Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 10, 2022

New role prioritizes capacity in an unpredictable marketplace to gain competitive advantage. Reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer Bobby Harris, Ford will focus on identifying, pursuing, and building truckload carrier relationships, as well as overall capacity strategy. Robinson, Coyote Logistics and Reliance Partners.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 1, 2023

Read more The post Leveraging Technology to Source Capacity Faster and Build Stronger Carrier Relationships appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. As we move forward in 2023 and beyond, how will technology help facilitate and improve.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

It’s no secret that capacity gets tighter and freight rates higher for all shippers during produce season. Yet, produce shippers that make use of these suggested tips have a better chance of finding capacity and keeping their costs manageable. Fighting tight capacity and high freight rates? Shipping temperature-sensitive items?

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Logistics Management

DECEMBER 4, 2020

An article in The Wall Street Journal this week explained that freight transportation and logistics bellwether UPS “imposed shipping restrictions” a few large retailers like Gap Inc., LL Bean, Nike, and a few others should not come as a total surprise. That is as plain as day.

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Food Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Through the new Cooperative solution, 3PLs can gain real-time insight into terminating capacity and capacity that was previously hidden, cover more loads cost efficiently and automate processes.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Port of Prince Rupert, one of Canada’s largest and most important strategic ports, has started constructing a capacity-increase project. The port, located in British Columbia, seeks to increase capacity and promote export logistics on a wider scale. Capacity for loaded export containers will also increase.

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Loginext

MARCH 1, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of logistics, every business strives for efficiency, seeking to optimize its fleet capacity while minimizing costs. The post How can delivery routing software help your business maximize fleet capacity? This is where delivery routing software steps in as a powerful ally.

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Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

As shippers either figuratively or literally flipped the calendar page over to 2022, the hope was that at least some of the capacity crunches, driver shortages, labor issues and freight rate increases that took hold in 2021 would begin to heal themselves and create a more balanced transportation marketplace. Unfortunately, this didn’t happen.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

On Tuesday November 14th the international transport and logistics provider cargo-partner officially launched the construction of the third warehouse hall at its iLogistics Centre in Dunajská Streda. The expansion will almost double the storage capacity from the current 27,600 to 50,000 pallet spaces.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

For logistics leaders, continued supply chain volatility has increased the use of shorter-term contracts and reliance on the spot market to access freight capacity. Read more Checklist for Creating a Capacity Capture Plan. According to FTR Transportation Intelligence, contract truckload rates are 10% higher year-over-year.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Simply put, the surging growth of e-commerce, driven in large part by the pandemic, has created a capacity crunch in the market. Read more When Parcel Demand Exceeds Capacity: What Should Shippers Do? The post When Parcel Demand Exceeds Capacity: What Should Shippers Do? How should shippers respond?

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Remember 2018, when transportation spend went through the roof due to capacity constraints? Read more Taking a Targeted Approach to Contract Capacity Procurement. The post Taking a Targeted Approach to Contract Capacity Procurement appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Now, That's Logistics

MARCH 23, 2021

In its recent Outlook 2021 , JOC describes how this persistent labor shortage—particularly for warehousing and distribution—combined with social distancing requirements is slowing supply chain and logistics activities. Ocean and Air Trends. Addressing the Challenges.

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Food Logistics

AUGUST 12, 2022

retailers, supplies and logistics providers can work together to reduce unnecessary pressure placed on the supply chain. Right now, there is no easy solution for meeting increased demand, especially given the concurrent labor and reefer shortages.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Carrier capacity tops the list of parcel shippers’ challenges. E-commerce order volume keeps climbing, straining carrier capacity with shippers sending more parcels outbound and receiving more returns inbound. Carrier capacity management strategies ease the crunch. Widening our view of carrier capacity management.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 29, 2022

OTVI allows logistics leaders to monitor outbound volumes in the markets they operate in. Shifts in freight volumes tend to cause changes in capacity, applying upward or downward pressure to carrier rates. The post Outbound volume data provides capacity blueprint for logistics teams appeared first on SONAR.

