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DECEMBER 3, 2006
This is a great book for all in the logsitics and transport world.it does an excellent job of portraying how Mclean forged, formed a new industry and how the eponymous title changed the supply chain, and hence our economic futures. This is from a review at: [link] The same lesson can be absorbed, on a much more intimate scale, from Marc Levinson's The Box: How the Shipping Container Made the World Smaller and the Economy Bigger.
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NOVEMBER 21, 2006
Sorry folks.too much work to do, not enough time to do it! Sound familiar? No kidding! I will be at the TRU.com building for the next two weeks. Don't worry, I'll catch up with ya in early December. Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving holiday!
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NOVEMBER 14, 2006
Maersk container ships biggest and fastest? A.P. Moller-Maersk declined to confirm the service speed of a series of seven 4,150-TEU ships being built at its Volkswerft Stralsund Shipyard in Germany, which are thought to have a service speed of 29 knots making them the world's fastest containerships. Maersk Line already has the biggest containership with the “Emma Maersk” having a declared capacity of 11,000-TEUs but believed to have a physical capacity of about 14,800 TEUs.
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NOVEMBER 9, 2006
German mail, express and logistics giant Deutsche Post World Net reported a net income of 537 million euros ($691 million) in the third quarter, up 30.3 percent compared to 412 million euros in the same period 2005. Third quarter operating profit improved 40.1 percent to 1.03 billion euros ($1.3 billion), from 735 million euros last year. Revenue improved 35 percent to 14.9 billion euros ($19.2 billion), compared to 11 billion euros in the third quarter 2005.
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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NOVEMBER 5, 2006
French CMA CGM Group interested in P&O Ports North America France’s CMA CGM has formed a consortium with investment bank Morgan Stanley to prepare a bid for P&O Ports North America, reported London’s The Business. No one from the Marseilles-based company could be reached for comment. Dubai state-owned company Dubai Ports World is being forced to sell off the company after security fears among U.S. politicians about a foreign company controlling U.S. ports.
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OCTOBER 27, 2006
“Living Beer Lab” for shipping "Where's my beer?" When most ask that question, it’s about which coaster it’s parked on. At Heineken, it's serious business. The brewer is collaborating on a project, the “Beer Living Lab,” with IBM, the liner company Safmarine, the University of Amsterdam and customs in the United States, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
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OCTOBER 24, 2006
Shippers see need to upgrade technology for managing transportation There is widespread concern by shippers that their current technology for managing transportation will not meet future needs. That is one of the conclusions of a study of 173 manufacturers, distributors and retailers by the Aberdeen Group of Boston. "Transportation management is moving out of the shadows and into a strategic role in driving supply chain excellence," the report says.
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OCTOBER 18, 2006
U.S. liner carrier antitrust immunity up for debate.again! Among transportation and shipper lobbyists, and even some in the trade media, the debate of whether to retain or repeal liner carrier antitrust immunity was once jokingly referred to as a rite of spring. Arguments on both side of the debate often in various congressional hearing rooms were strong, but nothing changed.
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OCTOBER 16, 2006
DHL and Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings Inc. have signed an agreement that will give the German express package delivery and logistics giant a 49 percent shareholding in Polar Air Cargo as well as increased air freight capacity in the transpacific market for the next 20 years. Under terms of the agreement, DHL will pay $150 million, in staggered cash payments ending November 2008, for the 49 percent equity stake in Polar, including a 25 percent voting interest.
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OCTOBER 12, 2006
Companies often think their picking operation is efficient as long as products roll out on time and customers are happy. But most picking operations in warehouses across America could use a re-organization, and its all about the process you know.and training, and people, and systems! 1. Profile your orders. Your most popular SKUs likely change with the seasons, so re-slot your warehouse to accommodate your business model, and review the setup at least once a year.
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OCTOBER 6, 2006
UPS supply chain operation braces for staff cuts! UPS Supply Chain solutions plans to reduce headcount to make the operation more nimble, according to news report published today in the WSJ. The newspaper reported UPS would not reveal how many staff would be affected, but said some would be reassigned to other parts of the company or let go. The changes are expected to take place before the end of the year.
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SEPTEMBER 25, 2006
Sorry folks.too much work to do, not enough time to do it! Sound familiar? No kidding! I will be on hiatus for the next two weeks. Don't worry, I'll catch up with ya in mid-October.
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SEPTEMBER 22, 2006
Samskip to buy Odiel Bilbao’s short-sea activities Samskip continues growth trend through acquisition.and they bulk up their "Containerlogistics" activity. Recent consolidation in the European short-sea industry continues with Icelandic carrier Samskip reaching agreement to take over Spanish line Odiel Bilbao SA from its Madrid-based holding company Naviera del Odiel SA.
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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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SEPTEMBER 18, 2006
Does you company actually have true fiscal visibility throughout the supply chain? Many claim they do.very few really do.what should you do? Supply chain management (SCM) is one of the key drivers in today's business world with offshore sourcing, foreign competition and global markets. The responsiveness required to keep the inbound supply chain flowing with materials and products and to keep store shelves filled is demanding.
