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China to confirm new trailer standard for car carriers
A strange era in China’s vehicle logistics industry may finally be on the verge of ending. In a country where 80% or more of passenger cars move by truck, and around which an industry of 30,000 or more car-carrier trucks has developed, the vast majority of equipment in use is ...
FeatureWaiting to ride the Chinese waves
Domestic ro-ro shipping on China’s east coast and along the Yangtze River has seen solid growth, but is still treading water relative to the overall market.
FeatureChina reports: Tracking reforms
China has made some radical moves to modernise its railways, but the rail services desired by the automotive industry are not here yet.
FeatureGrowing pains at China’s top ro-ro ports
Following fast growth in vehicle flows, China has licensed more ports for import to the country, while terminals have invested in storage and value-added services. However, an uncertain market and port space issues are making disruptive waves for some brands and shipping lines.
FeatureIntegrating men and machines for Chinese warehousing
Cost, safety, efficiency and control must be considered for warehouse management and materials handing equipment as Chinese manufacturers work to balance manpower and automation in the supply chain
FeatureCollaboration in China - also known as 'huddling for warmth'
Ellen Hua finds China’s logistics providers keen to pull together as growth in the country slows, putting an emphasis on building partnerships between larger and smaller providers and carmakers.
FeatureFengshen Logistics goes lean after ‘fast food’ service
Rapid growth in China’s auto industry has at times placed unreasonable demand on its logistics providers. Fengshen Logistics has developed to meet and exceed expectations
FeatureMoving towards modernisation at FAW
The logistics arm of China’s FAW Group is investing in resources and strengthening its organisation in preparation for the challenges that will come with being a public company, according to its head, Kan Shanggang.
FeatureResolving a loaded issue in China
With some 40,000 car carriers in China thought to be operating outside of legal limits on truck length, Ellen Hua finds out why, despite new regulations, companies are still flouting the law and what the likelihood is for future change.
FeatureLean logistics on the rise in the East
Ellen Hua looks at how China’s OEMs and logistics providers are bringing more sophisiticated services to warehouses and assembly lines.
FeatureChina's aftermarket is waiting for the ripple
The aftermarket in China is lagging behind the manufacture of and demand for cars but there are encouraging signs that consolidation and specialisation of services is on the rise.
FeatureThailand takes off
Strong government incentives for manufacturers coupled with regional freetrade agreements and growing domestic and export demand are spurring a fast growing automotive sector in Thailand. Russell Beron and Ellen Hua take a look at how the market is developing and what LSPs are doing to keep up.