Automotive Logistics

MARCH 28, 2018

The carmaker said in a statement that “Gefco’s operational performance and the diversification of its client portfolio no longer [make] it necessary for [PSA Group] to have a minority stake in the capital”. In terms of its operational performance, Gefco recently reported annual turnover of €4.4 billion (around $5.5 billion.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 3, 2024

A: Section 321 is operated out of ShipMonk’s state-of-the-art Mexico location —a secure Tecate facility just miles from the US border. When an order for your brand comes in that can best be filled by the Mexico facility, our trained team picks, packs, and ships it to the US. Q: Where does Section 321 fulfillment take place?

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Agility, a leading global logistics provider, is the first logistics company in Abu Dhabi to operate double-trailer trucks, which will improve operational efficiencies for its customers and reduce emissions by cutting the number of trips made. Agility operates an extensive fleet of trailers in Abu Dhabi.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2021

Descartes Systems Group , a global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announces that Expert Customs, a recently established customs agency based in Dartford, Kent, is using Descartes’ e-Customs solution to enhance business operations with its UK-EU trade offering and provide customs compliance for customers.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2019

Logistics property specialist SEGRO has signed a 25-year lease with 3PL Maritime Transport to operate the Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI) at SEGRO Logistics Park East Midlands Gateway (SLP-EMG) and will base their Rail Headquarters at the site.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2020

Freight forwarder KLG Europe’s operations have been predominantly conducted within the EU, meaning that prior to Brexit, customs declarations have not been necessary for the organisation. But, as KLG Europe realised, it made more sense for their operation to develop inhouse expertise.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 11, 2021

Following a delay of over three months caused by the pandemic, PML ’s venture with FreshLinc to operate a remote HMRC / DEFRA approved Border Control Post (BCP) and ERT (bonded warehouse) facility has finally been given the green light and is now up and running.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 9, 2020

Nail polish is classified as ‘dangerous goods’ and many of our administrative and operational staff are trained in dangerous goods compliance,” says William Walker, sales director of Walker Logistics. William Walker added: “Setting up a logistics operation in the UK is part of Indigo Nails’ growth strategy.

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3PL Links

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The many types of logistics companies were created with the goal of giving businesses more assurance and peace of mind so that their operations are effective, timely, and affordable. If the response is yes, we advise outsourcing your work to one of the various kinds of logistics operators we will describe below. Value added services.

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Penske Move Ahead

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Penske Logistics executives receiving Supplier Excellence Award from Novelis "Delivering performance and innovation is guided by a deep sense of responsibility at Penske," explained Jeff Jackson, executive vice president of operations for Penske Logistics. Novelis joins technology and strength innovation in the automotive industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Under the contract, DHL will operate the on-site logistics for the manufacture of trains at Bombardier’s factory in Derby, managing £27m of production materials per week. We’re looking forward to working with DHL in fulfilling the target of doubling production at Derby, from 11 train cars per week in 2017 to 22 in 2019.”.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2018

The award judges were looking for the company producing the best supply chain operatives of the future. The apprentices are trained, guided and supported throughout the duration of the programme and beyond. Dachser UK is part of the German head-quartered global logistics provider.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 24, 2019

As soon as employees have been briefed and completed all the requisite training, Dachser will integrate the eActros into its ongoing test operations in Stuttgart. ton FUSO eCanter, the truck will be used in professional driver training. As with the all-electric 7.5-ton

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

It has developed a proprietary system that allows all types of semi-trailers to be transported by train in a fully automated, fast, and cost-effective manner. CargoBeamer is introducing zero carbon freight transport in Europe on a major scale. At the same time, it helps reducing traffic congestion on roads and highways.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Airbus also works with GEFCO’s asset auditing teams to train its operational teams in packaging management and the NETBOX IT system, which tracks the containers and provides delivery updates in real time. Training is also available to Airbus suppliers to support their transition to sustainable packaging.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

From February 2019, DHL will take over responsibility for delivering core customer service and logistics operations including passenger arrival and bag-drop, baggage sortation, boarding gate marshalling, aircraft loading and unloading, as well as management of other service providers across the two airports.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 30, 2019

Our recent acquisition of Phoenix Training underpins this platform by providing an uninterrupted pipeline of staffing through training and development across all our sectors. We intend to grow that capability as a combined group and to continue to invest in people, as well as the bespoke TRG IT system.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 24, 2020

Our team are already providing logistics services to the NHS during this difficult time, and this project allowed us to go a step further and support the NHS in a new and innovative way.”.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2022

The challenges facing global supply chains show no signs of slowing down, with UK businesses left to navigate the complexities of Brexit and the subsequent delays to their operations, alongside the extra administrative burdens. The key to navigating customs clearance is undoubtedly preparation.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

