Fri.Sep 28, 2018

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How IoT enables an Intelligent and Connected Supply Chain

Logistics Management

With its ability to drive performance and productivity across the entire supply chain, the Internet of Things (IoT) is fast becoming a major digital disruptor for those within the supply chain industry.

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Dedicated freight funding could be the key to fixing U.S. infrastructure woes

Logistics Management

While much of today’s mainstream news, as it relates to the supply chain, is focused on topical trade-related things like tariffs and the future of NAFTA, one constant that remains intact, although it does not receive the commensurate amount of attention, is the state of our nation’s infrastructure.

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Bale Press Maker Pushes Recycling Profitability Benefits

Logistics Business Magazine

HSM baling presses reduce the volume of valuable materials by up to 95 % and, with unmixed bales, produce a secondary raw material, which is reintegrated into the recycling circuit. THe point of all this:the bales have considerable market value when above a certain weight. HSM V-Press models combine the quality requirements of HSM with high profitability, according to the company.

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9 Ways to Transform Warehouses

Material Handling and Logistics

From multilingual voice-picking and augmented reality to specialized robots, revolutionary technologies are changing picking practices.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Transportation Industry

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Trade wars will mean supply chain pain

DC Velocity

In its attempt to bring China to heel, the administration could do great harm to U.S. importers and their supply chain partners.

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Kion North America forms dealer advisory council

DC Velocity

Eleven members will confer with Kion management to boost sales of Linde and Baoli industrial truck brands.

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A glimpse at trucking's future at 2018 IAA, part 1

Fleet Owner

The IAA Commercial Vehicles show, held every other year in Hanover, Germany, is the world’s largest truck show.

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AAR reports annual volume gains for week ending September 22

Logistics Management

Rail carloads, at 272,615, were up 4.9%, and intermodal containers and trailers, at 294,463, headed up 5.7%.

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Kenworth debuts new W990 model

Fleet Owner

New truck to replace W900, company's longest running vehicle.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Heading to Edge 2018 - CSCMP

10xLogistics

I hope to connect with a lot of colleagues and meet new ones as we head to Nashville for the CSCMP Edge 2018 meeting. For those who are new in the industry, this is the premiere event and the "must go" event for the year. As I reflect on why I try to go every year, I think about the following: Thought Leadership: The people who are setting the trends are here and they are happy to engage with you.

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Commit to exceptional talent

Fleet Owner

Your company’s path to success is “creating” your leaders.

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Capitalism without Capital and Why Amazon Was Able to Get To Scale

10xLogistics

I am currently reading a fantastic book titled Capitalism without Capital: The Rise of The Intangible Economy by Jonathan Haskel and Stian Westlake. The essential message of the book is how the "new" economy allows companies to get to hyperscale size because they are built on intangibles (software and ideas). These are infinitely scalable and have allowed the growth of FAANG (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Google ) to incredible levels.

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Goodyear Tyre Range “Most Efficient to Date”

Logistics Business Magazine

Goodyear claims its new full silica compound tyres can save a 100-vehicle fleet 290,000 euros in fuel costs and help truck manufacturers meet future emission targets. FUELMAX PERFORMANCE – which the company calls its most fuel-efficient tyre range to date – was launched at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018. The new tyres, which are the first Goodyear truck tyres to feature full silica tread compound technology, achieve EU tyre label grade ‘A’ for fuel efficiency and meet full Three Peak M

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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New Liebherr STS Cranes Transported from Ireland to the UK by Hansa Heavy Lift

Logistics Manager

One of the world’s leading Heavy Lift specialists, German-based Hansa Heavy Lift recently transported two fully-assembled ship-to-shore (STS) container gantry cranes for Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd. The cranes were collected at DSG Terminal, Port of Cork, Ireland, before sailing on and discharging them at the Port of Hull, United Kingdom. This was the first time a Liebherr Gantry Crane had been shipped fully assembled via a lift-on and lift-off method on a heavy lift vessel.

