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Getting Good Shipper Freight with Ed Burns

The Logistics of Logistics

Ed Burns and Joe Lynch discuss getting good shipper freight. Ed is the CEO of Burns Logistics , a transportation sales agency that connects shippers and carriers in a way that helps both to achieve their goals. About Ed Burns Ed Burns loves to connect people. It’s amazing what can happen when good people come together. He asks big questions in the hope of finding big answers.

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Editor’s Pick: Reduce The Risk of Freight Fraud

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This recent post from Transporeon’s blog highlights the growing problem of freight fraud in the industry. Picture the scene.

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The Red Pill: The (Slow Yet Steady) Revolution in Global Freight Digitization

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home The Red Pill: The (Slow Yet Steady) Revolution in Global Freight Digitization Eytan Buchman April 15, 2024 Dive deeper into freight data that matters Learn More The March 26th Francis Scott Key Bridge allision feels shocking.

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The Imperative for Responsible AI Integration in Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

Leaders should pave the way for a smoother transition into the digital future by focusing on effective communication, dedication to education, and awareness of employee needs.

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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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'Too many scammers out there': Stay choosy about brokers

Overdrive Online

In this week's edition of Overdrive Radio, March Trucker of the Month Candace Marley details the relationship-building strategy for freight in her Iowa-based one-truck business -- Calliope, LLC -- as she overcomes 2023 setbacks toward long-term success.

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Criminal Investigation Opened into Vessel Involved in Baltimore Bridge Collapse

MTS Logistics

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has begun an investigation probing the container vessel Dali that crashed into Baltmore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge last month, according to multiple media outlets. The investigation, which is already underway, has now seen FBI investigators boarding the Dali , with dozens of investigators boarding the ship today alone.

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E-Commerce Boom: Easing Supply Chain Pressure with Omnichannel Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

An omnichannel supply chain represents a paradigm shift in prioritizing customer experience, seamlessly integrating various sales channels like physical stores, online platforms and mobile apps.

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Solaris Receives Order for Another Nine Hydrogen Buses from Frankfurt

NGT News

In-der-City-Bus GmbH (ICB), the public transport operator in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, has placed an order for nine Urbino 18 hydrogen buses from Solaris Bus & Coach. There are already 23 hydrogen-powered Solaris buses running in the metropolis, supplied in 2022 and 2024. Deliveries of the articulated buses from the latest order are scheduled for […] The post Solaris Receives Order for Another Nine Hydrogen Buses from Frankfurt appeared first on NGT News.

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Bridge Disaster in Baltimore Gets FBI Criminal Investigation

Supply Chain Brain

FBI agents early April 15 boarded the Singapore-flagged container ship, which remains disabled on the Patapsco River, the bureau said in a statement.

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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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Air Products Will Construct Two Hydrogen Refueling Stations

NGT News

Industrial gases company Air Products has received funding from the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) to build two high-capacity, publicly accessible, low-carbon hydrogen refueling stations (HRSs) in Duisburg and Meckenheim, Germany. This marks another milestone as the company continues building a European HRS network […] The post Air Products Will Construct Two Hydrogen Refueling Stations appeared first on NG

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Iran-Israel Conflict Forces Airlines to Choose Longer Routes

Supply Chain Brain

Iran’s airspace is frequently utilized by airlines traveling between Europe and India or Southeast Asia.

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Roadcheck puts trailer protection, substance abuse in its crosshairs

Commercial Carrier Journal

CVSA will kick off its International Roadcheck blitz in about a month with tractor protection controls in the air system and alcohol and controlled substance possession getting special focus.

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Many roads point to zero emissions

Truck News

Decarbonizing the trucking industry on our path to zero emissions can and will take on many different forms, including some that are counterintuitive, yet effective.

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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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Open Day for Hoermann Transdek

Logistics Business Magazine

Hörmann Transdek have announced that for the first time ever they are opening their doors and giving the market a chance to visit their manufacturing plant in Doncaster. The Open Day, to be held on 5th June 2024, will provide attendees with the opportunity to find out more about the wide product range that Hörmann Transdek offer, take a tour of their recently updated manufacturing facilities, and enjoy an afternoon of golf.

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American Air Pilots Cite ‘Significant’ Jump in Safety Issues

Supply Chain Brain

The union message underscores the heightened scrutiny on airline safety following a January incident in which a panel blew off the side of an Alaska Airlines plane mid-flight.

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Transparency and Visibility: The Cornerstones of Modern Supply Chain Management

Camelot 3PL Software

As supply chains become more complex, the ability to track and manage inventory in real-time has become more than just a convenience – it’s a necessity. At Camelot, we understand that transparency and visibility are the cornerstones of modern supply chain management. They are not just buzzwords; they are the foundational elements that enable businesses to respond swiftly to market demands, manage risks effectively, and provide exceptional customer service.

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Livingston Energy Group Wins Contract to Provide New York State EV Charging

NGT News

Livingston Energy Group, a Lynkwell company, has been awarded a New York State Office of General Services (OGS) statewide procurement contract for public, private and fleet electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The company, one of four contractors awarded and the only one based in New York state, can now offer its Buy America-compliant EV charging equipment, […] The post Livingston Energy Group Wins Contract to Provide New York State EV Charging appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Integrated Solution for Efficient Transport Management

Logistics Business Magazine

The aim of the partnership between EPG’S Greenplan and customer Anaxco is to combine efficiency, user-friendliness and innovative technologies. With Greenplan, EPG has a routing solution in its portfolio that is a perfect match for Anaxco’s state-of-the-art transport management system (TMS). The two companies have been collaborating since last year to offer their customers an innovative all-in-one solution for simple and efficient route planning.

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Apple No Longer World’s Biggest Phone Seller

Supply Chain Brain

U.S. giant, hurt by slowing sales in China, loses out to Samsung as China sales drop.

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The Keystone to Logistics Success: Outsourcing Warehousing & Distribution to a Sophisticated 3PL Partner

Radius Logistics

In the swiftly evolving global commerce landscape, businesses constantly seek strategies to streamline operations, reduce overheads, and enhance customer satisfaction. One pivotal approach has emerged as a cornerstone for achieving these objectives: outsourcing warehousing and distribution services to third-party logistics (3PL) companies. The success of this strategy hinges significantly on the sophistication of the 3PL provider, especially in delivering critical sub-services such as pick and p

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Prioritising Automation to Mitigate Workforce Shortages

Logistics Business Magazine

Descartes Systems Group has released findings from its study What Are Companies Doing to Survive the Supply Chain and Logistics Workforce Challenge? The study shows that 54% of the supply chain and logistics leaders surveyed are focused on automating non-value-added and repetitive tasks with technology to improve worker productivity in the face of notable workforce shortages, which underscores the many functions in supply chain and logistics that are routine and non-integrated, requiring manual

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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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The US Economy will Continue to Decarbonize Even if Trump is Elected

Logistics Viewpoints

CF Industries’ Donaldsonville Ammonia Production Facility Has Invested in Carbon Capture Myron Ebell, who headed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) transition team for Trump’s first term, says that should Donald Trump and the Republicans defeat President Biden in November’s election, they will seek to dismantle climate legislation. A core target will be the Inflation Reduction Act, the legislation filled with support for clean energy projects and electric vehicles.