Bulk Connection

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

With supply chain disruptions and the driver shortage affecting the trucking industry, many shippers have turned to intermodal rail as a CO2-friendly alternative. in 2021 compared to 2020. In this article, we’ll look at how bulk freight brokers can help with the over-the-road (OTR) segment of a bulk product’s intermodal journey.

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Turvo

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Regardless of what markets do and what happens overall in the country, trucking and transportation collaboration remain an essential service. During difficult times, the trucking industry still carries the bulk of loads and products, and during good times, the industry becomes even more critical for everyone. billion tons.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

In this article, the main hyped, promising, and solid solutions but widely adopted technologies in supply chain management are discussed. The digital twin models the constraints in transportation, warehousing, production and then can produce optimized plans to handle the inevitable exceptions that arise. Hyped Technologies.

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Trinity Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The food and beverage industry has faced significant challenges and growth over the past couple of years. After yet another unpredictable and unstable year, many hope 2022 will bring more stability back to the industry. In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry.

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Now, That's Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

of the nation’s freight by weight , representing roughly 11 billion tons of freight (primary shipments only) in 2021. This will allow the industry to “close the gap” caused by demand for freight, projected retirements and other issues. The post Land Transport Outlook for the Year Ahead appeared first on DB Schenker.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Determining the current state of shipping industry news is similar to looking into a Magic 8 Ball – when you shake it and the water settles, the message says, “Future Remains Uncertain.” Shipping Industry News: The Good Let’s start this update on the most positive note.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2021

and is transforming the $800 billion transportation and logistics industry with its digital freight marketplace platform. Michael Leto , CEO of Emerge , has been in the transportation industry for over 21 years and played an active role in creating one of the largest and fastest-growing 3PLs in the country. About Emerge.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 16, 2021

This article, supplied by global 3PL provider AsstrA , looks at the changing landscape of the transport market and the challenges businesses are confronting in volatile times. The logistics industry plays a key role in both international trade and the worldwide economy. So far, 2021 has not been much easier.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The volatility of 2020 and the uncertainties looming into 2021 make it difficult to forecast planning and budgets based on historical data. To help shippers prepare, we will examine contributing factors that will play a significant role in the 2021 truckload freight market. The Truckload Capacity Crunch Will Continue Into 2021.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The food and beverage industry has faced significant challenges and growth over the past couple of years. After several unpredictable years, many hope we’ll see more stability back in the industry. In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry. According to a recent U.S.

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FLS Transport

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The Top 5 Stories in Freight, Transportation, & Logistics. Click here to see how much the tariffs could be and what additional industries they will impact. Being the supply chain industry expert in your family, prepare to discuss work when you want to relax. FLS Transportation can help. Want to haul freight for FLS?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 30, 2022

This article is from GEP and look at the impact of EV boom on the oil & gas market. The rising popularity of electric vehicles (EV) is not only reducing the consumption of diesel and gasoline in the transportation sector but also impacting oil and gas exploration and production activities. To read the full article, click HERE.

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FLS Transport

MARCH 3, 2021

And many expect the problem to spill over into Q2, as it doesn’t look like there’s any relief in the ports or on in ground transportation relative to capacity. Digitization trends are and will sweep the trucking industry by 2030. Check out the full article and get a glimpse at the future. Get the full details here.

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Mazars Ledger

MARCH 30, 2021

As organizations look to modernize, transportation management is often one aspect of a business that is overlooked. However, making transportation… The post Time for the Low-Tech Transporation Industry to Convert to High Tech appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 8, 2021

What’s included in this article: What is Operation Safe Driver Week 2021. It also has the support from the motor carrier industry and transportation safety organizations. Driver safety is a priority not only for the CSVA but for law enforcement and transportation management as well.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

In this article, the main hyped, promising, and solid solutions but widely adopted technologies in supply chain management are discussed. The digital twin models the constraints in transportation, warehousing, production and then can produce optimized plans to handle the inevitable exceptions that arise. Hyped Technologies.

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Bulk Connection

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

If you’ve hired a truck in the past year, the latest report from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) will come as no surprise to you. In its 2022 Operational Cost of Trucking report , the ATRI revealed that the cost of trucking increased by the highest recorded percentage between 2020 and 2021.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 18, 2022

This article is from Asena Denizeri & Anil Gurbuz at Solvoyo and examines the challenges around supply chain planning for 2022 and beyond. Leading to long lead times, shortages, rising prices, and complications in transportation lines. To read the full article, click HERE.