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In this article, we’ll take a look at North Carolina warehousing capacity and tell you why a more rural location may be right for your business. North Carolina Warehousing Capacity in the Metro Areas. Rural North Carolina offers greater warehousing capacity. Partner with a 3PL provider for North Carolina warehousing capacity.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 15, 2022

Proper transportation management and data leverage overcome the capacity constraints brought on by the pandemic, says Jason Lockard, senior vice president of BlueGrace Logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Descartes Systems Group, a leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that U.K.-based Using the solution to improving picking efficiency and accuracy, AYBL has doubled its fulfilment capacity with existing staff and can seamlessly scale to fulfil over 70,000 orders a day during peak season. “To

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Trinity Logistics

JULY 22, 2021

It’s not a secret that capacity remains tight and freight rates stay high. Yet, produce shippers that take the time to think about the situation and what they can do to push through will have a better chance at finding capacity and keeping costs manageable. The challenges with finding capacity during produce season aren’t new.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 18, 2021

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. Read more [Editor’s Pick] Class 8 Truck Orders in 2021: Past Trends and Future Capacity Outlook.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 21, 2023

Oceaneering Mobile Robotics designs, manufactures, implements, and maintains innovative turnkey logistic solutions based on autonomous mobile robot technology. For over 30 years, OMR has been a trusted partner for the automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics industries. These robots can be operated in mixed fleets.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2021

From trade imbalance and increased customer demands to cost pressures and tight cross-border capacity — there are no signs of improvement in the near future. & Mexico Capacity Challenges. & Mexico Capacity Challenges appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Turvo

JULY 15, 2021

In the logistics and shipping industry, capacity refers to the amount of space secured on trucks and other vehicles to carry shipment loads. This generally gets referred to as trucking capacity, and it remains one of the most critical aspects of dealing with supply chain disruptions.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 14, 2023

Fortna, a leading automation and software company for the full logistics value chain, has partnered with Elten, manufacturer of safety and occupational footwear, to consolidate and upgrade its central warehouse in Uedem, Germany. The post Elten Expands German Warehouse Capacity appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Parade

MARCH 22, 2022

Capacity Management for Freight Agencies? This feature shines a light on Parade’s capacity management for freight agents. Here’s Why Many Capacity Management Tools Don’t Serve Freight Agencies Not too long ago, capacity management simply didn’t work for freight agencies that provide logistics solutions to their agents.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

There is a great imbalance between freight demand and capacity across all modes. Read more [Video] Using Pool Distribution for Additional LTL Capacity. The post [Video] Using Pool Distribution for Additional LTL Capacity appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 18, 2023

The intralogistics solution storage systems specialist will boost the competitiveness of the new centre in Bradford, West Yorkshire of one of the leading logistics operators. In addition, 3,000 picking levels have been integrated in the racking that have generated a storage capacity of 28,000 cartons.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The AZA Group, which has been strengthening the logistics strategy of its subsidiary AZA Logistics, has opened an ambitious logistics warehouse in Sagunto (Valencia) with a capacity for 45,000 pallets thanks to AR Racking ’s industrial storage solutions. The industrial racking installed is 19m high.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 7, 2024

Are you ready to add Lane Scores to the toolbelt for your most important logistics talent? The post Distilling inherent capacity conditions with Lane Scores appeared first on SONAR. A score of 90 tells you that you can be aggressive, confident that you’ll be able to cover more easily than most other lanes.

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Food Logistics

AUGUST 6, 2021

Rock Magnan, president at RK Logistics Group, says that if you build capacity in a specific market, like last mile, then you will find demand for it.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 17, 2021

FreightWaves NOW hosts Kaylee Nix and Michael Vincent talk to Mark Ford, Chief Operating Officer at BlueGrace Logistics about why having a capacity strategy is important. Mark discusses the importance of Truckload Capacity Strategies and how it is even possible in this market climate. ” Watch the video here | FreightWaves.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 14, 2021

Remember 2018, when transportation spend went through the roof due to capacity constraints? Read more [Video] Taking A Targeted Approach To Contract Capacity Procurement. The post [Video] Taking A Targeted Approach To Contract Capacity Procurement appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 16, 2021

FreightWaves NOW Hosts Kaylee Nix and Michael Vincent talk with Adam Blankenship, CCO at BlueGrace Logistics about the state of the LTL marketplace and how the embargo will impact shippers. The post LTL Capacity and Embargoes appeared first on BlueGrace Logistics. Click the image below to view.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Unlike the battles for gold at the Summer Olympics, the competition for reliable and secure freight capacity, as well as winning carrier loyalty, continues unabated. Read more How a True Digital Experience Helps Brokers Win the Capacity Battle and Build Carrier Loyalty. How can technology help build carrier loyalty? Those are the main.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Consumer buying behavior has tightened capacity in all modes of transportation. How multi-modal logistics providers can set your customers up for scale. How multi-modal logistics providers can set your customers up for scale. Consumer behavior has historically set the beat for logistics management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. House of Representatives vote to pass an act that would increase transparency in ocean shipping capacity and prices, sending the legislation to the U.S. The post This Week in Logistics News (March 23 – 29) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Senate for further consideration.

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