Results of the first quarter in the world and Ukrainian logistics and emerging trends
2020 was a year of change and adaptation to new business realities, freight flows, and supply volumes. What results did the logistics giants achieve in the first quarter of 2021? To answer this, we can look at the following data:
| Company | Q1 2021 Results | Growth vs 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| DHL | 1.9 billion euros in profit | + 221% |
| UPS | $ 22.9 billion | + 27% |
| FedEx | $ 19.3 billion | + 13.3% |
| Kuehne + Nagel | 6.6 billion dollars | + 22.8% |
Global Logistics Trends
Of course, there are new trends that affect the activities and development of enterprises. Green logistics has gained considerable importance due to the growing awareness that transport contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The development of the supply chain in advanced power management systems and vehicles on electric and solar energy to reduce their total carbon footprint is fast. Furthermore, the circle supply chain (CSC) replaces the linear one, as CLC reduces costs in the long run, reduces waste and environmental impact.
Another significant shift involves On-channel services and contactless delivery. Today’s customers want flexibility in their orders, and Omnichannel – best meets needs. Logistics is responsible for the consistent execution of orders coming from any sales channel. Whether the purchase is made online or in an actual store, the customer needs delivery options: self-pickup from the store, delivery to the door or post office – all this becomes part of doing business. Contactless delivery is the new norm, where supplies use robotics and applications based on artificial intelligence.
Development of the Philadelphia Industrial Market
Northeast Philadelphia is undergoing a transformation and emerging as new industrial submarket. For example, NorthPoint Development has signed a lease for a division of DHL International to occupy a 465,000-square-foot industrial building it is constructing at 11601 Roosevelt Blvd. This is a project that is helping to reshape Northeast Philadelphia into as a regional distribution market. KLS Logistics, of which DHL is a part, chose this location in order to provide the best service for our customers to the five-county area in southeastern Pennsylvania.
The Roosevelt Boulevard project is among several other industrial developments totaling three million square feet that are in various stages in Northeast Philadelphia. These include:
- A 1-million-square foot facility that is planned and expected to be built on 138 acres at One Red Lion Road for UPS.
- Brandywine Realty Trust has plans for 680,000 square feet in two buildings at 15000 Roosevelt Blvd.
- At 2900 Grant Ave., Crow Holdings of Dallas is making way for a proposed 400,000-square-foot building to be constructed on speculation.
Companies prefer new warehouse-distribution centers with higher clearances and better loading areas for tractor trailers. Northeast Philadelphia’s proximity to the city as well other parts of the region and access to major highways such as Interstate 95, Route 1 and the turnpikes in Pennsylvania and New Jersey also make it an ideal location for warehouse-distribution centers.
Consumer Experience and Local Insights
Regarding specific services, some users note: "As always, thanks to the guys for the fast service and high-quality service, parcels from all kinds of American stores arrive quickly and without damage, and most importantly, their customs clearance is faster than the state one." However, there are different perspectives, as some find that "It is very expensive to send letters to other countries, 20,000 tenge is charged for sending on weekends." For some, the experience was less than ideal: "They didn't make the delivery at the set time, so I had to call through their call center and find out about it. The service is terrible, take care of your nerves and time and choose other logistics services."
