Posts by Thom Muilwijk

From cell & genes, embryos, tissue samples and immunotherapy-based medicines. Dry shippers & cryogenic storage are essential to maintain the right temperature and ensure product integrity. What are Dry Shippers? Dry shippers, also known as cryogenic shipping, LN2 shippers or liquid cylinder transport, are the coldest shipping solution available and maintains a temperature between -150°C…

Global supply chains are currently changing and evolving at a rapid rate globally, and across all industries. While all elements of logistics are critical, trends in air freight plays a huge role in the growth and evolution of these supply chains, directly impacting businesses and the way they operate. Many companies require logistic services to…

All elements of logistics are a crucial part of any business, and inbound logistics are no exception. Inbound logistics are even more important when it comes to the transportation of time-sensitive products. A factor that is crucial across multiple sectors from aerospace to automotive. When Time Critical shipments are of paramount importance. Partnering with a…

From medical supplies to vaccines, clinical trials and frozen food. Dry ice shipping is essential to maintain the right temperature and ensure product integrity. The Concept of Dry Ice ShippingDry Ice refers to a solid form of Carbon Dioxide (CO2), which comes in pellets, flakes or blocks. It is usually stored at –78.5°C. Through evaporation,…

Aviation MRO logistics (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) is a vital part of the aviation industry, it is crucial. Therefore, that you have an aerospace Time Critical logistics partner who is able to effectively respond to an emergency repair situation, no matter the time of day or day of the week (including holidays). The majority of…

While the manufacturing element is arguably the most crucial and important part of the automotive industry, many other factors – such as shipping and logistics – are equally crucial for business success (as without logistics, manufacturing couldn’t happen). Shipping and logistics have always been an area of the automotive sector that presents its own unique…

What is resilience and why is it important in automotive supply chains?  Most simply, resilience is the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties, and is often thought of as strength or toughness. When talking about supply chain resilience, the meaning is largely the same. Supply chain resilience is the capability to adapt in order to…

How Just-in-Time ordering reshaped the automotive industry  The automotive industry regularly utilizes Just-in-Time ordering, commonly sourcing and procuring parts only as needed. Manufacturers prefer Just-in-Time manufacturing because it reduces warehouse and storage costs, eliminating the need to hold parts before use. Furthermore, Just-in-Time manufacturing streamlines production, making it much preferred by those in the automotive…

Logistics are a critical element of any supply chain in any industry, and the aerospace industry is no exception. There are a number of key practices that can make the whole process of aerospace logistics simple, streamlined and stress-free. If these elements are adopted by businesses in the aerospace industry, their Operations Managers and OEMs…