Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 29, 2023

Catalysed by initial pandemic downtime – which saw many drivers leave the industry, take early retirement or extended sick leave – driver shortages are now a significant strain on supply chains. So, it’s clear that simply poaching drivers from elsewhere in the industry isn’t a long-term solution for companies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 12, 2024

According to a survey by McKinsey, 93% of supply chain executives plan to increase their investments in resilience, and 47% of them consider automation and digitization as the top priority. Autonomous shipping has the potential to reduce human errors, improve safety, lower costs, and increase efficiency in the maritime industry.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2024

The bank said Friday that it is launching new “Supply Availability Indexes” via a blog posting on Monday that going forward will feature as part of its regular monthly surveys of regional business activity. The indexes will feature in future Empire State Manufacturing and Business Leaders surveys, the bank said.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 31, 2023

This trend is set to continue as CEE GDP growth is forecast to grow twice as fast as the Eurozone average between 2023 and 2026. In a recent survey MAERSK identified the Czech Republic as a global top 10 hotspot with Poland ranked in first place and Romania in second.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The warehouse automation market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of approximately 14% and be worth USD 30 billion by 2026. Nearly 91% of survey respondents want to use advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning to drive warehouse and DC performance improvements. AI holds the promise for big gains.

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Locus

MAY 20, 2024

If there is one industry that continues to scale robustly, it is Retail. A recent survey forecasts that retail sales will soar to $32.76 trillion by 2026, surpassing the current GDP of all European Union member states combined. This knowledge fosters improved communication and effective management within the industry.

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Locus

MAY 12, 2023

The Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo has once again, exceeded our expectations, leaving us inspired and engaged We had some thought-provoking conversations with stakeholders on the latest industry dynamics, pain points, customer expectations, and innovative supply chain strategies.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2018

Ask anyone in the trucking industry why there’s a truck driver shortage, and you will hear all kinds of answers. Unfortunately, the average age of a truck driver is 55, which is a decade older than comparable industries. In terms of the driver shortage, the ATA reports the industry was short 45,000 drivers in 2015. There are 3.5

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2018

Ask anyone in the trucking industry why there’s a truck driver shortage, and you will hear all kinds of answers. Unfortunately, the average age of a truck driver is 55, which is a decade older than comparable industries. In terms of the driver shortage, the ATA reports the industry was short 45,000 drivers in 2015. There are 3.5

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2018

Ask anyone in the trucking industry why there’s a truck driver shortage, and you will hear all kinds of answers. Unfortunately, the average age of a truck driver is 55, which is a decade older than comparable industries. In terms of the driver shortage, the ATA reports the industry was short 45,000 drivers in 2015. There are 3.5

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Locus

MARCH 20, 2023

The survey conducted by MetaPack highlights that more than 90% of customers consider delivery a crucial factor when making online purchases. Another survey by Deloitte found that 63% of consumers are willing to pay extra for same-day delivery. There’s also a growing trend of customers prioritizing fast delivery options.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Gary Ison says: “Over the last decade or so, electric-powered forklifts have become an increasingly popular choice for businesses across all industry sectors who find themselves under growing social and legislative pressure to operate in as environmentally sensitive way as they can.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 7, 2018

To gain a sharper picture of what ecommerce-related technologies logistics professionals should be watching, we reached out to industry experts to develop a short-list of trends and solutions that need to be top of mind for today’s logistics professional. This shortage trend alone should accelerate interest in driverless trucks.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

2021 may not be a year for the logistics industry to cherish, but it was a year filled with a lot of takeaways. Logistics industry was experiencing capacity constraints, driver shortages, sudden upticks in e-commerce demand, new technologies, different fulfillment models , delays, port congestions, canal blockage etc. Rewind to 2021!

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WorkWave

OCTOBER 14, 2022

If customers take a follow-up survey on their delivery experience, they’re going to rate the delivery category more poorly. million users by 2026. Other industries that are growing include delivery subscription services like Amazon Prime and meal kits. They’re not tempted by what’s in the aisles and can stick to their lists.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2023

FedEx, UPS snag Black Friday volume share from regional carriers Amazon revises numerous seller fees Tariffs on aluminum have cost US beverage industry $2b Zero emission cargo ships are getting closer Faced with high returns, retailers are telling shoppers: “Just keep it.” That data’s from a survey by the return logistics company goTRG.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 5, 2018

A recent study from the American Trucking Associations (ATA) predicted that the shortage would reach 50,000 drivers by the end of 2017, and, if trends hold, could reach 174,000 drivers by 2026. This shortage trend alone should accelerate interest in driverless trucks.

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2018

Statistics depict an industry straining to fulfill its mission in the face of a booming e-commerce sector and unprecedented demand for services, particularly in the trucking and courier industries. Earlier this year it was revealed that the trucking industry was short 51,000 drivers. in the for-hire truckload and 6.6%

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