New Year, New Logistics Horizons: What’s Ahead in 2025

In the first episode of 2025, co-hosts Kevin Higgins and Kevin Parkerson kick off the new year with reflections on 2024 and a forward-looking discussion on the logistics landscape for the year ahead. The duo covers a range of topics, including surprises and disruptions that defined the past year and the resilience demonstrated across the global supply chain.

Key Highlights:

1. Reflections on 2024:

2. A year marked by constant disruption, reaction, and learning.

3. Significant topics included the election, evolving tariff environments, and the ongoing impact of the Red Sea reroutes.

4. Looking Ahead to 2025:

5. Predictions about industry trends, including Chinese New Year’s influence on the market, the ILA negotiations, and emerging collaborations like Maerks and Hapag Lloyd.

6. Expectations for technological advancements, particularly in AI-driven tools for supply chain resiliency.

7. Exciting Podcast Developments:

8. Kev Talks will move to a weekly format, with episodes dropping every Friday.

9. Upcoming guests and fresh topics are set to deepen insights into the logistics industry.

10. Spotlight on Northwest Arkansas (NWA):

11. The podcast will emphasize the dynamic logistics community in NWA, showcasing thought leaders, businesses, and local events.

12. Plans for attending and reporting from major industry conferences like NRF, Manifest, Rela, and TPM were announced.

The episode closes with enthusiasm for the year ahead and a commitment to delivering value-packed content for logistics professionals. The Kevs promise an exciting 2025 filled with insights, innovation, and industry highlights.