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IKEA asks courts to intervene as Convoy’s unpaid truckers send flurry of invoices

Supply Chain and Logistics

Truckers for Convoy can't get paid for their work for IKEA.

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Why Container Lines Don’t Fear the Massive Supply of New Ships on Order

Supply Chain Brain

The world’s major ocean container lines can’t get enough of big new ships — never mind the threat of severe overcapacity and a resulting downward pressure on freight rates.

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Grow Your Ecommerce Business without Over-Expanding

Ship Monk

No flower wants to stay a seed, no tree wants to stay a sampling, and no ecommerce business wants to stay stagnant. Every brand wants to grow; however, overzealous or uninformed decisions in pursuit of growth can hinder a brand from doing so. Ecommerce businesses that want to grow then scale successfully and sustainably have to make strategic decisions in every aspect of their operation.

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How Generative AI Will Drive Sustainable Sourcing in 2024

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain sustainability might once have once seemed like a luxury: nice to have, but not a strategic imperative. Those days are over.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Maximizing Investment Returns: Harnessing Generative AI for Supply Chain Visibility Software

Loginext

Investors constantly seek avenues to maximize their returns for Global commerce. One such solution that is gaining traction is generative AI in supply chain visibility software. Learn how how investors can leverage this technology to optimize their supply chain returns. The post Maximizing Investment Returns: Harnessing Generative AI for Supply Chain Visibility Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Why Supply Chain Is a Great Career with Sofia Rivas Herrera

Logistics Bureau

Wondering why supply chain is such a great career option? Why should you choose it? What’s on it? Let’s break it down: it’s analytical, practical, and full of opportunities. How can we attract and keep talented people in this field? Join us as we explore the world of supply chain careers with Sofia Rivas Herrera. Learn from her expertise and insights as she shares key points from her own career journey.

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Webinar: The supply chain leader’s complete guide to fleet management

Supply Chain Brain

Join Uber Freight and SupplyChainBrain for a timely webinar on best practices in fleet management. Our panel will dive into critical aspects of assessment, management, and bid execution, along with the current market dynamics that impact both shippers and carriers.

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RNG Coalition Salutes New Mexico on Passing Clean Transportation Fuels Standard

NGT News

The Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG Coalition) congratulates New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the state she governs for signing the Clean Transportation Fuels Standard Bill, HB 41, into law. “This is a big victory for the people of New Mexico,” says Dana Adams, RNG Coalition’s manager of Legislative Policy. “Clean fuels, like […] The post RNG Coalition Salutes New Mexico on Passing Clean Transportation Fuels Standard appeared first on NGT News.

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Supply Chain Sustainability - Strategy to Action

Supply Chain Brain

Supply Chain leaders face increasing expectations around their supply chain's sustainability performance from regulators and other stakeholders, while cost savings and business growth remain key priorities.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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Mobile Barcode Scanning in a 3PL Warehouse

Camelot 3PL Software

As the logistics industry continues to evolve, 3PLs play a crucial role in ensuring seamless supply chain operations. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of mobile barcode scanning within 3PL warehouses, exploring its benefits, best practices, and how it impacts productivity. Why Mobile Barcode Scanning Matters 1. The Rise of E-Commerce E-commerce witnessed explosive growth during the global pandemic.

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Billionaire Shipping Clan Gives ‘Exceptional’ Donation to Louvre

Supply Chain Brain

The company has previously sponsored the restoration of the Apollo basin in the gardens of the Versailles Palace and the renovation of the Musee National de la Marine.

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The Four-Step Roadmap to Successful Transportation Management Solutions

MercuryGate

Selecting the right transportation management solutions provider is not just about choosing a software solution; it's about forging a partnership to steer your logistics and transportation management journey toward success. The post The Four-Step Roadmap to Successful Transportation Management Solutions appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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U.K.'s February New Car Sales Highest in 20 Years

Supply Chain Brain

This brings the number of months of consecutive growth to 19, mainly driven by companies buying vehicles for use by their employees.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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Battery Technology with Accelerated Throughput

Logistics Business Magazine

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, announces an advancement in thin plate pure lead (TPPL) battery technology with the introduction of an optional Accelerated Throughput Package (ATP)* for select NexSys® TPPL batteries. NexSys® TPPL batteries equipped with the new ATP offer a significant increase in daily energy throughput compared to standard NexSys® TPPL batteries – making them ideal for harder-running, higher-reaching Class 1 and 2 equ

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Target Starts $49 Membership Program to Compete With Amazon, Walmart

Supply Chain Brain

For Target and other retailers, paid memberships are valuable because they bring in additional revenue and deepen loyalty among its customers.

