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Seko Logistics expands into Mexico

DC Velocity

Company to operate in six cities during first phase; will add 14 locations in second phase.

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Challenges Facing Procurement Leaders

Material Handling and Logistics

From limited visibility beyond their tier-one suppliers to teams that don't have the capabilities to deliver on the strategy, procurement officers have their work cut out for them. A clear vision is a necessity to manage a global supply chain, yet 65% of chief procurement officers report having limited visibility beyond their tier-one suppliers, according to a new survey from Deloitte.

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How to Improve Freight Labeling for Transport and Logistics Management

GlobalTranz

Lost labels and mislabelled freight result in delays, loss of customer confidence and damage to your business reputation. The knock on effect of one lost or incorrect label is extremely costly. To combat the problem here’s a way to improve freight labeling for transport and logistics management. Lost labels and mislabelled freight are irritating. Incorrect or missing labels are a source of frustration for packers, handlers, freight forwarders, customs officers, haulers and those receiving the go

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WTS: New service links body manufacturers and dealers

Fleet Owner

The new Platform as a Service (PaaS) suite by Work Truck Solutions for body manufacturers and distributors includes a vehicle locator, inventory movement alerts, and detailed inventory reporting.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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Port Tracker report shows solid volumes but concerns over tariffs are looming

Logistics Management

When assessing the current and future state of United States-bound retailer container shipments, there is a short-term outlook and a long-term outlook, based on the findings and takeaways of the Port Tracker report issued by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.

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This Week in Logistics News (March 3 – 9)

Logistics Viewpoints

Three years ago, Hamilton, the critically acclaimed rap musical about founding father Alexander Hamilton was in its first run Off-Broadway. After a couple of extensions, the show moved to Broadway, and has recently begun touring the US. In case you’ve been living under a rock and haven’t heard of it, the play was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda after reading Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow, a biography of Alexander Hamilton.

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Tint World partners with Modagrafics

Fleet Owner

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, an auto customization and window tinting franchise, has partnered with Modagrafics, a fleet and OEM branding solutions company, to roll out a new nationwide solution for custom vehicle graphics.

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SEKO Logistics announces massive expansion plan into Mexico

Logistics Management

Chicago-based third-party logistics (3PL) services provider SEKO Logistics said this week it is undergoing a “massive expansion” in Mexico, which it called the most significant stage of its global expansion strategy to date.

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ATRI seeks data to assess impacts of e-commerce

Fleet Owner

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) issued a data call for its Impacts of E-Commerce on the Trucking Industry report.

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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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Change at the top for national LTL powerhouse ODFL: Congdon retiring, Gantt to take over as CEO

Logistics Management

Effective May 16, Greg C. Gantt is succeeding David S. Congdon, who has served as Chief Executive Officer since January 2008 and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors since May 2015. Gantt, who will also retain his current title of president, originally joined ODFL as a Regional Vice President in 1994 and has assumed ever-increasing roles and responsibilities over the past 24 years.

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Exxon Mobil: Still two more years before FA-4 oil widely adopted

Fleet Owner

Getting FA-4 approved for APUs, reefer units just one of the challenges.

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AAR reports mixed volumes for February

Logistics Management

Rail carloads, at 1,028,141, were down 0.3%, or 2,753 carloads, compared to February 2017. Intermodal containers and trailers saw a 3.3%, or 68,217 unit gain, to 2,132,142 in February.

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Love’s Travel Stops opens Denton location

Fleet Owner

Love’s said it is continuing to invest in Texas with the opening of its new location along I-35.

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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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Kuehne + Nagel Accelerate Digital Transformation with New Innovation Centers

Logistics Manager

The Kuehne + Nagel Group has recently launched two new innovation centers in Europe and Asia to accelerate the adoption and development of new advanced technology in solutions for the supply chain sector. The new innovation centers are in Utrecht, Netherlands, and Singapore. The Utrecht facility will align focus on innovative picking technologies and major automation.

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How to Answer a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Survey to Help Minimize the Chance of an Audit

Mazars Ledger

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have, with more frequency, been sending surveys to Customhouse Brokers that contains approximately 75… The post How to Answer a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Survey to Help Minimize the Chance of an Audit appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Hapag-Lloyd and CargoSphere Launch Digital Rate Distribution

Logistics Manager

Cloud-based rate management platform, CargoSphere recently announced they now have a direct data stream of tariffs and ocean rates for global trade lanes from the world’s 5 th largest container shipping line, Hapag-Lloyd. Hapag-Lloyd is the first ocean carrier to provide their customers full and automatic access to their current rates for contracts through the use of the Electronic Smart Upload and Diagnostics Solution (eSUDS) provided by the CargoSphere platform.

