Thu.Aug 10, 2023

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Joe Scetto's period-correct 1986 Peterbilt 359

Overdrive Online

Owner Joe Scetto has spent so much time and money restoring this truck to its full 1986 glory his wife jokes it's her "sister wife." After all, he did drive it to the wedding.

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Forward Air, Omni Logistics merge to create expedited LTL giant

Commercial Carrier Journal

The combined company will offer complementary services including expedited services, intermodal transfer, truckload brokerage, and warehouse and distribution capabilities, in addition to air and ocean freight forwarding.

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Geopolitical Tensions Forcing 35% of Importers to Reexamine Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

One in five importers from outside the U.K. have had to change their supply chains due to geopolitical tensions while a nother 15% are considering supply chain alterations.

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Where’s the noise about real driver issues?

Truck News

Looking through my windshield day after day, I don’t see the same old, same old. Frankly, I see worse. Road conditions are worse than ever, and fatalities keep climbing.

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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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How the Face of Mexican Manufacturing Has Changed Over 10 Years

Supply Chain Brain

In just a decade, Mexican manufacturing has experienced a seismic shift, driven by the swift rise in automation, a notable influx of Chinese enterprises, and substantial diversification across industries.

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U.S. Cargo Volumes in August Likely to Be Highest in Almost a Year

Supply Chain Brain

U.S. ports are expected to handle 2.03 million TEU during August, marking the first time American ports have handled over 2 million TEU since October 2022.

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Stord Appoints E-commerce Leader Melanie Kalemba as First Independent Board Director

Stord

ATLANTA, Aug. 10, 2023 — Stord , a leader in omnichannel fulfillment services and technology for mid-market and enterprise brands, today announces that Melanie Kalemba has joined the company’s Board of Directors as an Independent Board Director. Melanie brings a wealth of experience and expertise in e-commerce, logistics, and OMS systems. Melanie said: “Today’s brands have struggled with operating their supply chains due to having disparate partners and systems that slow down and encumber the o

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Plans Are Nothing, Planning Is Everything - Are You Prepared To Compete in Any Environment?

Supply Chain Brain

This webinar will focus on the top five key drivers of readiness to compete effectively in an ever-changing supply chain environment.

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Bakery Receives 8 Double Deck Tiger Trailers

Logistics Business Magazine

Eight moving double deck articulated trailers manufactured by Tiger Trailers have joined the fleet of Banbury-based bread-makers Fine Lady Bakeries, with innovation and on-time delivery proving key influencers in their decision to change suppliers. Fully painted in the baker’s distinctive Straw Yellow livery, Fine Lady Bakeries’ new Tiger trailers feature a three-quarter-length moving deck rated to ten tonnes, operated by the manufacturer’s proven four-ram hydraulic system, offering enhanced rob

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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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Codelco and Anglo American Discuss Mining Pact to Lift Copper Output in Chile

Supply Chain Brain

Talks are focused on enabling Codelco’s Andina mine and Anglo’s Los Bronces to tap rich ore grades sitting between the two operations.

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Scheduled Route Connecting Baku with LA

Logistics Business Magazine

Silk Way West Airlines, a cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, expands its US network by adding weekly flights to and from Los Angeles International Airport, one of the world’s largest cargo gateways, handling millions of tons of freight annually. The addition of the California hub to its network reinforces the carrier’s dedication to meeting the evolving needs of its customers and supporting global trade.

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Ericsson Opens Malaysia-Based 5G Manufacturing Facility

Supply Chain Brain

Ericsson said the recently opened venue is the company’s first 5G manufacturing facility to be located in Southeast Asia.

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Clean Energy Saw Solid Q2 for Renewable Natural Gas

NGT News

Clean Energy Fuels Corp., a company focused on providing natural gas for transportation applications, says it sold 58.6 million gallons of renewable natural gas (RNG) in Q2 2023, a 17.2% increase compared to Q2 2022. This news follows April’s joint development agreement with Tourmaline, Canada’s largest natural gas producer, to develop a network of compressed […] The post Clean Energy Saw Solid Q2 for Renewable Natural Gas appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Podcast | ‘The Death of Globalization’: What Will Take Its Place?

Supply Chain Brain

Is the age of globalization coming to an end? If so, what will the future of trade look like?

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Cummins, Chevron Double-Down on Alt Fuels for Transportation

NGT News

Cummins Inc. and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. have inked a memorandum of understanding aimed at taking advantage of the companies’ “complementary positioning” in natural gas, hydrogen and other low-carbon alternative fuels. Cummins and Chevron are already engaged in a strategic collaboration on hydrogen and renewable natural gas, and they are expected to work on other liquid […] The post Cummins, Chevron Double-Down on Alt Fuels for Transportation appeared first on NGT News.

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Three Tips for Shortening Small Businesses’ Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

As nearshoring gathers momentum, SMBs have an opportunity to shorten their supply chains.

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First Student Logs 2 Million Electric Miles

NGT News

First Student, the largest provider of school transportation in North America, has hit another milestone in its work to advance school bus electrification, officially reaching 2 million miles driven on electric school buses. “Electrifying our nation’s school bus fleet will help us build healthier futures for children across North America, and we are committed to […] The post First Student Logs 2 Million Electric Miles appeared first on NGT News.

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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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Watch: A Recipe for Retail Delivery Success

Supply Chain Brain

Quality, cost reduction and sustainability are embedded in the successful retail delivery experience today, says Guy Bloch, chief executive officer of Bringg, a last-mile delivery management platform.

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TeraWatt Breaks Ground on California EV Charging Site

NGT News

TeraWatt Infrastructure, a company focused on building a network of charging solutions, has hosted a groundbreaking event to reveal a new charging site for light-duty fleets in the Los Angeles area. The site – located in Inglewood, Calif. – is owned, operated and maintained by TeraWatt, providing a full-stack charging solution that includes software and […] The post TeraWatt Breaks Ground on California EV Charging Site appeared first on NGT News.

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Shipping in Hot Weather How-To’s

Ship Monk

Summer heat is great for beachgoers, ice cream parlors, and pool parties, but not all celebrate the sunshine when higher temperatures set in. If you own an ecommerce brand with products that can be negatively affected by warmer temperatures, then shipping in hot weather can be a hazard. ShipMonk does everything possible to meet the needs of a wide assortment of ecommerce brands and their products.

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Can You Recycle Plastic Bags?

Compactor Management Company

Plastic bags have become an integral part of modern life, making our daily tasks more convenient. However, their widespread use has also contributed to a significant environmental issue – plastic pollution. The question of whether plastic bags are recyclable is of paramount importance in our journey towards a greener and cleaner planet. In this article, we’ll explore how plastic bags can be recycled and discuss simple actions you can take to help the environment.

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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.