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Gothenburg Named Top Swedish Logistics Location

Logistics Business Magazine

The container terminal operated by APM Terminals is particularly highlighted in the justification, as well as the growing freight train traffic where the port reached an all-time high in 2022. The high-profile list of the best logistics locations in Sweden has been published since 2001. 70,000 square meters were added in the region.

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Executive guide to ERP Part 6: The operation stage

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

Coined in 2001, application erosion describes how over time the value of the ERP system reduces. Or, an ERP system is implemented but the organization fails to train its own people or hire sufficiently qualified people to operate the system. To prevent application erosion, invest in a formal training program for new users.

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The History of the Shipping Container

Freightos

Did You Know That … Early examples of intermodal containers include railroads from 1830s (various sized containers), and Pennsylvania Railroad regular container service (1929). Example of the massive decrease in dock workers as a result of containerisation. The first all double-stack train is developed by APL and UP Railroad.

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Fashion Transparency: China to Germany

Logistics Business Magazine

For more than 40 years, he has been regarded as a pioneer of German-Chinese economic relations and sustainable production in China: As early as 2001, the Zhejiang Province awarded him the “Golden Magnolia Prize” for the “most socially responsible factory.”

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The WannaCry Cyberattack: Another Warning for Supply Chain Executives

Talking Logistics

The French automaker Renault, for example, was forced to shut down factories across Europe. FedEx, which was the hypothetical example I used in my post (based on an excerpt from the novel CyberStorm ), was also affected by the cyberattack, although it didn’t affect operations.

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Motherload Transport: Vancouver Island Freight Success Story

Freightera

The company was founded by Sharon-Anne Tallieu and her daughters, Erin and Jackie in 2001. For example, they’re involved with a program called Christmas Angels through which they make sure that a local family in need has access to Christmas presents. Just like with Motherload, John never ceases training him and helping him improve.

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Associate Recalls Service in Navy Ceremonial Guard

Penske Move Ahead

11, 2001, terrorist attacks occurred. Ultimately, Phillips decided to follow his father's example and join the Navy. Before Phillips enlisted in 2001, "there wasn't a big call for military members," Phillips said. For his new role, Phillips took part in a series of training experiences, not unlike boot camp. "We