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Strengthening Supply Chains with Data-Driven Solutions

Logistics Business Magazine

Supply chains can be strengthened by using data-driven solutions, says Brian Fitzgerald (pictured), Growth Strategist at Augury. It is no secret that today’s purpose-built AI tools can not only analyse vastly more data than they could a few years ago but synthesise it into more easily accessible forms, from graphic and narrative to speech. In recent years, AI has revolutionised manufacturing by enhancing predictive maintenance, improving quality control, and optimising supply chains.

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Truck Parking Made Easy: Trinity Logistics Partners with Truck Parking Club for Exclusive Discounts

Trinity Logistics

Trinity Logistics, a prominent third-party logistics (3PL) provider, has teamed up with Truck Parking Club to offer discounted parking options for Carriers within its network. “We understand that Carriers face several challenges daily, but safe parking shouldn’t be one of them,” said Chad Taylor, Vice President of Carrier Development at Trinity Logistics.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 20, 2024)

Talking Logistics

As you read this, I’ll be a few hours into my flight home from Vienna after speaking at the Transporeon Summit. I’ll share some takeaways in a future post, but overall, it was a great learning and networking event. And the location — Hofburg Palace — is the most unique and beautiful conference space I. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 20, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Supply Chain & Logistics News 09/16-09/20

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply Chain & Logistics News 09/16-09/20 Next week I will be attending my second Climate Week NYC. Climate Week NYC was created in 2009 by the nonprofit “Climate Group.”It is one of the key summits on the international calendar and has been driving climate action forward since it was first launched. Climate Week NYC brings together international leaders from business, government, and civil society to showcase the unstoppable momentum of global climate action.

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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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Owner-ops see mixed income bag, but wait for 'kickstart' on rates

Overdrive Online

Taking its midyear look at the last 12-month period, ATBS showed owner-operator income on average has been flat, though independents and leased flatbeds/reefers all posted modest gains.

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U.S. Justice Department Sues Owner of Ship in Baltimore Bridge Collapse

MTS Logistics

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a more than $100 million lawsuit against the owners of the container ship Dali , which crashed into Baltimore’s Key Bridge causing it to collapse in March 2024. The lawsuit comes after months of recovery at the bridge site, and a lengthy investigation into the causes of the catastrophe. The March collapse of the Key Bridge claimed the lives of six construction workers who were on the bridge at the time of the incident, and caused weeks and months

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Investing in Forklift Attachments? Ask These Questions

Logistics Business Magazine

One of the most cost-effective and efficient ways to handle materials in the workplace is to invest in equipment, such as forklift attachments, to complement your warehouse workforce. But whether you’re looking to add to your collection, or upgrade one that’s seen better days, it’s vital that you ensure the suitability of any new attachment for its intended purpose, and that it’s a perfect fit for your current company needs.

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Transportation Sector Leads California’s Decline in Greenhouse Gas Emissions

NGT News

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has released a report for greenhouse gas emissions in 2022 that shows a drop across most sectors that is the equivalent of removing more than 2.2 million gasoline-powered cars off California’s roads for one year. Transportation recorded the biggest drop, due largely to the increased use of renewable fuels […] The post Transportation Sector Leads California’s Decline in Greenhouse Gas Emissions appeared first on NGT News.

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ChargePoint Receives Over $19M in Funding to Deploy 248 Fast-Charging Ports

NGT News

ChargePoint, a provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles, has received awards, through its partners, of more than $19 million to deploy 248 DC fast-charging ports at 45 sites along California highways. The awards were approved recently by the California Energy Commission (CEC) and California Department of Transportation as part of the state’s first […] The post ChargePoint Receives Over $19M in Funding to Deploy 248 Fast-Charging Ports appeared first on NGT News.

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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.