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The future of logistics depends on four key elements

247 Customs Broker

Delivered by DHL. DHL, the world’s leading international express services provider, showcased the key trends that could impact the logistics industry in the next five to 10 years, at an event recently held in Sandton, Johannesburg. . Speaking at the event, Denis Niezgoda, DHL Customer Solutions & Innovation said: “We grow into future logistics verticals by partnering with think-tanks and academia, industry giants and startups alike, to incubate ideas and invest in new business models, catal

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DKV Expands Supply Network in Poland by List Price Stations

Logistics Business Magazine

DKV Euro Service has recently expanded its range of services in Poland. DKV customers now have access to a list price network of around 120 stations. The list prices are day-based and can be viewed around the clock in the protected customer area of the DKV COCKPIT. The DKV service station network in Poland amounts to 4,141 stations. “At our list price stations we can offer our customers high-quality fuel at one of the lowest prices in Poland,” says Sven Mehringer, Managing Director F

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Maersk implements dangerous goods stowage guidelines

247 Customs Broker

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Charles Kaufmann Appointed to Lead Logistics Growth for DHL Global Forwarding in North Asia and South Pacific

Airfreight Logistics

The world’s leading international provider of air, sea and road freight services, DHL Global Forwarding recently announced the appointment of Charles Kaufman to the role of CEO, DGF North Asia South Pacific, effective from October 1 st 2018. Mr. Kaufman has over 40-years’ experience in the Logistics sector that will prove key as DHL Global Forwarding develop the new regional cluster.

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California port drivers, warehouse workers intend to strike

247 Customs Broker

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Antonov Airlines AN-225 Flies Emergency Payload to Help Guam Typhoon Victims

Airfreight Logistics

Ukrainian cargo airline and a division of the Antonov aviation company, Antonov Airlines recently flew one of their most critical flights to date. The emergency mission was carrying vital supplies for the typhoon-hit island of Guam, USA. The efficiency and flexibility of Antonov Airlines were key into getting this critical shipment to Guam, just hours after the typhoon had torn through the island.

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Executive Moves: JAXPORT and Duluth Seaway

247 Customs Broker

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.

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TSC Auto ID Unveils Printer Innovation at ScanPack 2018

Logistics Business Magazine

TSC Auto ID is to present its first colour series printer at ScanPack 2018 in Gothenburg, Sweden. The CPX4 is among other highlights at the Nordic region’s most important international platform serving the packaging community, including TSC’s new industrial thermal barcode printer series, the MB240 and its versatile, robust print mechanism PEX-1000.

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Venezuela’s Surname Is Diaspora | Inter Press Service

247 Customs Broker

Development & Aid , Economy & Trade , Editors’ Choice , Featured , Financial Crisis , Headlines , Human Rights , Humanitarian Emergencies , Latin America & the Caribbean , Migration & Refugees , Regional Categories , South-South , Special Report. Fernando García, a 60-year-old Venezuelan who heads a family that is moving en bloc to Peru from a town near Caracas, after deciding “to start over as a family” after a lifetime of work.

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Samskip Makes Changes to North Sea and Baltic Reefer Services

Logistics Business Magazine

Samskip is restructuring the multi-purpose cargo and reefer services connecting North Sea and Baltic ports to Norway operated by subsidiary Nor Lines, in a move which it says adds capacity, frequency and new port options to the logistics mix. The overhaul, effective from October 1st, 2018, will “meet rising demand for reefer and project cargo services southbound and increase capacity for conventional and project cargoes northbound along the Norwegian coast and beyond to Murmansk”, it

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FMC plans demurrage and detention report field interviews

247 Customs Broker

Related Articles. FMC reviews 11 OTI license applications. Individuals knowing of a reason why an applicant should not receive a license should contact the Office of Transportation Intermediaries. FMC launches ‘phase two’ of demurrage, detention report. Commissioners prefer a commercial solution rather than a rulemaking to bring clarity for how and when these fees are assessed by ocean carriers and marine terminals.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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[Video] Forming a Partnership with Your Software-as-a-Service Provider

Talking Logistics

Josh Hunt, Development Manager at BluJay Solutions, discusses the following questions and more: in this timely and informative episode: Are you hearing companies today talking more about finding the right software partner , instead of vendor? Relative to the traditional in-house deployment model, how is the software-as-a-service model better aligned with this growing focus on partnership?

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Virginia expands capacity with four inbound truck gates

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What Is an Omnichannel Warehouse?

GlobalTranz

An omnichannel warehouse is different from a traditional warehouse in that it handles incoming orders from online, brick-and-mortar, and all other possible channels. Let’s take a closer look at omnichannel warehouses, why they’re necessary, and how they impact warehouse management and operations. The Problem: Single E-Commerce Warehouses Cannot Handle All Orders Part of the reason warehouses continue operating as traditional, single-channel warehouses, lies in the lackluster use of warehouse