The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 5, 2024

Dan Lindsey and Joe Lynch discuss building strong carrier relationships. Dan is the Co-founder of Linkage Logistics and the Broker-Carrier Summit , which will be held in Kansas City, Missouri, April 22 – 24, 2024. About Dan Lindsey Dan Lindsey is the Co-founder of Linkage Logistics and the Founder of the Broker-Carrier Summit. Dan has been in the logistics industry since 2001 when he began working the preload shift for UPS.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 5, 2024

One of the side effects of my thyroid surgery is that I’ve grown a beard. It’s what happens when you stop shaving, as I did the first week after surgery. I was afraid of slicing open the fresh scar on my neck with the razor. So, I ended up with a beard and I’ve decided. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 5, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Food Logistics

APRIL 5, 2024

A reputable 3PL becomes the guiding light for shippers in flat market conditions, offering a comprehensive suite of services designed to prioritize reliability and service quality and mitigate the driver shortage.

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Stord

APRIL 5, 2024

Acquisition broadens Stord’s DTC and B2B fulfillment capabilities for high growth omnichannel brands ATLANTA, April 5, 2024 —Stord, a leader in high-volume fulfillment services and supply chain technology for omnichannel mid-market and enterprise brands, announced today its acquisition of ProPack Logistics , a renowned provider of fulfillment services.

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NGT News

APRIL 5, 2024

The Florida city of Hallandale Beach has launched the Cloud, an all-electric bus fleet, with a complimentary service to the community beginning April 5, 2024. This fleet of nine electric vehicles is one of the largest electric bus fleets owned by any Florida municipality and is a testament to the city’s commitment to forging a […] The post Nine-Unit Bus Fleet Buoys Florida City’s Green Agenda appeared first on NGT News.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 5, 2024

In maritime transportation, every container has the potential for profit or loss. One of the most important financial problems that negatively affects this profitability is the complexity of Demurrage and Detention agreements. In the U.S. alone, disputes increased by 7.1%, leading carriers to pay heavy penalties. These disputes often arise due to a lack of clear communication and ambiguities in contracts.

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Truck News

APRIL 5, 2024

I get a lot of questions about whether it’s a good time to sell, usually from trucking company owners who are “seller-curious” and want an opinion on whether they can […]

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APRIL 5, 2024

Image source: Shipbob | Top 10 Practical Supply Chain Management Tips for Businesses Effective supply chain management becomes an increasingly important sector full of strategic opportunities and difficulties in an increasingly dynamic and complicated network. Increasingly quick delivery requirements, fluctuating transportation costs, and unpredictability of outside events are just a few of the supply chain management difficulties businesses confront.

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 5, 2024

For millions of drivers – including many Penske DIY movers and professional truck drivers, anticipation is building for Monday’s first visible total solar eclipse in the U.S. in seven years. During the solar eclipse, the daytime sky is set to darken in parts of the country as the Moon passes in front of the Sun and casts its shadow to fall on the Earth.

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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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NGT News

APRIL 5, 2024

Xos Inc., an electric truck manufacturer and fleet electrification services provider, has released the 2024 Xos SV step van. This latest model offers a range of new features and improvements, making it the most advanced and versatile step van from Xos to date. “We are constantly striving to improve and innovate our designs to meet […] The post Xos Upgrades 2024 SV Step Van with Range of Features appeared first on NGT News.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

APRIL 5, 2024

Despite decline in orders, ACT and FTR analysts noted it was expected.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 5, 2024

The Great North American Eclipse is coming. A total solar eclipse will take place at the Moon’s ascending node on Monday, April 8, 2024. A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, thereby obscuring the image of the Sun for a viewer on Earth. A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon’s apparent diameter is larger than the Sun’s, blocking all direct sunlight, turning day into darkness.

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NGT News

APRIL 5, 2024

Nearly 1,000 farmers, ethanol industry workers and other supporters from across the U.S. have sent a letter to President Biden calling on his administration to take action to allow continued access to E15 throughout the upcoming summer driving season, according to the Renewable Fuels Association. E15 is a lower-cost, lower-carbon gasoline blend containing 15% ethanol. […] The post Ethanol Industry Supporters Urge Continued Access to E15 Blend in Summer 2024 appeared first on NGT News.

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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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