Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

November will be seen in the British International Freight Association’s (BIFA) history as an auspicious month with the first meeting of its new Sustainable Logistics Policy Group, managed by Mike Jones, policy advisor for sustainability and environment.

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Amidst all of these stories of shortages and bottlenecks, we thought it would be helpful to explain the basics of shipping ocean freight. In this article, we will explain the shipping process, identify the different types of cargo, and show the benefits of ocean freight shipping. What is Ocean Freight? Benefits of Ocean Freight.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Managed Logistics Meets Five Challenges for Complex Supply Chain Operations Show Submenu Resources. In searching for a provider, here are five tactical challenges that any MLP must meet. Improvement of the payments process starts with a freight audit by the MLP. freight industry. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Thomas Kuehn has joined independent freight forwarder Unsworth, as managing director of its UK business, with current managing director, Richard Hogg becoming chief executive officer of the Unsworth group , and Charles Hogg leading the company’s client solutions team as commercial director.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 5, 2019

Conqueror’s 8th Annual Meeting concluded successfully with over 120 attending members. At the meeting CQR members were given a personal demonstration of the ‘FreightViewer’ – a new Freight Rate Management Software created to provide instant online door to door quotations 24/7.

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Stord

APRIL 2, 2020

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 13, 2023

Both Sally and Ian will continue to report to Robin Woodbridge, Head of Capital Deployment & Leasing UK, who will also maintain direct responsibility for the London team whilst remaining strongly embedded in all activity at Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal (DIRFT); the business’ largest UK asset.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 13, 2023

Eurotunnel is launching FIRST, a distinctive new service to better meet the needs of freight customers who are looking for additional time savings and dedicated support on their channel crossings. This new offer will reinforce the attractiveness of Le Shuttle Freight and generate additional demand.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 4, 2023

No matter what you’re selling in your online store, you have to ship your merchandise in bulk to a fulfillment center (what we call inbound freight shipping), and you also have to deliver orders to your end customers (what we call outbound small-parcel shipping). What is freight? Which freight shipping method is best?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2024

Suzi Perry hosted a crowd of over 550 at the British International Freight Association’s 2023 Freight Service Awards, which took place at the Brewery in London. Mackenzie Ltd, Hemisphere Freight Services Ltd, and World Cargo Logistics Ltd.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

There are five major technologies included in the study: warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), distributed order management (DOM), inventory optimization/store replenishment, and demand planning. TMS encompasses solutions for moving freight in all modes.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 15, 2023

Pledge’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), David de Picciotto, has today announced that the climate-tech company, specialising in technology for freight forwarders, is launching an open-access freight emissions calculator. The freight emissions calculator is openly available to use on Pledge’s website here.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2017

Thus, warehouse and distribution center management will face added pressures to do more this year with the same, if not fewer, resources. To improve warehouse and distribution center management in your company, instill these five tips in the minds of your team members and company contacts. Use Technology to Work Smarter, Not Harder.

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ShipLilly

AUGUST 24, 2021

The complexity of shipping schedules means that there is an increasing number of businesses that are reliant on the freight forwarding sector. It is beneficial to use freight forwarders in certain circumstances. For a new or small business, it can be a daunting task to take on a freight forwarder for the first time.

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Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

While the demand for craft beer grows, the logistics behind its distribution is increasingly complex. Having effective logistics planning and processes is crucial for craft brewers to meet their growing demand and provide great service to their stakeholders. beer market. This can include handling their logistics.

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Dedola Global Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2022

Air freight forwarding emerges as a key player in this scenario, offering speed and reliability that can significantly impact business operations. However, it’s important to choose the right service provider, as not all freight forwarders are created equal.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2023

The road freight logistics industry is on the brink of a revolution, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, writes Luis Moreira-Matias, senior AI Director of sennder. Resources: Embracing Automation in a Digital Era Digitalization is the norm across various industries, and road freight logistics is no exception.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 19, 2021

in 2020 and will hit EUR557 billion by 2025, Simon Wong, CEO of the U-Freight Group , says his company is ready to meet the ever-increasing challenges of providing logistics services to this rapidly expanding sector of global trade. Commenting on a recent report that suggests the global e-commerce logistics market grew by 27.3%

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Kanban Logistics

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Truck capacity is tight due to COVID-19 and other factors, making it an especially challenging year to meet your retailer requirements. Fortunately, third-party logistics (3PL) companies that offer cross dock freight solutions can help you keep your product moving throughout peak season and beyond. This is where cross docking comes in.

