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Tests for Emission-free Heavy Goods Transport

Logistics Business Magazine

In a first step, the transport company Gruber Logistics, one of the project partners, is now collecting data: Under real conditions, how many stops does a vehicle make in long-distance transport today, how often does it brake or when and where does it reach which speed? ZEFES was launched in January 2023 and is scheduled to end in 2026.

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Europe Takes the Lead in Sustainable Growth

Logistics Business Magazine

As the term implies, each product placed by a business on the EU market will need to carry its individual information passport, access to which will need to be provided via a data carrier to a unique product identifier (UID). Food and pharmaceutical products will be excluded.

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Real-Time Visibility: The Customer Has Spoken

Logistics Viewpoints

I am continuing to work on my latest Transportation Execution and Visibility Systems study, which looks at the total size of the market, the forecasted growth through 2026, and the leading suppliers across a number of categories including industry, region, customer size, and mode. Real-Time Visibility Data.

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ASC Invests in German Logistics Site

Logistics Business Magazine

150 new jobs will be created at the new facility during the first year, with this rising to 400 jobs by the end of 2026. Our industry-leading technology can enhance supply chain visibility, effectively integrate multiple sales and returns channels, and deliver rich data that helps inform much more strategic decision making. “We

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Truck Driver Shortage: Myth or Reality?

Talking Logistics

According to the American Trucking Associations, for example, there will be a shortage of 174,000 drivers by 2026 if current trends continue. The persistent issues localized in the [long-distance truckload] segment are not visible in the aggregate data and require a distinct analysis. However, a new study conducted by Stephen V.

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Why FMCG Supply Chains are about Balance

Logistics Business Magazine

billion by 2026, largely due to the growing preference for eCommerce online distribution. A lack of resilience can be fatal for modern FMCG brands, but achieving it requires businesses to think beyond basic automation by focusing on data and relationships. Indeed, the future prognosis for the global FMCG market is generally positive.

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Cracking the Code for AI in the DC

Logistics Viewpoints

The warehouse automation market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of approximately 14% and be worth USD 30 billion by 2026. For example, in the morning, we may want to maximize picking density to improve the efficiency of our pickers without much concern about shipping deadlines. AI holds the promise for big gains. Workforce Planning.