Supply Chain and Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Several national rail agencies are actively working to increase rail traffic, with a focus on reducing costs and emissions.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Joe Ohr and Joe Lynch discuss cyber threats and solutions in the supply chain. Joe Ohr is the Chief Operating Officer at The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) , a nonprofit membership organization that represents the interests of less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers. Summary: Cyber Threats and Solutions in the Supply Chain Joe Ohr and Joe Lynch discuss cyber threats and solutions in the supply chain.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

UPS is imposing surcharges on packages from China and 12 Australasian countries, potentially leading to higher costs for e-commerce orders.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of modern supply chains, one of the key challenges is the efficient management of resources to eliminate waste and enhance overall productivity. In this article, we will delve into strategic ways for warehouse managers to eliminate waste, with a focus on not only optimizing the use of cartons and packing, but labor resources and warehouse space as well.

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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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West Coast and California Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Choosing the right logistics provider means more than finding a company that can handle the necessary blocking and tackling for your products. It means finding a partner that aligns with your company’s culture, values, and long-term goals. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of logistics culture when evaluating 3PLs.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 29, 2024

The M/V Dali crashed in the Key Bridge on March 26, killing six maintenance workers and sending the bridge into Baltimore's main shipping channel in pieces.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Case Study - Inbound Logistics Optimization How a Sports Retailer Transformed Their Inbound Logistics with BlueGrace Uncover the success story of a leading sports retailer who transformed their inbound logistics with BlueGrace’s innovative solutions. Dive into our dynamic report to see how advanced route optimization drove impressive results. Key Insights: Boosted Efficiency : Discover the streamlined logistics processes that made operations smoother and more efficient.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 29, 2024

Supply chain and logistics organizations are facing the hard reality of needing to stay productive and profitable amid the ongoing labor shortage.

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Food Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Personnel updates sees new appointments at ProGlove, Cheetah and more.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 29, 2024

The port had announced plans in April to shut down container intake at T6 by October, after the terminal experienced $30 million in losses over three years.

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Loginext

AUGUST 29, 2024

Choosing the right Transportation Management System (TMS) is essential for logistics efficiency. Discover key features to look for and how to ensure seamless integration with your existing systems. The post Find Your Perfect TMS! appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Bulk Connection

AUGUST 29, 2024

Rail service disruptions in North America are typically caused by weather-related events like hurricanes, flooding, and snowstorms that can wreak havoc on rail lines. With such events happening regularly across North America, it’s not a matter of ‘if’ rail service disruption will occur, but ‘when.

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Food Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Personnel updates sees new appointments at ProGlove, Cheetah and more.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 29, 2024

The Biden administration is currently targeting 2050 to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions from the aviation sector.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 29, 2024

ShipMonk has 12 strategic locations around the globe including coast to coast facilities across the United States. Uniquely, all ShipMonk warehouse operations are fully owned and operated by us, designed for ultimate quality control and precision. Our first-party fulfillment centers also enable merchants direct access to designated, on-site support teams.

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Overdrive Online

AUGUST 29, 2024

Brendan Conlon isn't a full-time trucker, but growing up around the business left a life-long desire to stay close to it. Conlon and his grandfather, Larry Beier, built this '97 Pete together, which Conlon now drives part-time and shows to honor Beier.

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NGT News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Mullen Automotive Inc.’s subsidiary Bollinger Motors has named TEC Equipment Inc. as an official Bollinger Motors dealer. The addition of 20 select TEC sales and service locations expands Bollinger Motors’ commercial electric vehicle dealer network into the western United States. TEC currently represents franchises from Volvo, Mack Trucks and Wabash Trailers with primary focus along […] The post Bollinger Motors Adds 20 TEC Equipment Dealerships appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

A Major Milestone for Maersk and Saudi Arabia On August 22, 2024, Maersk , the global leader in integrated container logistics, marked a significant achievement by inaugurating its largest logistics park in the Middle East, located at Jeddah Islamic Port, Saudi Arabia. This state-of-the-art facility, sprawling over 225,000 square meters and developed at a cost of $250 million, is a cornerstone of Maersk’s ambitious strategy to bolster its logistics capabilities in the region.

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NGT News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Arriva Group is continuing to deliver on its ambition to decarbonize public transport across Europe with the introduction of 16 new electric buses into its operation in the Czech Republic. The next-generation vehicles will operate from a new purpose-built charging hub in the city of Kladno — the Czech Republic’s largest — as 47 diesel […] The post Arriva Group Places 16 New Electric Buses into Service in Czech Republic City appeared first on NGT News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

In the long-haul full truckload (FTL) industry, dispatchers have traditionally relied on manual processes and years of experience to navigate a complex regulatory landscape, fluctuating fuel prices and evolving customer demands. While functional, this approach is far from optimal, putting pressure on dispatchers and leading to inefficiencies and missed cost-saving opportunities.

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NGT News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co. Ltd. has delivered the first fully autonomous skid-mounted hydrogen refueling station to the hydrogen heavy truck project by China Huadian Corporation Ltd. in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. This marks a breakthrough in the field of hydrogen energy equipment manufacturing and advances the development of hydrogen energy transportation. […] The post Zoomlion Delivers First Autonomous Skid-Mounted Hydrogen Refueling Station appeared f

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 29, 2024

The advent of artificial intelligence offers the ability to greatly streamline the process of regulatory compliance within the supply chain.

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NGT News

AUGUST 29, 2024

The city of Pueblo, Colorado, has deployed Beam Global EV ARC off-grid, solar-powered electric vehicle charging systems for use both by the general public and city fleets. These systems were provided through a rebate from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program, which is designed to assist states, […] The post Pueblo, Colorado, Deploys Beam Off-Grid Solar EV Charging Systems appeared first on NGT News.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2024

Prologis , a global leader in logistics real estate, has made an acquisition of a flagship logistics site in Park Royal, London , from DTZ Investors. This move is not only significant for Prologis but also highlights broader trends shaping the warehousing industry in the UK and globally, particularly in light of current events and evolving market dynamics.

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NGT News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Cummins Inc., a global power solutions provider, has chosen Allison Transmission‘s Vehicle Electrification + Environmental Test Center to conduct a series of tests on multiple trucks equipped with Cummins powertrains. “We are thrilled to leverage the advanced testing capabilities of Allison’s Vehicle Electrification + Environmental Test Center to further enhance our product development efforts,” says […] The post Cummins to Conduct Vehicle Trials at Allison Transmis

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 29, 2024

Understanding How Labor Disputes Impact Freight Markets The freight industry requires the ability to handle potential labor disputes in stride, which highlights the need for flexibility within supply chains. Labor disputes, while relatively infrequent, have become increasingly impactful to the overall freight industry, especially during the past few years.

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NGT News

AUGUST 29, 2024

InductEV Inc. and EO Charging have entered into a partnership to potentially integrate InductEV’s inductive wireless charging technology into EO’s suite of electric vehicle charging solutions for commercial fleets. The partnership marks a milestone toward a strategic collaboration between the two companies that aims to enhance the charging infrastructure available to commercial EV fleets worldwide. […] The post InductEV, EO Charging Partner to Advance Wireless EV Charging appeared first on

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 29, 2024

Understanding How Labor Disputes Impact Freight Markets The freight industry requires the ability to handle potential labor disputes in stride, which highlights the need for flexibility within supply chains. Labor disputes, while relatively infrequent, have become increasingly impactful to the overall freight industry, especially during the past few years.

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