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Navigating Ship Valuation: Insights into Global Methods and Challenges

MTS Logistics

Do you ever wonder how a ship’s value is determined? How do the shipowner companies make decisions about purchasing and selling different kinds of ships? Below are some explanations and methods that are used worldwide. There is one dilemma discussed which is whether the price is equal to the value. To understand this question we need to look at the following methods: Income Approach Market Approach Cost Approach The income approach requires a forecast of future cash flow.

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The State of Warehousing and Fulfillment with Joe Spisak

The Logistics of Logistics

Joe Spisak and Joe Lynch discuss the state of warehousing and fulfillment. Joe is the Founder and CEO of www.Fulfill.com , a marketplace that connects ecommerce brands with the right warehousing and fulfillment partners. Summary: The State of Warehousing and Fulfillment In this podcast, Joe Spisak, Founder and CEO of Fulfill.com, shares his expertise on the latest trends and challenges in the warehousing and fulfillment industry for ecommerce brands and 3PLs.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 15 – 21)

Logistics Viewpoints

The boys are back! Sixteen years to the day, the Boston Celtics are once again NBA champions after dismantling the Dallas Mavericks in five games. The Celtics have been on the cusp of a championship the last few years, but the naysayers continued to say that Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown could not coexist. But this season, and post-season in particular, the two of them proved their critics wrong, showing the NBA and the rest of the world just what the dynamic could do.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 21, 2024)

Talking Logistics

You and me, we come from different worldsI shave off all my hair and you have lots of curls 27 years ago tomorrow, my wife and I were introduced as Mr. & Mrs. for the first time. We came running into the ballroom holding our hands up high, as our family and friends clapped and. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 21, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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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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Quad Cities Transit Agency Selects EO Charging to Install Bus Fleet Infrastructure

NGT News

MetroLINK, the Illinois Quad Cities public transit and mobility provider, has selected EO Charging, a supplier of electric vehicle charging solutions for depot-based fleets, to expand EV charging infrastructure for its electric bus network. EO will be providing its Full Fleet Electrification consisting of hardware, software, and ongoing operation and maintenance services.

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The trucks in Kenworth's annual truck parade, 1923 to present day

Overdrive Online

This year, the parade paid tribute to the plant’s 50th anniversary with a mixture of vintage KWs and more contemporary and stunning custom trucks with invites to the company's customer base.

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Achieving 30% Faster Deliveries Using Dynamic Route Planning Software

Loginext

Discover how dynamic route planning software can cut delivery times by 30%. Learn the benefits of efficient route planning, the challenges businesses face, and how LogiNext's innovative software is transforming the delivery landscape. Download our whitepaper to revolutionize your delivery system! The post Achieving 30% Faster Deliveries Using Dynamic Route Planning Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Automobile Seller Fined for Selling China-Made Cars as Italian

Supply Chain Brain

The news comes as Italy and the European Union as a whole are cracking down on cars produced outside the trading bloc.

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How mostly owner-op fleet K&J Trucking became a 'Best Fleet'

Overdrive Online

Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based K&J Trucking was named the Overall Best Fleet to Drive For in the small carrier category by CarriersEdge earlier this year. The 83% owner-operator fleet thrives with focus on success of its contractors.

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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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EnergIIZE Project Will Open EV Jump Start Lane in July

NGT News

Funded by the California Energy Commission and administered by CALSTART, the Energy Infrastructure Incentives for Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicles (EnergIIZE) Project will open its EV Jump Start funding lane July 16, 2024, at 9 a.m. and will run through September 10, 2024, at 5 p.m. Pacific time. This funding lane is intended for fleets interested in […] The post EnergIIZE Project Will Open EV Jump Start Lane in July appeared first on NGT News.

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Japan Imposes Sanctions on China-Based Firms For Supporting War in Ukraine

Supply Chain Brain

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, Tokyo has adopted a tougher stance against Moscow than any other leader in Asia, with most of them declining to take sides in the war.

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Solaris Secures Contracts for 88 E-Buses in Sweden

NGT News

Solaris Bus & Coach has secured contracts to supply electric buses to the Swedish market. Nobina, a major transport operator in Sweden, has ordered 88 Solaris electric buses for its fleet operating in three regions: SkĂĄne, Värmland and Malmö. The order includes the articulated Urbino 18 electric as well as the Urbino 15 LE electric, […] The post Solaris Secures Contracts for 88 E-Buses in Sweden appeared first on NGT News.

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Volvo Trucks says it is well-timed for growth amid soft market conditions

Commercial Carrier Journal

A factor prompting a new truck pre-buy is that tractors meeting 2027 emissions regs will cost roughly $20,000 more.

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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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Large-scale Automated Marshalling Solution

Logistics Business Magazine

Home Bargains, a high-street discount retailer, has successfully implemented a large-scale automated marshalling solution from Lowpad at its Amesbury, UK distribution centre. This initiative addresses recruitment challenges and optimizes the final stage of its modern warehouse facility, creating a 24/7 operational marshalling solution managed by Lowpad’s fleet manager software.

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Penske Transportation Solutions Sustainability Efforts Recognized with Green Supply Chain Partner Listing Inclusion

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Transportation Solutions is a member of this year’s Green Supply Chain Partner list that has been released by Inbound Logistics magazine. According to the publication’s editorial team, Penske is among the 75 honorees that “walk the walk” regarding its supply chain sustainability efforts. Bill Combs, Penske vice president of sustainability said: “We are very pleased to earn entry onto the Green Supply Chain partner list.

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EffiBOT Robot with Automatic Coupling

Logistics Business Magazine

In 2020 Chantiers de l’Atlantique called on Effidence for the first time to assist with the transport of sanitary units for liners. The company, which specializes in the ship market, was looking for a high-capacity AMR to move these heavy loads from the production line to the assembly line in complete autonomy. That’s why a robotic tugger EffiBOT-T was installed at their Saint-Nazaire, France site.

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Penske Transportation Solutions Sustainability Efforts Recognized with Green Supply Chain Partner Listing Inclusion

Penske Move Ahead

Penske Transportation Solutions is a member of this year’s Green Supply Chain Partner list that has been released by Inbound Logistics magazine. According to the publication’s editorial team, Penske is among the 75 honorees that “walk the walk” regarding its supply chain sustainability efforts. Bill Combs, Penske vice president of sustainability said: “We are very pleased to earn entry onto the Green Supply Chain partner list.

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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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Freightera Celebrates 10th Anniversary With 535% Profit Growth

Freightera

Freightera’s Success Continues into 2024 With Record Profit, Led by a Customer-First Approach Freightera is thrilled to announce its 10th anniversary, marked by a remarkable 535% increase in net profit YoY in Q1 2024. Our innovative freight automation platform drives this growth and it’s scaled our revenue by 47% YoY by mid-June while operating costs have declined for the 8th consecutive quarter.