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Retooling Retail in a Climate of Disruption

Mazars Ledger

The world is awash in disintegration—systems that have been in place for decades have lost cohesion—and they are causing major… The post Retooling Retail in a Climate of Disruption appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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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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What is Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF)?

Dedola Global Logistics

What is Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF)? Definition. The Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) is a fee imposed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for most U.S. imports. The MPF is charged at 0.3456% of the value of the merchandise being imported. There is a minimum fee of $25 and a maximum of $485 for formal entries. The MPF for informal entries is charged at a fixed fee and ranges from $2.00, $6.00 or $9.00 per shipment.

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Everything You Need to Know About GDPR!

Mazars Ledger

The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) addresses the protection of individuals with regard to the collecting and processing… The post Everything You Need to Know About GDPR! appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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What is Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF)?

Dedola Global Logistics

What is Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF)? Definition. The Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) is a fee imposed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for U.S. imports shipped via ocean freight. It is charged at 0.125% of the value of the commercial cargo shipped through identified ports. The HMF is deposited into the Harbor Maintenance trust fund, which may be used by Congress to pay for harbor maintenance, development projects and other related expenses.

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NJFPA Annual Conference

Mazars Ledger

CONFERENCES | Food and Beverage | Manufacturing & Distribution March 9, 2018 | Princeton, NJ Learn more about this event. Mike Coletti ?… The post NJFPA Annual Conference appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Ending Slavery in Supply Chains, Part 1: The Work of Humanity United

Supply Chain Brain

Humanity United is among the leading organizations fighting to bring an end to trafficking and slavery around the globe. It was formed 10 years ago as part of a larger philanthropic effort by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar. On this episode, we speak with Humanity United managing director Ed Marcum, who describes the organization’s mission and current work.

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Mazars USA Opens Los Angeles California Office with the Addition of Partners Karine Philippon and Jessica Cluzeau

Mazars Ledger

New York, NY – March 9, 2018 – Mazars USA LLP, a leading accounting, tax, advisory and business consulting… The post Mazars USA Opens Los Angeles California Office with the Addition of Partners Karine Philippon and Jessica Cluzeau appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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“K” Line Opens New Ocean Breeze Seafarers Training Center in the Philippines

Logistics Manager

“K” Line has recently announced the completion of a new building named OCEAN BREEZE at their K Line Maritime Academy in Pasay City, Philippines. This new building has been built to further strengthen and expand the company’s seafarer’s training program. The official opening on March 2 nd was attended by several distinguished Philippine and Japanese dignitaries including maritime officials from overseas. “K” Line began a program to develop their seafarers in the Philippine

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New Lease Standards Impact on Renewable Energy

Mazars Ledger

WEBCAST | Energy & Utilities | Manufacturing & Distribution March 7, 2018 Ron Lagnado | Partner, Mazars USA LLP Kellie… The post New Lease Standards Impact on Renewable Energy appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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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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Qatar Airways Announces Aggressive Expansion at ITB Berlin

Airfreight Logistics

Qatar Airways recently announced at ITB Berlin their plans for 2018-2019 which includes the addition of 16 new destinations. The announcement was made on the opening day of the fair by His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, Group Chief Executive for the Qatar Airways Group. It was revealed the airline would increase their number of worldwide destinations as part of their expansion.

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APM Terminals unveils investment plan to become port services integrator

The LoadStar

The direction of APM Terminals’ move into hinterland container logistics services became clearer this week, after it announced plans to invest in warehouse facilities to serve shippers and freight forwarders. The company has a vision of becoming a port services integrator and, on the sidelines of this week’s TPM conference in Long Beach, chief operating officer Henrik Lundgaard Pedersen said the next phase of its investment programme would be focused on.

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UPS Announces New Roles for Jim Barber and Nando Cesarone

Airfreight Logistics

David Abney, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the multinational delivery company UPS recently announced two new appointments within the company. Jim Barber will become the Chief Operating Officer and will be responsible their worldwide freight forwarding, supply chain, small package, and general freight units along with their engineering sector.