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Sales Executive | Shipping Industry Professional | Business Development | Client Relationship Management | Global Logistics | International Logistics and Freight Services | International Road Transport & NVOCC Specialist

Freight Forwarding Through History: A Journey of Global Trade 🌍 Ancient Trade Routes Silk Road & Mediterranean Sea: Ancient trade routes like the Silk Road connected China to Europe, while maritime routes across the Mediterranean facilitated early forms of freight forwarding. 🏭 Industrial Revolution (19th Century) Formalised Systems: With the Industrial Revolution came formalised systems for freight forwarding, as manufacturing and commerce expanded globally. 🚢 Shipping Industry Advancements Steamships & Containerisation: Advancements such as steamships and later containerisation revolutionised freight forwarding, enhancing efficiency and global connectivity. 🌐 Role in Globalisation (20th Century) Expanding Trade: In the 20th century, freight forwarding played a pivotal role in supporting the expansion of international trade and supply chains amid globalisation. 📜 Regulation & Standardisation International Oversight: Organisations like IATA and IMO have contributed to regulating and standardising freight forwarding practices, ensuring global consistency and reliability. #FreightForwarding #GlobalTrade #Logistics #SupplyChain #ShippingIndustry #Globalization #IATA #IMO

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