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The Next Era of Freight Forwarding: The Changing Role of NVOCCs in Post-Pandemic Shipping

MTS Logistics

With 20 years in ocean freight and international shipping, I’ve seen many disruptions, but none compare to the global impact of Covid. Pandemic-induced issues transformed supply chains, and Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) have become increasingly crucial in maintaining the service levels that carriers have been lacking. The Value of NVOCCs in the Post-Covid World NVOCCs were important for small and medium businesses needing flexible shipping solutions and to have access the rates a

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Amazon’s Antitrust Problem

Logistics Viewpoints

In August, a federal judge ruled that Google had illegally maintained a monopoly in online search. The Department of Justice is considering breaking up Google to remedy its monopoly on the search market. Last Monday, September 9 th , a second trial starts. Google has faced complaints about how it dominates the online advertising market. The concerns stem from software known as Google Ad Manager, which websites around the world use to sell ads on their sites.

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Thanks to Women Drivers Who Go the Extra Mile Every Day

Women in Trucking

Professional truck drivers are vital to our economy and to our lives. In fact, nearly every aspect of our daily lives is made possible because a truck driver delivers the goods and resources we need – including critical items such as food, clothing, medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, furniture, and construction materials for our homes and businesses.

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Heartland Food Products Group: A TMS “Sweet Success” Case Study

Talking Logistics

Historically, many companies have viewed transportation management as a cost center – a non-strategic part of their business. It’s why many companies outsourced this function to third parties in the past. But in more recent years, especially since the pandemic, a growing number of companies have started viewing transportation management as a strategic weapon and.

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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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Biden Admin Pushes to Curb Flood of Duty-Free Imports from Temu, Shein

Supply Chain Brain

Biden's proposal would make it so de minimis exemptions no longer cover any imports subject to current tariffs on a variety of low-value Chinese goods.

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New CEO Wants Norfolk to Move On After ‘Brutal’ 18 Months

Supply Chain Brain

George said he plans to draw on his experience with factory floor productivity and quality control strategies to improve Norfolk Southern’s operations.

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AutoStore Introduces Multi-Temperature Solution

Food Logistics

AutoStore introduces new Grid capabilities: the AutoStore Multi-Temperature Solution, an expanded 18-Level Grid, a Motorized Service Vehicles and enhancements to the cube control software.

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Boeing Starts Hiring Freeze, Weighs Temporary Furloughs

Supply Chain Brain

The planemaker will also stop issuing “a majority” of its supplier purchase orders for the 737, 767 and 777 jetliner programs affected by the walkout.

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Hyzon Begins Producing Fuel Cell Electric Truck

NGT News

Hyzon has begun production of its Class 8 200-kW fuel cell electric truck (FCET) in collaboration with North Carolina-based Fontaine Modification. “Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for ‘hard-to-decarbonize’ heavy-duty industries, as Hyzon sets the standard for high-performance, zero-emission alternatives to diesel,” says Parker Meeks, Hyzon CEO. “Our Class 8 200-kW FCET is […] The post Hyzon Begins Producing Fuel Cell Electric Truck appeared first on

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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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Port of Seattle Identifies Hacker Group Behind August Cyberattack

Supply Chain Brain

The attack on August 24 took down the port's systems for its maritime operations and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

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Capability gaps and the absence of assessment – Logistics ‘unpreparedness’ and the International Forces East Timor mission in 1999 – Part Four

Logistics in War

By David Beaumont This article, and the series which follows, are an updated version of a presentation given at the Australian National University titled ‘ Logistics preparedness and mobilising the national support base: the effectiveness of ADF strategic logistics prior to Operation Warden 1999 ‘. P art One , Two and Three can be found here.

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The Strait of Malacca: A Test of Global Supply Chain Partners

Supply Chain Brain

The Strait of Malacca stands as a critical, yet increasingly vulnerable, artery of global commerce.

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How to Write a Pest Control Invoice | Step-by-Step Guide

WorkWave

In the pest control industry, issuing invoices is a crucial aspect of maintaining professionalism and ensuring prompt payment for services rendered. An invoice not only serves as a record of the transaction but also provides clients with clear details about the services they received, the costs involved, and the payment terms. Invoicing in the pest control industry requires attention to detail and professionalism to foster trust and ensure timely payments.

