Freightera

MARCH 22, 2024

Get The Service You Need at The Level You Deserve and With a Sustainable Road Forward The logistics and freight industry faced a significant shakeup in 2023 with the closure of Convoy’s trucking software company. The post The Perfect Alternative for Former Convoy Trucking Company Users appeared first on Freightera Blog.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

There are a number of factors that determine the tension of the transportation market—from available truck drivers, to winter weather having a ripple effect, to consumer demand increasing, and the global pandemic shifting priorities. Historically, seasonal events bring demand. was still down ~3% on trucking jobs from February 2020.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The original intent may have been for shippers to secure capacity at agreed-upon rates and for carriers to ensure they have enough volumes to keep their trucks loaded and moving. The frequency of RFP events is only one area that can be improved as shippers look for a better way to manage freight procurement processes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Cooper then uses box trucks that make runs to the hospital all throughout the day. Buying organizations use this technology to monitor and analyze supplier risk events in real-time. I don’t need to know about Tier 2 events for my market suppliers. Of course it would! I have 1000s of them. Dr. Runkle averred.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2023

It will be using the ProMAT event in March to kickstart celebrations to mark the company’s 25th anniversary. Amongst the many and varied exhibits that are always a feature of Combilift’s trade fair appearances, the 75,000th truck to roll off the production lines will also be on show.

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United World Transporation

MAY 13, 2021

Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic started, truck drivers have become more distract ed. With the shutdown of bars and other late-night events, there are fewer drunk drivers out. No matter what the road conditions are like, every truck driver has the responsibility to keep themselves and others safe. Empty Roads.

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Women in Trucking

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

On Monday, August 5, 2019, the National Transportation Institute (NTI) served as the host to a group of Girl Scouts for an education event called Trucks ARE for Girls! This was the first time we organized an event like this, and we were thrilled with the way everything worked out.

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Women in Trucking

APRIL 23, 2019

However, we are often asked by members how they can become MORE proactive in supporting Women In Trucking (WIT) and our mission. You can find Women In Trucking on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. in the trucking industry. Companies can support the event and meet drivers by participating as a sponsor.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

This event takes a lot of planning and preparation to effectively come together, including behind-the-scenes logistics. Super Bowl Venue Preparation Everything necessary to put the Super Bowl together needs to be transported to the selected stadium including grass, sports gear, halftime show equipment, and, of course, food and beverage.

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Conger

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This article explains everything you need to know about reach trucks vs. forklifts. In it, you'll learn: How reach trucks and forklifts are related. What applications reach trucks and other forklifts are best for. How to drive a reach truck. What Is a Reach Truck? Types of Reach Trucks. Double reach trucks.

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WorkWave

AUGUST 31, 2021

For example, a majority of veterans possess skills that would be perfect for a career in truck driving. Truck driving is a career that isn’t for everyone, but is a perfect match for veterans who are seeking excellent benefits, a flexible work schedule, and job security. Military Veteran Skills Valued by the Trucking Industry.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 21, 2020

Weather events can put a drastic slow down on your operations and unfortunately, it’s practically impossible to predict exactly when these events will happen. Sure, there are seasonal weather events like snow and hurricanes, which gives us a reasonable timeframe in which to expect these types of events.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Money raised from this event goes back to community organizations and events that focus on local necessities, youth leadership development, and health and wellness in Sussex and Kent County, Delaware, and Dorchester and Caroline County, Maryland. It is at the core of our culture and a passion for our team to serve this community.”

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Money raised from this event goes back to community organizations and events that focus on local necessities, youth leadership development, and health and wellness in Sussex and Kent County, Delaware, and Dorchester and Caroline County, Maryland. It is at the core of our culture and a passion for our team to serve this community.”

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 3, 2020

The Forklift Operator of the Year award, delivered in partnership with UniCarriers, will be filmed and made available to watch via You Tube and social media to ensure those across the sector still have the opportunity to support their friends, family and colleagues and be part of the event. It’s great that we can still do so virtually.”.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 6, 2021

The inaugural Innovation and Technology in Transport ( ITT Hub ) event made its debut on 30th June-1st July. We were thrilled to welcome thousands of visitors, exhibitors and speakers to the event to explore the future of transport and tackle the challenges we face together as an industry.

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ShipLilly

APRIL 5, 2019

The trucking industry took a pit stop with the electronic logging devices but has returned to the main course. We are 25% through the year but the trucking situation looks like this year and next will consist of contract rates increasing. Future of Truck Utilization. Recent History of Contract Rates.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 9, 2015

Since the collapse of the housing market and the economy in 2008, the freight transportation industry has managed to claw its way out of a damaging situation and maintain historically low trucking rates. What’s Driving the Trucking Rates Increase? Reshoring Initiative. billion manufacturer TriMas Corp. told the conference.

