Tue.Jul 18, 2023

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VIDEO: Custom Packaging is Key to Success for Skincare Company, Seacret

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Seacret is a direct sales company that markets premium skincare products made from ingredients from the Dead Sea. Check out this short video to see how Amware Fulfillment’s custom packaging services help deliver products to Seacret customers in pristine condition – every time.

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Adopting an Environmental, Social, and Governance Policy

Blue Grace Logistics

The Benefits of Adopting an ESG Policy Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - July 18, 2023 In today’s rapidly changing world, the adoption of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) policy is no longer just an option; it is a necessity for businesses striving for long-term success, particularly transportation companies.

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Why Should You Review Your Distribution Network?

Logistics Bureau

There are things that make your distribution no longer efficient. If you haven’t looked at your distribution in the last 5 years or so. I urge you to review it! Watch the video below to find out why! Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: How to Operate Your Distribution Truck Fleet at Less Cost The 7 Principles of Warehouse and Distribution Centre Design 7 “Costequences” of Distribution Network Misalignment Do You Know the Signs of Poor Distri

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Clark County School Fleet Deploying GreenPower BEAST Buses

NGT News

The Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada has ordered 15 Type D all-electric, purpose-built BEAST school buses from GreenPower Motor Co. Inc. through dealer RWC Group. BEAST is a 40-foot bus with seating for up to 90 passengers. Designed from the ground up, the BEAST features an integrated chassis with an all-aluminum body, allowing […] The post Clark County School Fleet Deploying GreenPower BEAST Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Watch: How Chief Supply Chain Officers Bring Competitive Advantage to Business

Supply Chain Brain

Pierfrancesco Manenti, Gartner vice president analyst, says "commercial innovation" refers to the efficiencies that chief supply chain officers bring to the provider and to the customer.

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U.K. Set to Win Battle for Electric Jaguar and Land Rover Battery Plant

Supply Chain Brain

Tata previously considered building its battery site in Spain, but a decision favoring the U.K. will help to secure the future of JLR’s plants in its traditional home market.

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Trinity Logistics Named an Ideal 3PL Partner for Companies Preparing for Growth

Trinity Logistics

SEAFORD, DE, July 18th, 2023 – Trinity Logistics, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider, is proud to share that the company has been named a Top 100 3PL by Inbound Logistics. Every year, Inbound Logistics publishes its annual 3PL edition including its Top 100 3PL list. The theme of this year’s edition surrounds growth. Outsourcing supply chain, logistics, and transportation solutions to a trusted partner is important to prepare or position companies for times of growth.

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Amazon Reports First Drop in Its Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

In a sustainability report, the company said its carbon emissions fell by 0.4% from 71.54 million metric tons in 2021 to 71.27 million metric tons in 2022.

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Study reveals states with the most distracted driver related fatalities

Commercial Carrier Journal

Mobile phone use and reaching for objects in the vehicle, were among the most common avoidable distractions that led to fatal driver incidents.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Inflation is Inflicting Pain on Supply Chains. Here’s How to Ease It.

Supply Chain Brain

As inflation lingers, the tough times for the freight industry are likely to continue. But shippers and carriers have the power to combat rising costs.

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Storage Systems Boost Capacity of UK 3PL

Logistics Business Magazine

AR Racking has designed and installed the new warehouse for a leading 3PL operator in the technology sector specialised in servicing e-commerce companies. The intralogistics solution storage systems specialist will boost the competitiveness of the new centre in Bradford, West Yorkshire of one of the leading logistics operators. With its comprehensive management approach, AR Racking has equipped the warehouse with US standard very narrow aisle (VNA) and adjustable pallet racking with up to a load

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Costa Rica Forms Semiconductor Partnership with the U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. Department of State said the two countries will explore opportunities to diversify and expand the global semiconductor market.

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3PL Welcomes Plan for UK-Türkiye FTA

Logistics Business Magazine

As a market leader in overland trailer services between Türkiye and the UK, Davies Turner welcomes today’s news that the UK and Türkiye have committed to negotiate an updated Free Trade Agreement (FTA) designed to deepen the trade relationship between the two countries. Tariff-free arrangements like the one signed in 2020, which was rolled over from when the UK left the EU, covering goods, but not areas such as services, digital and data, support the trading relationship between the UK and Türki

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Teamsters Head Asks White House to Not Interfere in Potential UPS Strike

Supply Chain Brain

During a July 16 webcast, Teamsters president Sean O’Brien said that he asked the White House to stay away on numerous occasions.

