Wed.May 22, 2024

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2024 EU Shipping Regulations: Key Changes and Compliance Strategies for Logistics Professionals

Dedola Global Logistics

In 2024, the European Union will introduce several significant changes to its shipping regulations, impacting companies importing and exporting goods to the EU. This comprehensive overview highlights the new requirements that logistics and supply chain professionals need to know to ensure their operations remain compliant and efficient. Implementing the Import Control System 2 (ICS2): Starting March 1, 2024, the EU will implement the third release of its customs pre-arrival security and safety p

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Fulfillment for Emerging Ecommerce Brands with Dave Gulas

The Logistics of Logistics

Dave Gulas and Joe Lynch discuss fulfillment for emerging ecommerce brands. Dave is the Co-founder and President of EZDC 3PL , a warehousing and fulfillment business that specializes in ecommerce fulfillment. Summary: Fulfillment for Emerging Ecommerce Brands In this podcast, Dave Gulas , founder of EZDC 3PL, shares his insights on the challenges faced by emerging ecommerce brands in fulfillment and how his company helps them overcome these obstacles.

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Supply Chain Sustainability: It Comes Down to the Data

Supply Chain Brain

When it comes to environmental impact, the supply chain has a visibility problem — and not just between external partners.

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New bill would let FMCSA fine double brokers $10,000

Overdrive Online

A bipartisan bill introduced in the house would "hold FMCSA's feet to the fire" in push against fraudsters bleeding $800M a year out of the trucking industry.

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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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Four Cybersecurity Moves Every Manufacturer Can Make

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, and manufacturing stakeholders should prepare for the cyber threats that are most likely to impact their operations.

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Report: As E-Commerce Surges, Merchants Need to Fortify Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Over the last year, 73% or merchants saw impacts to their businesses from international shipping problems such as delays, damaged products or theft.

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Volvo to start testing hydrogen combustion engine

Commercial Carrier Journal

Volvo Trucks is developing trucks with combustion engines that run on hydrogen.

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Navigating the Commoditization of International Freight: What It Means for Your Business

MTS Logistics

Transportation is a service that is provided to move goods around the world. There are multiple companies involved in the process, including truck operators, vessel operators, and service providers. A service is not a commodity – or at least is not supposed to be treated as a commodity. The reason is that when you buy a commodity, you make something out of it – you buy aluminum and you make bikes, or you buy plastics and you mold them into toys.

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China Hints at 25% Car Tariff as Deadline for EU Probe Looms

Supply Chain Brain

The EU must inform Chinese exporters whether it intends to impose tariffs by early June, and they could go into effect a month later.

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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

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Mack MD, LR Electric Trucks Qualify for HVIP

NGT News

Mack Trucks’ 2024 model year Mack MD Electric and LR Electric models qualify for the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Clean Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). This brings the total number of Mack battery electric vehicles (BEVs) that qualify for HVIP to three. HVIP can help accelerate the commercialization of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) […] The post Mack MD, LR Electric Trucks Qualify for HVIP appeared first on NGT News.

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Port of Seattle Starts Work on 'Self-Sustaining' Maritime Innovation Center

Supply Chain Brain

The renovated building will house 15,000 square feet of new work spaces, as well as areas that can be reserved for meetings, seminars, and classes.

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Optimizing Last Mile Delivery Costs: Strategies and Solutions

Loginext

Learn how to optimize last mile delivery costs with effective strategies and innovative solutions. From route optimization and real-time tracking to customer engagement and sustainable practices, discover practical ways to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses. Embrace the future of logistics with advanced technologies and strategic partnerships for seamless, cost-effective delivery operations.

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Watch: A Double Challenge to Warehouses: Not Enough Labor, and a Need for Speed

Supply Chain Brain

Monty McVaugh, head of products with Opex Corporation, tackles two major challenges in the warehouse today: the chronic labor shortage, and demand by customers for ever-faster order fulfillment.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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Equipping Corporate Sustainability Teams with Supply Chain Planning Tools

AIMMS

Global supply chain leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of establishing in-house sustainability expertise.

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U.S. Administration Unveils Steps to Protect Workers from Risks of AI

Supply Chain Brain

The Administration said these principles should be considered during the whole lifecycle of AI – from design to development, testing, training, deployment and use, oversight, and auditing.

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Easier to do Materials Handling Projects

Logistics Business Magazine

Repeat custom now accounts for almost two-thirds of the Beumer Group’s business. That’s why the motto of the company’s appearance at LogiMAT was ‘Easy to do business with’. David Priestman reports. BEUMER Group is a large organisation operating on a global scale, with locations in more than 50 countries, but is determined to avoid organisational complexities and local variations in quality and service.

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Container Service at Port of Portland Saved Following Threat of Shutdown

Supply Chain Brain

Ending container service at the Port of Portland would have made Oregon the only coastal state in the U.S. without a container terminal.

