Behind the Scenes Archive - Logistics Pilot https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/section/behind-the-scenes-en/ Magazin für Häfen, Schifffahrt und Logistik Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:53:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-FavIcon-32x32.png Behind the Scenes Archive - Logistics Pilot https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/section/behind-the-scenes-en/ 32 32 Time is short, time is money – chop-chop! https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/time-is-short-time-is-money-chop-chop/ Mon, 05 Dec 2022 10:50:52 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/?p=61377 Grüezi, Servus or Hallo? Greetings are not the only thing that differs across the German-speaking world. This is also evident in an interview with Philipp Muster, Director of the Swiss Shippers’ Council, and Hagen Pleile, Head of the BVL Competence Center Austrian Shippers’ Council, who shine a light on German culture.

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]]> “Chivalry is still appreciated” https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/chivalry-is-still-appreciated/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 10:52:07 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/chivalry-is-still-appreciated/ The number of potential faux pas is not automatically dependant on how close your business partner's home country is to yours. There are plenty of missteps that can be made in neighbouring Poland – whether it be toasting with the wrong phrase or choosing the wrong lavatory.

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]]> Cutting a “Bella Figura” with long socks https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/cutting-a-bella-figura-with-long-socks/ Wed, 03 Aug 2022 10:14:59 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/?p=60445 Italians enjoy a widespread reputation for their impeccable fashion sense. This also extends to professional spheres. As well as the right outfit, those wishing to do business there should come prepared with a healthy appetite and allow plenty of time.

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]]> Soft skills, not hard bargaining https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/soft-skills-not-hard-bargaining/ Tue, 31 May 2022 14:49:16 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/?p=59802 Humour, a cool composure and tolerant attitude – and ditching any rigid negotiating strategies and principles – is the trusted formula for business travellers during their next UK meeting.

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]]> More differences than similarities https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/more-differences-than-similarities/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:47:13 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/more-differences-than-similarities/ There are three key success factors for a business trip in the Netherlands and Belgium – some respect, history and English. It is equally important to differentiate and to remember there is no umbrella approach to the Dutch or Belgians.

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]]> A storm ahead for smugglers https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/a-storm-ahead-for-smugglers/ Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:08:24 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/a-storm-ahead-for-smugglers/ Large European ports receive the widest range of shipped goods in containers, which are subsequently transported inland in Germany or other EU countries. However, it is not just goods like tablets, frozen pizza, jeans, auto parts and machine tools that are shipped. “The increase in the flow of goods to Europe has brought an increase in illegal goods being imported by sea. Drug smuggling is a particularly significant concern here,” says Yvonne Schamber, spokeswoman of the German Customs Administration.

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]]> More western than its neighbours https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/more-western-than-its-neighbours/ Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:05:49 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/more-western-than-its-neighbours/ As the crow flies, the two capitals Abu Dhabi and Riyadh are less than 800 kilometres apart. But in many senses, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia are two separate worlds. This is also reflected in how people do business.

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]]> Saddling up https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/saddling-up/ Tue, 08 Feb 2022 07:58:30 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/saddling-up/ Horses are highly valued in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – they are considered a true status symbol, making them popular as financial investments and as gifts for guests. Some Emirati horses could even stem from Bremen logistics company owner, Tim Oltmann, in future.

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]]> “A little flattery goes a long way” https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/a-little-flattery-goes-a-long-way/ Thu, 25 Nov 2021 12:56:30 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/?p=57545 When taking a business trip to Singapore, you can expect an exciting melting pot of nationalities to accompany the international, state-of-the-art business sphere. This diversity is particularly challenging to navigate when finding a formula for success in dealings with business partners. One endeavour is paramount, however: mastering the fine balancing act between confidence and etiquette.

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]]> “A good rail link is particularly important” https://www.logistics-pilot.com/en/a-good-rail-link-is-particularly-important/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 10:35:55 +0000 https://www.logistics-pilot.com/?p=57051 Interview with Dr Söhnke Maatsch, Research Associate at the Institute for Shipping Economics and Logistics (ISL) and Head of the Maritime Intelligence competence area on the subject of hinterland traffic.

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