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Range Energy Offers Online Calculator to Show Electric-Powered Trailer Savings

NGT News

Range Energy, a hardware company bringing powered trailers to the commercial trucking market, has launched its operational expenditure (OpEx) savings calculator for commercial fleet owners and operators. The first-of-its-kind online calculator captures and analyzes unique data points from fleets, including the price they pay for diesel fuel, baseline fuel efficiency, current electricity costs and miles […] The post Range Energy Offers Online Calculator to Show Electric-Powered Trailer Savi

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Watch: Welcome to the Age of 'Channel-Free' Logistics

Supply Chain Brain

Forget about the omnichannel. We're living in the world of "channel-free" logistics, says Bill Thayer, founder and chief executive officer of Fillogic.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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LG Business Solutions Joins EV Connect’s Charge Site Certification Program

NGT News

LG Business Solutions has joined the Electric Vehicle Charge Station (EVCS) Certification Program of EV Connect, an electric vehicle charging business platform. The new Level 2 AC charging stations from LG for the North American market are now fully certified for operation on the EV Connect platform and within its charging ecosystem. The certification program […] The post LG Business Solutions Joins EV Connect’s Charge Site Certification Program appeared first on NGT News.

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Enhancing Fleet Safety & Liability Beyond Vehicles

Linxup

The utilization of fleet tracking technology has transformed how businesses oversee their fleet vehicles, providing real-time insights into their location, movement, and status. However, the advantages extend beyond mere vehicle tracking. Through harnessing telematics capabilities, fleet managers can elevate safety and liability measures, enhance efficiency, optimize routes, and streamline maintenance processes.

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IMC expands in California with acquisition of American Pacific Transportation

Commercial Carrier Journal

As a result of this acquisition, IMC will have more than 500 trucks in California.

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A Comprehensive Approach to Fleet Management Resource Optimization

Linxup

Fleet managers have various avenues to trim operating expenses, and among them, optimizing resource management to enhance the longevity of vehicles and equipment stands out as the most lucrative. This approach can also prove to be one of the most straightforward strategies, particularly when equipped with the appropriate solutions. Harnessing a top-tier telematics ( GPS technology plus on-board diagnostics) solution , which offers a comprehensive approach to fleet management, providing 360-visib

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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5 Main Advantages of Hiring a 3PL Logistics Operator

3PL Links

5 Main Advantages of Hiring a 3PL Logistics Operator | Image source: Pexels We defined the term “3PL” and discussed its use in the logistics industry in our previous post. Let’s review its essential idea to help you remember: 3PL stands for Third Party Logistics. Stated differently, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider will handle all aspects of your business’s logistics.

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MoveEV Offers Fleet Managers Home Charging Savings Calculator

NGT News

MoveEV, an artificial intelligence(AI)-powered electric vehicle transition platform that helps organizations convert fleet and employee-owned gas vehicles to electric and reimburse for charging at home, is providing a new Home Charging Savings Calculator for fleet managers who currently or soon will manage EVs. This easy-to-use online tool is designed to demonstrate the savings that can […] The post MoveEV Offers Fleet Managers Home Charging Savings Calculator appeared first on NGT News.

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Baltic Sea Development Includes Klaipeda

Logistics Business Magazine

Friday March 1st marked the date when Samskip took the next step in its strategic Baltic Sea development by increasing service capacity and adding the port of Klaipeda to its network. The extended service follows the successful establishment of Samskip’s dedicated Baltic Sea shortsea service in November 2023. Since its kick-off, the Samskip Baltic Sea service has aimed to provide a market-leading scheduling reliability, supported by good customer experience.

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EV Council Evaluates Demand Charge Mitigation Strategies for Chargers

NGT News

The Transportation Energy Institute’s Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has released a new study entitled “Demand Charge Mitigation Strategies for EV Chargers” to evaluate the potential effects of different strategies on various stakeholders, including utilities, EV charger site hosts and EV drivers. Stakeholders, including many utilities, recognize that electric utility demand charges can have significant impacts […] The post EV Council Evaluates Demand Charge Mitigation Strategies for

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Optimizing the Expansion of Automation

Logistics Business Magazine

As warehouse logistics become increasingly automated with a mixed portfolio of devices, robots and systems, the need to connect and orchestrate the various solutions is ever more urgent. Consequently, the very latest multi-agent orchestration (MAO) technology, SnapControl, will be one of the main features at this year’s MODEX 2024 – at booth #A12509.

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More Turmoil for Shipping?

Logistics Business Magazine

Geopolitical upheaval and legislative change: More turmoil for shipping ahead. There’s no such thing as a typical week for shipping. Global routes form a delicate web, and disruption is to be expected. From inclement weather to economic headwinds, disruption rarely makes global headlines, as contingency planning by shippers and carriers usually shields consumers from its effects.