Infographic: The Logistics of the Festive Season

The festive season is here: With Christmas and the New Year just around the corner, retailers have been reporting record-sales figures despite the fears over the economic outlook. Other than the retail front, how does the logistic market play a part in our festive season?

The festive season is here: With Christmas and the New Year just around the corner, retailers have been reporting record-sales figures despite the fears over the economic outlook. Other than the retail front, how does the logistic market play a part in our festive season?

What recession? U.S. holiday spending has hit the roof this season. According to comScore, Americans spent nearly $31 billion in online shopping alone this year, with similar record-spending figures during Thanksgiving and Halloween. 

But how does the transport industry fare during the shopping booms? Let’s take a look:

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