Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Cargo theft continues to be a problem, especially around the holidays. And I don’t just mean the winter holidays; cargo theft typically spikes during any holiday season where businesses may be closed for an extra day or two. But what exactly is cargo theft? Cargo theft comes in many shapes and sizes.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This white paper presents five essential insights for shippers regarding cargo theft, shedding light on current trends in the U.S. and outlining the most common modus operandi used by these criminal networks.

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Freightos

APRIL 25, 2024

More Resources Home The Impact of Fast Fashion Giants On Air Cargo Eytan Buchman April 25, 2024 Navigating New Horizons: The Impact of Fast Fashion on Air Cargo Rates & Dynamics The intersection of fast fashion, globalized retail e-commerce, and air cargo logistics is coming to a head with Temu and Shein’s entrance to the US market.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

In recent years, the transportation industry has seen a concerning rise in cargo theft and fraud, and the culprits behind it are becoming increasingly sophisticated with their tactics. According to Land Line , cargo theft increased by 49 percent in the first quarter of 2020, with an average cargo loss value exceeding $105,000 per incident.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Cathay Cargo , a global provider of air freight services, successfully utilized Descartes Systems Group’s Bluetooth® Low Energy air cargo tracking solution for real-time monitoring of the condition and location of Giant Pandas An An and Ke Ke during their safe journey from Chengdu, China to Hong Kong.

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West Coast and California Logistics

MAY 24, 2024

According to Supply Chain Dive , Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka recently estimated that 2%-5% of shippers’ cargo has moved back from the East Coast to the West Coast. More cargo is expected to follow, especially if East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations break down over the summer.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2024

The Glovis Sun — carrying a couple thousand cars as its cargo — had recently traveled around Southern Africa, before arriving at the Port of Zeebrugge on July 18.

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West Coast and California Logistics

MAY 10, 2024

According to DC Velocity , cargo imports into the US are expected to climb to over 2 million units in May. This would be the first time since last fall that imports reach that mark.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Shipping project cargo, such as oversized or overweight items, can present a complex and challenging scenario that requires thorough planning and coordination. One of the major complexities of shipping project cargo is the transportation restrictions and limitations. Another complexity is the handling and loading of the cargo.

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TransAudit

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The alarming rise in cargo theft across the United States is becoming a significant concern for businesses, logistics providers, and consumers alike. As prices rise and certain goods become scarce, the value of stolen cargo on the black market increases. Remote monitoring systems offer eyes on the cargo even when physically distant.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 27, 2024

Around 45% of cargo thefts were in California, while 36% of that share took place in what Overhaul calls the "Southern California Red Zone."

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Trinity Logistics

MAY 24, 2024

Cargo theft and fraud is a common topic in many circles these days. In fact, CargoNet recently shared data showcasing that cargo theft has reached a 10-year high, increasing 59 percent year-over-year (YoY) in the U.S. There’s simply a lot of confusion and unknowns when it comes to cargo theft in general.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 2, 2024

According to cargo security company Overhaul, there were 38% more cargo thefts in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same timeframe last year.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 21, 2024

With the windfall that came as a result of soaring cargo rates during the COVID-19 pandemic, CMA CGM and others ordered vessels that are now entering service.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Within the project cargo sector, there is a growing trend in infrastructure development investments that are driving the demand for project cargo services. Even renewable energy projects in wind and solar farms are contributing to the demand for project cargo services with the boom in global investments for clean energy.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

has listed its Class 1 EV cargo van, the Mullen ONE, for rental on the vehicle sharing marketplace Turo. Parasol Strategic Solutions, a Turo host based in Florida, has identified a need in its market for a versatile, compact cargo van. Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2024

In a world where logistics is crucial to disaster response, IAG Cargo , the cargo division of International Airlines Group, continues to lead in delivering essential aid during humanitarian crises. This isn’t the first time IAG Cargo’s logistics expertise has had a profound impact.

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Now, That's Logistics

JUNE 29, 2021

Cargo theft is on the rise, and the thieves aren’t just interested in high-value goods anymore. According to USA Today , cargo thefts of paper goods, personal protective equipment (PPE), and food increased last year as the black market for such items flourished during COVID-19. Are You in Control of Your Freight’s Destiny?

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 31, 2021

Cargo that must be loaded, maintained and or carried at a particular temperature for it to arrive its destination without deterioration is classified under refrigerated cargoes. The quality of every perishable cargo is a function of temperature and time (depends on maintaining suitable storage conditions during the voyage).

