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COVER STORY
CROSS-BORDER LOGISTICS
Since its inception, Challenge Group has been
dedicated to offering bespoke logistics solutions
to its customers across complex verticals and a
wide array of commodities. Our group's subsidiaries
cover the entire spectrum of the supply chain,
including road transportation, ground handling,
airfreight, aviation services, logistics, and
maintenance. Throughout the pandemic, we
experienced increased demand for comprehensive
logistics services beyond mere aircraft capacity.
Recognising the efficiency and sustainability
benefits of this integrated supply chain approach,
there has been a growing demand for a wide range
of ancillary services. As a result, we are making
substantial investments in people, infrastructure,
assets, knowledge, and technology.
distribution, and coordination with diverse stakeholders, including
humanitarian organisations, government agencies, donors, and
local communities. The primary objective is to surmount logistical hurdles encountered during emergency aid delivery, which
may include inadequate infrastructure, damaged transportation
routes, limited storage capacities, security threats, coordination
complexities, and resource constraints.
Logistics entities address these challenges through strategic
planning and the implementation of systems aimed at optimising
the efficient and effective distribution of aid. Technology and
data-driven approaches are pivotal in adapting to rapidly changing circumstances, improving supply chain visibility, enhancing
decision-making processes, and tracking the movement of goods
and resources. This enables logistics operations to be more agile
and responsive, thereby optimising operations through meticulous
planning and preparedness.
DB Schenker9s specialised Aid and Relief solutions focus on
handling humanitarian cargoes, encompassing shipments of vital
supplies.
