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What is Multimodal Transport?

MTS Logistics

What is Multimodal Transport? Multimodal transport, also known as combined transport, is a transport system that involves the movement of goods using multiple modes of transport such as trucks, rail, air and ships. Multimodal transport supports various transport systems.

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TMS: Everybody’s Favorite New Partner

Talking Logistics

Transportation management systems (TMS) have never been more popular — not among shippers, but among other technology vendors and logistics service providers. Yesterday, for example, C.H. Read more TMS: Everybody’s Favorite New Partner.

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Why You Should be Working with a Multimodal Transportation & Logistic Partner

Odyssey Logistics

By serving as “one stop shops” for most of these companies’ transportation needs, multimodal partners help shippers work faster, save money. The post Why You Should be Working with a Multimodal Transportation & Logistic Partner appeared first on Odyssey Logistics & Technology. Continue Reading.

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

MTS Logistics

In addition to global supply chain operations, Bolloré Logistics also specializes in multimodal transport. As mentioned, Bolloré specializes in multimodal transport, but it also is doing business in industries that CMA CGM wants a larger footprint in. How will the deal affect the global logistics industry?

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Shipping Giants Look to the Air Cargo Space for Growth Opportunities

MTS Logistics

It is only natural for steamship lines to look for new opportunities to be more involved with their customers’ demand for end-to-end supply chain solutions that can move goods efficiently and quickly by benefiting from multimodal transport services since the global logistics market is becoming increasingly integrated day-by-day.

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Intelligent Automation, the Future of Supply Chain. Is the Logistics Industry Ready?

Blue Grace Logistics

According to a study conducted by IBM and National Retail Federation (NRF), the retail and consumer goods industry is designating intelligent automation, also known as artificial intelligence, as the future of supply chain. What more is required?

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5 Ways We’re Helping Our European Customers Surpass Their Sustainability Targets

CH Robinson Logistics

As a key global logistics player, handling 19 million shipments annually, we are acutely aware of the significant responsibility we have towards creating a more sustainable future for our industry. With this data, we are uniquely positioned to improve transparency into emissions across the industry. Full visibility with Navisphere.