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FLS Transport

AUGUST 12, 2021

They’re full, and it’s not just in Southern California,” says an industry executive. Read the full article. The post The Weekly Freight Report for August 12th, 2021 appeared first on FLS Transportation | The #1 3PL for Cross-Border Freight. Get the full story. Importers squeezed for warehousing at ports.

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

There has been a lot of talk in the news and industry publications about the struggles facing the supply chain industry. Even we have discussed the challenges logistics providers must overcome in recent articles like “ The State of U.S. Modern ocean freight has become one of the most cost-effective ways to transport goods.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The American Trucking Association is the largest trade association representing the trucking industry in the U.S. In 1973, the ATA introduced the Truck Tonnage Index, a monthly estimation of the total weight of freight transported by truck in the United States. The tonnage index for July 2021 was 109.8, Data Collection.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2022

This conclusion is based on a scientific examination of industries that rely on carbon-based fuels, the importance of those industries to modern life, and the massive emissions these industries generate. For the rest of the article, the focus will be on examining Smil’s arguments by looking at the cement industry.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 25, 2022

and the tendency of brands to want to avoid intercontinental transport of goods during a slowdown. demand and strong activity in the automobile industry, investors have started looking to Mexico to produce more goods including cars. Exports of non-petroleum goods grew nearly 27% in February compared to the same period in 2021.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane. From a transportation standpoint, this has included major technological advancements. Supply chain disruptions have brought about an age of innovation.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Bobby Harris founded BlueGrace Logistics in 2009 to help businesses better understand and optimize transportation. BlueGrace’s clients span a wide range of industries and sizes, making them one of the fastest-growing leaders of transportation management services in North America. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 9, 2023

What’s in the article: How are Mother’s Day flowers shipped? Why is logistics during Mother’s Day a critical aspect of the floral industry? billion in 2021. billion in 2021. According to the National Retail Federation, the average spending on Mother’s Day flowers in 2021 was $19.50

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FLS Transport

JANUARY 4, 2021

The year 2021 is here! Newton’s first law of inertia states that an object in motion will remain in motion… and that’s exactly what will happen in the first quarter of 2021. Inventory replenishment will continue well into 2021. Industrial production and manufacturing are also coming back online. Stay strapped in.

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Bulk Connection

AUGUST 12, 2021

As we’ve passed the halfway mark of 2021, we know a few things about the freight capacity crunch: it’s bad and only appears to be getting worse. As a shipper, you are having great difficulty moving freight, while carriers are being offered more loads than they can possibly handle.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

Henry Queen | Reporter, Tampa Bay Business Journal January 27, 2023 If 2021 was the year that companies generally regretted not having enough inventory, then 2022 was the year they regretted having too much. Meier, who studies industry trends for BlueGrace, said demand “hasn’t fallen off the cliff yet.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Just last week, my colleague Clint Reiser wrote an article about the top logistics and supply chain conferences to attend in 2024. 2021 was the trough with in-person events severely limited. in December 2021. While we look ahead to the future, I think it is also important to look back on the year that was.

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MTS Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

2022 saw another volatile year for shipping following the 2021 and 2020 unique scenarios that led to the ongoing supply chain crisis. With 160 articles published this year on our blog, More Than Shipping, we honored our top blog authors who wrote the top two performing articles for the year. A great time was had by all.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2021

Independent c ustomer vote s from two industry leading publications acknowledg e BlueGrace Logistics as a preeminent Third-Party Logistic s (3PL) operator for providing outstanding solutions and services based on recent customer surveys. With nine offices located strategically in major transportation hubs across the U.S.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 9, 2021

Independent c ustomer vote s from two industry leading publications acknowledg e BlueGrace Logistics as a preeminent Third-Party Logistic s (3PL) operator for providing outstanding solutions and services based on recent customer surveys. With nine offices located strategically in major transportation hubs across the U.S.

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Mazars Ledger

JANUARY 18, 2021

Any new mode of transport is naturally met with skepticism: is it safe? As… The post Small steps and big leaps: making future transport a reality appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States. is it sustainable? is it useful?

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Turvo

OCTOBER 5, 2021

What’s in this article : A crisis that is affecting the world economy – record-high shipping rates. The global transportation system in 2021 is experiencing a unique and unexpected crisis. In the first quarter of 2021, its volume increased 23.3% A problem also linked to shipping companies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing. In fact, the on-demand industry was estimated to account for $75 billion in 2018. [1] Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

If 2020 and if 2021 proved anything, it’s that the omni-channel selling environment is here to stay. According to a recent article in Forbes , 48% of consumers today prefer a hybrid shopping model that combines online and in-store components. of all e-commerce sales in the US during 2021.

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