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Monday 9 December 2024
Japanese logistics companies prepare specialized transport solutions for Rapidus semiconductor plant
Rapidus is underway with the construction of a wafer fab in Chitose City, Hokkaido. The company aims to commence trial production of 2nm chips by April 2025 and anticipates scaling...
Wednesday 20 November 2024
Foxconn invests NT$15.9 billion to establish flagship headquarters in southern Taiwan
On November 19, Foxconn announced that it had successfully obtained the qualification as the best applicant for the Kaohsiung Metro Y15 Station land development project. The company...
Monday 28 October 2024
Covid-19 supply chain fallout hits maritime sector, but recovery expected in 2025
The Covid-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on supply chains, impacting not only consumer electronics but also specialized maritime equipment. Ubiqconn, a subsidiary of Popular Holdings,...
Monday 23 September 2024
Taiwan imports from South Korea rise 70%, signaling trade shifts
Data from the South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy indicates that computer exports surged by 183.2% in August 2024, while maritime vessel exports rose by 80%. Additionally,...
Tuesday 23 April 2024
Red Sea mayhem: a wake-up call for maritime decarbonization and African ports' potential
The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea region have disrupted a crucial maritime trade artery, with far-reaching consequences for global supply chains, carbon emissions,...
Tuesday 23 April 2024
Automotive suppliers closely monitor potential impacts of regional conflicts
The international maritime logistics sector has faced multiple challenges, including the 2023 Red Sea crisis and the recent conflict between Israel and Iran. The regional tension...
Monday 15 April 2024
Norway's floating wind expertise propels Taiwan towards renewable energy goals
In the global quest for renewable energy solutions, the offshore wind industry has emerged as a pivotal player.
Monday 4 March 2024
From ocean to orbit: the thriving maritime satellite sector
In the vast expanse of maritime affairs, a technological tide is turning, driven by the clarity of satellite communication's application. Once dominated by antennas connecting geosynchronous...
Thursday 15 February 2024
Satellite frontier: the rise of industry-savvy agents
In April 2023, Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs unveiled the outcomes of the initial round of reviews for telecommunications firms vying for commercial satellite communication...
Friday 26 January 2024
As ODM and brand manufacturer, Ubiqconn eyes growth across three core businesses
After pulling through a challenging 2023, Ubiqconn Technology, a First International Computer (FIC) subsidiary, is optimistic about prospects in 2024, forecasting growth in the company's...
Thursday 4 January 2024
Global supply chain grapples with uncertainty amid conflicts and trade realignment
The ripple effects of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas conflict are reverberating across the global supply chain, injecting an aura of unpredictability. However,...
Friday 22 December 2023
Wan Hai Lines' ambitious investment strategy aims to transform Kaohsiung Port into global shipping hub
Amidst geopolitical tensions, supply chain restructuring, and weakened purchasing power, the 2024 prospects for container shipping operations have been shrouded with uncertainty....
Thursday 14 December 2023
Global maritime industry adapts to green transformation amidst stricter emission standards
The international community is grappling with the inevitable issue of carbon reduction, spurred by governments worldwide implementing bans on fuel-powered vehicles and championing...
Tuesday 12 December 2023
From tech to tides: Taiwan's blue quest for sustainable marine economy
Exploring the oceans has taken center stage as global economic powerhouses, driven by geopolitical concerns and sustainability demands, are actively propelling the maritime economy...
Monday 11 December 2023
Global maritime satellite market makes waves: US$4.5bn forecast by 2030 as Taiwan aims to boost competitiveness
Maritime satellite antennas are gaining considerable traction, surpassing the still-evolving land-based satcom sector, due to the substantial and rigid communication needs at sea...