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SEPTEMBER 15, 2006
Hmmmm.what do you make of this press release and somewhat stilted admission from our friends at Maersk Line? I love this statement." we could build some more ships with one row less, or something like that, if necessary." Look out world.you are being cut in half by the "big blue." As we move into this lull in the ocean container cycle.over tonnage/low rates/further consolidation.keep an eye on the moves of Maersk.
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SEPTEMBER 14, 2006
Listed below is a press release from Samskip. Michael Hassing has been making some bold moves as of late and is charting the organization to blue waters. Niche players, short sea companies, and reefer cargo operators better take note.Samskip is positioned for long term success and will keep the pressure on via acquisitions, innovations, and plain old hard work.
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SEPTEMBER 12, 2006
This is strait from the GIL website.and it is kind of sobering.to be honest, I am not buying into this type of analysis just yet. What do you think? Companies specialising in providing logistics services have done well in recent years, but the future prospects for the industry are not so certain according to independent market analyst Datamonitor's (DTM.L) latest research "Logistics Benchmarking and Profiler 2006.
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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SEPTEMBER 8, 2006
Last week, public safety officials from Virginia and other states likely to receive refugees from a disaster in the Washington area have agreed to work together on regional evacuation plans. They attended a conference this week in West Virginia, where they discussed how to provide food, fuel, medical attention and other necessities during an evacuation that could reach numbers of into the millions.
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SEPTEMBER 3, 2006
The globalization of commerce has made sophisticated logistics technology not just a luxurious expense for the Global Fortune 500, but a necessity for companies of all sizes and in all industries. A typical apparel company, for example, might source fabric from China, manufacture garments in Malaysia, send them to Italy for custom design work, then ship final products to a 3PL warehouse in the United States for delivery to major department stores around the country.
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AUGUST 31, 2006
Companies that are considering outsourcing warehouse operations for the first time should keep several issues in mind. Most important is ensuring that customer service is enhanced, rather than diminished. Another important consideration is what logisticians call Optimized Network Design -- or, more simply, "Where should I locate my outsourced warehouse, how many should I have, and how will this impact the flow of my products?
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AUGUST 24, 2006
Speculation about the Panama Canal's future continues to stir dialogue between the Panamanian government, The Panama Canal Authority (ACP), and local economists. But for the time being, the 20th-century anachronism is capably and safely meeting the capacity demands of its most important constituents -- global shippers. This is evident in ACP's second quarter 2006 metrics: Panama Canal/Universal Measurement System tonnage increased 5.7 percent to 75 million tons from 70.9 million tons in 2005.
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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AUGUST 19, 2006
What does the word ‘Intelligent’ suggest when used in conjunction with Logistics? It connotes “smart,” foresight-driven, sensory, responsive, and adaptive Logistics. How can one equip Logistics to have foresight, be able to sense changes, respond to those changes and be adaptive to changes in the environment? These are hot topics in the Supply chain and Logistics world today.
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AUGUST 14, 2006
World's Largest Container Ship Named "Emma Maersk" A.P. Moller-Maersk Saturday named the world's largest container ship, the 11,000-TEU declared capacity "Emma Maersk," at the group's Odense Steel Shipyard in Denmark. Traditionally secretive about its ships, A.P. Moller-Maersk is known to underplay its declared capacity and the "Emma Maersk" is thought to have a capacity ranging from 13,000 TEUs to 15,000 TEUs, based on a reported length of 399 meters (1,310 feet) and 53 meters (174 feet), eclip
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AUGUST 11, 2006
The decision to build a distribution center comes with expectations that it will help a company reach key markets, hire an appropriate workforce, and maximize profitability while minimizing operating costs. Finding that ideal location in a community that embraces the company's operations, however, is more difficult than merely choosing any site within a targeted region.
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AUGUST 5, 2006
I recently participated on a few panels at the EyeForTransport 3PL Summit in Atlanta that were focused on the inbound supply chain from China. In addition, the GIL's Maritime Supply Chain Council is working on a white paper about PO to PoP visibility (Purchase Order to Point-of-Purchase for your review), which I am a member. During the conference, numerous times, the statement was made that retailers should not put all of their eggs in one basket when it comes to sourcing in China.
Speaker: Paul Heller
Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro
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JULY 31, 2006
Are you considering using an inland port instead of the usual coastal port? That's a decision many companies are analyzing as they face high fuel and transportation costs, as well as congestion at larger ports. Choosing an inland port may not work for every company, but it can help achieve greater supply chain management success through the use of multiple transportation modes.
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JULY 24, 2006
The Institute has honoured Exel in recognition of the company’s outstanding contribution to the development of global supply chain excellence. The ‘Award of Excellence’ was presented by Kieran Ring, Chief Executive of the Institute at the North American Industry Dinner held to honor the memory of founding Chairman Robert V. Delaney, during the US 3PL Summits at the Buckhead Intercontinental, Atlanta on 27 June 2006.
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JULY 17, 2006
Total landed cost is the sum of all costs associated with making and delivering products to the point where they produce revenue -- usually your customer's door. So, if you employ tactics to reduce costs in all discrete functions from manufacturing through delivery, you'll have a lower total landed cost, right? Theoretically, yes. But in the real world, cost savings in one area often result in cost increases in another.
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