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Building a Better Freight Brokerage with Danny Frisco

The Logistics of Logistics

Danny Frisco and Joe Lynch discuss building a better freight brokerage. Danny is the CEO and Co-founder of Rapido Solutions Group , a logistics nearshoring partner to leading freight brokerage firms in the USA. About Danny Frisco As CEO and co-founder of Rapido Solutions Group, Danny oversees sales and is responsible for the long-term strategy and vision of the company.

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BlueTriton Awards Trinity Logistics With Its ‘Fiercely Good Award’

Trinity Logistics

Trinity Logistics, a leading third-party logistics provider (3PL), is proud to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious “Fiercely Good Award” by BlueTriton Brands Inc., a prominent player in the beverage industry. The award was presented to Trinity Logistics during BlueTriton’s Annual Carrier Meeting, which saw the attendance of over 150 carrier and 3PL companies.

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CMA CGM Closes on Takeover of Bolloré Logistics, Its Largest Acquisition Ever

MTS Logistics

French shipping giant CMA CGM has closed on its acquisition of Bolloré Logistics, after being given final approval by regulatory authorities in the European Union. The deal had been in the works for some time, with initial talks and intent to acquire Bolloré Logistics stretching back nearly a year, to Spring 2023. The final purchase price was $5.25 billion ($4.85 billion euros).

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Make your retail delivery operations as smooth as Amazon with the most suitable Last-mile Delivery Software

Loginext

As e-commerce giants like Amazon continue to set the bar high, every retail business must innovate to meet evolving consumer expectations with an ideal last-mile delivery software. Let's delve into how retail enterprises can offer shipping services akin to Amazon, with a focus on optimizing last mile delivery. The post Make your retail delivery operations as smooth as Amazon with the most suitable Last-mile Delivery Software 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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It’s time to get comfortable with artificial intelligence

Truck News

While watching this year’s Super Bowl, I realized I did not know one Taylor Swift song. No problem. I’ll look her up the next time I’m at the library.

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How to handle a truck-involved crash

Commercial Carrier Journal

Will you know what to say and what resources to mobilize in the event of a truck crash?

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Sortation Solution for Japanese Fashion Retailer

Logistics Business Magazine

United Arrows, one of Japan’s leading fashion retail brands, has seen a significant increase in the efficiency of the order sortation process at its Tokyo distribution hub following the introduction of a mobile robot-based sorting system supplied and installed by LiBiao Robotics. Since the company opened its first store back in 1989, United Arrows’ stylish range of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing has established a loyal following among Japan’s trend-conscious shoppers.

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Climate Activists Target London Insurers

Supply Chain Brain

In Europe, there were protests and actions in France, Germany and Switzerland. In the U.S., rallies took place in New York City, Houston, San Francisco, Portland and Denver.

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Timber Firm Invests in Sustainable Forklifts

Logistics Business Magazine

Briggs Equipment is proud to support the ambitions of businesses in the UK & Ireland with their sustainability requirements and targets. Increasingly, the company is hearing from companies who want to ‘break the mould’ within their industry and take a lead on such an important and relevant topic. One such business is Vincent Timber, who have been operating from the Sparkbrook area of Birmingham since 1923.

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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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How can delivery routing software help your business maximize fleet capacity?

Loginext

In the dynamic landscape of logistics, every business strives for efficiency, seeking to optimize its fleet capacity while minimizing costs. This is where delivery routing software steps in as a powerful ally. Learn how LogiNext helps maximize fleet utilization for seamless deliveries. The post How can delivery routing software help your business maximize fleet capacity?

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New Bid from GXO Steps Up Bidding War for U.K.'s Wincanton

Supply Chain Brain

The GXO bid complicates efforts by Ceva’s parent, container line CMA CGM, to expand its logistics reach.

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How E-Commerce Companies Benefit from Using Freight Forwarders Beyond Courier Services

Dedola Global Logistics

Efficient and reliable planning form the backbone that supports the growing demands of a global customer base. While many e-commerce businesses often default to courier services for smaller or express deliveries, there’s an added dimension to logistics through freight forwarding. This includes ocean containers and air cargo. Let’s explore how e-commerce companies can use freight forwarders to enhance their logistics operations, focusing on air and ocean freight, consolidation service

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Top 5 Ways Domino’s is Cutting Down Last Mile Delivery Cost and How You Can Implement It for Your Business

Loginext

We all have had pizza cravings at some point in our lives. Domino's has been one of the leaders in this market segment ensuring timely deliveries of hot and fresh pizzas. But how do they do it so effortlessly? Let's learn the secrets of the trade. The post Top 5 Ways Domino’s is Cutting Down Last Mile Delivery Cost and How You Can Implement It for Your Business appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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8 Trends in Refrigerated Food Storage for 2024

3PL Links

8 Trends in Refrigerated Food Storage for 2024 | Image source: Flickr 2024 is anticipated to be a pivotal year for the American refrigerated food storage sector. This industry, which is essential to logistics and food security, is undergoing a number of big shifts that might completely alter its growth trajectory. Current conditions are being shaped by multiple trends, ranging from the pursuit of stock normalization to the increasing need for sustainable and integrated solutions.

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Partnership with Canadian Government Will Add 500-Plus EV Chargers to Toronto

NGT News

The city of Toronto, Ontario, is partnering with the government of Canada to add more than 500 new electric vehicle chargers to the city’s corporate charging network. This $10 million joint investment means Toronto will benefit from 486 new Level 2 chargers, which offer higher-rate charging; and 40 new fast chargers, which are at least […] The post Partnership with Canadian Government Will Add 500-Plus EV Chargers to Toronto appeared first on NGT News.

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This Week n Logistics News (February 24 – March 1)

Logistics Viewpoints

Yesterday was February 29 th , meaning that 2024 is a Leap Year and yesterday was Leap Day. Leap years exist because while the world follows a 365-day Gregorian calendar, it actually takes Earth 365 days, 5 hours, 48 minutes and 46 seconds to orbit the sun, according to NASA. While that is rounded down to the 365 days we recognize as a typical year, those nearly six extra hours do not disappear.