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 29, 2024

The new data platform combines the company's BlueBoxAir and BlueBoxOcean systems to form a single dashboard to manage and monitor cargo.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 28, 2024

Overhaul tracked a 9% year-over-year increase in cargo thefts in the United States in 2023, and expects that number to skyrocket to 35% by the end of 2024.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2021

Today’s article is from Blume Global and highlights why air freight forwarders must help industry increase air cargo visibility. A driving factor is the lack of air cargo visibility. Airports, carriers, ground handlers, and logistics companies all have varying degrees of air cargo technology infrastructure.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Freight insurance, also known as cargo insurance, is a type of coverage that protects the value of goods being transported against loss or damage during transit. The significance of obtaining cargo insurance during this period cannot be overstated, as adverse weather poses a lot of risk to the transportation of goods.

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Freightos

APRIL 2, 2024

More Resources Home Ahead of the Curve: How Digitalization Helped Air Cargo Amidst Red Sea Shipping Diversions Joyce Tai April 2, 2024 If there’s one lingering lesson from the supply chain crisis of COVID, it’s that digitization can help organizations navigate crises…but that digitization can’t be put in place DURING that same crisis.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

The Antonov 124, one of the largest commercial aircrafts in the world, was recently chartered by air freight operator Europa Air & Sea to move time-critical cargo from the UK to the UAE. The cargo had to undergo complex customs clearance processes for export to its UAE end-user and was extremely time critical.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 30, 2023

In 2022, 1,090 incidents of cargo theft were recorded in the US. In order to highlight the various factors behind these cargo crimes, Overhaul has released our 2022 Annual Report, which compiles data regarding stolen loads by product type and thefts by date, location, Modus Operandi (M.O.), value, and specific product.

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Freightos

AUGUST 25, 2024

More Resources Home The Transformative Role of AI in Air Cargo AI Popup #4 August 25, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More In the rapidly evolving air cargo industry, staying ahead of the curve requires the thoughtful integration of cutting-edge technologies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

The hub now houses a fleet of new electric cargo bikes which will deliver thousands of packages per week to customers, taking traditional delivery vans off city centre roads, and helping to improve air quality and alleviate congestion. Danzen Logistics is a local courier company which provides delivery services to Amazon customers in Norwich.

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Food Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2024

As peak season approaches, vigilance will be key in ensuring that holiday cheer doesn’t turn into a windfall for cargo thieves.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 1, 2024

East Coast ports are modifying their operations to absorb cargo diverted from Baltimore harbor, where salvage specialists are clearing debris from the destroyed Francis Scott Key Bridge.

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Food Logistics

MAY 20, 2024

This has companies searching for solutions that will protect their cargo and help maintain trust in their supply chains. Perishable goods require precise temperature-controlled environments.

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West Coast and California Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Industry experts were hoping to see a late-2023 surge in air cargo demand. According to Air Cargo News , however, that doesn’t appear to be happening. Data shows that demand for air cargo only rose 2% in October as compared to September: a lower increase than many had hoped to see.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 2, 2024

Drawing inspiration from this natural defence, TLX Cargo developed SOLARAP , the next generation solar barrier material used in TLX8 thermal pallet covers. Thomas Hunt, CEO of TLX Cargo , said; “After two years of dedicated research and development we have an exceptional thermal pallet cover to offer the market in 2024.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In July, an incendiary device exploded in a container due to be loaded on to a DHL cargo plane in each of three U.K. and EU locations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2024

Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) highlighted the growing threat posed by illicit cargo shipments and called for heightened vigilance from all stakeholders in the maritime and transportation sectors. The post Combating Illicit Cargo appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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NGT News

JULY 11, 2022

an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has signed a binding agreement with DelPack Logistics LLC (DPL), an Amazon Delivery Service Partner, for DPL to purchase up to 600 Mullen Class 2 EV cargo vans over the next 18 months. The post DelPack Logistics Orders 600 Electric Cargo Vans from Mullen Automotive appeared first on NGT News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 8, 2024

is pleased to announce that, in accordance with the share transfer agreement concluded on May 12, 2023 with cargo-partner Group Holding AG and its subsidiaries Multi Transport und Logistik Holding AG, Safer Overseas Transport Holding GmbH, cargo-partner GND GmbH, and CARGO-PARTNER US HOLDINGS INC. NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC.,

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