Fri.Feb 21, 2020

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CNG Buses Complement Victoria’s Fleet

NGT News

New Flyer and Grande West Vicinity’s compressed natural gas (CNG) buses are commissioned to operate in the Victoria Regional Transit System. The addition of CNG buses will be gradual throughout the year as buses are delivered. In total, 46 heavy-duty CNG buses and 25 medium-duty CNG buses will be added to the fleet by the […]. The post CNG Buses Complement Victoria’s Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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How to Stop Disruption in the Supply Chain From the Coronavirus

GlobalTranz

With the holidays over and 2020 underway, one of the biggest challenges facing today’s supply chain is the current public health scare and its associated disruption in the supply chain. The coronavirus, now officially named COVID-19 by the World Health Organization (WHO), is a “global-public-health-emergency” that originated in Wuhan, China in late December 2019.

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High, wide and ugly: The Hauling Jobs of the Year from specialized carriers

Overdrive Online

Video, detail: The four oversize/overweight Jobs of the Year from carriers named by the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association last year, with a bit of a window on SC&RA's symposium for oversize/overweight haulers just wrapped in Charlotte, N.C.

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The Past, Present and Future of ERP

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

For many of today’s established organizations, the path to success and the evolution of business management technology are closely interwoven. The advancement and diversification of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software have enabled businesses to integrate new technologies into their supply chain processes to drive forward their performance, leading to a variety of benefits.

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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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Are you ready for some NextGen Supply Chain Technologies?

Logistics Management

This year's conference will focus on digital transformation, supply chain software, robotics and AI, geared for the senior level supply chain manager.

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U.S. rail and intermodal volumes fall for week ending February 15, reports AAR

Logistics Management

Rail carloads—at 227,447—fell 9.1%, and intermodal units—at 251,690—decreased 8%.

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Electriphi’s Partnerships Ease Transition for EV Fleets

NGT News

Electriphi, a provider of software solutions for electric vehicle (EV) fleet and energy management, says it has invested $3.5 million with partner companies to fuel customer growth, scale its services and enter into new markets. Electriphi’s transitional platform offers fleet and energy management solutions that significantly reduce operational costs while accelerating infrastructure and EV deployment. […].

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Overview of the IMO 2020 Sulfur Cap: 2020 Update

MTS Logistics

What is the IMO Sulfur Cap that went into effect on January 1st, 2020? ?Since January 1, 2020, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) implemented a sulfur cap, known as IMO 2020, which set a limit concerning higher sulfur contents in fuel oil consumed by ships. Through the regulation, sulfur content in the fuel has been decreased from 3.5% to 0.5%.

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Plug Power, Lightning Systems Partner on Zero-Emission Delivery Solution

NGT News

Plug Power Inc., a provider of hydrogen engines and fueling solutions enabling e-mobility, say they have entered a partnership with Colorado-based Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emission drivetrains. This collaboration enables both companies to offer the world’s first electric, fuel cell-powered Class 6 trucks (up to 12.5 tons) capable of supporting middle-mile delivery logistics […].

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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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Coronavirus and logistics

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Hi! I want to talk about a recent and popular topic, the Coronavirus and how this had affected the logistics and supply chain of many enterprises around the world, not only China. Wuhan is the capital of Hubei province, it was considered the political, economic, financial and commercial center of Central China, and was a major transportation hub that connected with other major cities.

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Top Four Questions About Russia’s Serialization Laws, Answered

Supply Chain Brain

Pharmaceutical distributors must be ready for Russia’s new serialization legislation, which takes effect on July 1.

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Hyundai Material Handling ‘Paint it Black’ for Oil & Gas Specialist

Logistics Business Magazine

Aberdeen-based Bear Handling Ltd specialises in handling equipment across Scotland. The company also supplies the oil & gas industry and is the Hyundai forklift distributor for the region. Bear Handling has recently secured a deal with a leading oil & gas operations company, WellGear UK, which has recently taken delivery of an 18-tonne load capacity Hyundai 180D-9 diesel forktruck – the first to be delivered into the region.

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Coronavirus infects airlines with potential $29.3 billion loss

247 Customs Broker

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that its initial assessment of the impact of the Novel Coronavirus 2019 outbreak (COVID-19) shows a potential 13%… The post Coronavirus infects airlines with potential $29.3 billion loss appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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German Textile Retailer Ernsting to Expand Online Retail with inconso

Logistics Business Magazine

Logistics software specialist inconso is working on a project to expand online retail for large German textile retailer Ernsting. The project kicked off with the construction and move to the dedicated location for e-commerce logistics in the town of Coesfeld-Lette. The textile retailer processes up to 3.3 million orders via its online shop that went online in 2003; all related logistics processes will continue to be uniformly planned and controlled via SAP in the course of expansion.

