Topic
crisis management
Trade How India managed the Strait of Hormuz crisis without disrupting household energy supplies
India successfully managed the Strait of Hormuz crisis triggered by a US-Israel strike on Iran on February 28, avoiding disruption to household energy supplies. The response involved a rapid LPG Control Order, a surge in domestic LPG production from 35,000 to 54,000 tonnes/day, and diplomatic efforts to secure passage. The crisis was cushioned by a decade of infrastructure investments including doubling LPG import terminals to 22 and expanding refinery capacity to 258 million tonnes per annum.
Supply Chain Supply Chain's True Grit: How Logistics Shines in Disasters Through Visibility and Partnerships
According to FreightWaves, logistics leaders like Michelle Livingstone highlight visibility, partnerships, and people as critical factors in disaster response. The article explores Livingstone's journey from Home Depot's hurricane command center to empowering women in supply chain, and previews upcoming industry events.