Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Dachser has expanded its capacities in Alsdorf by adding a 7,000-square-metre warehouse. The post Dachser Expands Contract Logistics Capacity at Maas-Rhein appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Hermes says it has significantly boosted its capacity for the upcoming peak season after completing the construction of a third sortation tier at its fully-automated Midlands Super Hub in Rugby. The post Hermes Invests £16m to Boost Rugby Capacity by 40% appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. million parcels each day.

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Capacity Sorting Construction Automation 28

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

While road transport capacities in Europe – following dramatic shortages since autumn 2017 – again increased at double-digit rates in Q3, transport prices declined by only 2.8%. This is despite the fact that significantly more capacity was observed in the market during the summer. available transport capacity increased by 15.8%

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Capacity Transportation Availability Digital 28

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 26, 2023

A recent survey led by Deposco of 200 supply chain leaders working for European retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers or 3PL/4PL firms found that 41% of European supply chain executives expect this year’s peak retail season to be more challenging than that of 2022, with only 18% believing it will be less difficult.

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Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Automation 62

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The supplier, after all, isn’t presenting a chaotic mix of items just to be awkward – they will have their own constraints, for example on batch sizes and times, or on their own storage capacities.

Inbound 59

Inbound Ordering Supply Chain Software Automation 59

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Furthermore, additional multimodal planning functionalities will help to utilise the available capacity and reduce the environmental impact. ” The post Transporeon acquires Logit One appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. All the above are built on the world’s largest road carrier network.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing 86

Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 25, 2020

“In the first two weeks of June we can see that increased industrial output is having an impact on available transport capacity and also prices,” said Oliver Kahrs, Managing Director of Tim Consult, a Transporeon subsidiary. less road transport capacity was available in the first two weeks of June on the European spot market.

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Transportation Freight Price Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 67

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2021

Airfreight availability is reduced due to lower belly capacity with fewer passenger jets flying. Excess demand in the USA, combined with shipping and port handling capacity that cannot be increased quickly enough are also causing waves. This volatility in delivery is likely to persist till late next year.

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Supply Chains Purchasing Skills Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction 69

Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Our greatly expanded capacity to deliver a wide spectrum of services across the entire supply chain has also opened doors for us to target new opportunities in segments that have been traditionally underserved, including FMCG and healthcare. The post Abu Dhabi Ports Acquires MICCO Logistics appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies Logistics Cost Reduction 72

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 20, 2020

The request for freight capacity, also known as RFQ (Request For Quotation), and the resulting order placements are forwarded via an application programming interface (API) from SAP Logistics Business Network to the InstaFreight platform. We are proud to achieve this integration with SAP Logistics Business Network.”.

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SAP Networks Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Reduction 68

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

With capacity constraints, ecommerce growth and driver shortages creating dilemmas for many as well as the increased focus from the industry on environment and machine learning, it was a year that was definitely not without its tests. The increase in volume will increase the challenge on an already tight last mile delivery capacity.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Price Reduction 59

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 1, 2020

Its commercialisation of the Port unlocked vital capacity to both regional and international business using Southampton water. The post New Warehouse for Meachers to Meet Increased Storage Demand appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 17, 2021

However, market dynamics remain skewed with limited capacity available and sky-high freight rates presenting a challenging market for shippers and opportunities for forwarders to secure high margins. The post Freight market recovering but rates remain high appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2019

acre rail terminal will be capable of handling up to sixteen 775m-long freight trains daily and will provide storage capacity for over 5,000 TEU (the measurement of capacity of container terminals) – which is equal to approximately 45,000 pallets of cargo*.

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Maritime Freight Training 3PL 42

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 14, 2020

percent thanks to the expansion of its capacities and improved worldwide capacity utilization. The post Röhlig Logistics Grows in Asia, Latin America and Contract Logistics appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. We were able to offset this effect primarily through good development in Asia and Latin America. ”.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Freight Course 65

Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Under Saudi Vision 2030, the Kingdom is committed to increasing its total air cargo capacity. The post FedEx grows to meet Saudi Arabia demand appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Meeting Logistics Network Optimization Software Tools Digital 59

Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

ft of capacity, primarily for automation, eCommerce order picking and fulfilment. of capacity, primarily for automation, ecommerce order picking and fulfilment. ” The post Noatum Agrees Terms on London Medway Ecommerce Facility appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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eCommerce Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 36

Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 30, 2020

In order to respond to requests from the national authorities, Geodis is planning 16 flights over the coming weeks, representing in volume terms approximately 2400 m3 of capacity weekly. The post Geodis Plans Emergency Supply of Masks from China to France appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Scenario Planning Government Magazine Capacity 36

Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 17, 2020

Vehicle refrigeration specialist Thermo King says that its new, fully electric E-200 multi temperature refrigeration units are now available to meet customer needs and deliver hold-over capacity on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. The post No Emissions While Unit Running with Thermo King E-200 appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Refrigeration Collaboration Temperature Capacity 36

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 11, 2021

The impressive facility includes a purpose-built 10,000 sq ft warehouse with the capacity to store 330 pallets and dedicated inspection areas for customs and DEFRA. The post Green light for remote Border Control Post appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

million parcels daily; boosting the company’s overall capacity to 3.8 This includes investment at the firm’s Nottingham and EuroCentral depots this year, adding automation and capacity to process an additional 280,000 parcels to the network annually. Up to 800 people will work on site during shifts, it says. million a day.

