MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

In addition, limited container capacity and port congestions mean that the long-term charges agreed in contracts between carriers and shippers will be an estimated 200% higher than they were a year ago. Suddenly, an industry that was sailing in the sea, which was previously barely noticed by the masses, became a very visible target.

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ShipLilly

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

The coming months are going to be a real test of the shipping industry in terms of how it can manage capacity and coordinate to meet the needs of customers. Chinese factories are facing challenges of meeting excessive orders that are way beyond their current capacity. The statistics are startling. Contract Extensions.

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MTS Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Deforestation Widespread deforestation in the region has reduced the natural water retention capacity of the forests. The post Navigating the Challenge: The Analysis of Reduced Water Levels in Panama Canal appeared first on More Than Shipping. This has a direct impact on the flow of water into the canal’s reservoirs.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As we approach the conclusion of 2023, the maritime shipping industry faces challenges that have impacted ocean carriers with declined profits and increased price-driven competition. However, here is my take in terms of what to expect for ocean shipping and in the broader shipping industry.

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Turvo

JULY 15, 2021

In the logistics and shipping industry, capacity refers to the amount of space secured on trucks and other vehicles to carry shipment loads. This generally gets referred to as trucking capacity, and it remains one of the most critical aspects of dealing with supply chain disruptions.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 28, 2023

Sarah is a Shipper Sales Manager at DAT , an online marketplace that connects shippers and carriers in the transportation industry. Established in 1978, DAT established itself as the go-to source for industry trends and market intelligence for transportation brokers, carriers, shippers, news outlets, and industry analysts.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Capacity crunches have different causes. What’s in this article: What is a capacity crunch? What causes a capacity crunch? What can shippers do to prepare for tight capacity? How can a 3PL provider help with capacity crunches? What causes a capacity crunch, and how does it impact your business?

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 15, 2020

A freight spend analysis can help cut those extra costs. Performing a freight spend analysis reveals extra costs deriving from unforeseen issues. Let’s look at a few best practices and steps to conduct a comprehensive, insightful cost analysis. Know the scope and value of a freight spend analysis.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 9, 2015

Expected Transportation Capacity Issues. The concern and dialog about the transportation capacity issues for our country have bridged the past two decades and beyond. We have heard so much over the years about a coming capacity crunch crisis , many argue if crisis is the proper terminology. Let us know in the comments below.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

VisionTrack, a leading AI video telematics and connected fleet data specialist, is transforming commercial fleet safety with the launch of a sophisticated AI-powered post-analysis solution. The post VisionTrack Launches AI-Powered Video Analysis appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

While we’ve seen layoffs in the tech industry skyrocket over the past few months, we’re now observing them in the shipping industry – in the middle of Peak Season. While layoffs within the tech industry have unfortunately become common place with the current state of the global economy, the shipping industry has largely avoided them.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Industrial material production, food production, retail sales, and manufacturing continue to all be affected by this problem. Shipping industry analysts reported that blank sailings during the first nine months of 2021 were 7.7 The shipping industry’s reverse trip grew 6-7 times higher than before. Shipping rates.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2023

Container xChange has released a Container LogTech predictions report for 2023, which highlights important global trends that the shipping and supply chain industry will witness in 2023. Freight forwarders will employ a ‘wait and see’ approach before making any long-term air cargo capacity commitments particularly.” the report claims.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Despite labor shortages for supply chain operations, limited warehouse space, congestion and lead time issues, the biggest problem in the shipping industry is still securing market capacity and pricing. How is ocean capacity and pricing looking heading further into 2022? Carriers’ new plans to add capacity to the U.S.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Anthony transitioned to a Corporate Economist & Consultant, advising CXO leaders and Fortune 500 companies on economic analysis, industry trends, and internal strategy. Anthony’s clients varied from construction, trucking, industrial, software, manufacturing, and retail industries.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 15, 2021

According to Supply Chain 24/7 , “ In the industry right now, there are 10 orders to ship for every available truck; however, a large portion of private fleets are running their assets with a significant amount of empty backhaul miles. Read on to see how these innovations can help with truckload shipping procurement. Download the White Paper.

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CH Robinson Logistics

JULY 12, 2021

Robinson’s own technology and data from the largest network in the freight industry, our partnerships with research firms and universities help our customers stay on top of the trends that influence their supply chains. In the highly competitive trucking industry, freight rates are determined by supply and demand. Combined with C.H.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

A barge is a flat-bottomed base used for carrying a huge capacity of heavy goods through waterways. A single barge can carry goods with capacity… The post Barge Logistics Transportation Market Growth opportunities, Trends, Industry Analysis, and Forecast to 2025 – Industry Updates Daily appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

With the installation of these racks, a storage capacity of 36,960 positions was achieved. After that first phase of technical-logistical analysis and the search for the best solution for the customer, Rudells and AR Racking designed and installed a narrow aisle racking solution with 1200 mm deep sections to pick 600 mm boxes from both sides.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 3, 2023

A lot can happen throughout the year, but I have listed our biggest predictions for ocean shipping and the broader shipping industry in 2023 below. This is in parallel with overall expectations from other industries, as the status quo will be the same for many different sectors. Lower freight rates. There are still big unknowns.

