21 Years Networking
The Global Logistics Community
I extend my warmest congratulations to the Global Institute of Logistics on reaching its 21st anniversary. Over the past two decades, the logistics industry has witnessed remarkable changes and advancements. Amidst these transformations, one constant remains: the vital role of collaboration among stakeholders. I commend the Institute for its dedication to fostering ongoing dialogue and cooperation among diverse stakeholders within the logistics ecosystem. May GIL continue to thrive and achieve great success in the years ahead.
JOHN ALLAN Chairman
Tesco, President Confederation British Industry
GILS - In number & Impact
Thouth Leader
80
Best In Class
80
G50
40
CTQS
50
Hall Of Fame
30
Events
45
Our Global Association
About Global Institute
The founding Chairman of GIL was renowned US logistician and author Robert V. Delaney. The formation of the Institute was in response to the global logistics industry’s call for “joined up thinking” amongst stakeholders in the global supply chain.
Since being established in 1996, the Institute carrying on the work of the Global Logistics Forum has developed a community of over 8,500 logisticians who act as a global knowledge network committed to supporting the Institute's mission of contributing to the resolution of legacy challenges in global logistics.
Testimonials
I commend the Global Institute of Logistics for its work in promoting collaboration as the key to delivering global logistics solutions. We have moved from an Industrial Age enterprise to a 21st century business. This period of transition from one economic order to another sees the ending of an era when businesses were inwardly focused concentrating on a buyer seller model to a truly outwardly focused model concentrating on collaboration...
Mr. Jost Hellmann
President
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics
Certification according to the Global Institute of Logistics CTQI standard shows that Container Terminal Altenwerder (CTA) procedures, management organisation, and performance all meet the requirements. At the same time, the certification stimulates our team to further improve the performance for and with our customers. Thanks to the exchange of knowledge and experience with other international terminal operators...
Mr. Heinrich Goller
Managing Director
Hamburger Hafen & Logistik
The Port of Hamburg has enjoyed a long and constructive relationship with the Global Institute of Logistics. The city and the Institute have had many successful collaborations not least being the development of the Container Terminal Quality Indicator (CTQI) the container industry’s only Quality system and international standard which has been implemented by HHLA at Container Terminal Altenwerder and Container Terminal Tollerort and certified by DNVGL.
Senator Frank Horch
Ministry Of Economy Hamburg
It is not without reason that the Institute enjoys a fine reputation in the eyes of the world. It stands for inventive talent, hard work, and the ability to organise. These are but a few of the attributes needed, to master the challenges of introducing a Global Container Terminal Quality System. It was a great pleasure to work as a member of this team.
Mr. Marcus Leaver
Ocean Freight Director
DB Schenker
GIL Events & Media
Research
In 1996, 75% of all sea freight volumes were booked directly with carriers, today that number has dropped to 59% and is expected to go below 50% by 2020. Even more remarkable is that it is independent freight forwarders that will enjoy a greater market share of this growth than multinational 3PL’s at 30%.
The findings indicate that one of the key drivers prompting BCO’s to work with independents is their provision of personalized bespoke services combined with access to global independent freight forwarding networks. Therefore for independent freight forwarders, membership of a global network is crucial.
Network membership enables freight forwarders to form relationships with other freight forwarding companies, gain access to their resources and link with their activities all critical in connecting BCO’s to international supply and distribution networks. Combining their resources and activities with those of other freight forwarders will result in BCO’s materials moving faster at lower costs with superior customer service than competitors.
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Thought Leader
A thought leader is an individual or firm that is recognized by GIL as an authority in a specialized field and whose expertise is sought and often rewarded. Here your organization can speak directly to readers in the words of your Chief Executive. The adress is in the first person and welcomes readers to explore further the people, services and territories that represent your company.
Best In Class
The Best in Class accreditation recognizes organizations that demonstrate a commitment to best practice in logistics execution and take a collaborative approach to their work. Accredited companies are "first movers" or "thought leaders" and demonstrate an exceptional level of regard for the role and function of collaboration in the development of their business and demonstrate a significant level of operational and strategic integration.
G50
G50 is an important addition to the Institute's benchmarking work. Global container terminal operators and port authorities already convene within the Institute and have contributed significantly to the development of their respective sectors. The G50 will commit to the adoption of best practice and by working together will accelerate the adoption of uniform standards and practices particularly in the area of IT.
Networking
The Global Logistics Community
Chainport Third AGM in LA
A group of leading ports from around the globe wrapped up a two-day meeting in Los Angeles on November 7th as part of the maritime collaboration chainPORT, a global initiative established in 2015 to digitally connect ports worldwide and boost efficiency within the global maritime supply chain.
