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Gothenburg Named Top Swedish Logistics Location

Logistics Business Magazine

The Gothenburg region tops the list when leading Swedish industry magazine Intelligent Logistik annually ranks Sweden’s best logistics locations. 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.

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The History of the Shipping Container

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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.” Employees have a clear preference, and so does Geuting.

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The 5 Benefits of Virtual Reality in Manufacturing

GlobalTranz

In February 2016, Good Morning America brought virtual reality experiences to the masses as everyone went with “GMA on Safari,” reports Fortune magazine (video below). Ford has already taken steps to use virtual reality in manufacturing, reports Forbes magazine. Training Protocols. Control of Robotics.

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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

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[INFOGRAPHIC] The History of Shipping Containers

GlobalTranz

Magazine article) as a goliath looking to take on the entrenched "David" shipping industry. 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.

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The hazards of Ammonium Nitrate and 100 years of related disasters

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The examples are Kriewald , Morgan , Oppau , Tessenderlo , and Traskwood. 240 tonnes of ammonium nitrate in sacks exploded after being hit by a shell from a nearby fire in a munitions train. On December 17, 1960, a 96-freight car train suffered partial derailment, in which the last 23 cars were derailed. Country: France.