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Government immigration policy will put UK supply chain at risk, says RHA

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] The Road Haulage Association has joined calls for the government to provide more details on its ‘points system’ for immigrants and the criteria for… The post Government immigration policy will put UK supply chain at risk, says RHA appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Paperless Waste Management App Aims to Boost Efficiency

Logistics Business Magazine

Mandata has introduced a new paperless waste handling solution which it claims will cut submission times for quarterly returns for waste carriers who have a registered, onsite, waste transfer station. Called Waste Go and integrated with Mandata’s TMS GO management system, it comes in the form of a mobile app for drivers which allows them to capture customer signatures when collecting waste as well as update weights and quantities of what is being carried and capture the signature of the person r

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Government immigration policy will put UK supply chain at risk, says RHA – Logistics Manager Magazine

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] The Road Haulage Association has joined calls for the government to provide more details on its ‘points system’ for immigrants and the criteria for… The post Government immigration policy will put UK supply chain at risk, says RHA – Logistics Manager Magazine appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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How to Conduct Workplace Incident Investigations to Create Safer Workplaces

This white paper provides a comprehensive overview of global workplace incident trends, focusing on the top three biases leading to such incidents. It also highlights the significance of CSA Z1005 as a risk management standard and outlines the ROI of thorough incident investigations, covering emergency response to post-incident interviews. Additionally, it introduces an Investigation Evidence Gathering Matrix.

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Copal Automatic Container Unloader on Show at LogiMAT and SITL

Logistics Business Magazine

Copal Handling Systems has developed a new generation container unloading system. At both the Logimat and SITL exhibitions the Netherlands-based company will show live how its Copal C2 unload loose-loaded cartons fully automatically. The Copal container unloading machine can be used in every logistic centre where standard and high cube containers are unloaded.

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High, wide and ugly: The Hauling Jobs of the Year from specialized carriers

247 Customs Broker

I’ve been out at a conference of the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association in Charlotte, N.C. the last couple of days, hearing stories of super… The post High, wide and ugly: The Hauling Jobs of the Year from specialized carriers appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 15 – 21)

Logistics Viewpoints

As technology continues to make incredible advances, there are also annoyances that are commonplace these days. One annoyance is constant privacy concerns over whether or not our devices are listening to us. My wife and I are constantly amazed by the ads that come up in our Facebook feed after a conversation about a TV show or a location we would like to visit.

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Dachser supplies glass for Big Ben – Logistics Manager Magazine

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] Dachser has delivered hand-blown plate glass for the renovation of Big Ben, produced by Glashütte Lamberts, to the UK. German manufacturer Glashütte Lamberts will… The post Dachser supplies glass for Big Ben – Logistics Manager Magazine appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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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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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 21, 2020)

Talking Logistics

How’s my week been? I’m a little poorer, but no broken bones. I skied down a mountain, I skied through a forest, I skated ovals on icewithout falling down. I made it to Friday, a little poorerbut with no broken bones. I am visiting my daughter in college today. Maybe we’ll roll a ball toward wooden pins,Or. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 21, 2020).

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This Week in Logistics News (February 15 – 21)

247 Customs Broker

As technology continues to make incredible advances, there are also annoyances that are commonplace these days. One annoyance is constant privacy concerns over whether or… The post This Week in Logistics News (February 15 – 21) appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Daimler Trucks’s E-Mobility Group Begins Electric-Truck Charging Initiative

247 Customs Broker

Daimler Trucks & Buses says it has started the eTruck Charging Initiative through its E-Mobility Group, the goal of which is to establish a charging… The post Daimler Trucks’s E-Mobility Group Begins Electric-Truck Charging Initiative appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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LTL Discounts: 6 Ways to Find them with uShip

247 Customs Broker

All Posts LTL discounts are top of mind for just about anyone who ships freight frequently. Keep reading to see six Money makes the world… The post LTL Discounts: 6 Ways to Find them with uShip appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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

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Coronavirus infects airlines with potential $29.3 billion loss – AIR CARGO WEEK

247 Customs Broker

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that its initial assessment of the impact of the Novel Coronavirus 2019 outbreak (COVID-19) shows a potential 13%… The post Coronavirus infects airlines with potential $29.3 billion loss – AIR CARGO WEEK appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Freight Trucking Market 2020 Global Industry Size, Share, Price, Trend and Forecast to 2025

247 Customs Broker

Freight Trucking Market 2020 Global Industry Size, Share, Price, Trend and Forecast to 2025 – EIN News Trusted News Since 1995 A service for global… The post Freight Trucking Market 2020 Global Industry Size, Share, Price, Trend and Forecast to 2025 appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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2020 Freight & Transportation Management Trends

247 Customs Broker

[og_img] Strategic freight and transportation management trends for 2020 envelope technology, process improvement, the application of data, connected systems, and a robust set of dynamic… The post 2020 Freight & Transportation Management Trends appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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