After the successful audit of its operating and management processes, which apply to international transports, logistics and e-commerce of pharmaceutical products, GROUP7 received confirmation that the services it offers its customers from the pharmaceutical industry meet the highest standards.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

“SnapFulfil has delivered in every aspect and aside from these much welcome operational improvements, the transition has been fairly seamless and the support service excellent. Multi-tier functionality is also improving the staging areas for pallet drop off across a host of different operators.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2018

By default, it delivers CEVA Logistics’ global best practices for warehousing, increases operational efficiency and visibility in warehouses as well as facilitating training of staff on the system. Having a standardized solution allows CEVA Logistics to offer customers lower costs in implementing and maintaining the system.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 3, 2019

However, certain challenges became increasingly apparent: the shortage of professional drivers and logistics operatives; potential capacity bottlenecks resulting from pronounced seasonal peaks and a shortage of load capacity; and growing uncertainty about diesel driving bans, Brexit, and the future of international trade relationships.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 30, 2019

GEFCO is establishing a three-shift operation at the site to deliver the operation, including a team of over 100 fully trained staff, which includes setting up IT systems with original equipment manufacturers and ensuring all areas of the site are fully up and running for the projected workload.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 4, 2019

In addition to GEFCO’s unique expertise in packaging management, leading manufacturers can also benefit from a wide range of fully-trained asset auditors for insights on their supply chains and how to optimise them. To further optimise supply chain operations, GEFCO has developed NETBOX, a dedicated IT system for flow tracking.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2022

There were many outstanding entries for the 2021 Awards, which were presented at the Brewery in London, despite a year beset by multiple operational difficulties and uncertainties caused by the pandemic and EU Exit.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Thanks to its web ergonomics and ease of use this new TMS simplifies the work of operational teams ensuring the smooth running of transport plans and shipment tracking. Alerce relied on its Alertran software, which manages production and invoicing operations, as well as on the Senda module for route optimization.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 25, 2019

She has 10 years’ experience in recruiting, training and organization development, including working with a global freight forwarding company. Finally, Lion Luo joins Imperial Logistics’ China team as Senior Operations Manager after 12 years with SITC Logistics Co., Imperial Logistics’ China operations were launched in 2012.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

The client was a leading Greek company with 50 successful years of operation in the field of air conditioning and electrical appliances. The project officially began in January 2016 with the following analysis: Market research, Product Portfolio, Supply Chain Structure, Demand Planning, Forecasting and Finance.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Bajddi has 14 years of experience working in international supply chain operations and strategy. During his time at GEFCO he has managed FVL control towers for key automotive clients’ worldwide flows, as well as being part of project teams charged with preparing operational transitions to new client FVL processes.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The business – over the last nine months – has applied these skills to develop a Brexit roadmap that will support manufacturing and operational locations across the EU with both supply chain management and, particularly, the movement of staff and recruitment. An established pool of UK staff who have Frontier Worker status. •

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2018

The Group reinforced its successful storage and sequencing operations for tier-one automotive suppliers and OEMs in Halewood, UK. GEFCO continued supporting Amazon in several European countries by organising inbound collection from vendors, as well as cross-docking operations, including at GEFCO Dartford in the UK.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Speakers from companies including Bixolon, Panasonic and Datalogic will cover a range of themes that highlight how such technology can help improve operational efficiency. Loading Bay: Efficient Dock Operations. Tuesday’s middle session at 13.00 BST (CEST) covers the topic of IT Hardware: Rugged Mobility for Pick & Track.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Clearly the aim of any fleet manager is to ensure that vehicles are off the road for the shortest period of time possible and, to this end, ongoing maintenance regimes and driver training programmes both play a key role in cutting the amount of time that vans are out-of-action.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 20, 2018

Michael Lütjann, Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Imperial Logistics, says: “Digitalisation is changing the way that we operate our business in a fundamental manner. The services made available at the Supply Chain Labs in Berlin and Cape Town include digitalisation workshops and training courses for consolidating digital skills.

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Automotive Logistics

MAY 15, 2018

It is already the exclusive provider of fourth-party logistics (4PL) services to Opel/Vauxhall and handles procurement and logistics for the division. In November last year, for example, it handled its first dedicated block train of containerised parts between China and France. The division now operates 250 trucks in Europe.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 19, 2018

Consolidation simplifies the customer relationship by having fewer partners (sometimes only one) but having the right partners, who may do everything from procurement and operations to IT and invoicing and payment. Beyond that, it allows for complete operational, tactical and strategic control throughout the supply chain.

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