As can be read in the article The 10 Largest Ports of China, China is accounting for more than 1/5 of the world’s 50 biggest ports Furthermore, it states that the biggest harbours are to be found on the East Coast of China. The ships that leave from this part...
Although China is known for its tea and baijiu (Chinese alcoholic beverage) drinking rituals, wine is increasingly finding a place in Chinese culture. At the moment they are ranked 5th in the global wine consumption list displacing the UK from the top 5 in 2012. This article will argue that...
When you’re sourcing from China it is necessary to get your goods checked. After the shipment is done, the transfer is irreversible. Therefore it is wise to do a pre-shipment inspection (PSI). In this blog, the steps that are taken in the pre-shipment inspection will be reviewed. Before companies decide...
5 Tips for Making Your Prototype in China So you have a great concept and design and now you need a prototype to show and attract investors, test for viability, marketability, etc. China offers great value for prototypes but there are several tips to keep in mind when making your...
Coal in China fuelling the world's largest nation. Did you know that… China is by far the largest producer of coal in the world? Even though the United States is equipped with the world's largest amount of 'recoverable' coal reserves. They are followed by Russia, China, Australia and India....
If we think about China's favourite beverage, tea is probably the first and unique word that comes to our mind. The dominance of this devotion makes it difficult to find another option. However, since the entrance of Starbucks in 1998, the supremacy has been attenuated. The American company has been...
The phrase “The moon reflects the sunlight”, refers to women as subordinate to men. Symbolically, man is placed with the sun and women with the moon. As an ethnically Asian Woman, I am aware of the harsh realities of life. Male dominance in business is still prevalent in countries like...
Advantages and Disadvantages of Sourcing from Chengdu From the capital of the Sichuan province on China’s Western side, Chengdu has developed into a strong high-tech zone benefiting from its robust performance in service outsourcing. Fields in Transformation In particular the technology, the outsourcing, and the shared service areas have seen...
