DC Velocity

JULY 23, 2018

That's right. A mid-July haul from Spokane, Wash. to Key West, Fla. fetched that princely sum. That doesn't include a fuel surcharge equal to 22 percent of the rate.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 23, 2018

Theoretically, a vehicle that has covered more miles has more wear and tear, but a truck that’s been driven less can easily be in worse shape than one that’s been driven more.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 23, 2018

The request indicates more struggles for Tesla in its quest to reverse losses. Tesla Inc. asked some suppliers to return a portion of its payments to them in an attempt by the electric-car maker to turn a profit, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing a memo sent to a supplier last week. The company, whose eroding cash position has alarmed investors, requested a “meaningful” amount of payments made since 2016 to be returned, according to the letter.

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DC Velocity

JULY 23, 2018

Container traffic up 8.4 percent from FY 2017.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 23, 2018

There’s a lot of talk these days about the digital supply chain, including what it means and why it’s important. Two questions that always seem to come up in these discussions are “What’s the value of digitization?” and “What’s the business case for it?” I explored these and other related questions with Gary Barraco, Director of Global Product Marketing at Amber Road , in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 23, 2018

The 40-gallon fuel tank has a small footprint, maximizing bed space, and a compact height for fitting under many popular tonneau covers, according to Transfer Flow.

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Logistics Management

JULY 23, 2018

The most recent edition of the Cass Freight Index Report from Cass Information Systems continued to point to a very strong freight economy, with both freight shipments and expenditures finished the first half of 2018 in strong fashion.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 23, 2018

The 40-gallon fuel tank has a small footprint, maximizing bed space, and a compact height for fitting under many popular tonneau covers, according to Transfer Flow.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 23, 2018

JLG Industries has introduced the Fork-mounted Extendable Truss for lifting and placing objects around the job site.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

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Fleet Owner

JULY 23, 2018

App now includes information on temperature ranges and other reefer-specific needs to match carriers with shippers.

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Logistics Management

JULY 23, 2018

CargoSmart Limited recently announced its initiative to develop a blockchain solution for shipment documentation to improve complex supply chain processes.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 23, 2018

Reporting requirement was opposed by employers and attorneys.

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Logistics Management

JULY 23, 2018

XPO manages more than 6,000 pallets of life-sustaining supplies at two New York City facilities that are responsible for emergency distribution, adding that this program is the largest of its kind on a municipal level in the United States.

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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.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 23, 2018

Trailer orders have now totaled 335,000 units for the past 12 months.

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Logistics Management

JULY 23, 2018

There is a lot to like about the current strength of the freight transportation and logistics economy.

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Logistics Manager

JULY 23, 2018

San Jose-based CargoSmart Limited , a provider of solutions that help shippers, consignees, logistics service providers, and NVOCCs manage their shipments throughout the supply chain has recently announced a new initiative to develop a blockchain solution for shipment documentation that will aim to improve the often complex supply chain processes. Current shipping document handling processes are very complicated and still include outdated paper processes that involve numerous stakeholders across

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Airfreight Logistics

JULY 23, 2018

Russian-based air freight carrier Volga-Dnepr Group (VDG) and their British-based all-cargo carrier partner CargoLogicAir (CLA), have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Liege Airport for a Strategic Cooperation. The Belgian airport is one of the fastest developing airports in Europe and aims to bolster their foothold in the European market with the enhancement of freight capacity through the development of a regional hub.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 23, 2018

Aberdeen based oil and gas specialist Bear Handling has recently been appointed as a Hyundai forklift distributor for the region. One of Bear Handling’s largest customers is RAM Tubulars, who is a provider of multi-recycling services to the oil, gas and construction industries. RAM has recently taken delivery of its very first Hyundai forklift from Bear Handling – the mighty 130D-9 model, which is a 13,000kg load capacity diesel machine.

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Automotive Logistics

JULY 23, 2018

Carmakers with assembly plants in Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus are now unable to export finished vehicles duty free within the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU), because the localisation rate has increased. Previously, almost all Russian carmakers, as well as those foreign carmakers with plants in the region, were registered on the EEU’s database of duty-free exporters because they met the 30% localisation requirement.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 23, 2018

Following the acquisition of UK Mail by Deutsche Post DHL Group in December 2016, the company will begin rebranding to DHL Parcel UK. The rebrand is part of the company’s growth plans as it will benefit from the recognition of being part of a market leader in global logistics. As well as adopting the brand, the company will fully align with DHL’s values and corporate responsibility commitments.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 23, 2018

Blockchain explores more and more industries every day. Due to a popularity of Bitcoin , this technology has already demonstrated countless opportunities for the financial area. Entrepreneurs from many other industries are trying to use the blockchain technology in other areas, and the window of opportunities looks impressive. The main advantage of blockchain is its transparency and ability to optimize ecosystems of digital information.

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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.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 23, 2018

Europe/Asia transport specialist EGT Express is to launch transport operations, including consolidation services and less-than-truckload shipping from its hub in Vilnius to several cities in the Leningrad Region. By providing a direct line with its base right in Lithuania EGT Express says it will shorten transit times by up to 3 days and improve service.

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Fleet Owner

JULY 23, 2018

ATA representative joins President Trump during signing of Pledge to America’s Workers executive order.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 23, 2018

DKV Euro Service has recently extended its acceptance network in Italy and Switzerland. DKV customers can now pay for their fuel using the DKV CARD at over 200 additional Eni brand stations in Italy. This extends the Italian acceptance network to 7,407 fuel stations. DKV has recently added 175 fuel stations operated by TamOil to the acceptance network in Switzerland.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 23, 2018

“The acquisition method for materials handling equipment can be a big decision for any business. Customers often focus on the build quality and features of products, whereas here at Yale® we would encourage them to also look at the wider picture. The tailored support of the Yale dealer can be invaluable in ensuring that the whole package is right for their particular application and situation, including how the vehicle or fleet is financed,” says Tim Cady, Yale Financial Services Director.

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