Remove 2017 Remove Definition Remove Examples
article thumbnail

This Week in Logistics News (November 6-10, 2017)

Talking Logistics

I learned that fact (and many more important things) at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference in New Orleans this week. E2open Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Zyme. Cement is one of the raw materials that goes into making concrete, which is the finished product. CLX Logistics Renews Partnership with BluJay Solutions.

article thumbnail

This Week in Logistics News (September 4-8, 2017)

Talking Logistics

LL4T1DCure Team Jersey 2017. In response to Hurricane Harvey, for example, JDRF and other organizations shipped more than 3,750 pounds of donated diabetes supplies to Houston (including 200,000 syringes, 50,000 pen needles and 20,000 alcohol pads) to help people with diabetes affected by the hurricane. How far is 100 miles?

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

2018 Parcel Oversize Changes: Tightening of the Vise

Talking Logistics

Below is a comparison of 2017 vs. 2018 parameters for oversize shipments: Source: enVista. Overall, not only are fees increasing to $80 list for both carriers, but the definitions are tightening, and the minimum billable weight is changing (FDX). What Has Changed? Ship to residences (where LTL isn’t generally an option).

article thumbnail

Deutsche Post DHL Group | Mar 07, 2018: Deutsche Post DHL Group meets 2017 EBIT-guidance

247 Customs Broker

billion in the 2017 financial year. In 2017 we took another major step on the road to achieving our strategic and financial goals for 2020. The increase in revenue and earnings in 2017 is also reflected in improved net profit for the year. Deutsche Post DHL Group invested heavily in all four divisions once again in 2017.

Groups 28
article thumbnail

Emerging Trends in Automation: What it Means to Supply Chains

GlobalTranz

This example generates a huge amount of data that can leverage in the supply chain. While this example may still be a few years off, it is important that you understand how the top emerging trends in automation will shape supply chains and transportation processes in the coming years. The truck never stops until arriving for reloading.

article thumbnail

Sustainability report marks Prologis’ partnership with Planet Mark

Logistics Business Magazine

An example of such initiatives is the work Planet Mark undertake with Prologis UK to engage the full construction supply chain, including all contractors, to ensure end-to-end visibility of carbon emissions, thereby identifying opportunities for reductions.

article thumbnail

Mega Ships from Asia are Transforming East Coast Ports

Now, That's Logistics

In 2017, imports to East Coast were up nearly 8% — more than double the growth of their West Coast counterparts. Here are some examples: Port of New York/New Jersey: Last September, the first “mega ship”, the 14,4000 TEU CMA CGM T. in 2017, and it has already surpassed the Port of New Orleans in volume for the #2 spot on the U.S.