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 25, 2023

Although we are unable to accurately predict the future, we are able to pinpoint some potential problems that the shipping industry may experience in the coming years based on current trends and difficulties. Also, automated and autonomous technologies have the potential to change the shipping industry and displace workers.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

To meet demand, shippers must rapidly ramp up production and move more product, but the industry is struggling. The capacity crunch continues, and the ELD mandate has lowered the number of trucks available. Data Analysis Enhances E-Commerce Forecasts and More Take a moment to consider what goes into managing e-commerce fulfillment.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 24, 2019

How Will a Supply Chain Analysis Help You? A timely and periodic analysis will work as a preventive health check-up for your supply chain thus ensuring it continues to operate at an optimum level. An end-to-end in-depth analysis will also highlight which processes are redundant or need to be restructured. Call us at 800.MY.SHIPPING

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2024

Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems are revolutionizing road safety, especially in the freight, trucking, and logistics industry. Processing and Analysis: Each vehicle processes received data to assess potential collision risks. This creates a network of interconnected vehicles sharing essential information with low latency.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 11, 2021

And the transportation and shipping industry has a choice to make – to take advantage of trucking data or to ignore it, continuing as before. . Access to data and proper analysis are both essential to maximize profits and reduce costs. Real-time trucking data helps to secure more capacity and better shipping rates.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 1, 2022

He’s been in the freight industry for 10 years and has touched everything from carrier sales to customer operations to account management. The industry today has changed dramatically from when he started, and that’s what excites him the most. About Nick Jensen. Nick Jensen is the Director of National Accounts at Loadsmart.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 7, 2024

Bank , offering a comprehensive analysis of freight shipping rates. This recurring publication serves as an invaluable resource for shippers, carriers, and logistics professionals, providing data-driven insights into the dynamic landscape of the transportation industry.

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

Shortages for in-demand products abound, while shipment delays are common and production lines run at a fraction of capacity. Shipping from Asia is delayed by weeks given soft demand for apparel and other products, and some suppliers are turning to the airline industry — with air travel down by 95% — to reduce delays.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Carriers in the trucking industry are still adjusting to the growing pains of the federally mandated electronic logging devices (ELDs) following implementation deadlines earlier this year. What Does the ELD Mandate Mean: Transit times, Capacity, and Rates . Analysis with BlueGrace . Even still, one-third of U.S.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis Last week, transpacific ocean rates continued their slide that started early this month. Freight news travels faster than cargo Get industry-leading insights in your inbox. Europe rates of $3.70/kg

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2017

A sudden increase in freight demand throughout the United States might put shippers in a difficult position for capacity and price later this autumn. This increase in tonnage will likely mean tightened capacity for the fall. 3PLs have been noting for months that capacity has been tightening as the economy improved.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

Packing efficiently is essential for maximizing storage capacity and minimizing waste in the warehouse. Dynamic Slotting involves the use of software and algorithms to perform velocity and affinity analysis, in a real-time, ever adapting fashion, through the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 19, 2017

The capacity crunch is starting to take hold of the shipping industry. However, this capacity crunch is likely to exceed even the worst capacity crunches in history, says Karen Sage of Talking Logistics With Adrian Gonzalez. Know the Causes Is the Starting Point to Thriving in a Capacity Crunch. Click Here.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 24, 2017

For those who keep a close eye on freight market trends and have lived through past capacity shortages, the signals arrived early this year that the freight market would quickly tighten, and that rates would soon spike. Devastating hurricanes in Houston and Florida, and the ongoing recovery efforts that will tie up capacity.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Industrial Machinery and Equipment market (IM&E) in Asia is extremely competitive and fast-paced. In sales, the need to provide accurate quotations and delivery estimates requires up-to-date information on costs, inventory levels, production capacity and lead times.

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Freightos

AUGUST 23, 2023

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis Low water levels driving weight restrictions and reductions in daily Panama Canal transits has created a backlog of about 150 ships waiting – some for more than a week – for passage. Europe – N.

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Freightos

AUGUST 29, 2023

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis Though US retail spending has held up even as inflation cools, sales across major retailers have been uneven. Freight news travels faster than cargo Get industry-leading insights in your inbox.

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