GoShip Blog

MAY 1, 2024

Organic produce represents not just a choice but a commitment to quality and health. But farmers face a significant challenge: ensuring their fruits and vegetables reach markets across the country in pristine condition. The journey from the farm to tables isn’t just about moving items. It’s about preserving the integrity and freshness of the produce.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 1, 2024

Following 45 days of negotiations, the European Council approved a watered-down version of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. The EU CSDDD has had a difficult journey, facing delays, changes, and hurdles to overcome. Nonetheless, the direction of travel of European governments is clear: companies need to do more to identify their exposure to unethical practices, human rights abuses, and significant adverse environmental issues , across their value chain.

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Freightos

MAY 1, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home May 1, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Amidst escalating tensions in the Red Sea, another Houthi missile strike has targeted a bulk vessel. The rebels boasted of the attack’s precision, claiming to have hit the vessel, Cyclades. According to U.S. Central Command, three missiles and three UAVs were launched at the ship. U.K. Maritime & Trade Operations relayed a statement from a Company Security Officer confirming damage to the vessel but assuring the safety of its crew, who are proceeding to their next port of call.

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Advertiser: GEP

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 1, 2024

Importing into the U.S. is no small task, and at DGL, we go beyond the basics of ocean and air freight. Our suite of value-added services caters to clients with specific needs, offering personalized solutions that streamline the import process, cut costs, and align perfectly with your business requirements. We tailor our services based on your freight volumes, specific metrics, and custom criteria.

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NGT News

MAY 1, 2024

Blue Bird Corporation, provider of electric and low-emission school buses, has extended its exclusive clean school bus collaboration with Ford Component Sales and ROUSH CleanTech to 2030. The agreement strengthens Blue Bird’s industry leadership in low- and zero-emission student transportation. The company says it is now the only school bus manufacturer in the United States […] The post Blue Bird Extends Clean School Bus Alliance with Ford, ROUSH CleanTech appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 1, 2024

Amazon saw its net income increase from $3.2 billion in the first three months of 2023 to $10.4 billion in Q1 of 2024.

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NGT News

MAY 1, 2024

Reaffirming its commitment to support fuel cell and additional hydrogen-related products and technology toward a hydrogen economy, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) is renaming the TMNA research and development (R&D) California office as its new North American Hydrogen Headquarters (H2HQ). The office workspace at the new H2HQ was recently redesigned for its teams working from […] The post Toyota Establishes North American Hydrogen HQ appeared first on NGT News.

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Truck News

MAY 1, 2024

Many shippers will only do business with a carrier that has a Satisfactory safety rating.

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NGT News

MAY 1, 2024

Building on its mission to expand access to integrated, scalable and reliable fleet electric fuel solutions, Electrada has entered into an agreement with Red Bull Distribution Company to provide the electric fuel component for Red Bull’s strategy to electrify its fleet. This program was initiated through Electrada’s program partnership with Holman, a global automotive services […] The post Electrada, Holman Partner to Stimulate Electrification of Red Bull Distribution Fleet app

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

Clothing and fashion brand, Lyle & Scott has selected Davies Turner Logistics to provide third party warehousing, and management of final mile logistics fulfilment and distribution services across the UK for the next five years. Signing the contract with Lyle & Scott coincided with the opening of Davies Turner’s latest logistics fulfilment centre at Atherstone in the Midlands; its seventh bespoke 3PL facility in the UK; from which Lyle & Scott’s UK storage and order fulfilment requir

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Penske Move Ahead

MAY 1, 2024

With the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season just a month away, now is the time to get ready for potential storms, as preparation is key to keeping you and your property safe. National Hurricane Preparedness Week , May 5-11, provides an opportunity to review your safety plans and make any changes long before a storm arrives. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends Nov. 30, but the season historically peaks between mid-August and mid-October.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

Glencar, a leading UK construction company, has broken ground with long-term and valued client Wrenbridge on the development of a new 213,874 sq ft logistics and industrial unit at their new landmark ‘ Junction ’ gateway development in Luton. To mark the occasion a special ceremony was held on site attended by representatives from Wrenbridge, Glencar and the full project team.

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Advertiser: GEP

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