by Petrex GmbH | Apr 16, 2024 | Recent news
In the first quarter we implemented a new software called d.velop. This Document Management Software (DMS) helps us to reduce paper usage and to promote sustainability through digitizing, organizing, and securing our documents. It is mainly used for bookkeeping files and supports many AI tools for example transfering files automatically to DATEV, the main german accounting software.
We received positive feedback from our colleagues due to higher working efficiency achieved through less copies and better searching tools.
There are many useful tools available in the market to digitize business workflows. We try to go one step after another to keep our team motivated to accept the change. The next step is already planned…
by Petrex GmbH | Feb 8, 2024 | Recent news
Dear business partner,
According to the lunar calendar, 2024 is the year of the wood dragon.
The dragon represents authority, prosperity, and good fortune. Those who were born in the year of the dragon are known for their captivating demeanor, distinct personality, and strong leadership abilities.
Below we would like to share the dates of public holidays in China 2024:
- International New Year Jan 1
- Chinese New Year February 10 – 17
- Qing Ming Festival Apr 4 – 6
- Labor Day May 1 – 5
- Dragon Boat Festival Jun 10
- Mid-Autumn Festival Sep 15 – 17
- National Day Oct 1 – 7
by Petrex GmbH | Jan 15, 2024 | Recent news
Repeated attacks by the Houthis in Yemen on container ships in the Red Sea have caused sea freight rates to skyrocket. A third of the world’s container cargo is shipped via route Egypt’s Suez Canal connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean and is the fastest route to transport fuel, food and consumer goods from Asia and the Middle East to Europe.
Until early January, more than 180 ships had already been rerouted around the South African Cape of Good Hope to avoid the attacks. This increased travel times by seven to 20 days. Although rates have soared, they are still well below the pandemic-related record of $14,000 per container for shipments from Asia to northern Europe and the Mediterranean.
by Petrex GmbH | Jan 2, 2024 | Recent news
We wish our business partners and contacts all the best for 2024!
Days are getting longer now and we hope that the rainy weather in Northern Europe will soon fade away to make room for a colorful spring! Talking about spring, the Chinese “Spring Festival” or “Chinese New Year” is approaching in a few weeks time – on 10 February. According to the Lunar Calendar, 2024 is the year of the wood dragon.The dragon is related to success, intelligence and honour. Wood dragons are full of energy and dream of changing the world.
Below we would like to share the dates of all public holidays in China 2024:
International New Year Jan 1
Chinese New Year Feb 10 – 17
Qing Ming Festival Apr 4 – 6
Labor Day May 1 – 5
Dragon Boat Festival Jun 8 – 10
Mid Autumn Festival Sep 15 – 17
National Day Oct 1 – 7
by Petrex GmbH | Dec 18, 2023 | Recent news
During this season, we take time to reflect upon the good things we have… like the partnership with our business contacts. We hope that the holidays and the coming year will bring happiness and success to all our partners. Thank you very much for your support in 2023.
by Petrex GmbH | Dec 4, 2023 | Recent news
Sustainability is dynamic. But it’s most efficient when everyone participates. This is why we are working together with all our partners to walk this path as one.
Next steps
Besides taking part in the EcoVadis rating, we’re currently adapting measures to track and analyze the whole supply chain. Through this, there’s still a lot of potentials to optimize. Especially the critical evaluation of Scope-3-Emissions is a key duty for us. We will particularly focus on our Asian manufacturers who are in close contact. Together we will stay progressive.
We are on our way and we won’t stop!
