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Supply Chain Operations in 2028: Let’s Consult the Crystal Ball

Logistics Bureau

By 2028, robots could be running warehouses and fully automated facilities will be the norm rather than the exception. By 2028, offshore production could all but be eradicated. Besides delivery of pizzas and parcels, larger drones may be carrying heavier freight to remote areas by 2028. The robotic revolution is upon us!

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Shipping Industry News

Trans Global Auto Logistics

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. The good news is that the shipping industry is doing better than expected.

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Supply Chain Crystal Ball Gazing: Let’s Look Ahead to 2028

Logistics Bureau

So I’ve decided to indulge my craving by daring to speculate about what the supply chain of 2028 might look like. The world may not quite be ready for the latter, but a lot can change physically, economically, scientifically, and politically between now and 2028. It’s Mostly About Automation. Robots Run the Warehouse.

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Shipping Industry News

Trans Global Auto Logistics

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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This Week in Logistics News (October 9 – 15)

Logistics Viewpoints

I just read an interesting article about Chris Johnson, former top sales executive at Apple and CEO of JC Penney. Tesco to roll out fully electric fleet by 2028 after partnering with EO. The grocer plans to roll out the fully electric fleet by the end of 2028, after releasing 30 this year with plans for a further 150 by next year.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Trucking

Blue Grace Logistics

Freight is one of the most essential industries in the United States, and according to the US Freight Transportation Forecast publication conducted by the American Trucking Association (ATA) , it’s going to continue growing over the next decade. billion tons by 2028, a 36.6 billion tons by 2028, a 36.6 The Growing AI Market .

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As Amazon Ponders Airborne Fulfillment Centers Demand for Vertical Warehousing Grows

247 Customs Broker

The cutting-edge ideas show how far developers may have to go to address the growing demand for industrial space as more Americans shop online. By 2028, 40 percent of all parcels will be delivered within two hours , according to a study released earlier this year by Zebra Technologies. million square feet of new industrial space.