Thu.Aug 15, 2024

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Build a Digital Playbook Beyond Scenarios to Thrive in Uncertainty

Logistics Viewpoints

Today’s supply chains are fraught with uncertainties across demand and supply yet are tasked with adding incremental value to their organizations while also meeting commercial, working capital and sustainability goals. This balancing act is a challenge even in the best of times. However, far too many companies are stuck because traditional planning methods that rely on static, one-number plans fall short in this demanding and dynamic landscape.

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Turvo Appoints Vilas Madapurmath as Chief Technology Officer

Food Logistics

Personnel updates sees new appointments at Fleet Advantage, Target and more.

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Is the Trucking Industry Really on the Road to Recovery?

Supply Chain Brain

Are we finally seeing the end of the longest freight recession in recent decades? It’s the question on everyone’s mind — and has been for over a year.

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August 2024 Freight Market Update

Trinity Logistics

Stay up to date on the latest information on conditions impacting the freight market, curated by Trinity Logistics through our Freightwaves Sonar subscription. GOOD NEWS, BUT… Consumer spending is the biggest driver of the U.S. economy, accounting for roughly two-thirds of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). One measurement of that consumer spending is the Redbook index , which compares year-over-year growth for large domestic general retailers (think Walmart, Amazon, Target).

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Maersk Joins Study to Look into Nuclear-Powered Container Ships

Supply Chain Brain

The study will be conducted by maritime services firm Lloyd's Register and nuclear engineering company Core Power.

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Watch: FTC Cracks Down on ‘Made in USA’ Claims

Supply Chain Brain

Leonard L. Gordon, advertising and marketing group leader with Venable LLP, explains the Federal Trade Commission’s recent action on verifying “Made in USA” claims for a wide range of manufactured products.

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Nuvve, WISE EV Partner to Make Charging Access Convenient Across U.S.

NGT News

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology provider Nuvve Holding Corp. and WISE EV, a supplier of sustainable energy solutions, have partnered to bring electric vehicle charging to more than 100 high-traffic locations across the United States. “We’re making EV adoption even more attractive to those with range anxiety,” says Gregory Poilasne, CEO of Nuvve. “These charging stations have […] The post Nuvve, WISE EV Partner to Make Charging Access Convenient Across U.S. appeared first on NGT News.

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China to Limit Exports of Mineral Used in Batteries and Weapons

Supply Chain Brain

China pointed to national security as the driving factor behind the move, given that antimony can be used in explosives and nuclear weapons.

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'Fowl Attitude' 2023 Peterbilt 389, driven by the 'Rowdy Rooster'

Overdrive Online

The 389 is owned by Myles Parker's West Lawrence Logistics small fleet, and showed out at the Large Cars & Guitars truck show in May, where operator Mullinix walked through the mods he's helped direct.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Podcast | ‘X-Shoring’: Fact and Fiction

Supply Chain Brain

Are manufacturers engaged in a mass exodus from China? And if so, where are they going?

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As Cruise Ships Grow Larger, Carbon Emissions Increase

MTS Logistics

A new report published by Transport and Environment (T&E) points to a significant cost for the environment as a result of larger cruise ships and more frequent cruise-based vacations. The report estimates that cruise ships are twice as big as they were nearly 25 years ago, in 2000. Estimates say cruise ships could reach 345,000 gross tonnages in the next 25 years.

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Samsung Electronics Workers in South Korea Go on Four-Day Strike

Supply Chain Brain

The union representing Samsung Electronics workers has been pushing for a wage increase and a more favorable bonus structure since the start of the summer.

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Electric Cargo Bikes will Deliver Thousands of Packages

Logistics Business Magazine

Amazon has opened its first micromobility hub in Norfolk, UK at its delivery station in Norwich. The hub now houses a fleet of new electric cargo bikes which will deliver thousands of packages per week to customers, taking traditional delivery vans off city centre roads, and helping to improve air quality and alleviate congestion. Norwich joins more than 40 cities in the UK and across Europe which have Amazon micromobility hubs facilitating electric cargo bike and on-foot deliveries.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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ABM Receives NASPO ValuePoint Contract for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

NGT News

ABM, a provider of integrated facility services, infrastructure solutions and parking management, has been awarded a NASPO ValuePoint contract for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This contract authorizes ABM to offer its single-source EV charging infrastructure solutions to state and local government and educational entities nationwide more efficiently and cost-effectively.

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Large Mobile Racking System Installed in UAE Cold Room

Logistics Business Magazine

SSI Schaefer, supplier of warehouse automation and cold-chain storage solutions, has announced the results of its partnership with Noatum Logistics Middle East, an integrated regional end-to-end logistics services arm of Noatum, an AD Ports Group company which leads the Group’s Logistics Cluster. By leveraging SSI Schaefer ’s mobile pallet racking system that increases storage capacity by over 90%, the partnership created the largest mobile racking system installation for deep-freeze cold rooms

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Labor Minister Rejects Call to Intervene in Canada Rail Dispute

Supply Chain Brain

Both companies said their gradual shutdown would ensure hazardous and vulnerable shipments aren’t stranded if a settlement isn’t reached by August 22.

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DOE Issues $50 Million to Six States to Bolster Manufacturing of EVs

NGT News

As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), through the Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC), has issued $50 million for six states with significant automotive workforces to help small- and medium-size suppliers adapt manufacturing facilities for the electric vehicle supply chain.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for