The world has seen massive change over the last five years. Climate change, geopolitical conflicts, a global pandemic and shifting alliances have all impacted supply chains in all aspects. As we near the end of 2025, the industry has faced a myriad of challenges that have significantly impacted supply chains and logistics.
In this episode of Maersk’s Beyond the Box podcast, host Philip Lewin explores how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives are reshaping logistics and supply chain strategies in the face of geopolitical uncertainty, rising costs, and regulatory complexity. Joining him is Christopher S. Tang, Distinguished Research Professor, University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) and Nada R. Sanders, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management, Northeastern University.
Together, they explore:
- Why ESG is now embedded in boardroom decisions and linked to financial performance
- How companies can integrate decarbonisation with resilience strategies like friend-shoring and multi-sourcing
- The role of AI, blockchain, and digital twins in reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
- Global regulations like CBAM and CSDDD — and what they mean for compliance and competitiveness
- Practical steps for future-proofing supply chains
Whether you’re a supply chain leader, logistics professional, or ESG strategist, this episode offers actionable insights to help you navigate the evolving landscape.
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