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The Freight Buyers' Club

Mike King
Air Cargo
Global Trade
China
Dimerco Express Group
E-Commerce
Suez Canal
Panama Canal
Logistics
Port Of Long Beach
Geopolitical Risks
Supply Chain
Freight Rates
Labor Disputes
Geopolitical Turmoil
US Ports
International Longshoremen's Association
Decarbonization
US West Coast Ports
Container Shipping
Mexico

The Freight Buyers’ Club podcast is a new home for anyone with a professional interest in international trade, container shipping, procurement, logistics and air cargo. Each episode your host, award-winning journalist Mike King, will be speaking to leading decision-makers, analysts, journalists, operators and shippers to get their take on current freight and logistics markets and the challenges an... more

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In this Freight Buyers’ Club interview, produced with the support of Ontegos Cloud, host Mike King speaks to Rainer Haag, CEO of DHL Supply Chain Europe, at the grand opening of DHL’s new European Innovation Center in Troisdorf, Germany.

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Shipping analyst Lars Jensen, CEO of Vespucci Maritime, explains to host Mike King how carriers are responding to new US port fees on Chinese-built vessels, the reshuffling of fleets, and why global ship orders aren’t shifting away from China despite... more

DP World’s John Trenchard explains how one of the world’s largest port and logistics operators is cutting supply chain emissions and shaping the future of sustainable logistics in the UK and worldwide.

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Join Mike King at DHL’s brand-new European Innovation Center (EPIC) in Troisdorf, Germany, for an exclusive conversation with Katja Busch, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Customer Solutions & Innovation. Discover how DHL is using robotics, AI an... more

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Recent Guests

Rainer Haag
CEO of DHL Supply Chain for Europe
DHL
Episode: DHL’s Rainer Haag on Tech, Trade, and the Future of European Supply Chains
John Trenchard
Vice President for Sustainable International Supply Chains
DP World
Episode: How DP World Is Cutting Supply Chain Emissions
Katja Busch
Chief Commercial Officer for DHL, heads the Innovation and Customer Solutions Division
DHL
Episode: Robotics, AI & the Future of Logistics | Exclusive with DHL’s Katja Busch at the New EPIC Hub
Tom Crabtree
Managing Director of Transport Research Advisory and former Boeing commercial airplane analyst specializing in air freight forecasts.
Transport Research Advisory
Episode: Air Cargo Market Outlook: Analyst Insights & CEO Perspective
Stephen Tracey
Joint General Manager for Europe at WiseTech Global
WiseTech Global
Episode: Europe’s Customs Future Explained: Tariffs, Trade & Tech |
Wolfgang Lehmacher
Independent Supply Chain and Logistics Expert
Episode: How Asian Supply Chains Are Adapting to New Rules, Freight Market Volatility and the China+1 Reset
Renaud Anjoran
Co-founder of Agilian, a contract manufacturer based in South China.
Agilian
Episode: How Asian Supply Chains Are Adapting to New Rules, Freight Market Volatility and the China+1 Reset
Jess Dankert
Vice President of Supply Chain at the Retail Industry Leaders Association.
Retail Industry Leaders Association
Episode: What Big Shippers Really Think: Retail & Tech Leaders on Tariffs and Trade
Ken O'Brien
President of Gemini Shippers Association.
Gemini Shippers Association
Episode: What Big Shippers Really Think: Retail & Tech Leaders on Tariffs and Trade

Host

Mike King
An award-winning journalist with extensive experience in covering international trade and logistics, Mike King hosts engaging discussions with industry experts to provide insights into current market dynamics and challenges.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 423 ratings
  • Great Informative Podcast

    I live on the TexMex border and am not in the shipping or logistics business. I see a lot of trade in my area and was interested to learn about it. I found this podcast and it’s always interesting and informative. Smart guests and great hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toddyburns
    United States2 years ago

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The episodes are recognized for being insightful, making them appealing even to those outside the logistics sector who have an interest in trade.
Listeners appreciate the show's informative nature, particularly noting the interesting topics and smart guests that enhance understanding of trade dynamics.
Reviewers find the discussions both accessible and highly relevant to professionals navigating the complexities of freight and logistics.

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DHL’s Rainer Haag on Tech, Trade, and the Future of European Supply Chains
Q: What prediction or forecast about technology do you think is going to be transformative for supply chains?
Investing in the latest technology releases and observing innovation closely will drive future changes in supply chains.
DHL’s Rainer Haag on Tech, Trade, and the Future of European Supply Chains
Q: How has tariff management affected your customers' supply chain planning?
Customers have become more agile and resilient, adapting to supply chain disruptions and shifting trade lanes as needed.
DHL’s Rainer Haag on Tech, Trade, and the Future of European Supply Chains
Q: With your supply chain solutions, how important is digitalization and managing your data?
Digitalization is crucial for operational efficiency and involves leveraging both DHL's and customers' collected data for better service.
DHL’s Rainer Haag on Tech, Trade, and the Future of European Supply Chains
Q: How do you go about deciding what you're going to pilot and what's going to be parked?
DHL identifies new technologies according to customer needs and performs pilots to assess scalability before roll-out.
Lars Jensen: US Port Fees, IMO Rules & 2026 Shipping Outlook
Q: What will happen to rates if the Suez Canal fully reopens?
Lars predicts that, after initial congestion, we will see a normal cyclical downturn rather than a crash.

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Focused on the intricacies of international trade, logistics, and procurement, this show explores current challenges and opportunities in the freight and shipping industries. Featuring insightful discussions with industry leaders, analysts, and decision-makers, each episode provides valuable perspectives on pressing topics such as tariffs, air cargo dynamics, and evolving supply chain strategies. Listeners can expect to gain a deeper understanding of market trends and operational challenges that shape the logistics landscape in a rapidly changing global environment. Unique among similar offerings, the program emphasizes the real-world impact of geopolitical changes on trade, making it particularly relevant for professionals navigating these... more

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