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Brace for Impact. Unpredictable Tariff Disruptions Are Here––Your Playbook

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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BAE Systems, Eaton Successfully Test Electric Drive on Class 7 Vehicle

NGT News

Electric propulsion provider BAE Systems and power management company Eaton have successfully tested their integrated electric drive system for medium- and heavy-duty commercial trucks. Using this technology, existing truck models can be easily adapted across various zero-emission applications, improving efficiency, performance and flexibility. Testing occurred at Eaton’s proving grounds in Marshall, Michigan, on a Class […] The post BAE Systems, Eaton Successfully Test Electric Drive on C

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The Ultimate Guide to Shipping Fresh Produce Across the Country

GoShip Blog

Shipping fresh produce across the country requires careful planning and execution. Fresh fruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, and they need to reach stores and homes while still maintaining their freshness and quality. Transporting perishable items like these comes with its own set of challenges and risks, including keeping the produce fresh, ensuring timely delivery, and preventing damage during transit.

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Hyundai, Plus Demonstrate First Level 4 Autonomous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck

NGT News

Hyundai Motor Company and autonomous driving software leader Plus have unveiled the first Level 4 autonomous Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck in the U.S. A result of the collaboration between Hyundai Motor and Plus, Hyundai Motor’s XCIENT Fuel Cell truck is equipped with Plus SuperDrive Level 4 autonomous driving technology. The Level 4 […] The post Hyundai, Plus Demonstrate First Level 4 Autonomous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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Types of Trailers in Freight Truckload Shipping

GoShip Blog

The types of trailers in truckload shipping will make all the difference when you’re evaluating your freight options. If you don’t have much experience with truckload freight shipping , it may be challenging to arrange everything properly. While many shippers focus on freight rates, they often miss the importance of using the correct equipment, including the types of freight trailers.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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Hexagon Purus to Supply Components for Toyota Electric Powertrain Kits

NGT News

Hexagon Purus will be supplying components to Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) for serial production of its heavy-duty fuel cell electric powertrain kits. A full hydrogen storage system and high-voltage battery pack will be provided for the heavy-duty fuel cell electric powertrain kit. The collaboration between the companies started in 2017 as Toyota began development […] The post Hexagon Purus to Supply Components for Toyota Electric Powertrain Kits appeared first on NGT News.

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How Advanced Route Optimization Techniques can save you Time and Money

Log-hub

In today’s complex and interconnected global economy, managing supply chains has evolved into a sophisticated discipline that requires advanced tools and strategies. The concept of multi-tier supply chain analytics and optimization has become a critical component for companies aiming to maintain competitive advantage, ensure efficiency, and respond rapidly to market changes.

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Shyft Group, Amerit Will Provide 24/7 Maintenance, Support for Blue Arc EVs

NGT News

The Shyft Group Inc. has signed an agreement with Amerit Fleet Solutions to provide 24/7 maintenance and support services for Blue Arc EVs across the U.S. “We’re committed to keeping the customer at the center of all we do,” says John Dunn, president and CEO of Shyft. “As we transition to EV technology, we’re focused […] The post Shyft Group, Amerit Will Provide 24/7 Maintenance, Support for Blue Arc EVs appeared first on NGT News.

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How Advanced Route Optimization Techniques can save you Time and Money

Log-hub

In today’s complex and interconnected global economy, managing supply chains has evolved into a sophisticated discipline that requires advanced tools and strategies. The concept of multi-tier supply chain analytics and optimization has become a critical component for companies aiming to maintain competitive advantage, ensure efficiency, and respond rapidly to market changes.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Warehouse Management with DexoryView

Logistics Business Magazine

Dexory, a data intelligence company, today announced it has deployed DexoryView, its cutting-edge AI and robotics solution, at the state-of-the-art warehouse facility of FLX Logistics, part of the Freshlinc Group, in Peterborough, United Kingdom. By using robotics and digital twin technologies, FLX Logistics, specialists in ambient logistics management, will be able to drive efficiencies and confirms the company’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

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Lion Electric Introduces Class 8 Commercial Truck

NGT News

The Lion Electric Company, a manufacturer of all-electric medium- and heavy-duty urban vehicles, has unveiled the Lion8 Tractor, an all-electric Class 8 commercial truck. “The Lion8 Tractor embodies our commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility in modern freight transportation,” says Marc Bedard, CEO and founder of Lion. “We are thrilled to introduce a vehicle […] The post Lion Electric Introduces Class 8 Commercial Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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Connecting Data to Maximise Value

Logistics Business Magazine

Supply chain visibility is the nirvana for most supply chain and logistics managers. It is well recognised that having real-time insights into the supply chain leads to a wealth of benefits – from improved performance, reduced costs and greater customer satisfaction. That said, the path to supply chain visibility is filled with questions – from how to achieve it; what tools are required; to – most significantly – what insight is the business looking for; what data do you need and have available

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