Impressions of Seoul and surroundings, on the way from and to the airport. In Korea for the 2016 Chung-Ang University […]
In Korea, at the border between North and South
The DMZ, the South’s perspective
On a gantry crane in Gwangyang
A port tour after a presentation to staff and management of 광양시 Port Authority, Gwangyang, Republic of Korea.
7 reasons why the Bali trade facilitation agreement needs to happen
There are still a few signatures left before the Bali trade facilitation agreement can enter into force. The sooner these […]
The port of Biel
An afternoon walk in Biel / Bienne, Switzerland.
Trade Facilitation and Development
Trade facilitation reforms improve a country’s trade competitiveness and the effectiveness of border agencies. In addition, they can directly help […]
The port of Vevey
A September stroll in Vevey, Switzerland. And why the fork? It’s the Headquarters of Nestlé.
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The #HanjinShipping demise for dummies [economists]
Three fundamental causes for the crisis in container shipping The insolvency of Hanjin Shipping reflects a new low in the […]
Panama City
Impressions during a short stay for a workshop with the Panama Canal Authority, ACP.
The Panama Canal and ports, Balboa
The port of Balboa, ships waiting and entering the Canal, through the Miraflores locks and through the new Cocoli locks.
Shipping, trade logistics and development 