The collective arrangements and services are available to all CAST members and exhibitors and include, among others:
- Logistics consultancy: guidance on strategic and operational challenges
- Carrier arrangements: collective agreements with logistics service providersBenchmarks
- Innovative and sustainable concepts: solutions such as the Consol Box and Sample Consolidation that contribute to more efficient and eco-friendly logistics
- Market support: assistance in entering new external markets
Are you a CAST member or exhibitor and curious about the economies of scale CAST Logistics can offer? Would you like logistics advice or a no-obligation introduction to advantageous carrier arrangements with providers like DHL Express, FedEx, UPS, DHL eCommerce, and DPD?
CAST Logistics supports CAST members, partners, and exhibitors with CO2 monitoring via CO2 Improve
European sustainability legislation is becoming increasingly strict, especially within the footwear, sports, and fashion sectors. The European Commission is pushing for mandatory CO2 certification, and carbon pricing is already a reality in several countries. CAST Logistics helps companies prepare for these developments in time, in collaboration with the CO2 Improve program. CO2 Improve provides certified CO2 monitoring of logistics processes. This analysis gives companies direct insight into their logistics-related carbon footprint. The results can be used for official reporting and serve as a foundation for targeted improvement measures. By taking action now, companies not only comply with future regulations but also meet the expectations of customers, governments, and auditors. CAST Logistics offers practical, reliable, and industry-specific advice and guidance during this transition.
Exclusive service for CAST members: Save costs and reduce CO2 emissions with Sample Consolidation
In the footwear, sports, and fashion industries, sales samples are often shipped in large quantities and on short notice to Europe. This results in high shipping costs and significant CO2 emissions. CAST Logistics offers an efficient and cost-saving alternative: Sample Consolidation from China. With Sample Consolidation, sales samples from multiple producers are combined into regular air freight shipments. Since many samples are sent during the same period, it is possible to cleverly consolidate these shipments. This prevents fragmentation, reduces costs, and limits environmental impact.
Benefits of Sample Consolidation:
- Up to 30% lower shipping costs through smart consolidation
- Better control over shipments and fewer urgent deliveries
- Reduced CO2 emissions thanks to more efficient transport
This service is available to CAST members and perfectly meets the demand for more sustainable and practical logistics solutions.
Want to know more?
Watch our explainer video or contact us for more information about Sample Consolidation and the benefits for your company.
Sample Consolidation Video
CAST Logistics present during all four PREVIEW days
The PREVIEW days are all about inspiration, collections, and connections. CAST Logistics will be present on all four days to meet members and exhibitors and to provide information about our logistics services.
Whether it’s transporting new collections, temporary storage, or structural logistics solutions, CAST Logistics is happy to collaborate with you. Our presence during the PREVIEW days is aimed at enabling quick communication, answering questions, and working together to find the most efficient approach for your logistics.
You can find CAST Logistics on the following PREVIEW days:
• Monday, June 16, 2025
• Monday, June 23, 2025
• Monday, June 30, 2025
• Monday and Tuesday, August 25 & 26, 2025
If you have any questions after reading this article or are interested in discussing a topic further, CAST Logistics would love to hear from you. Please contact:
Edwin van de Rafelaar: +31 6 51 50 58 06
Otto de Ruiter: +31 6 21 30 85 92
Lindsey Boeyink: +31 6 14 12 34 42
Or send an email to: info@castlogistics.nl
