Fleet Owner
JUNE 17, 2019
From evolving logistics models to changes in maintenance and legislation, it's helpful to take a moment and look at what's going on within our industry and how that affects our customers and the way we do business.
Material Handling and Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
A look at the "Dirty Dozen" companies who do a better job at PR than at protecting their workers and their communities.
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Fleet Owner
JUNE 17, 2019
May retail truck sales continued to post gains both from the month before and compared to 2018, according to figures compiled by Wards Intelligence.
Material Handling and Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
Bill that advances to state Senate codifies state Supreme Court ruling banning most independent contractors.
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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.
Food Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
Specialty logistics requires a unique understanding of customer requirements and changing variables.
Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
After the challenging transportation environment in 2018, it’s clear that shippers and carriers are dependent on each other for success. But while there’s plenty of discussion about what it means to be a “shipper of choice,” what does it mean to be a “carrier of choice?” What capabilities or attributes elevate some carriers above the. The post How to Become a Carrier of the Year appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
NGT News
JUNE 17, 2019
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has awarded more than $6 million through its Clean Transportation Program, also known as the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program. Two recipients received nearly $1.3 million total for outreach, education and collaborative planning grants to accelerate the adoption of clean transportation in the San Joaquin Valley: The […].
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 17, 2019
When it comes to assessing progress toward digital transformation of the procurement function, a lot of companies appear far less advanced than they think they are.
NGT News
JUNE 17, 2019
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in North Carolina has agreed to purchase five 35-foot Proterra Catalyst E2 electric buses and five 125 kW Proterra plug-in charging systems. As one of the busiest airports in the nation, CLT serves approximately 46 million passengers each year. CLT is now the ninth airport to purchase Proterra electric buses […].
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
GlobalTranz
JUNE 17, 2019
One of the biggest concerns shippers have when considering the implementation of a TMS is whether it will provide a significant return on investment (ROI). The answer is simple; a TMS does provide verifiable results that will benefit your operation. These TMS results are substantial and affect every process and activity within your organization, ranging.read More.
NGT News
JUNE 17, 2019
In May, cumulative BMW Group electrified vehicle sales topped the 400,000 mark. Compared to May 2018, overall sales of BMW Group electrified vehicles were up 9.8%. Further, deliveries of the plug-in hybrid BMW 2 Series Active Tourer quadrupled, and sales of the electrified BMW 5 Series increased 40.4%. Sales of the plug-in hybrid MINI Cooper […].
Overdrive Online
JUNE 17, 2019
Owner-operator Mandi Jo Pinheiro, in a team with her husband, William, distinguishes herself yet again with a four-song CD EP and three-song digital version that's out and available as of this past weekend.
NGT News
JUNE 17, 2019
Seven early-stage companies have been selected as winners of the H2 Refuel Accelerator, designed to identify new solutions to increase the adoption of hydrogen infrastructure and supply-chain technologies. The H2 Refuel Accelerator is a collaboration between the Urban Future Lab, Greentown Labs and the Fraunhofer TechBridge Program. It is sponsored by Shell, Toyota, and the […].
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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.
Logistics Management
JUNE 17, 2019
May shipments, at 1,078,514, rose 0.8% annually. On a year-to-date basis, shipments through May, at 4,974,896, are up 2.5% compared to the same period a year ago. The firm added that containerized freight was up 3% in May.
NGT News
JUNE 17, 2019
Blue Bird Corp. has announced that a number of its electric buses have passed a technical evaluation phase by the California Energy Commission (CEC) and, in turn, can be ordered through GFO-18-604, a CEC Clean Transportation Program grant. According to the bus company, school districts in California are eligible for hundreds of thousands of dollars […].
Material Handling and Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
The move shows how the world’s largest retailer, which sells billions of dollars of goods made in China annually, is incorporating the reality of tariffs into its day-to-day operations.
NGT News
JUNE 17, 2019
The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) has issued two requests for proposals (RFPs) under phase one of the state’s Volkswagen Settlement Mitigation plan. Under the Diesel and Bus Program RFP, $24.5 million is available, of which 40% will be allocated for school bus replacements. For the rest, 20% will go toward transit bus […].
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Food Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
CAI is seeing growth in refrigerated cargo transportation both domestically and internationally.
World Food Programme Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
South Sudanese refugee turned professional photographer inspires more refugees in Uganda through the World Food Programme (WFP) Storytellers project Bullen, a slight and softly spoken man, is a powerhouse when he takes his camera in hand and stands before his new students?—?34 young refugees participating in the WFP Storytellers training in Bidibidi settlement, Uganda.
Freightquote
JUNE 17, 2019
Freightquote takes a closer look at some of the most common freight shipping challenges faced today.
Shipchain
JUNE 17, 2019
Before you pick up that cherry tomato or prep the chicken, do you really know what you’re about to eat? How often do you think about the actual processes and activities that go on behind the scenes in food supply chains? Produce is grown. Meats are raised. Dairy foods are processed. Others are prepared in advance and flash-frozen for distribution. When you think about it, there are ample opportunities for contamination. 2017 and 2018 were some of the worst years for food-borne illness outbreak i
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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.
Material Handling and Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
Employers who don’t address evolving hazards face OSHA and other joint liability.
Conger
JUNE 17, 2019
How long should your forklift tires last? The quick answer is - there’s no set time for your tire life. It all depends on how you’re using them and what your work environment is like. So what exactly affects your forklift tire life? First of all, make sure you’re using the right tires for your usage, floor conditions, and forklift. Having the right forklift tires for your application is a huge sticking point when it comes to how long your tires will last.
World Food Programme Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
The statement, delivered on 17 June, highlighted the difficulties WFP is facing in providing humanitarian assistance in the war-torn country WFP Executive Director David Beasley addressing the Security Council. Photo: UN Security Council Briefing on Yemen 17 June 2019 As Delivered?—? Watch the webcast I hope someday I can come here to brief you on some good news … Conflict ending … well-fed and healthy children … Regrettably, today is not that day.
Conger
JUNE 17, 2019
How long should your forklift tires last? The quick answer is - there’s no set time for your tire life. It all depends on how you’re using them and what your work environment is like. So what exactly affects your forklift tire life? First of all, make sure you’re using the right tires for your usage, floor conditions, and forklift. Having the right forklift tires for your application is a huge sticking point when it comes to how long your tires will last.
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
NGT News
JUNE 17, 2019
Natron Energy, a provider of battery products using Prussian Blue chemistry, has been awarded a $3 million grant from the California Energy Commission (CEC) for “Advanced Energy Storage for Electric Vehicle Charging Support.” Natron will use the funds to manufacture and install a high-powered energy storage system at an electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging station at […].
World Food Programme Logistics
JUNE 17, 2019
When disasters strike, ensuring the World Food Programme’s staff can access and distribute life-saving food is key to launching an effective and immediate response. “We are building the hubs around the world on a regional basis so that we can respond quickly, because quick responses mean lives saved and that is an investment in infrastructure that we must not back down on,”?
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 17, 2019
Korean forklift maker Doosan will be showcasing two new tough counterbalance ranges at IMHX 2019 (Hall 19, Stand 19G80) – its B15R-7 three-wheel and B45X-7 four-wheel series of electric forklift trucks. Advanced 3-wheel electric B15R-7 Series. With three new models covering a capacity range from 1.25 – 1.6 tonne, the compact and versatile Doosan B15R-7 Series is particularly well suited to the flexible needs of the small business – and being battery powered, offers the clean handling performance
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