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COVID-19 and the 5 major threats it poses to global food security

World Food Programme Logistics

The novel Coronavirus, COVID-19, risks undermining the efforts of humanitarian and food security organizations seeking to reverse these trends. But it could also lead to a food security crisis if proper measures are not taken.” has had both direct and indirect negative impacts on food security. Ebola, SARS, MERS?—?has

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Trinity Logistics Becomes Member of NACD

Trinity Logistics

Responsible Distribution is a mandatory third-party verified environmental, health, safety, and security program. Additionally, Trinity has been Responsible Care certified since 2009, a very similar program for the chemical industry. Interested in learning more about NACD and how to become a member? Request a quote.

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Logistics Contractors and strategic logistics advantage in US military operations

Logistics in War

vi] In 2009, ‘private contractors outnumbered military personnel in Afghanistan and nearly equalled the number of military personnel in Iraq’ [vii] and the majority of these contractors were involved in logistic services, with only approximately 11 percent conducting private military and security functions. Latham, Jr.,

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The LTL Market now Belongs to the Carriers: Shippers Must Know how to Level the Playing Field

GlobalTranz

Whereas 2009 saw the control of transportation industry profits in the hands of the shippers, two years later a shift occurred in the favor of carriers. In order to establish a stable relationship with carriers, shippers have to build a platform of confidence and security for their carriers. Recession for Goods Distribution.

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Trinity Logistics Becomes Affiliate of NACD

Trinity Logistics

Responsible Distribution is a mandatory third-party verified environmental, health, safety, and security program. Since Trinity has been Responsible Care certified since 2009, gaining the opportunity to connect with like-minded companies that keep to similar standards of improvement made sense. What Is Responsible Distribution?

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Why Russian logistics failed in Ukraine?

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

After a major transformation in 2009, Russia modernized its operational concept and replaced the Soviet logistics system with a leaner one involving downsizing and outsourcing, which was largely untested in combat operations. 3, International Center for Defence and Security.; Author: Ronald Ti

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Key Factors to Consider When Planning and Designing Warehouses

Logistics Bureau

Since I first published this article back in 2009, warehouse design principles haven’t altered that much, but as we received many comments, including requests for more information, I figured it might be a good idea to expand on the original piece. S is for Space. The most recent updates were made in February 2019.