Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
The Brexit clock is ticking down to zero. Is your business ready? Descartes experts explain what you need to know and how to prepare, regardless of any UK/EU trade deal. In theory, 2020 should have been the year of ‘Brexit Preparation’, allowing time for businesses that trade with the EU to familiarise themselves with the new customs requirements and plan. accordingly.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Sometime in the future — I don’t know how far, maybe 10 years, 20 years, 30 years from now — there will be something great in the world, something that will bring great benefits to humanity, and we’ll look back and say, “If it wasn’t for the COVID-19 pandemic and everything the world went through. Read more From Heartbreak To This. The post From Heartbreak To This appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Unusual and unpredictable freight patterns, rebuilding supply chains with new inventory, an influx of owner-operators into the market and the worsening driver shortage for company fleets are causing trucking experts to expect a “very strong” market for industry profitability in 2021. That’s the word from prominent industry analysts and top trucking executives who are bracing for a post-COVID surge in the new year.
MercuryGate
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
There was a time when the capacity crunch dominated the headlines in 2018. Then, in […]. The post Truckload Freight Procurement: 5 Ways to Build Meaningful Density in Your Carrier Network appeared first on MercuryGate International.
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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.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Grande West Transportation Group Inc., a manufacturer of mid-sized multi-purpose transit vehicles, says the Vicinity Lightning electric vehicle (EV) is now for sale in Canada and the U.S. The Vicinity Lightning was designed from the ground up to be a cost-effective, user-friendly vehicle. The design will allow it to fit into any standard transit garage […].
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Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Rail carloads—at 233,478—decreased 7.2% annually, and intermodal units—at 301,129 units—headed up 11.5% annually.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
The International Air Transport Association has recently launched the Aviation Carbon Exchange (ACE), a new tool to help airlines meet their climate commitments. ACE is the first centralized, real-time marketplace that is integrated with the IATA Clearing House for the settlement of funds on trades in carbon offsets.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
The ATA’s advanced Seasonally Adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index for October—at 106.8 (2015=100)—slipped 6.3%, following a 5.7% September gain (revised down from an original reading of a 6.7% gain), to 114.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
This approach to security will protect data inside and outside an organization’s central systems, both on the move and at rest.
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
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Edward Hutchison, Managing Director of BITO Storage Systems, explains how using pallet racking for small parts storage turns this ubiquitous storage product into a flexible order picking solution. “While constant innovation generates a stream of new intralogistics solutions, ‘classic’ pallet racking remains the most commonly used storage system.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Swissterminal AG, a Switzerland-based integrated logistics provider, and DP World have announced the introduction of a regular barge service from Basel-Kleinhüningen and Basel-Birsfelden to various deepsea terminals at the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
The Danish manufacturer of material handling equipment, Logitrans A/S , has released a new quarter pallet lifter (pictured above) called the DLQ200. It had a a capacity of 200 kg. Due to the one long fork, it is possible for you to handle two quarter pallets at the same time. This can increase efficiency and productivity. Another feature is that the double quarter pallet lifter also helps the user reach the second quarter pallet at the far end of the EUR pallet.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Home furnishings provider Julian Charles has awarded Expect Distribution a five-year warehousing contract. The partnership began in August 2020 and sees Expect Distribution take over… The post Expect Distribution wins five-year warehousing contract with Julian Charles appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
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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.
World Food Programme Logistics
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
As the UN kicks off its 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based violence, Ardhana Srivastava, from WFP’s India office, spells out the link between GBV and food insecurity Lockdown pals: WFP staff member Shruti enjoyed spending time with her daughter Aanya at home On 25 November each year, the World Food Programme supports the UN’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence , part of the UNiTE by 2030 to End Violence against Women campaign.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Geek+ , a global AMR leader, is pleased to announce that Catch.com.au, one of Australia’s leading online retailers, will adopt more than 100 robots through its global integrating partner Körber , bringing new opportunities for the e-commerce marketplace in Australia and New Zealand. In the past year, Catch.com.au has seen its already rapidly growing business expand with thousands of additional SKUs being added to its already extensive range of brands and products.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Clipper Logistics is tipped to be taking the largest immediately available warehouse in the country to service its ever expanding contract with the NHS. The… The post New warehouse deal brings Clipper Logistics PPE space to 1.5 million sq ft appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Agility , a global logistics provider, announced solar projects in Dubai and Jordan that will eventually cut the company’s carbon footprint in the region by 5%. At Agility’s regional headquarters in Dubai, the solar photovoltaic (PV) plant involves installation of 17,500 panels at three sites with the capacity to generate nearly 8 mega-watts of power at peak.
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247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
A 250,000 sq ft plus industrial and logistics scheme could be on the cards for a plot of land outside Brighton in the near future.… The post 250,000 sq ft plus logistics scheme for Brighton on cards appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Microlise has joined manufacturers’ organisation MAKE UK, becoming a member alongside the UK’s leading manufacturers and innovators. With significant expertise in the area of connected technology and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Microlise looks forward to collaborating with and supporting members, particularly as the supply chain landscape and trading environment beyond Brexit presents a unique set of challenges that digitisation can do much to overcome.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Real estate investor and developer Firethorn Trust has bought a 42.5 acre multi-modal site in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, from Peel Ports. The site can provide… The post Firethorn Trust buys 42.5 acre development site from Peel Ports appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
FreightWaves SONAR
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
For those who are seeking how to be a successful freight broker, they should first look at how they can make themselves stand out. Differentiation for freight brokers is often difficult to achieve. And then there are the different freight broker business models. In addition, the logistics and transportation industry is very competitive with few barriers to entry.
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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.
247 Customs Broker
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
25th November 2020 The Danish manufacturer of material handling equipment, Logitrans A/S, has released a new quarter pallet lifter (pictured above) called the DLQ200. It… The post New quarter pallet lifter released – Logistics Business® appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Expect to see some major changes in the United States’ relations with its trading partners in 2021, especially China.
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