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This Week in Logistics News (July 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

Even though a few soccer and rugby matched have already taken place, the 2024 Summer Olympics officially kick off today, as Snoop Dogg carries the Olympic torch through the streets of Saint-Denis. With 10,500 athletes representing 205 National Olympic Committees, there are a few athletes and storylines that I will be keeping a close eye on. Simone Biles, who has won every all-around competition she has entered in more than a decade, is back on the Olympic stage after taking a two-year break afte

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'Fraud apocalypse' hurting legit carriers as brokers get picky

Overdrive Online

Markets are loose, fraud is rampant, and brokers are getting picky, insisting on inspections and history from independents. Hold fast to that authority, because with today's "carrier vetting" protocols, brokers are just looking for a reason to say no.

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Global Trade: Then and Now

MTS Logistics

When we think of globalization, we automatically think of the modern sense of the word: a world in which we are all connected through trade networks and supply chains that encapsulates the globe as a whole. Although this globalization is on an unprecedented scale that has never been seen until now, many of the routes and networks have been around for quite some time and have been developing steadily for hundreds of years, if not thousands of years when you look at the grand scheme of things.

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Paris Olympics: The Untold Story of Transportation Triumphs in Sports Logistics

Loginext

Explore the behind-the-scenes efforts of Paris as it tackles the transportation challenges for the 2024 Olympics. Learn about advanced sports logistics solutions like LogiNext to ensure seamless transportation and logistics. The post Paris Olympics: The Untold Story of Transportation Triumphs in Sports Logistics appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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OneRail Bolsters Leadership Team with Key Hires

Food Logistics

Personnel updates sees new hires at OneRail and newly elected positions at the Port of Long Beach.

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BYD Will Supply 120 Electric Buses to South Africa’s Golden Arrow

NGT News

BYD, the Chinese manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, has signed a significant order with Golden Arrow, a 163-year-old bus operator in South Africa, to supply 120 electric buses to promote the electrification of local public transport. This agreement marks a historic step toward establishing the first electric bus fleet in South Africa, […] The post BYD Will Supply 120 Electric Buses to South Africa’s Golden Arrow appeared first on NGT News.

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HelloFresh Distribution Centre in Prime Location

Logistics Business Magazine

Global meal kit company HelloFresh is on a mission to change how people eat. Driven by the rising appeal of meal kits, the company needed a new production facility to support its rapid UK growth. HelloFresh helps consumers to cook home-made, healthy meals with no preparation, shopping or hassle, using fresh, sustainably-sourced ingredients, produced, packed and delivered directly to their doorsteps.

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Royal Mail Plans to Add Another 2,100 Electric Vans

NGT News

Royal Mail, the British postal service and courier company, is adding 2,100 electric vans to its fleet over the next year as part of the company’s plans to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. The company already has the largest electric delivery fleet in the U.K., and the new additions will increase the electric fleet […] The post Royal Mail Plans to Add Another 2,100 Electric Vans appeared first on NGT News.

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Olympic Fencing Supplier Transforms Warehousing

Logistics Business Magazine

Leon Paul, one of the world’s premier fencing equipment manufacturers, has transformed its warehousing and logistic operations and driven significant growth following its adoption of Forterro’s ERP and Warehouse Management Solution, Orderwise. The 100-year-old family-run business produces and distributes 90% of its products from its London manufacturing and warehousing facility and had previously relied on a paper-based system.

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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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Boost Your Fleet’s Productivity with Remote Vehicle Diagnostics

Penske Move Ahead

In today’s fast-paced transportation industry, minimizing downtime is critical for maintaining productivity and keeping costs under control. Enter remote vehicle diagnostics from Penske Truck Leasing – technology that offers trucking fleets managers greater insights and control over their operations. But what exactly is remote vehicle diagnostics, and how can it benefit you fleet?

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Will the Olympic Games Disrupt Transport Operations in France?

Logistics Business Magazine

From today France enters the spotlight with the Olympic Games. The preparations leading up to the games, as well as the event itself, are expected to significantly impact transport operations. Factors such as road closures, overall traffic, and increased security levels, all against the backdrop of rising transport demand associated with the event, will likely not just affect the Paris region but the entire country.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 26, 2024)

Talking Logistics

“Thank you for your service.” I have to admit, I never used to say that to active duty military men and women at the airport, or to veterans at the coffee shop, or anywhere else where I might see them. It’s only been in my graying years that I have gotten in the habit of. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 26, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.