News & Activities
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Conference: “Logistics Corridors: What the Dominican Republic Needs to Become a More Competitive Regional Hub”
On the occasion of World Maritime Day, the Dominican Republic Shipping Association (ANRD) had the honor of welcoming to the country an international authority in logistics and transportation, Dr. Jean-Paul Rodrigue, one of the world’s most influential experts in supply chains and port competitiveness.
In his presentation, he shared: “Caribbean nations, such as the Dominican Republic, continue to face challenges regarding their role and function within supply chains. Despite their limitations, there are significant opportunities linked to the competitiveness of logistics hubs. The key is to ‘know your place’ within logistics corridors and to understand why container ports enable the creation of economic value.”
Likewise, our president, Mr. Jaak Rannik, highlighted in his opening remarks: “The commitment of the Shipping Association is to work together with the State, the private sector, and society so that knowledge translates into concrete actions: greater efficiency, more innovation, and added value for the Dominican Republic.”
A memorable day that reaffirms our vision of consolidating the Dominican Republic as a competitive and resilient regional logistics hub.
Lunch - Conference “Strategic Allies and Ally-shoring Opportunities: Strengthening the Dominican Position in the Caribbean and the Americas”
We successfully held in Santiago de los Caballeros the luncheon conference “Strategic Allies and Ally-shoring Opportunities: Strengthening the Dominican Position in the Caribbean and the Americas,” featuring as guest speaker the Minister of Industry, Commerce and MSMEs, Víctor “Ito” Bisonó.
During his address, Minister Bisonó stated:
“In a context of trade tensions, technological changes, and geopolitical reconfiguration, the Dominican Republic has shown that it knows how to move intelligently and with vision. We are a country that inspires confidence and is consolidating itself as a logistical and industrial hub for the Americas.”
Likewise, our president Jaak Rannik emphasized:
“The opportunity is on the table. Let us make ally-shoring not only a global trend, but a State policy — with human impact, territorial vision, and long-term purpose.”
This important gathering brought together national authorities, business leaders, and representatives from the logistics and port sectors, reaffirming a shared vision to promote a modern, efficient, and sustainable logistics model for the Dominican Republic.
Thank you, Santiago, for your warmth — and to everyone who made this space of dialogue and commitment to national growth possible.
Conference:
“Navigating Change: Geopolitical Turbulence and Its Impact on Maritime Trade.”
The ANRD successfully held its conference: “Navigating Change: Geopolitical Turbulence and Its Impact on Maritime Trade,” a space created to analyze the challenges and opportunities facing the maritime industry amid the current complex geopolitical landscape.
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We were honored to feature Lars Jensen, CEO of Vespucci Maritime and a global authority in container shipping, who shared his insights on the immediate and structural changes shaping supply chains and maritime trade.
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Jaak Rannik, President of the Dominican Republic Shipping Association (ANRD), emphasized the strategic importance of the sector and the value of the Dominican Republic’s geographic position in adapting to this new global scenario.
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At ANRD, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting dialogue and preparedness spaces that foster a more resilient, efficient, and connected maritime industry.