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Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting border closures, global markets have been dramatically transformed. Logistics services, however, continues to play an integral role in keeping the global economy running.

Challenging situations always bring people together. The recent pandemic led not only to closed borders and lockdowns but also to reminders of how important it is to support and help others, no matter the circumstances.

For the AsstrA corporate group, the beginning of the year was marked by a remarkable event – a victory in a tender organized by a leading global automobile manufacturer.

The global pandemic highlighted the need for smooth supply chain operations. The measures introduced by governments to limit the spread of the virus have affected all aspects of life, including logistics networks.

The AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG international corporate group sums up its Russian offices’ performance from March-May 2020.

The year 2020 will go down in history as an inflection point where life – as we knew it – changed. Previously forgotten basic truths took on newfound significance.

During a pandemic, delivering deep-frozen cargo from one continent to another is an emergency request.

The world experienced the spring of 2020 in self-isolation mode. Governments of numerous countries around the world imposed quarantines, and many people have been forced to stay at home and be content to go out only to walk pets or shop for food.

On May 11, the Kazakh authorities lifted the state of emergency imposed by the President of the Republic on March 15. Despite the cancellation of the special order, the quarantine regime remains in effect in a number of regions and cities.

May has marked a turning point in the easing of quarantine measures and restrictions. After a strict quarantine, Western Europe is gradually returning to the usual rhythm of life.

While clientele of industrial project logistics providers place considerable importance on experience and the ability to execute complex shipments as required in the industrial sector, matters are further complicated by the Covid-19 outbreak that has impacted almost all industries.

The services sector is key to the entire UK economy, as it accounts for ¾ of the country’s GDP.

What plays a decisive role in a client’s choice to partner with a product manufacturer or service provider?

When it comes to logistics teamwork, it is important to focus upon a common goal and consistently work together to achieve results. That’s why the AsstrA corporate group emphasizes this approach both with Customers and internally.

The transport and logistics industry has been the first to reflect China’s recovery from the coronavirus. According to the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing (CFLP), the Chinese logistics efficiency index for March 2020 was 51.5%.

In April 2020, the US Federal Maritime Commission issued AsstrA NY Inc. a Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) license. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association has also formally recognized AsstrA NY Inc. as a transport company by assigning a four-digit Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC).

What is trust and how to earn it? What characterizes trust in business? Over the past ten years, researchers and society have paid close attention to understanding what makes for good business relations, successful partnership, and the role trust plays in both.

Of all Asian countries, the People's Republic of China is becoming the most influential international economic player.

How to choose a logistics company? What should one pay attention to? Some are guided by the recommendations of colleagues, others look for information with search engines, and some look for references in the media.

The geopolitical interests of the USA and CIS member countries have collided for generations. Divergent economic policies and ideologies have shaped their historic relations. Socioeconomic cooperation could mean billions of dollars worth of shared prosperity, unnecessary competition could mean significant business opportunities lost.

To combat the spread of coronavirus disease 2019, the Czech Republic declared a state of emergency starting March 11, 2020 The country has closed external borders for a period of 30 days.

The United States and Europe are inextricably linked by centuries of history. The formation and development of intercontinental relations has been watched by more than one generation.

International transportation and logistics operator AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG is a fast developing group of companies.

The AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG international corporate group is now able to provide clients with accelerated container train shipments between Moscow and Almaty, Kazakhstan.

In Turkey, air export and import shipping services are in constant demand. This is due to the country’s well developed network of over 50 airports.

According to the World Shipping Council, the majority of global cargo is delivered in containers or – in logistics terminology – TEUs.

The number of products marked “Made in China” is growing annually. China is the world’s top exporter of goods in many industries including Fashion & Beauty.

The coronavirus situation in Wuhan is developing very rapidly and causing disruptions to global supply chains.

AsstrA Ships Snow Vehicles By Air for Use in the Sand Does a vehicle’s design dictate how it is used? Not always! The AsstrA team helped one client transport snow vehicles for use in the sand.

Sustainable development is the theme of the future. The term was first used in 1972 at the UN Stockholm conference on the environment.

In February 2020, the AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG Corporate Group opened its first US office on the country’s east coast.

The coronavirus situation in Wuhan is rapidly developing and causing complications in the global transport industry.

Uzbekistan’s new leaders have removed a number of business barriers.

The AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG international corporate group sums up its 2019 performance results.

Airplanes remain a popular choice for transporting cargo thanks to fast delivery times, broad geographical reach, and minimal damage or fraud risks.

What is the most expensive thing in the modern world? Gold? Diamonds? Or maybe – according to a Forbes’ ranking of valuable products – a rhino horn?

The economy of Uzbekistan is growing at a stable pace. The country is famous for precious stones and metals, tungsten, coal, and radioactive uranium.

Anyone who’s ever received services knows that a small personal touch goes a long way. That’s especially true in oversized logistics, where no two projects are identical.

Logistics is not only about delivering goods from point A to point B with dimensions C. Often there are also non-standard requirements, strict conditions, and special restrictions to consider.

To get a clear understanding of the economic situation in Central Asian countries and adequately assess your prospects for business cooperation there, you must take a number of factors into account.

In an intensely competitive business environment, the decisive factors for successful development are comprehensive service offerings and strong, trust-based relationships with Customers and Partners.

The AsstrA corporate group summarizes its HiTech Logistics Division’s results for the first 9 months of 2019.

The coastline of the People's Republic of China is 18,400 km long.

On October 11, 2019 in Gdynia, Poland, the 20th annual “Wspólnа Kaczka 2019” maritime industry meeting took place. AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG experts once again participated in this strategic conference.

Sea container transportation is the most cost-efficient transport mode. By sea, it is possible to ship multiple large consignments simultaneously. This transport mode is reliable and efficient, especially in case of long-distance and multimodal solutions.

In previous articles you’ve learned about the features and benefits of rail, air, and auto transportation. This final information is dedicated to sea transport. What is going on off the coast of Europe? Why might customers choose short-sea shipping? Let’s find out with Andrej Zajtsev, Deputy COO for AsstrA Sea Freight Transportation.

In September of this year, the AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG group of companies opened its first office in France. The city of Lyon was chosen for the location of the transport and logistics provider’s first office in the country.

The International Maritime Organization (IМО) has been developing a program to reduce the negative impact of shipping on the environment since the 1960s.

In May 2019, the AsstrA corporate group launched a multimodal LNG (Argon) transportation project using modernized tank containers.

The Middle Kingdom is the largest importer of goods from Europe. Every year, more and more products of European origin reach the Great Wall.

The idea of life extension has fascinated humanity since ancient times. In the 21st century, the search for immortality inspired scientific and technological progress.

Transports to and from China are becoming more and more popular among Clients of the AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG international transportation and logistics corporate group.

The AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG corporate group sums up its results for the first half of 2019.

At the end of 2018, compared to 2017 revenue was up 195% for the dedicated division providing comprehensive logistics services for the pharmaceutical industry.

North America, Africa, Europe and Asia. They are far apart and very different from one another. At the first glance, transport from one continent to another might seem incredibly complicated. As it turns out, with AsstrA the horizon is not a limit…

A 20-meter Moscow metro wagon. A 6-ton passenger plane engine. A 1,000-part city tram. All these vehicles’ components must go a long way before they can function together as a whole.

Shipping oversized cargo over almost 9,000 kilometers is a great challenge. Especially if delivery requires four different types of transport equipment...