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Distribution Automation Capacity Networks 31

Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 28, 2021

The contract logistics capabilities, which are increasingly important due to complex supply chains and changing distribution channels, will strengthen DSV’s Solutions division with GIL’s additional warehousing capacity of more than 1.4 The post DSV Panalpina acquires Agility GIL appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Freight forwarding Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Logistics Network Optimization Software Groups 60

Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 30, 2020

With customs intermediaries now able to apply for £50 million of new funding, first announced in June 2020, the British International Freight Association (BIFA), says that it hopes it will help its members to increase their capacity to make declarations ahead of 2021.

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Training Availability Freight Industry 40

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2020

Instead of rigidly sticking to just one depot serving specific postcodes, network resources can be shared and all deliveries fulfilled within the promoted lead time even in the event of a depot being at capacity. Only plan what your warehouse has the capacity to pick. Maximise use of your specialist vehicles and/or drivers.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills Capacity 36

Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Our carriers are saying that, while rates continue to increase and capacity is still limited due to growing demand, many feel the need to stay competitive to maintain their valued partnerships,” said Ed Moran, managing director and senior vice president of sales and marketing at Transporeon Group Americas.

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Survey Logistics Network Optimization Software Capacity Procurement 28

Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 23, 2020

In this context, we also make sure to tie in with fast-growing transport activities within Asia, and create synergies when it comes to the efficient use of transport capacities,” says Michael Zankel. The post New Facilities Down Under appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Transportation Strategy Magazine Capacity 36

Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 30, 2020

Speeding up the passage of parcels within our system through automated sorting technology is key to boosting Royal Mail’s parcel processing capacity. The post Beumer to Automate 800,000-Parcel Superhub for UK Royal Mail appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. “We have seen a major rise in parcel demand over the past few years.

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Automation Outbound Handling Sorting 39

Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 14, 2019

The double deck trailers from manufacturer, Don-Bur, offer twice the capacity of traditional trailers, enabling more parcels to be transported without having additional vehicles on the road. The post DHL Parcel in Major Volvo Truck and Don-Bur Trailer Upgrade appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Trucking Logistics Network Optimization Software Capacity Magazine 28

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2021

million square meters of warehousing capacity, GIL will be a strong addition to DSV Solutions, while the road freight activities in Europe and the Middle East will strengthen the DSV Road network. “By The post DSV Panalpina completes acquisition of Agility Global Integrated Logistics appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 69

Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Freight forwarding Networks 69

Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 10, 2019

For carriers, the digital platform offers an opportunity to optimise flows by taking nearby loads to ensure trucks can run at full capacity. The post Gefco Snaps up Chronotruck to Boost Digital Offering appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. To date, Chronotruck has served more than 9,000 customers.

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Digital Logistics Network Optimization Software Magazine Capacity 28

Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

An additional 2,500 picking locations and an initial capacity for up to 1,000 parcels daily is underpinned by fulfilmentcrowd’s award-winning software platform and management systems. The post fulfilmentcrowd Opens New Centre of Excellence with Sheffield Fashion Firm appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Picking 32

Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 27, 2020

This brand new site is the culmination of more than 18 months of hard work by the team, led by Simon Wood, Operations Director, to ensure that the site and operating capacity will provide both future proofing and reinforce its extensive coverage.

Packaging 36

Packaging Government Security Digital 36

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2018

While some businesses are looking to construct new warehouses to increase storage capacity, the approaching deadline of March 29th 2019 (when Brexit is scheduled to happen) means that there is little time for new buildings to be ready, and existing warehouses should be used to their fullest. ” Tweet. ” Tweet.

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Survey Groups Construction Capacity 32

Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 5, 2018

BERGÉ GEFCO says it will provide a significant increase in transport and storage capacity and geographical scope. million m2 storage in compounds and ports and the capacity to manage and transport 1.4 million vehicles management capacity. • million exported and 1.2 million commercialised. Customers will benefit from 3.4

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Workshop Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Capacity 28

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 17, 2020

However, H1 saw higher yields in Air Freight due to capacity shortages and a spike in demand for urgent shipments of PPE and other medical equipment. The post Logistics Holds Up Well for Agility as Aviation Crisis Bites appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. in Air Freight (tonnage) and 14.8%

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Expense Reduction Cost Reduction 67

Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

The 34th edition of the Transport Market Monitor (TMM) by Transporeon and Capgemini Consulting reveals that a small capacity increase does not result in a decline of the record high price index. Main highlights of the report are: • In Q4 2017, the capacity index increased by 6.4% Capacity has been below average since Q2 2017.

Price Reduction 28

Price Reduction Transportation Capacity Supply Chain Software 28

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2021

The capacity of conducting international freight forwarding operations from one comprehensive platform will not only boost the work efficiency of our members but also save a lot of time and expenses. The post Globalia’s TMS FreightViewer will henceforth come with the LCL rates from Shipco appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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