Singapore retains global shipping hub crown – Splash247

2024-11-25T11:09:51+08:0028 April, 2024|

Singapore remains the world’s leading maritime hub according to multiple global surveys, the latest of which was unveiled today at Singapore Maritime Week. The 2024 Leading Maritime Cities (LMC) report from DNV and Menon Economics saw the Lion City out on top, followed by Rotterdam and London.

How the Suez Canal changed the world – Lucia Carminati – Ted-Ed

2024-11-25T10:50:28+08:0028 April, 2024|

Today, nearly 30% of all global ship traffic passes through the Suez Canal, totaling over 20,000 ships in 2021. The site of the canal had been of interest to rulers as far back as the second millennium BCE, but plans to construct a passageway were obstructed by cost, political strife, and the ever-shifting sands— until the 19th century. Lucia Carminati details the creation of the Suez Canal.

How containerization shaped the modern world – Sir Harold Evans – TED-Ed

2024-11-25T10:49:53+08:0028 April, 2024|

Sometimes a single unlikely idea can have massive impact across the world. Sir Harold Evans, the author of They Made America, describes how frustration drove Malcom McLean, a small-town truck driver, to invent the shipping container. Containerization was born, and it transformed the modern global economy.

Trading Around the World – International Monetary Fund

2024-11-25T11:16:13+08:003 March, 2024|

Trading Around the World - International Monetary Fund In this activity, students step into the world of international trade, negotiating prices and exploring barriers across six continents. Through interactive gameplay, they learn about voluntary exchange, market dynamics, and the role of organizations like the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in promoting free trade.As students engage in [...]

Global Trade – Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers)

2024-11-25T10:46:16+08:003 March, 2024|

Global Trade – Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) Welcome to a journey through the vast landscape of global trade. From ancient bartering to modern-day commerce, the story of trade is one of evolution and connection.Guided by Olivia Russell's expertise, we'll delve into the forces driving trade's expansion: technology, transportation, and communication. [...]

Trade Troubles: Learning About the Global Supply Chain and Why It’s Broken – The New York Times

2024-11-25T11:16:32+08:003 March, 2024|

Trade Troubles: Learning About the Global Supply Chain and Why It’s Broken - The New York Times Dive into the global supply chain crisis! Explore causes, effects, and solutions with engaging activities.Learn about Just in Time manufacturing and broader trade dynamics. Access interactive modules for deeper insights.Get ready to understand the complexities of international trade. [...]