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Trucking’s dirty underbelly is an embarrassment

Truck News

It’s getting embarrassing to say you work in the Canadian trucking industry. I’m officially sick and tired of hearing about another carrier breaking the law. This week, drivers weren’t paid.

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How Autonomous Delivery Vehicles Are Redefining Last-Mile Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

Autonomous delivery vehicles (ADVs) are bringing significant changes to last-mile logistics, an essential component of the supply chain. With the rising demand for faster and more cost-effective deliveries, ADVs are becoming a viable solution to a variety of logistical challenges. For professionals in logistics and supply chain management, understanding the implications of this technology is crucial, as it has the potential to fundamentally change the way goods are transported and delivered.

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FreighTech24: Highlights and Themes

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home FreighTech24: Highlights and Themes Judah Levine October 16, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More Freightos was delighted to host its seventh annual FreighTech conference recently, bringing together leaders in freight technology and digitalization across carriers, forwarders, BCOs and tech providers once again to discuss progress

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GreenPower Delivers Four Electric School Buses, Plans to Deliver Another Six

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Company Inc. has delivered four all-electric, purpose-built, zero-emission school buses in Arizona, California and West Virginia in the first half of October 24 and plans to deliver six more Type D BEAST school buses in California and West Virginia in the near term. In West Virginia, GreenPower delivered the first of the 37 […] The post GreenPower Delivers Four Electric School Buses, Plans to Deliver Another Six appeared first on NGT News.

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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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GM Invests $625M in EV Battery Material Mining Operation

Supply Chain Brain

GM is aiming to source more of its raw materials for electric vehicles from the U.S, to manage battery cell costs and decrease its reliance on imported materials.

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EU, China Face Hurdles in Clinching EV Deal Before Tariffs Start

Supply Chain Brain

China has threatened to raise tariffs on large-engine vehicles and said it will start collecting duties on cognac, in moves that would hit the EU’s two largest economies.

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Dispatch Scheduling Software – Optimize Driver Schedules Efficiently

Loginext

Dispatch scheduling software is a game-changer for logistics companies, automating routes and updates in real time to reduce costs and improve driver efficiency. Discover how it optimizes fleet management. The post Dispatch Scheduling Software – Optimize Driver Schedules Efficiently appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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How CPG Brands Can Move Beyond Price Hikes to Fuel Revenue Growth

Supply Chain Brain

The consumer packaged goods industry finds itself at a critical juncture with 2025 on the horizon.

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Further harmonization is needed to eliminate domestic trade barriers

Truck News

On Sept. 26, a new pilot program was launched to mutually recognize regulatory requirements throughout the trucking sector.

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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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Ocean Carrier ONE Reports Scope 1 Emissions Reduced by 62%

Supply Chain Brain

ONE has also gained Approval in Principle (AiP) for an ammonia dual-fueled vessel, and has made strategic investments in 12 13,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel vessels.

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3 Essential Strategies to Face Peak Season in a Sustainable Way

Logistics Business Magazine

As peak season approaches, logistics professionals encounter a unique set of challenges: managing increased volumes, meeting tighter deadlines, and avoiding costly downtimes, all while upholding sustainability commitments. The pressure can be immense, particularly when infrastructure is stretched to its limits. However, with a strategic approach, thriving during this critical period without compromising sustainability is entirely achievable.

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Crane Collapses After Collision with Cargo Ship in Keelung Port

Supply Chain Brain

Port authorities are working closely with the terminal’s management to ensure the port’s operations can resume normal activity as quickly as possible.

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Manhattan Showcases Latest Supply Chain Commerce Innovations

Logistics Business Magazine

Building on the theme, ‘Make the impossible, possible’, Manhattan Associates opened its annual EMEA Exchange event to an audience of more than 300 customers and press, with keynotes that introduced the European market to Manhattan Active® Supply Chain Planning and Generative AI solutions; Manhattan Active® Maven and Manhattan Assist. “It is great to be back in Barcelona with a record number of supply chain and commerce professionals.

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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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Rove Opens First Full-Service EV Charging Center in Santa Ana, California

NGT News

Rove, a developer of full-service electric vehicle charging centers, has opened its first center in Santa Ana, California, located at 1008 East 17th Street. Situated on more than one acre, this center hosts 40 DC fast chargers, including 28 Tesla V4 Superchargers and 12 of ABB’s premium chargers with a combination of CCS and CHAdeMO […] The post Rove Opens First Full-Service EV Charging Center in Santa Ana, California appeared first on NGT News.

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AI Accelerates Service Performance

Logistics Business Magazine

Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software provider IFS Ultimo has integrated AI functionality into its next-generation EAM platform to enhance troubleshooting, and enable organisations to reduce the mean time to repair (M5TTR) of their assets. By leveraging AI, EAM toolsets will be more intuitive, accessible and predictive, therefore driving unprecedented efficiency and effectiveness in asset management practices.

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Daimler Truck Delivers Freightliner eCascadia Electric Tractors to Reyes Beverage Group

NGT News

Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) has delivered 20 zero-emission, battery electric Freightliner eCascadia Class 8 tractors to Reyes Beverage Group (RBG), a total bev-alc (alcoholic beverages) distributor. The vehicles, deployed at RBG’s Golden Brands — East Bay and Harbor Distributing — Huntington Beach, California, warehouses, mark the first phase in RBG’s transition to a […] The post Daimler Truck Delivers Freightliner eCascadia Electric Tractors to Reyes Beverage Group appeared fir

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Consafe Logistics Unveils New Logo as Part of Rebranding

Logistics Business Magazine

Consafe Logistics , a leading provider of warehouse management solutions across Europe, has introduced a new corporate logo, marking its first significant rebranding in over 21 years. This fresh visual identity aligns with the company’s commitment to staying innovative and relevant in the ever-evolving logistics industry. The new design is not just a cosmetic change but reflects the core values and vision of the company, emphasizing its focus on collaboration, technology, and expertise.

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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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Economic conditions are top concern among trucking execs

Truck News

The economic outlook was top of mind for fleet executives attending the American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition.

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Voltera Expands EV Charging Infrastructure with Two New Sites

NGT News

Voltera, a developer and operator of charging infrastructure for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) fleets, has acquired two new ZEV infrastructure development sites. This brings the company’s total portfolio to 22 sites strategically positioned across key transit hubs in California, Texas, Georgia, Arizona and Florida. The first newly acquired site, a 0.85-acre parcel at 1707 East Pacific […] The post Voltera Expands EV Charging Infrastructure with Two New Sites appeared first on NGT News.

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Canada Labor Minister Calls for Mediator to Resolve Port of Montreal Labor Dispute

Supply Chain Brain

In early October, the CUPE claimed that talks had stalled out over how the MEA manages scheduling, with the union pushing for a better work-life balance.

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PhoenixEV to Produce Four Transit Buses for University of California San Diego

NGT News

Phoenix Motor Inc.’s PhoenixEV brand, a provider of electric vehicle development for the commercial sector, is manufacturing four all-electric transit buses for the University of California San Diego, to be delivered in early 2025. The 35-foot electric buses from PhoenixEV will be deployed to decarbonize the last-mile transportation, reducing particulate emissions on campus and in […] The post PhoenixEV to Produce Four Transit Buses for University of California San Diego appeared fir

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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.