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What a Second Trump Term Looks Like for Shipping and the Supply Chain

MTS Logistics

It’s official: America has elected its next President. Donald Trump will return for a second term after a four-year hiatus. The world that Donald Trump left four years ago is a very different one. There have been many changes over four years – both positive and negative for the economy, shipping, trade, and business writ-large. What does a second Trump term look like for the shipping and supply chain industry?

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Beyond Intermodal Visibility with Jon Housknecht

The Logistics of Logistics

Jon Housknecht and Joe Lynch discuss beyond intermodal visibility. Jon serves as Senior Sales Manager at Blackberry Radar , a complete asset tracking solution that provides reliable trailer, chassis, container, railcar and ISO Tank status. About Jon Housknecht Jon Housknecht , Senior Sales Manager for BlackBerry Radar, currently partners with Domestic and Global Intermodal companies to represent BlackBerry Radar products and services to help provide greater visibility to their non-powered assets

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A Trucker Uses AI to Boost Efficiency for LTL Operations

Supply Chain Brain

PITT OHIO increases efficiency and reduces costs for its pickup, delivery and linehaul trucking business by replacing outdated legacy systems with an AI-powered platform.

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Siemens to Sell Airport Logistics Business to Toyota’s Vanderlande

Logistics Viewpoints

Siemens AG has agreed to sell its Siemens Logistics business to Vanderlande, a company owned by Toyota Industries Corporation. Vanderlande is a leading global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors, and with that will be a strategic long-term owner for Siemens Logistics. The purchase price (enterprise value) is €300 million.

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Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?

Heico Sandee, CEO of Smart Robotics, explores how automation redefines warehouse culture. By shifting repetitive tasks to skill-based roles, automation improves safety, fosters collaboration, and makes warehousing more appealing to today’s workforce.

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Strong Economy Boosts Outlook for Holiday Shopping Season in U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

The National Retail Federation projects $979-989 billion worth of retail sales in the U.S. during the November-December holiday season in 2024.

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Report: Supply Chain Sustainability Software Market is Needed, Growing

Supply Chain Brain

The Verdantix report concludes that political and regulatory events are driving the need for supply chain sustainability software.

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Werner Enterprises' proactive approach to cybersecurity

Commercial Carrier Journal

CIO Daragh Mahon said AI is a rising cybersecurity concern, but he's more worried about email as an attack vector. Werner is taking steps to move away from email communications as much as possible to prevent a top cybersecurity threat: phishing.

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Hapag-Lloyd Orders 24 New LNG Ships

Supply Chain Brain

All 24 ships will have dual-fuel engines that can run on LNG and biomethane, and will be equipped for ammonia fuel as well.

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The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility Software in 2024

Loginext

In 2024, supply chain visibility software is a critical tool for businesses navigating a fast-paced market. Real-time insights and end-to-end visibility enhance decision-making, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction, making it a must-have for staying competitive. Embrace this technology to optimize logistics and foster business growth. The post The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility Software in 2024 appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.

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Rolls-Royce Likely to Hit 2025 Profit Goals Despite Supply Chain Woes

Supply Chain Brain

Under CEO Tufan Erginbilgic, Rolls-Royce has put greater focus on profitable contracts as well on slashing costs internally.

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Körber Supply Chain Software Adds MercuryGate to Solution Portfolio

MercuryGate

Körber Supply Chain Software completed the acquisition of MercuryGate International in October, combining two organizations focused on meeting supply chain technology needs. This blog shares more details about how Körber Supply Chain Software and MercuryGate are better together through the insights of Körber leaders. The post Körber Supply Chain Software Adds MercuryGate to Solution Portfolio appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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Podcast | What’s It Mean for a Retailer to Be ‘Channel-Agnostic’?

Supply Chain Brain

The omnichannel has been with us for a long time. But does that mean that retailers are truly “channel-agnostic”?

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Small fleet's 'smooth'-looking '23 Peterbilt 567 hauls cars

Overdrive Online

The truck is driven by company driver Cody Holst, who had the opportunity to show the truck at the 2024 Peterbilt Pride & Class Parade in Denton, Texas, in October. In this video, run through the custom mods to the sharp-looking Pete.

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Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.

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AI: The Game-Changer in Supply Chain Demand Forecasting

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain leaders are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to revolutionize their demand-forecasting and inventory-management strategies.

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New York State Approves $100K Incentive for Bollinger B4 Electric Truck

NGT News

Bollinger Motors, a subsidiary of electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive Inc., is now eligible for New York state’s New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP), an incentive for commercial EVs from the New York State Energy and Research Development Authority (NYSERDA) providing up to a $100,000 cash voucher incentive on the all-electric B4 truck.

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Hack The Box Releases AI-Powered TTX for Cybersecurity Incidents

Supply Chain Brain

Crisis Control tracks and analyzes past cyber incidents, and then tailors scenarios to specific cybersecurity concerns to build out a simulation for employees to participate in.

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Stellantis, Infineon Partner to Advance Electric Vehicle Power Architecture

NGT News

Stellantis N.V. and Infineon Technologies AG will work jointly on the power architecture for Stellantis’ electric vehicles to support Stellantis’ plan to offer clean, safe and affordable mobility to all. To support this, the companies have signed major supply and capacity agreements that will serve as the foundation for the planned collaboration to develop the […] The post Stellantis, Infineon Partner to Advance Electric Vehicle Power Architecture appeared first on NGT News.

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski

Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea

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Women in Transport Launches Second Annual Survey

Logistics Business Magazine

Today marks a pivotal moment for the transport industry as Women in Transport launches its second annual Women in Transport Equity Index Survey , a global benchmark for tracking diversity and equity in the transport sector. Building on last year’s pioneering survey, the 2024 Equity Index will provide critical insights into gender representation, diversity and workforce inclusion across the industry.

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Workhorse Group Lands Orders for Seven W56 Electric Step Vans

NGT News

Workhorse Group Inc. has secured purchase orders from three independent delivery parcel service providers for its W56 step vans. The new orders, received in the 30 days following the company’s participation at the FedEx Forward Service Provider Summit, are for seven W56 electric trucks for parcel delivery, including both the standard 178-inch wheelbase (for 1,000 […] The post Workhorse Group Lands Orders for Seven W56 Electric Step Vans appeared first on NGT News.

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Around the World: Libiao Robotics eBook

Logistics Business Magazine

Logistics Business has published a new eBook on warehouse automation and robotics, in association with Libiao Robotics. Editor Peter MacLeod profiles a variety of case study projects from around the world, looking at successful implementation of new automated robotics and sortation systems for customers. Click here to read it now for free. Libiao Robotics is a global pioneer of flexible intelligent sorting robots and solutions.

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Why Data Visualization is Key to Better Decision-Making in Warehouse Operations

Logistics Viewpoints

In the fast-paced, data-driven environment of today’s warehouse and distribution operations, data visualization has become a linchpin of decision-making, productivity, and user satisfaction. Data visualization plays a crucial role in how data is consumed, understood, and ultimately acted upon, transforming vast streams of information into intuitive and actionable insights for warehouse managers and workers alike.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Freight Forwarder Announces Relocation

Logistics Business Magazine

Future Forwarding Co Ltd, a global freight forwarder, is pleased to announce the relocation of its Head Office facility to a new location in Leeds, UK. The move comes as part of the company’s continued growth and commitment to providing enhanced logistics solutions and exceptional customer service to clients worldwide. The new facility, located at Unit 7 Turnberry Business Park, Turnberry Park Road, Gildersome, Leeds, West Yorkshire, offers expanded office space and advanced technologies that wi