Resilient Supply Chains

Geopolitical instability and recent crises have highlighted the vulnerability of global supply chains, driving a shift towards nearshoring and increased demand for resilient logistics infrastructure.

Themes

Navigating Global Uncertainty

Timeframe

near-term

Subcategories

Global Trade Infrastructure Supply Chain Management Trade & Commerce

Impact areas

Industrials Logistics Manufacturing

Detailed Analysis

Recent disruptions have exposed weaknesses in global supply chains, prompting a focus on resilience. The document notes the increased demand for industrial and logistics spaces in Southern and Eastern Europe as companies prioritize "nearshoring." This trend is further amplified by the shift from just-in-time to just-in-case inventory management. EBRD countries of operation, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, are experiencing a surge in demand for warehousing due to undersupply compared to Western European counterparts.

Context Signals

Shift from just-in-time to just-in-case inventory management. Record-low vacancy rates in CEE warehousing markets. Growth of e-commerce fueling demand for last-mile logistics.

Edge

Development of smart logistics hubs incorporating automation and data analytics. Increased investment in multimodal transportation infrastructure. Emergence of new business models focused on circular economy principles in logistics.

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logistics infrastructure nearshoring supply chain resilience

Demand for industrial and logistics spaces in Southern and Eastern Europe has spiked dramatically as Western and Central European companies focus on nearshoring.

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