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Asia, the world’s largest logistics market by volume, holds vast growth potential. Seizing this opportunity requires more than just expansion—it demands an ambitious strategy, strong leadership, and an agile culture. Nicolas Moeller, COO of Asia, is leading the efforts to strengthen SGL’s regional sales organisation and enhance its capabilities to support the company’s global growth ambitions. Alongside him is Isabelle Lau, Vice President of Verticals for Asia, a key figure in this initiative. Leveraging her expertise in structuring and optimising sales processes, they collaborate closely to ensure the growth strategy is effectively executed.

In September 2024, Blu Logistics Brasil (Blu) joined SGL as part of its ambitious growth strategy and expansion into Latin America, strengthening its presence in the region’s largest economy. Founded by CEO Gabriel Carvalho in 2013, Blu has grown into one of Brazil’s leading freight forwarders and the second largest in ocean freight imports, boasting impressive growth rates of 27% and 47% in the last two years alone and employing over 200 people across eight offices. For Gabriel, finding the right partner wasn’t just about expanding into new markets; it was about preserving the company’s identity, keeping its people-centric approach and customers close while unlocking new opportunities as part of something bigger. In the following, he reflects on the journey from when it all began.

With a foundation built on trust, expertise, and shared ambitions, the longstanding partnership between Mölnlycke and Scan Global Logistics (SGL) highlights how sustained collaboration can accelerate the transition to low-carbon logistics. By expanding its use of ocean biofuel, Mölnlycke is reinforcing its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions while optimising supply chain efficiency.

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Scan Global Logistics marks another milestone by entering Türkiye and establishing its first office in Istanbul. Türkiye is strategically positioned at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and the Middle East and serves as a vital hub for regional and international trade.

The start of 2025 signalled some relief for shippers around the world, with the US East and Gulf Coast port strike having been averted and Houthi rebels announcing a ceasefire in the Red Sea, prompting hopes of a long-awaited return to Suez Canal passage.

Our efforts in sustainability and providing low-carbon logistics have been awarded the 'A' rating, the highest possible ranking from the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), the leading organisation in sustainable economy and environmental reporting. The rating reaffirms our steady dedication to reducing our own and our customers' CO2 emissions through ongoing collaborations with suppliers and customers across the supply chain.

Scan Global Logistics (SGL) further strengthens its strategic position in East Africa by opening its first office in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, a major regional gateway. Access to the Port of Dar es Salaam offers SGL an advantage in serving landlocked countries such as Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, unlocking new opportunities for cross-border logistics solutions.

As we enter 2025, the global transportation and logistics landscape is defined by a duet of known and unpredictable forces battling each other. On the one side of the 2025 equation stands a historically volatile geopolitical environment, while on the other side is a supply-and-demand situation with a projected supply surplus.