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5 Factors That Have Affected Inbound and Outbound Container Traffic at U.S. Ports in the First Half of 2024

MTS Logistics

The first half of the year has been lively in terms of container traffic across the U.S. Several factors, such as geopolitical ones and economic volatility, have affected the cargo flows in both imports and exports. Top U.S. ports have yielded increases in the number of TEUs handled, and that is also giving us some clues on how things are going to continue in the remainder of the year.

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Streamlined Practices for Cross-Border Logistics

Food Logistics

Cross-border trade has become a cornerstone of economic growth around the world. Still, navigating the complexities of international logistics can be a daunting task.

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Companies Face New Normal of Tariffs, Trade Regulation Compliance

Supply Chain Brain

It may seem like rapidly changing trade rules are the result of temporary geopolitical upheavals, but compliance experts say the chaos is here to stay.

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Towing companies dominate FMCSA session on predatory actions

Overdrive Online

Tow company owners and representatives forcefully pushed back against perceived overly simplistic views of what is or isn't 'predatory,' with plenty attempts at explanation for why they charge what they charge.

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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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Watch: Managing Today’s Difficult Supply Chains With Ultimate Command and Control

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain leaders need both an artificial intelligence-enabled command center and a control tower, says Harsh Koppula, chief operating officer and co-founder of TADA.

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Airbus Cuts Guidance as Supply Chain Snags Continue to Bite

Supply Chain Brain

The company now expects to hand over 770 aircraft this year, down from a previous goal of 800, it said in a surprise announcement.

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Well thought-out details make life easier in Volvo’s new VNL

Truck News

It’s all in the details, the little things that make life easier while working and resting. The truck is a driver’s office and home, sometimes for weeks at a time.

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Federal Prosecutors Push for Criminal Charges Against Boeing

Supply Chain Brain

The DOJ has until July 7 to make a final decision on criminal charges against Boeing, stemming from a pair of deadly 737 crashes in 2018 and 2019.

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Locus Recognized as a Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Last-Mile Delivery Technology Solutions Report

Locus

We are excited to announce that Locus has been mentioned as a Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Last-Mile Delivery Technology Solutions (LMD). This is the fourth year for Locus being mentioned in different Gartner® Market Guides. Recently, Locus was also recognized as a Representative Vendor in the 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Multicarrier Parcel Management Solutions, 2024 (MCPMS).

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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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Report: Majority of Women Truckers Have Faced Harassment on the Job

Supply Chain Brain

Roughly one in six women drivers surveyed said they experience harassment or discrimination daily.

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Top 6 Retail Logistics Software Companies in the US

Locus

In the competitive world of retail, efficient logistics operations are essential for increasing the Return On Investment (ROI). Retailers must ensure products move seamlessly from warehouses to customers while keeping costs low and satisfaction high. This necessity has driven the emergence of innovative logistics software companies offering specialized solutions for the retail sector.

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How Shipment Visibility Is Enabling Freight Forwarder Growth and Customer Loyalty

Supply Chain Brain

As supply chains grow more intricate and consumer expectations increase, the ability to track shipments in real time becomes a crucial component for forwarders striving to maintain a competitive edge.

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Thermo-Transit Enhances Drivers Welfare

Logistics Business Magazine

Thermo-Transit, a leader in fresh food and seafood logistics in Scandinavia, have invested in new facilities to improve drivers’ working conditions. The newly constructed facility, designed to significantly improve drivers’ conditions, is situated in Padborg, Denmark, at the main terminal of the logistics company. This investment underscores the company’s commitment to providing a safe, comfortable, and compliant environment for its truck drivers.

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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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China and European Union Attempt to Head Off Trade War

Supply Chain Brain

The European Commission, the executive body of the EU, had announced plans for tariffs of up to 38% on electric cars from China, on top of an existing 10% on all imported cars.

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Pallet Shuttle Offers Automated Use in Deep-freeze Storage

Logistics Business Magazine

The leading German Organic vegetable freezing company Westhof BIO has selected easily accessible, plug and play automation in the form of a stow Racking silo served by Movu atlas 2D pallet shuttles. Part of an integrated intralogistics solution from systems integrator Körber, the silo and shuttles play a key intralogistics role in Westhof BIO’s brand new, highly automated production facility, located near Hamburg in Germany.

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Penske Logistics Named to 2024 Food Logistics Top 3PL and Cold Storage Providers List

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Logistics is a recipient of the Food Logistics 2024 Top 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) & Cold Storage Providers Award. The honor shines a spotlight on industry-leading 3PLs and cold storage providers in the food and beverage space. “3PLs and cold storage providers remain a key puzzle piece to building and nurturing partnerships, cultivating resilience and helping companies in the cold food space overcome supply chain disruptions,” said Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and

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Delta Electronics, Texas Instruments Create Lab to Enhance EV Power Systems

NGT News

Delta Electronics, a provider of power management and IoT-based smart green solutions, has established a joint innovation laboratory with semiconductor supplier Texas Instruments (TI). With TI’s technologies and experience in digital control and gallium nitride (GaN) and Delta’s competence in high-efficiency power electronics, the joint lab will not only deepen the long-term relationship between the […] The post Delta Electronics, Texas Instruments Create Lab to Enhance EV Powe

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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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Penske Logistics Named to 2024 Food Logistics Top 3PL and Cold Storage Providers List

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Logistics is a recipient of the Food Logistics 2024 Top 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) & Cold Storage Providers Award. The honor shines a spotlight on industry-leading 3PLs and cold storage providers in the food and beverage space. “3PLs and cold storage providers remain a key puzzle piece to building and nurturing partnerships, cultivating resilience and helping companies in the cold food space overcome supply chain disruptions,” said Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and

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U.S. Railroads Now Have to Alert First Responders to Dangerous Chemicals After Derailments

Supply Chain Brain

Firefighters said it took two hours to get details on hazardous materials aboard derailed Norfolk Southern rail cars in East Palestine, Ohio.

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Security Tips for Your Household Move

Penske Move Ahead

The busy moving season is an attractive time for thieves who prey on unsuspecting consumers. Many more moving trucks on the road, means more opportunities for thieves seeking to take advantage of unsuspecting motorists. When a do-it-yourself move is not an option, Penske's security experts encourage consumers to be selective when hiring a moving company.

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The Supply Chain Road Map with Mike Droesch

The Logistics of Logistics

Mike Droesch and Joe Lynch discuss the supply chain road map. Mike is a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, a venture capital firm that backs promising startups in technology, supply chain, healthcare, and consumer markets. Mike’s focus is on logistics and supply chain. Click the link to see Mike review BVP’s Supply Chain Roadmap. Summary: The Supply Chain Road Map In this podcast, Mike Droesch from Bessemer Venture Partners shares insights on the importance of a supply chain r

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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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Security Tips for Your Household Move

Penske Move Ahead

The busy moving season is an attractive time for thieves who prey on unsuspecting consumers. Many more moving trucks on the road, means more opportunities for thieves seeking to take advantage of unsuspecting motorists. When a do-it-yourself move is not an option, Penske's security experts encourage consumers to be selective when hiring a moving company.