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The Right Fit for Drivers with Beth Potratz

The Logistics of Logistics

Beth Potratz and Joe Lynch discuss The Right Fit for Drivers. Beth is the Founder and CEO of Drive My Way , a unique, personalized recruiting service that matches CDL truck drivers with available jobs based on their qualifications and personal preferences. About Beth Potratz Beth Potratz , Co-Founder and CEO for Drive My Way, has over 20 years of experience.

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Amware Fulfillment Rebrands as Staci Americas

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In March 2023, we announced the acquisition of Amware Fulfillment by Staci Group, a global leader in multichannel fulfillment services. Since then, we’ve integrated company operations in the U.S., blending the best of both organizations.

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Best Logistics and Supply Chain Conferences to Attend in 2024

Logistics Viewpoints

Welcome 2024! This year, as with years in the past, there is a broad and deep line-up of supply chain and logistics conferences to attend. Many events exist in North America, Europe, and Asia. Industry association events are being held in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. Meanwhile, technology providers’ user events are mostly packed into the spring, so plan accordingly.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2024

Talking Logistics

Editor’s Note: This is one of the most popular posts we publish every year: our list of supply chain and logistics events to attend in the year ahead. This year’s list remains a work in progress; therefore, please check the event websites for the latest updates. Also, if you have a favorite industry conference not. Read more The post Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2024 appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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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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Court says sleeper berth time over 8 hours is compensable

Commercial Carrier Journal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a previous ruling that, under the Fair Labor Standards Act, team drivers should be paid for time spent in the sleeper berth beyond 8 hours because time spent there is to the benefit of the employer.

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Ballard Signs New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Supply Agreement with NFI Group

NGT News

Ballard Power Systems has signed a new Long-Term Supply Agreement (LTSA) with NFI Group Inc., an independent bus and coach manufacturer and a provider of electric mass mobility solutions in North America and Europe. The agreement marks a new phase in the established partnership between Ballard and NFI, focused on deployment-level volumes of fuel cell-powered […] The post Ballard Signs New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Supply Agreement with NFI Group appeared first on NGT News.

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Add your voice to help CTA pursue full 2024 agenda

Truck News

It may be an inside baseball cliché to many of us in the industry, but I never tire of reminding people who I know that: “If you got it, it […]

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Vietnamese EV Maker Planning Battery Plant in India

Supply Chain Brain

VinFast said in October 2023it would build assembly factories in India and Indonesia that each have an annual capacity of up to 50,000 cars and a capital expenditure of up to $200 million at first.

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CARB Extends Clean Truck Check Reporting Deadline

NGT News

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has extended the reporting deadline for Clean Truck Check, giving heavy-duty truck owners and operators extra time to enter their information into a new database that will track compliance. Vehicle/fleet owners now have until January 31, 2024, to complete the initial reporting requirement and compliance fee payment for 2023. […] The post CARB Extends Clean Truck Check Reporting Deadline appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Court says sleeper berth time over 8 hours is compensable

Overdrive Online

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a previous ruling that, under the Fair Labor Standards Act, team drivers should be paid for time spent in the sleeper berth beyond 8 hours because time spent there is to the benefit of the employer.

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BP, Equinor Tear Up Contract for Big New York Offshore Wind Project

Supply Chain Brain

BP and Equinor were among a group of developers that were rebuffed in October after asking state regulators for higher rates to deliver power from offshore wind farms.

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2023 Best Logistics Content From BlueGrace Logistics

Blue Grace Logistics

2023 Best Of Logistics Content Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - January 3, 2024 For the second consecutive year, The Logistics Blog® has earned its place in the prestigious 2023 45 Best Freight Blogs and Websites You Should Follow list, selected by Feedspot.com — the internet’s largest human-curated database of bloggers and podcasts.

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Missouri Bans Foreign Adversaries from Buying Land Near Military Bases

Supply Chain Brain

The executive order prohibits companies and citizens from "threatening countries" from purchasing farms or other types of land within ten miles of staffed military sites in Missouri.

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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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Maersk Pauses Shipments in Red Sea Again Following More Attacks

MTS Logistics

Just a few days ago, we previously reported on Operation Prosperity Guardian, which the U.S. and its allies launched in an effort to clamp down and stop attacks in the Red Sea and other critical Middle Eastern waterways. What changed since last week? Since last Friday, there was another major attack over the weekend. That attack has caused shipping giant Maersk to reverse its decision to resume shipping operations in the Red Sea.

