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Ticker Global Trade

Published

5 years ago

April 24, 2021

Transforming supply chain logistics is a tricky task! Ticker global trade is empowering organisations to optimise the future within the global economy. The team at BluJay Global Trade Network is connecting more than 40,000 universal partners to streamline the way we ship, sell and trade!

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China’s Singles Day trumps them all

What are the upcoming trends people can expect to see for the upcoming Chinese Singles’ Day in November? And what impact could COVID-19 have on this year’s event?

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Frustration Nation

What have been some of the common frustrations with customer experience, especially during the pandemic? Who’s done it well and what can companies learn in order to get things right?

Sustainable Ships

Sustainable shipping shifts… Say that 10 times fast! Today on ticker global trade we unpack the green movement affecting trade with a focus on actual action away from high emission transport. Climate-conscious consumers are demanding retailers provide products that are sustainably sourced and delivered so how will the industry ensure a greener supply chain?

Postal Reports Recourse

eCommerce has seen the industry report for 2021 and more people than ever are online. An older generation has embraced the online shopping craze in recent times. Shopping online has put pressure on the network and those pressures need to be relieved as unsurprisingly consumers aren’t lowering their expectations.

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BluJay Solutions delivers supply chain software and services to the world’s most progressive retailers, distributors, freight forwarders, manufacturers, and logistics service providers.

Transforming supply chain logistics with the BluJay Global Trade Network, we enable customers to unlock the power of more than 40,000 universally connected partners.

With BluJay, companies can achieve greater trade velocity, transform their supply chain economics for disruptive advantage, and see beyond the horizon to optimize their future in the global economy.

For more information, head to https://www.blujaysolutions.com/

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How London is attracting global investment and staying competitive

London’s investment appeal grows with global tours and new initiatives to attract Australian investors and boost job market

Published

3 days ago

November 10, 2025

Nathan Langridge

London’s investment appeal grows with global tours and new initiatives to attract Australian investors and boost job market.

In Short:
– London is a global financial hub with a 25% job increase since COVID, attracting international investments.
– The City of London Corporation promotes partnerships and international outreach to enhance London’s global brand and appeal.

On this episode of The Connector Belinda Coates hosts Chris Hayward, Policy Chairman of the City of London Corporation, to discuss how London has been able to maintain its financial competitiveness.

Chris notes London’s economy is rebounding with a 25% increase in jobs since COVID. The Corporation, alongside Opportunity London, plans international investment tours in Saudi Arabia and Asia to attract investors. Key sectors include life sciences, technology, and financial services.

Investment in London remains strong due to its advantageous time zone, language, and legal services. The city offers unique cultural attractions, making it appealing to young professionals worldwide.

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Future of livable cities: insights from Ludo Campbell-Reid

Urban expert Ludo Campbell-Reid discusses what makes cities livable and the future of urban design post-COVID

Published

3 days ago

November 10, 2025

Nathan Langridge

Urban expert Ludo Campbell-Reid discusses what makes cities liveable and the future of urban design post-COVID

In Short:
– Over half the global population lives in cities, which occupy only 1% of the Earth’s surface.
– Ludo Campbell-Reid discusses urban liveability and sustainable design in cities on *The Connector*.

Cities house over half the global population, occupying just 1% of the earth’s surface. On the latest episode of *The Connector*, host Belinda Coates interviews urban designer Ludo Campbell-Reid. With experience in cities like Melbourne, Auckland, and London, he discusses urban liveability and what makes a city thrive.

He highlights how cities are magnets for people due to their opportunities for innovation and community. Reflecting on Melbourne’s success in liveability rankings, he asserts that definitions of liveability vary among individuals. Future cities will need resilience, connectivity, and community-centered design.

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Co-living revolutionizes affordable urban living in UK

Co-living revolution in the UK fosters community, combats loneliness, and transforms housing for diverse demographics through innovative partnerships

Published

3 days ago

November 10, 2025

Nathan Langridge

Co-living revolution in the UK fosters community, combats loneliness, and transforms housing for diverse demographics through innovative partnerships

In Short:
– A housing revolution in the UK focuses on co-living, led by Hub Living’s high-quality developments.
– Co-living offers affordable housing, fosters community, and addresses urban loneliness, while expanding acceptance is vital.

Across the UK, a housing revolution is unfolding, centring around co-living and led by companies like Hub Living. This movement reflects a shift in how people connect and build community in urban settings. Hub Living, under Managing Director Damien Sharkey, focuses on high-quality developments that meet social needs.

Sharkey notes that co-living is not merely a contemporary trend but rather a longstanding residential practice that provides affordable housing and mitigates loneliness. By accommodating a diverse range of tenants, co-living allows people greater access to city centres and community while retaining economic feasibility.