Fri.Mar 03, 2023

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Three Trends to Expect for Greener Shipping in 2023 and Beyond

MTS Logistics

Shipping executives and industry leaders alike already know the importance of reducing emissions in the shipping industry and the need for green initiatives, as they look to protect the environment and meet customer demand for cleaner shipping. In the next few years, the landscape of the shipping industry is set to change drastically with further environmentally-friendly developments.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 25 – March 4)

Logistics Viewpoints

Women’s History Month is an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. It is celebrated during March in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, corresponding with International Women’s Day on March 8, and during October in Canada, corresponding with the celebration of Persons Day on October 18.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 3, 2023)

Talking Logistics

I woke up this morning to a sound I hadn’t heard in a long time: chirping birds. Spring must be around the corner, even though we’re supposed to get some snow tonight. Then again, the weather forecasters were terribly wrong last week, when they predicted inches of snow and all we got was a dusting, Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 3, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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U.S. rail carload and intermodal volumes see annual February declines, reports AAR

Logistics Management

Rail carloads—at 905,744—were down 1.6%, or 15,101 units—compared to February 2021. Intermodal containers and trailers—at 943,979—were off 8.4%, or 86,351 units, annually.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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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Toyoda Gosei Releases High-Pressure Hydrogen Tank for Fuel-Cell Trucks

NGT News

Toyoda Gosei Co. Ltd. has introduced a large high-pressure hydrogen tank designed for light-duty fuel cell electric trucks, such as the vehicles that are being brought to market by Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corp. (CJPT), backed by Toyota Motor Corp., Isuzu Motors Ltd. and others. Toyoda Gosei says these large tanks can be filled with […] The post Toyoda Gosei Releases High-Pressure Hydrogen Tank for Fuel-Cell Trucks appeared first on NGT News.

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Hear the AM/FM CB radio difference

Overdrive Online

Cobra's Mark Karnes here tells the story of the petition that the company put to the FCC to allow the use of FM rather than just standard AM in CB Radios. With new dual-mode radios out now, Overdrive Radio samples differences in sound quality, clarity.

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February services sector activity shows continued growth, reports ISM

Logistics Management

The Services PMI—at 55.1 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth)—was essentially even with January’s reading with a 0.1% decline, growing, at a slower rate, for the second consecutive month. January was 6.0% above December’s 49.2, which was down 6.9% compared to November’s 55.5. ISM added that the overall economy also grew, at a slower rate, in February, for the second consecutive month.

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WMS: Size Doesn’t Matter

Logistics Business Magazine

If an SME is struggling with its warehouse operations and WMS, Big Box Group may have just the right answer, as Peter MacLeod discovers. Unlike many other systems integrators operating in the logistics space, the Big Box Group says its expertise lies in optimising the operations of SMEs, rather than the household-name high street and ecommerce retailers.

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Preliminary February Class 8 truck net orders see gains

Logistics Management

FTR reported that February preliminary net orders—at 22,800—saw a 13% increase, from January to February, and a 10% annual gain, heading up for the first time in five months. ACT reported that preliminary February Class 8 net orders—at 26,300 units—rose 13% annually and were up 27% compared to January.

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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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Adapt Your Data Exchange Strategy to the New Normal

Supply Chain Brain

Join us in this upcoming webinar with Joanna Dobrzyńska, Business Solution Manager at Comarch, where you’ll learn about different approaches towards data exchange, find out the best time to think about EDI migration, and discover the main benefits of choosing a modern EDI solution.

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Thank you, Sophia!

Envase Technologies

Our partners at Alpha Intellect are attending this year’s Envase Envisions conference as a premium sponsor. Their tech? SOPHIA! Learn more about the powerful AI tool here. Have you ever planned your day in seconds? Imagine this: you wake up one day and have the power to plan your entire day in seconds. No more coffee-fueled all-nighters or playing Tetris with your drivers’ schedules.

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In Pursuit of Happiness, meet AVP Finance and Legal Ragitha Visai

Loginext

In Pursuit of Happiness, meet AVP Finance and Legal Ragitha Visai on #WeAreLogiNext This article is a part of the #WeAreLogiNext series of articles where we focus on people’s journeys that power the company. Not a biography, this is the disclaimer that we started our discussion with. Starting right from her family naming her […] The post In Pursuit of Happiness, meet AVP Finance and Legal Ragitha Visai appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Digital Freight Startup Transfix Gets New CEO

Supply Chain Brain

Transfix, like many freight brokers, has struggled over the past year as freight volumes and rates have fallen alongside waning demand.

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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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Alaska Service Announcement: Matson Kodiak 232N

Odyssey Logistics

Dear Valued Customers, Please review the latest alert from Maston: Please be advised that extreme weather conditions prevented Matson Kodiak 232N from making its scheduled Kodiak call on Thursday, March 2. Attempts were made to dock in Kodiak for over 12 hours, but extremely high winds and gusts over 70 mph prevented the call from. Continue Reading The post Alaska Service Announcement: Matson Kodiak 232N appeared first on Odyssey Logistics & Technology.

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Digital Freight Forwarding with Gary Nemmers & Martyn Verhaegen

The Logistics of Logistics

Gary Nemmers , Martyn Verhaegen and Joe Lynch discuss digital freight forwarding – and the importance of a modern, data-driven logistics software platform to optimize every step of the freight forwarding process. Gary (CEO) and Martyn (CTO) are executive leadership at Magaya , the logistics software made for the modern freight forwarder. About Gary Nemmers A charismatic and visionary leader, Gary Nemmers brings his decades of industry experience in high-growth software to the Chief Executive O

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Partnering with A 3PL for Value-Added Services

3PL Insights

Over the years, third-party logistics service providers (3PLs) have been utilized by companies to handle warehousing, transportation, and logistics services. Nowadays, 3PLs have evolved into strategic partners that offer not only traditional services but also value-added services to their customers. Due to the constantly changing consumer demands, a ripple effect is experienced throughout the supply chain, resulting in a greater demand for more robust value-added services from 3PLs.

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New Tech Our Carriers Use to Reduce LTL Freight Emissions

Freightera

Proven and Attainable Ways Our Carriers Use to Reduce Emissions While Shipping Less Than Truckload Freight The world is facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to the environment, and reducing emissions from the transportation of goods is a crucial part of the solution. This is one of the main reasons why Freightera exists. We handpick the carriers we work with to make sure that only the best options are available for our clients.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,