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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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Unlocking the Potential of AI in Evolving EDI Landscapes

Supply Chain Brain

EDI stands at the vanguard of digital supply chain evolution.

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Tom’s Truck Center Opens First Hydrogen Refueling Station Onsite at Dealership

NGT News

Tom’s Truck Center, a provider of commercial truck sales and service and a part of the Nikola sales and service dealer network, has opened the first hydrogen refueling station onsite at a commercial truck dealership. The Nikola HYLA modular hydrogen refueling station for the heavy-duty transportation sector is located at Tom’s Truck Center’s Santa Fe […] The post Tom’s Truck Center Opens First Hydrogen Refueling Station Onsite at Dealership appeared first on NGT News.

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Watch: Case Study: How Creativity Inc. Slashed Its Parcel Spend

Supply Chain Brain

A case study about how Reveel helped Creativity Inc. realize savings in its parcel-shipping program.

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Evolectric Partners with Geotab to Assist Fleet Electrification

NGT News

Evolectric has formed a strategic partnership with Geotab, a provider of connected transportation solutions. This collaboration combines Evolectric’s proprietary software and advanced predictive analytics with a decentralized installation process. Leveraging Geotab’s data insights, Evolectric provides fleet owners with the tools to optimize performance and sustainability, while streamlining the transition to electric fleets.

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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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Libiao Robotics Partner Introduces AirRob to Taiwan

Logistics Business Magazine

With labour shortages affecting global markets, logistics businesses in particular are seeking ways to automate repetitive tasks and help manage operational costs. Increasingly they are turning to robotic solutions such as the innovative AirRob system from Libiao Robotics. In Taiwan, where the labour shortage is particularly acutely felt, Toyota Material Handling Taiwan, the importer of intralogistics systems and forklifts manufactured by the Japanese automotive giant, chose the recent Taipei In

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J.B. Hunt Kicks Off Clean Energy Fuels RNG-Powered Truck Demo Program

NGT News

Renewable natural gas (RNG) provider Clean Energy Fuels Corp. is launching a program to allow heavy-duty fleets to operate a truck equipped with the new Cummins X15N engine. The first company to participate in the program is J.B. Hunt Transport Inc., a commercial fleet operator with logistics and transportation services in North America. The 2025 […] The post J.B.

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Rugged, Forklift-Mounted Tablet

Logistics Business Magazine

Managing the logistics of a large-scale beverage wholesaler is a complex task, especially for a company with a 150-year history like Otto Pachmayr GmbH & Co. Mineralwasser KG. With an annual distribution of approximately 6 million crates and drums across a product range of over 1,800 items, the company recognised the need for a modern IT solution to streamline its extensive warehouse operations and distribution processes.

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Trade Tariffs and Ocean Freight – Potential Impacts of the US Election

Freightos

Blog More Resources Home Trade Tariffs and Ocean Freight – Potential Impacts of the US Election This article explores the impact of tariffs on ocean freight and container rates, focusing on past and potential future effects of US trade policies. Judah Levine September 16, 2024 Alongside many other points of contention in the recent presidential debate , the candidates shared barbs on trade policy with a focus on the merit of tariffs on imports to the US.

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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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Enhancing Road Transport with Intermodal Solutions

Logistics Business Magazine

While Girteka is traditionally a road-focused company with a fleet of over 6,000 trucks and 7,000 trailers, its development of an intermodal rail network has become an integral part of its business offering. Intermodal services provide a complementary, environmentally friendly solution to long-distance full truckload (FTL) deliveries, addressing both sustainability and efficiency goals.

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Century of Innovation in Road Transport

Logistics Business Magazine

LKW WALTER is celebrating its 100th anniversary and can look back on a century of success. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the 100% family-owned company has established itself as a pioneering player in the European transport and logistics industry. LKW WALTER, a subsidiary of the Austrian WALTER GROUP with locations in Wiener Neudorf and Kufstein, has more than 8,000 full truck loads (FTL) per day on the road and in combined transport.

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Logistics Business Conversations – Latest Episode

Logistics Business Magazine

In this episode, host Peter MacLeod is joined by Geoff Green, Sales Director at MiTek , to explore the impact of mezzanines in the logistics industry. Together, they address common questions and concerns from our audience, such as potential disruptions during mezzanine installation, key health and safety issues, and how to future-proof mezzanine layouts for long-term success.