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Russian LNG Producer Begins Arctic Operations Despite U.S. Sanctions

Supply Chain Brain

The first shipments from the LNG project will be delivered during the first quarter of 2024, said Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.

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Signs of Confidence Amidst

Blue Grace Logistics

Signs of Confidence Amidst Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - January 3, 2024 Key findings shed light on the intricate interplay between revenue, inventory, and orders that impact the delicate balance between managing supply chains and meeting consumer and business demands.

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How Industry 4.0 is Interwoven into Modern Warehouse Design

Supply Chain Brain

It's hard to predict what a warehouse will look like in ten years.

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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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January 3, 2024 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home January 3, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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3 Things Your Order Management System SHOULD Be Doing [Checklist]

Stord

Order management has been "solved" by utilizing ERPS, manual process & other faulty systems. Here are 3 things a REAL OMS needs to be able to do.

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Section 321 Fulfillment Service FAQs

Ship Monk

Ecommerce entrepreneurs always have growth in mind; it drives their choices, visions, and budgets in all aspects of business. As success comes, a big part of ecommerce brand growth comes down to handling international issues related to expansion, manufacturers, and imports. Sadly, those three ecommerce buzzwords may also trigger the negative connotations of customs, duties, and tariffs, which can suck the wind out of your scaling plans.

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Transaid Exceeds Uganda Driver Training Goals

Logistics Business Magazine

International development organisation Transaid has concluded phase two of its Professional Driver Training project in Uganda, with 890 predominantly HGV drivers being trained over a two-year period – exceeding the project’s original training goal by more than 15 per cent. Delivered in partnership with local non-governmental organisation (NGO) Safe Way Right Way, the project set out to improve the standards of driver training in a country which suffers one of Africa’s worst road traffic incident

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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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Blue Bird Delivers Electric Buses to Kentucky School District

NGT News

Blue Bird Corp., a provider of electric and low-emission school buses, is supplying 23 electric school buses to Carter County Schools (CCS) in Kentucky, which operates 11 schools serving approximately 4,200 students. The new Vision electric school buses Blue Bird is providing to CCS feature an extended range, faster battery charging and increased seating capacity. […] The post Blue Bird Delivers Electric Buses to Kentucky School District appeared first on NGT News.

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Warehousing and Distribution for Lighting

Logistics Business Magazine

Kinaxia Logistics has agreed a three-year contract to provide UK distribution, warehousing and other services for a global lighting company. Ansell Lighting designs and manufactures interior and exterior lighting for the commercial, domestic, industrial, retail and architectural markets. The company has its headquarters in Warrington and operates in more than 20 countries, with showrooms in Belfast, Dublin and Madrid as well as at its HQ.

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Kansas Designates Over $4.6 Million in Federal Funds for Six EV Locations

NGT News

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly says more than $4.6 million in federal funds will be directed to the first six locations selected for the state’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula program. With existing fast-charging stations spread across the Interstate 70 and I-135 corridors, these selected locations will fill gaps in EV charging stations along the […] The post Kansas Designates Over $4.6 Million in Federal Funds for Six EV Locations appeared first on NGT News.

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What customers are saying about Labelmaster’s new line of CurTec shipping products

LabelMaster

Recently, Labelmaster announced the addition of CurTec high-performance plastic containers, drums and pails to our already robust packaging offering—allowing us to provide the industry’s broadest assortment of UN-certified primary containers. For Dangerous Goods (DG) pros, the lineup may be the right packaging solution to fit their needs for safe and compliant shipping.

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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

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EMT Madrid Orders 50 Electric Buses from Solaris

NGT News

Spain-based transport company EMT Madrid has placed an order for 20 low-entry Urbino 9 LE electric buses and 30 Urbino 12 electric buses from Solaris. The order includes two popular models: the low-entry Urbino 9 LE electric and the classic Urbino 12 electric. These modern vehicles, equipped with Solaris High Energy batteries, will substantially contribute […] The post EMT Madrid Orders 50 Electric Buses from Solaris appeared first on NGT News.

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Champions and Camaraderie: Celebrating Locus Sports Day 2023 in Bangalore

Locus

In sports, every second is a thrill, every move can spark a legend, and every player carries a unique tale. Embracing this vibrancy, our Locus Sports Day 2023 turned into a spirited festival of sorts, echoing through the halls of our Bangalore HQ and the lively Coolulu Turf Park this November. Here, passion teams up with teamwork, and innovation guides our play, reflecting the true essence of Locus. “ I really love Locus Sports Day.

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Do speed cameras impact CVOR safety ratings?

Truck News

Does this situation seem familiar?

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