A Year in Supply Chain Statistics
As we say goodbye to 2025, the numbers tell a story of innovation, resilience and transformation.
From investments in green technology to shifts in global trade, data has once again revealed the forces shaping our world.
In this roundup, we revisit five standout statistics that not only captured the headlines but also signalled the direction industries – and society – are heading.
Global Ocean Freight Trade in Numbers
A DHL Global Forwarding forecast (2025–2028) shows steady growth in global container trade, the map highlights shifting trade patterns and the increasing importance of regional connections worldwide.
Global Food Insecurity in Numbers
We reveal the drivers and scale of food price pressures and supply chain failures worldwide. These figures highlight how external shocks, inefficiencies and regional vulnerabilities exacerbate hunger, particularly in vulnerable areas like Africa.
EU Trade in Numbers
Geopolitical instability over the past decade – including war, COVID-19 and increasing tariffs – has created disruption across entire supply chains.
Businesses with operations in the European Union are in the process of ensuring their supply chains are resilient enough to withstand these shocks, as reflected in the latest European Investment Bank Group Survey on Investment and Investment Finance (EIBIS).
The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative in Numbers
These statistics showcase the collective efforts of major oil and gas companies to reduce emissions through investments and operational targets.
We highlight their significant market share, funding commitments and innovations in lowering carbon footprints, especially in transport-related emissions.
The Future of Trade in Numbers
Sourced from Standard Chartered, these numbers captures corporate perspectives on evolving global trade dynamics, tariffs and regional opportunities.
They reveal growing concerns over costs and barriers alongside optimism for markets like India and ASEAN and highlight trends in supply chain adaptation amid geopolitical shifts.