E-Commerce And New Delivery Paradigms Shaping Future Of Global Logistics
--Colliers International Analysis Uncovers Critical Need for More Extensive Logistics and Warehousing Networks in Towns and Cities Worldwide to Support Urban, Online Demand--
--Colliers International Analysis Uncovers Critical Need for More Extensive Logistics and Warehousing Networks in Towns and Cities Worldwide to Support Urban, Online Demand--
NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global commercial real estate services firm Colliers International Group Inc. (Nasdaq:CIGI) (TSX:CIG) today issued "From First Mile to Last Mile," a global logistics report examining the primary factors that will impact the global pattern of warehousing and logistics over the next generation, as well as the elements already shifting global trade flows and retail formats.
"Our analysis finds that e-commerce and evolving delivery methods are the primary factors driving the shape of the logistics sector both today and in the future as e-retailing is slated to increase significantly in cities and towns across the globe," says Dwight Hotchkiss, National Director of Industrial for Colliers | U.S. and President of Brokerage Services | U.S. "This will result in the creation of new and innovative space at the initial 'First Mile' level, including mega distribution centers, and the 'Last Mile', where there is already a proliferation of e-fulfillment distribution centers on the edge of urban areas."
Colliers' extensive report focuses on the vast growth potential of e-retail driven logistics and warehousing, reviewing cutting-edge examples and case studies of modern warehousing and distribution space designed to overcome the industry's most pressing challenges. The analysis also provides insights on market implications and opportunities in the logistics sector worldwide.
Key highlights of the analysis include:
For more information or to download the report, visit: http://www.colliers.com/en-us/insights/market-news/2015-global-logistics-report.
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