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CH Robinson Logistics

OCTOBER 28, 2021

We also listen to our carrier reps, who tell us how our work with these carriers makes the lives of our shippers and truck drivers easier too. Of course, our criteria list doesn’t cover everything about these carriers. What the award means to Millwood Trucking. “We Millwood Trucking, Inc. J&R Schugel Trucking, Inc.,

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 17, 2023

When Davies Turner looked to replace the forklift truck fleet at its Dartford regional distribution centre, the selection criteria went beyond securing the best possible equipment… the company was looking for commitment. The trucks are required to work 24 hours a day, 5 days a week as well as at weekends.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 11, 2021

Check your inventory, make sure all the facilities are set up for the increased sales season, and of course ensure safety for your employees and customers. Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. Expand relationships with suppliers & carriers.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JUNE 30, 2023

Tender acceptance can range from 98% to just 75% over the course of a freight cycle, causing disruptions to supply chains that result in charge-backs, stockouts and lost sales. Midsize and large trucking carriers even do this for fuel, often buying diesel at a price based on wholesale or rack prices that move with the market.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Shipping industry stakeholders have faced many of these events, and they have changed the shipping industry irrevocably, for good. One event after another pushed the overall supply chain to its limits. Getting cargo out of the origin country is one thing, but utilizing truck power after the discharge at U.S. importers.

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Logistics Manager

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

It’s time for the courage and long-range vision to imagine what this Port will look like in the years ahead and set a course in that direction. On tap for 2020 will be additional demonstration projects, including a new large-scale zero-emission drayage truck project testing a fleet of 50-100 zero-emission trucks.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2021

According to WSJ , “carriers typically use two-driver teams for such shipments to keep trucks moving and ensure valuable cargo isn’t left unattended.” Of course, this also increases costs by needing to pay a two-driver team for every shipment. has signed up for will require about 632 trucks in 2021. Monitoring Temperature.

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CH Robinson Logistics

DECEMBER 17, 2020

But, before I share what the outlook for 2021 looks like, I want to say thank you to the ocean and air carriers, port and airport operators, truck drivers, customs agents, and the many other logistics professionals who work hard to bring a little normal to our doorsteps and grocery store shelves. Global demand for coronavirus vaccines.

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Penske Move Ahead

JANUARY 30, 2018

For many drivers – including Penske ’s cross-country movers and professional truck drivers – the early morning sky on Wednesday will offer a rare visual treat: a “supermoon” lunar eclipse, turning the moon crimson as it passes through the earth’s shadow. Visit the Penske Truck Rental website for more information. By Bernie Mixon.

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GoShip Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Now is the best time to start shopping around for competitive freight rates, expand your freight carrier network, and secure truck capacity. Recent events in the global economy have shown companies that they need to be more flexible and resilient. Build relationships with suppliers & carriers.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

The North American trucking industry is extremely fragmented, as over 90 percent of all fleets own six trucks or fewer. The opacity in operations impacts stakeholders across the trucking value chain. The opacity in operations impacts stakeholders across the trucking value chain.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 20, 2022

Of course for many retailers the golden quarter isn’t a single event. Specialist traders may have their own peak events – a random selection from December alone offers English Breakfast Day (2 December), Small Business Saturday (3 December) and Christmas Jumper Day (9 December).

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 7, 2022

In politics, it can of course be necessary at times to portray events as relatively simple in order to reach a wider audience. Finally, a shortage of trucks and chassis, which is clearly a domestically-created problem not driven primarily by “foreign” carriers. All in all, the U.S.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 14, 2019

The official date for this year’s Cruise is Saturday, August 17 th , but events begin as early as Thursday, August 15 th and go until Sunday, August 18 th. The Woodward Dream Cruise is the largest one-day classic car event in the world. The Woodward Dream Cruise is back and it’s celebrating 25 years!

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Conger

JANUARY 11, 2022

Sit-down forklifts are those where the operator is seated and facing forward when driving the truck. As opposed to other types of lift trucks , counterbalance forklifts feature a large weight placed at the lift truck's rear to balance the load it carries at the front. capacity, these trucks come in 4-wheel designs.

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Conger

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Why can’t you just hop on a lift truck and be on your way? In the event of an accident, OSHA will go through a company’s training records to verify that its operators have received proper training. But no matter what option you choose, each will cover the same core topics, like: How to safely refuel a forklift truck.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 17, 2018

IMHX 2019 – the long running exhibition for the UK logistics industry – says it is on course to deliver a huge array of intralogistics and supply chain solutions under one roof next year. The event takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, on 24th-27th September 2019.

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

Supply chains will survive COVID-19, of course, but not without interim pain and structural change. Trucking delays are rife, and by some accounts, demand for short-haul deliveries has increased 30%. But with a black-swan event, it just magnifies the risk.”. Sign up for virtual event updates here. ].

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

During a normal Olympics, millions of spectators flock to venues to watch over 300 events unfold over the course of two-plus weeks. Earlier this week, a resurgent coronavirus forced Japan to declare a state of emergency in the capital that will run throughout the event. The pandemic boosted certain areas of the economy.

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