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ANGI Taps Dev Patel to Lead Global Hydrogen Sales

NGT News

ANGI Energy Systems, a Vontier company and provider of alternative fueling solutions, has appointed Dev Patel as its senior director of global hydrogen sales. Patel has over 20 years of experience in the gas industry working across both hydrogen and compressed natural gas (CNG) markets. In 2020, he joined ANGI as the director of business […] The post ANGI Taps Dev Patel to Lead Global Hydrogen Sales appeared first on NGT News.

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Final Mile Logistics Landscape: Meeting Modern Demands for Service

MercuryGate

In the evolving world of logistics and transportation, change is the only constant. Navigating the complex final mile logistics landscape requires a keen understanding of relationships, an ongoing commitment to transparency and visibility, and the ability to adapt to increasingly high service expectations. The post Final Mile Logistics Landscape: Meeting Modern Demands for Service appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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DHL, PowerFlex Wrap Up Major EV Charger Rollout

NGT News

PowerFlex has completed the installation of 415 EV chargers for DHL Express, a provider of international express shipping services. The chargers, installed at DHL facilities in major U.S. markets, are equipped with PowerFlex X: energy management software that monitors, tracks and reports on charging activities, integrated with DHL’s telematics platforms.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Fortna Announces Latest OptiSlot DC

Logistics Business Magazine

FORTNA, a leading automation and software company for the full logistics value chain, has announced the latest release of its intelligent slotting optimization software, FORTNA OptiSlot DC , release 13.1. Driven by client feedback, industry research and domain expertise, the new release optimizes the software experience with expanded usability. FORTNA OptiSlot release 13.1 enables businesses to easily expand the use of the solution through language and usability improvements.

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Air Products Supporting Edmonton International’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Fleet

NGT News

The Edmonton International Airport has selected Air Products as the hydrogen and technology provider for Alberta, Canada’s first hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicle fleet. Under the agreement, Air Products will station a mobile hydrogen refueler at the airport to provide hydrogen for a fleet of Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. The airport will begin […] The post Air Products Supporting Edmonton International’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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Global Logistics Market to Exceed $16T by 2032, Study Finds

Supply Chain Brain

The global logistics industry generated $9.83 trillion in 2022, meaning the sector will experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% from 2023 to 2032.

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IC Bus Debuts Updated CE Series School Bus with Electric Powertrain

NGT News

IC Bus has launched its next-generation CE Series school bus, a newly redesigned and updated version of its flagship CE Series originally launched 20 years ago. The all-new CE Series features an increased 83-passenger capacity and is available in both diesel (Cummins B6.7) and zero-emissions electric powertrain options. “Our CE Series has remained best-in-class for […] The post IC Bus Debuts Updated CE Series School Bus with Electric Powertrain appeared first on NGT News.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.

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Polish Sales Partner for Electric Tugs

Logistics Business Magazine

OMV Polska, a member of the VECAR Group, which supports companies in warehouse and production logistics, has become an authorised sales partner of UK-based MasterMover, a leading manufacturer of electric tug solutions. The partnership will see OMV Polska add the full range of MasterMover electric tugs and tows to its product range, giving manufacturers, logistics operators and retailers access to compact, powerful material handling equipment for moving wheeled loads.

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The Value of Track and Trace for Carriers in 2023

Envase Technologies

Everyone that eagerly awaits a package relies on track and trace technology to tell them when to be at their door, rather than sitting on their doorstep jumping up at each delivery truck that passes (it’s the Amazon effect for consumers). In the shipping industry, however, this is far less prevalent. Smaller fleets often lack access to locations-based tracking for their assets.

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Riding the Wave: Strategies for Building Resiliency Amid El Niño

Odyssey Logistics

There are many unforeseen events that can derail the supply chain. Extreme weather conditions and shifts in carrier capacity are two of the usual culprits. The industry typically has little time to implement contingency plans to keep shipments moving during sudden events. We all learned this lesson during the global pandemic. But now that the. Continue Reading The post Riding the Wave: Strategies for Building Resiliency Amid El Niño appeared first on Odyssey Logistics & Technology.

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Riding the Wave: Strategies for Building Resiliency Amid El Niño

Odyssey Logistics

There are many unforeseen events that can derail the supply chain. Extreme weather conditions and shifts in carrier capacity are two of the usual culprits. The industry typically has little time to implement contingency plans to keep shipments moving during sudden events. We all learned this lesson during the global pandemic. But now that the. Continue Reading The post Riding the Wave: Strategies for Building Resiliency Amid El Niño appeared first on Odyssey Logistics & Technology.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an