The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

Peter Tirschwell and Joe Lynch discuss the post-pandemic supply chain. Peter is Vice President in the Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain division of S&P Global , a global data, analytics and business intelligence organization serving sectors including maritime, energy, automotive, petrochemical and financial. About Peter Tirschwell. Peter Tirschwell is Vice President in the Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain division of S&P Global ;, a global data, analytics and business intelligence org

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

Kevin O’Meara, Vice President, Integrated Supply Chain at Shaw Industries, posted the following question on Twitter last Friday: “Have the billions of dollars invested in supply chain technology really made a significant difference in the outcomes? We have spent the money and we see unprecedented delays, shortages, and disruptions. [For example], we have no lack.

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Fleet Owner

AUGUST 22, 2022

This week, Aug. 21-27, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will inspect vehicles across the continent. Bendix shares what to expect and how to prepare.

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Shipsta

AUGUST 22, 2022

Vienna, here we go! We're very happy to announce that we'll be exhibiting at the upcoming 10 th Annual Global Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Summit.

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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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Supply Chain and Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

Low water levels in the Rhine River severely impact barge and shipping traffic. The Rhine is one of the most important inland shipping routes in Europe.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

Abandoning your crew is an awful thing to do. Yet around the world there are frequent cases. This year has been one of the worst. The usual motivation is a cash shortage, or bankruptcy.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

AUGUST 22, 2022

At the close of the transaction, Heartland Express will be the eighth largest truckload fleet and third largest irregular route, asset-based truckload carrier in the U.S.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

Here is the latest in a long series of supply chain catastrophes. China’s drought has severely affected hydroelectric power, and in the area of Sichuan province, factories have had mandatory power shutoffs.

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NGT News

AUGUST 22, 2022

Phoenix Motor Inc., a manufacturer of all-electric, medium-duty vehicles, has acquired hydrogen fuel cell manufacturing assets, including an automated, robotic fuel cell assembly line, from Altergy Systems. Phoenix will utilize the manufacturing facility to design and produce hydrogen fuel cells to power forklifts; hybrid buses; vans and trucks; and long-range, heavy-duty trucks.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 22, 2022

Strikes at the U.K.’s largest container ship port could extend beyond the eight days currently planned by unions, threatening more disruption to the country’s supply chains.

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NGT News

AUGUST 22, 2022

Volta Charging, an electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure company, is expanding its presence in Michigan to help build out the state’s broader EV infrastructure, ultimately improving transit options for residents and strengthening the state’s EV ecosystems, says Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II. “We are pleased to deepen our collaboration with Volta, as our partnership plays a […].

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Overdrive Online

AUGUST 22, 2022

International is giving its on-highway LT Series a facelift after 6 years, and it's getting the last combustion engine that parent company Traton Group says it will ever develop.

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NGT News

AUGUST 22, 2022

STEER Holdings Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Facedrive Inc. (STEER), an integrated ESG technology platform, has entered into an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management to lease over 1000 electric vehicles (EV) valued between $80 and $150 million for its EV subscription business, STEER EV. The company intends to both add cars to existing operational […].

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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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Freightquote

AUGUST 22, 2022

Learn about four of the most defining features of freight carriers that can determine which service is best for your products and customers. Contact us today!

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NGT News

AUGUST 22, 2022

GreenPower Motor Co. Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of zero-emission, electric-powered, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, has appointed Leonard Bus Sales Inc. as a dealer for GreenPower’s BEAST Type D and Nano BEAST Type A all-electric school buses for the state of New York. Leonard has five locations and will have an exclusive appointment for the […].

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Fleet Owner

AUGUST 22, 2022

Full-service leasing and outsourcing repairs, contrary to popular belief, can save fleets money and allow them to put all their focus toward hauling freight.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2022

Infor , the industry cloud company, has announced that Mooneh, a third-party logistics storage and distribution provider operating on behalf of leading international pharmaceutical corporates, has deployed Infor WMS (warehouse management system). In addition to establishing an efficient and effective warehouse operation, the solution is set to deliver full traceability of all inventory.

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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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Commercial Carrier Journal

AUGUST 22, 2022

International is giving its on-highway LT Series a facelift after 6 years, and it's getting the last combustion engine that parent company Traton Group says it will ever develop.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2022

As of today, Smart Robotics , a global leader in picking automation as a service for warehouses and logistics processes, is announcing the official launch of their latest cobot – the Smart Fashion Picker. The reliability of the cobot, and its ability to run continuously, ensures quicker return on investment – whilst answering the labour crisis in logistics and bettering the physical and mental health of warehouse employees.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 22, 2022

In our eCommerce fulfillment blog we sometimes highlight industry jargon that’s essential for every entrepreneur. Today, we’re talking about SKUs, also known as Stock Keeping Units. SKUs are vital to inventory management and the success of any business—as pivotal to operations as a binding agent is to a meatball (i.e. without that factor, things will fall apart real fast).

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2022

Visitors to the fast-approaching International Materials Handling Exhibition (IMHX 2022) who travel to the show by car will enjoy free parking at the NEC, Birmingham, throughout the three-day-event thanks to the generosity of the UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA) which has agreed to sponsor parking charges at the exhibition venue. Rob Fisher, IMHX 2022 Event Director, said: “We are delighted that the UKMHA is sponsoring the cost of parking at the NEC.

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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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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

Shipping OEM parts can be time-consuming, expensive, and risky. You will need to find ways to transport your OEM products securely and on time. Find out the difference between OEM and aftermarket parts and the best shipping methods if you opt for OEM parts. What is OEM shipping? OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. OEM parts match those that come with an original product.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2022

There are signs that the pressure caused by the lack of HGV drivers may be starting to ease after the recent publication of data by the Department of Transport, writes Philip van der Wilt (pictured), VP EMEA, at Samsara. Figures just released show there has been a significant jump in the number of HGV driving tests carried out between January and March 2022 compared to pre-pandemic levels.

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PLS Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

Are you looking to ship large items? Read this blog to see the guide to over-dimensional flatbed shipments!

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 22, 2022

The fabricated metals industry operates with a low margin in a highly competitive market and material availability, production schedules and workforce skills must align to meet customer expectations. The consequences of global supply chain disruption, labor shortages, rising costs, regional instabilities and general uncertainty continue to challenge the fabricated metal and manufacturing industry in general.

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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

AUGUST 22, 2022

Regular hand pallet truck maintenance not only helps to extend the performance and life of your trucks, but also protects the wellbeing of your team and, ultimately, the HSE regulations of your company, says Tony Sharpe, Head of Service Development and Hand Pallet Truck After Sales at Toyota Material Handling. Designed to make moving palletised loads easier, safer and faster, manual hand pallet trucks – sometimes referred to as HPTs, pump trucks, pallet jacks or pallet lifters – play a key role

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WorkWave

AUGUST 22, 2022

Time To Read: 11 minutes. The battery-powered weed eaters operate silently without producing harmful emissions to the environment. They are perfect for replacing the gas-emitting weed eaters. However, these battery-powered string trimmers come in different styles, including inferior designs from fake manufacturers, necessitating the need to search for the best in the market.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2022

Frazer Watson, VP-Sales UK/Ireland at AMR designer and manufacturer iFollow , runs through the key questions customers need to ask when considering an Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) solution. Interest in Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) is escalating at a rapid pace. The classic combination of camera and QR-code navigation robots is proliferating in logistics environments across the UK for applications in goods receiving, despatch and order picking.

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