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Analysis: Why the Biden Administration is Not Being Honest About Supply Chain Issues

MTS Logistics

However, when the speech and the underlying fact sheet is studied more closely, it unfortunately contains a range of misconceptions about how the shipping industry works. The post Analysis: Why the Biden Administration is Not Being Honest About Supply Chain Issues appeared first on More Than Shipping.

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Solving The Port Problem with Lauren Beagen

The Logistics of Logistics

Notable appointments include work in the federal government as Attorney-Advisor (International Affairs) in the Office of the General Counsel at the Federal Maritime Commission and work at a public port authority as Maritime Project Manager for the Port of Boston at the Massachusetts Port Authority. Learn More About Solving The Port Problem.

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Building a Resilient Port Strategy with Brian Kempisty & Lauren Beagen

The Logistics of Logistics

Notable appointments include work in the federal government as Attorney-Advisor (International Affairs) in the Office of the General Counsel at the Federal Maritime Commission and work at a public port authority as Maritime Project Manager for the Port of Boston at the Massachusetts Port Authority.

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Diversity: The Catalyst for Innovation and Success in Logistics and Business

MTS Logistics

Considering the many studies and research conducted on this subject, an issue that is very important to discuss is the concept of “diversity” in logistics service providers. A new study shows they also make better investments “, according to an article in the Harvard Business Review (HBR) by Paul Gompers and Silpa Kovvali.

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A Guide to Responsible Sourcing in Automotive, Electronics

Material Handling and Logistics

A new report assesses the importance of 37 materials to these industries and evaluates environmental, social and governance risks. One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter.

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Continental commitment by African Governments to school feeding

World Food Programme Logistics

The Conference, co-sponsored by the AU, the World Food Programme (WFP), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), was attended by over 700 representatives from governments, international agencies and civil society. African youth has the potential and agency to succeed.

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How Changing Climate Conditions Affect Project Cargo Transportation and What to Do About It

MTS Logistics

government even opted to allocate roughly one half of the 2021-2025 National Highway Freight Program projects budget to roadway and bridge preservation. In 2017, a study assessed extreme climate impacts on infrastructure in Europe. In the future, DOT may require additional route surveys and bridge studies for weight distribution.

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