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Carl Lauron

With a long history in the supply chain, Carl built his career in warehousing, transport, and distribution in groups like LafargeHolcim. In 2007, he was appointed as the Director of Freight Forwarding at CMA CGM and was later promoted to VP of innovation. This is where he discovered the true gap between the latest available technologies and the outdated shipping management systems. For this reason, he founded BuyCo in 2015. Today, Carl is an influential supply chain expert and frequently speaks at leading supply chain conferences and events.

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Ocean Shipping Software: What to Look for in 2025

In an industry where delays, lack of visibility, and fragmented communications can cost millions, ocean freight software is no longer a nice-to-have: it’s a must. For Supply Chain leaders looking to modernize their logistics operations and drive long-term value, this is your starting point. What Is Ocean Freight Software? Ocean freight software is a digital […]

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How to Reduce CO2 Emissions in the Shipping Industry

Shipping is considered an emission-intensive industry. After all, international shipping contributes 3% of the total global emissions. This is exclusive of emissions linked to inland and air transport. According to the Fourth Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Study 2020 CO2 emissions by the shipping industry could go up to 17% in the years to come.  The challenge is multifaceted […]

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How to enable your supply chain teams to achieve decarbonization goals

The drive for decarbonization is fueled by consumer expectations, regulations, and corporate social responsibility objectives. Shipping alone is responsible for emitting 940 million tonnes of CO2 annually, contributing to 2.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Shippers are faced with two primary objectives : 1. Reporting on their CO2 emissions 2. Taking action to reduce their carbon footprint However, […]

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Should You Outsource or Insource Container Shipping Operations?

Ocean operations are complex and involve multiple players spread across countries. While it may appear that relying on third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and freight forwarders is the only solution, you might be better off insourcing your container shipping operations. The question is, how do you choose? Here’s what you need to know: STEP 1: Recognize […]

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What are the biggest challenges of maritime logistics?

The maritime industry is one of the most dynamic and complex industries in the world. Making it smooth is a challenging task in hand. Covid-19 has hit the world across all industries and disrupted the whole supply chain. In maritime there are various challenges which are pre-existed, that become more complex and accelerate the other […]

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The best practices in container utilization to reduce the CO2 emissions

The maritime industry is pressurized globally to decarbonize its level of emission in the supply chain, which is also impacting key stakeholders ranging from investor groups to end consumers. What can shippers do in a sector as vast as maritime transportation, especially when very few things are under your direct control? Let’s start with the […]

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