What does it mean to have a logistics centred economy in Jamaica?
It represents, in my view, a blueprint of how to build a resilient and sustainable economy in the 21st Century, especially for a Small Island Developing State (SID).
Tag: Jamaica Global Logistics Hub
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Lydford Logistics — creating, adding and capturing value for Jamaica
Lydford Logistics, yet another project proving why Logistics Matters, Jamaica. As the company takes shape under the logistics hub framework it is also proving why SEZs matter to Jamaica.
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Explaining Jamaica’s logistics centred economy An exercise in Digital Storytelling
If you were asked to Explain Jamaica’s logistics centred economy? What would your answer be? I will admit, it is not an easy question to answer. However, here is my attempt. What is a logistics centred economy? How about you, what would your answer be? More importantly why should you care? In a word: opportunity. Being able to explain what Jamaica’s… Continue reading "<span class="entry-title-primary">Explaining Jamaica’s logistics centred economy</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">An exercise in Digital Storytelling</span>"
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Logistics is the key to thriving in the Fourth Industrial Revolution Connectivity, Flows and the management of connectivity and flows
If I had to boil the Fourth Industrial Revolution down to its basics I would say it consist of three things. And these are: Connectivity Flows Management of connectivity and flows Connectivity Connectivity is often synonymous with digital or technological connectivity, and rightfully so as it is a major means and mode of connectivity. Connectivity, in the Fourth Industrial… Continue reading "<span class="entry-title-primary">Logistics is the key to thriving in the Fourth Industrial Revolution</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Connectivity, Flows and the management of connectivity and flows</span>"
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Logistics, the future is now and for Jamaica the future looks bright A reflection on Jamaica's march forward as a Global Logistics Hub...logistics matters
For some some Jamaica’s logistics hub is but a dream, for me its my daily reality. Lecturing is both passion project and a side hustle for me. Look at the view of Kinston Harbour as I get ready to impact some young and some not so young minds. For some some Jamaica's logistics hub is but a dream, for me… Continue reading "<span class="entry-title-primary">Logistics, the future is now and for Jamaica the future looks bright</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">A reflection on Jamaica's march forward as a Global Logistics Hub...logistics matters</span>"
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What is a logistics centred economy? Jamaica is on to something
Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others. – Jonathan Swift Logistics Centred Economy Yes, I know its a bit of a circular definition and I can see my teachers all the way from high school to university shaking their heads in disappointment that I still have not learnt that one ought not to define a… Continue reading "<span class="entry-title-primary">What is a logistics centred economy?</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Jamaica is on to something</span>"
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My random, well maybe not so random, thoughts on Special Economic Zones Why are SEZs so important to Jamaica?
Excited about SEZs: The nerd meets the lawyer Maybe its the nerd, sorry, I mean lawyer in me that gets so excited to talk about Special Economic Zone development models….its all about structuring the deal. On a personal note the development of Jamaica’s Special Economic Zone Regime has not only been an interesting one but professionally truly gratifying having… Continue reading "<span class="entry-title-primary">My random, well maybe not so random, thoughts on Special Economic Zones</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Why are SEZs so important to Jamaica?</span>"
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Using Special Economic Zones to connect to the world The role of Special Economic Zones in enhancing Jamaica's trade
No man is an island, entire of itself… – John Donne Jamaica has set itself an ambitious goal and programme through its national development plan, Vision 2030, to “make Jamaica the place of choice to live, work, raise families and do business.” A critical element of Vision 2030 is transforming Jamaica into a global logistics hub which includes bringing together… Continue reading "<span class="entry-title-primary">Using Special Economic Zones to connect to the world</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">The role of Special Economic Zones in enhancing Jamaica's trade</span>"
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Momentum maintained on solidifying Singaporean assistance to Jamaica on special economic zone development
It is always gratifying to see one’s work in contributing to Jamaica’s national development take positive steps forward. Met Jamaican PM @andrewholnessjm, who is visiting Singapore for the first time today. We discussed possible cooperation in trade, infrastructure and urban planning. Jamaica is famous for its celebrities (sprinter Usain Bolt and musician Bob Marley), music, and beautiful beaches. But the… Continue reading "Momentum maintained on solidifying Singaporean assistance to Jamaica on special economic zone development"
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China’s Special Economic Zone experience… seven things Jamaica has learnt
The strategic and focused use of special economic zones (SEZs) as a development tool holds a special – pun intended – place in China’s story. And as Jamaica embarks on its own journey using its modernized SEZ framework, China’s journey holds valuable insights into the remarkable transformational power of SEZs.