taken on a new priority.

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