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Turvo

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

During the holiday shopping season, sky-high ocean freight rates are major contributors that will strain the industry and shoppers alike. Other intermittent bottlenecks such as port shutdowns and freight policy changes will add to the shipping industry’s woes. The Rippling Effect of the Covid-19 Pandemic and Other Shipping Challenges.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2016

Modern distribution technology has significantly changed how suppliers get their products to end-users, and consumers are driving changes in how Distributors use technology to better their business processes. New Distribution Channels Are Forming Online and in Traditional, Brick-and-Mortar Stores. The workforce is aging.

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Stord

OCTOBER 18, 2023

For growing brands, delivery consolidation fulfillment allows them to adopt new B2B partners without taking on excess outbound freight costs for unused truck space while meeting individual retailers’ shipping requirements.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2021

FedEx Express has announced its transition to a direct-serve presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to meet the country’s growing international shipping demands. The post FedEx grows to meet Saudi Arabia demand appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. The company will invest more than SAR1.5bn (c.US$400m/€345m)

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 15, 2023

On March 1st the EU customs safety and security system, ICS2, was launched for the air freight industry. “Air freight forwarders should use this period to ensure that they can provide the airlines with the additional data required,” advises DAKOSY authorized officer Dirk Gladiator. The latter is called Multiple Filing.

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Logistics Manager

MAY 24, 2020

The U-Freight Group is seeking to increase its presence in cross-border logistics between Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore and has confirmed the appointment of Ong Boon Seong (B.S. Ong) as a director of U-Freight Logistics Sdn Bhd to spearhead the expansion program. U-Freight Logistics says that B.S. Ong Teng Huat (T.H.

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Freight Center

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Winter freight shipping always tests the strength of the logistics industry and e-commerce. Between unpredictable winter storms and the holiday push, supply chains everywhere face challenges to meet deadlines and satisfy customer demands. It’s not uncommon for companies to have distribution centers across of a variety of locations.

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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 25, 2024

As e-commerce growth carries on, it’s created a growing need for companies to expand their inventory and improve their ability to distribute their products. Having more than one distribution center can be a huge benefit to a company’s ability to stay successful these days. Department of Commerce. Download our FREE guide!

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247 Customs Broker

JANUARY 22, 2019

Leicester- based haulier Mitchell Storage & Distribution has joined the Palletforce family to enable further growth, helping to boost the network’s East Midlands coverage. . Mitchell Storage & Distribution has been a member of Fortec since November 2008. Panic Transport joins Palletforce. Compliance to U.S. Maria Highland.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 3, 2017

But it’s not without the essential involvement from its partners like Evans Distribution Systems, and more specifically, team members like Helen Bellmore and Terry Howell. 9 years ago, Stanislaus began its search for supply chain partner in the Detroit area to provide flexible warehousing and distribution services.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 9, 2022

Everysens has become a new member of Rail Freight Group (RFG), the representative body for rail freight in the UK. Members include rail freight operators, logistics companies, ports, equipment suppliers, property developers and support services, as well as retailers, construction companies and other customers.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

In order to keep transportation and distribution costs down while keeping inventory levels at just the right point to meet customer service needs, Kimberly-Clark launches its home-grown “EARL” (Early Tendering and Leveling) system, with impressive results.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2023

for freight rates. Fuel surcharge increase for FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, and FedEx Freight shipments. No Shipment Tendered surcharge for FedEx Freight shipments. International Out-of-Delivery-Area surcharges and International Out-of-Pickup-Area surcharges for International Express Freight and Parcel Services.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 1, 2020

UK freight specialist Meachers Global Logistics has acquired a new warehouse to accommodate a 20 per cent increase in demand for storage since the COVID-19 pandemic took effect. We currently have 25 acres available for immediate use and are working actively to unlock more to meet demand.”.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Increased demand on your distribution centers from improved e-commerce sales, changing seasons, or other shopping patterns can limit your throughput. Small improvements can have significant impacts on your distribution center. Staff members are the center of increasing throughput in your distribution center.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2022

North American Transborder Freight up 23.8% The more cautious outlook is driven by wage and inflationary pressures, as well as increased freight costs. Walmart and Symbotic announced an agreement to implement Symbotic’s robotics and software automation platform in all 42 of Walmart’s regional distribution centers over the coming years.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The road freight transportation market emerged from the pandemic with strength, but things have not been “business as usual” ever since. Road freight rates on the rise. High diesel prices have created a more costly environment for carriers operating in the European road freight sector.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

According to Logistics Management, more parcel carriers are moving heavier parcel shipments to less-than-truckload freight in e-commerce because they’re overwhelmed. This creates a wonderful opportunity for shippers to eliminate the middleman costs by considering the use of less-than-truckload freight options for e-commerce.

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