Wed.Feb 22, 2023

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Rock Stars of the Supply Chain: Data Provides Transparency Along the Supply Chain

Food Logistics

Ken Johnson, CEO of Leonard’s Express and one of the winners of Food Logistics’ 2023 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award, explains the importance of transparency along the supply chain and how data helps.

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5 Things Your Carrier Wants with Brian Gibala

The Logistics of Logistics

Brian Gibala and Joe Lynch discuss 5 things your carrier wants. Brian serves as Vice President of Sales at LTI Trucking Services , an asset-based truckload carrier and 3PL specializing in temperature-controlled contract service. About Brian Gibala Brian Gibala is the VP of Sales at LTI Trucking Services, an asset-based truckload carrier and 3PL specializing in temperature-controlled contract service.

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Preparing for Supply Chain Cyberattack (Insights from Indago)

Talking Logistics

In January 2022, the Luxembourg Times reported that “European Union governments will launch…a large-scale simulation of cyberattacks against multiple member states. Participants will be confronted with attacks on their supply chains and some spillover socio-economic effects in other member states, before having to coordinate public communications and a diplomatic response.” Inspired by that story, we.

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Cybersecurity becomes bigger element in preventing cargo theft

Commercial Carrier Journal

Cargo theft is on the rise, and cyberattacks as a tactic are becoming more prevalent. Industry experts offer insights on how carriers can protect their data.

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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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Unstable Times Require Stable Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Brain

There’s never been a better time to learn how to identify supply chain risks, gain the agility needed to deal with various supply chain scenarios, and act quickly when an issue arises.

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Watch: Gearing Up for the Warehouse of the Future

Supply Chain Brain

The best approach to introducing robots to the warehouse is to truly understand your workflow needs, says Brian Gaunt, senior director of accelerated digitalization at DHL Supply Chain.

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Utility Planning Facility Dedicated to Supporting Fleet Electrification

NGT News

Duke Energy says it is building a “performance center” that will model and accelerate the development, testing and deployment of zero-emission light-, medium- and heavy-duty commercial electric vehicle fleets. The site, which will be located at Duke Energy’s Mount Holly Technology and Innovation Center in North Carolina, will provide a commercial-grade charging experience for fleet […] The post Utility Planning Facility Dedicated to Supporting Fleet Electrification appeared first on

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How to Identify and Overcome Supply Chain Risk in 2023

Supply Chain Brain

Lacking foresight into what 2023 will bring, businesses nevertheless have the power to identify risks in the supply chain and prepare for the coming year.

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Beyond6 to Construct Natural Gas Refueling Station for Detmar Logistics

NGT News

Beyond6 says it is building a renewable compressed natural gas facility for Detmar Logistics LLC, a Midland, Texas-based last-mile materials company focused on lower-carbon-intensity transportation. When complete in the third quarter, the station will deliver renewable natural gas to Detmar’s new CNG-powered fleet of 60 trucks on the east side of Midland, just off I-20. […] The post Beyond6 to Construct Natural Gas Refueling Station for Detmar Logistics appeared first on NGT News.

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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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U.S. Could Default on Debt as Early as Summer, New Estimate Says

Supply Chain Brain

The United States faces a default sometime this summer or early fall if Congress does not raise or suspend the debt ceiling, a Washington think tank warned on February 22nd.

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Natural Gas Vehicle Industry Stakeholders to Lobby Congress in April

NGT News

NGVAmerica is hosting the 2023 Spring Fly-In Advocacy Days event on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 18-19 in Washington, D.C., in an effort to throw support behind natural gas vehicle and refueling priorities. Beginning Tuesday midday and concluding Wednesday evening, participants will be meeting with and hearing from members of Congress, their staffs and officials from […] The post Natural Gas Vehicle Industry Stakeholders to Lobby Congress in April appeared first on NGT News.

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FMCSA denies another HOS exemption, as split-sleeper flexibility sought | I-75 closure this weekend

Overdrive Online

Another driver is seeking an exemption -- this time to allow a 5/5 sleeper-berth split. Also: Carrier's H-2B application to hire 10 foreign drivers denied; DAT notes 'unusual activity,' needed password reset; I-75 closure in MI; latest Highway Angel.

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Nikola will make autonomous PlusDriver available in 2024

Commercial Carrier Journal

Plus' autonomous driving suite finds a global partner and should hit the U.S. market as factory-fit standard equipment next year.

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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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Uniqlo’s Quest to Conquer the U.S., One Cashmere Sweater at a Time

Supply Chain Brain

The apparel maker, known for its affordable cashmere sweaters and solid basics, wants to go big in one of the world’s toughest consumer markets.

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Operational Port Impacts of the 2023 Earthquake in Turkey

MTS Logistics

A devastating earthquake hit Southern Turkey and Syria on Monday February 6th, 2023. In the 11 provinces (Adiyaman, Gaziantep, Kilis, Hatay, Malatya, Diyarbakir, Adana, Osmaniye, Kahramanmaras, Sanliurfa, and Elazig) which were affected by the earthquake, about 9.1 million people were impacted. According to the latest official information declared by AFAD (Disaster and Emergency Management Of Turkey) 40,642 people were killed and more than 108,000 were injured due to the earthquakes, while over

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How Companies Are Using Data to Optimize Manufacturing Operations

Supply Chain Brain

Digitization efforts across manufacturing have created new opportunities with digital twins, predictive maintenance and cloud systems. And while these technologies are changing the industry, we have an opportunity to do more.

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Locus Robotics Premiere Vector at LogiMAT

Logistics Business Magazine

Locus Robotics is presenting a European premiere at LogiMAT 2023. In Stuttgart, visitors will have the opportunity to experience the Locus Vector in action for the first time at Locus stand 6A71 in hall 6. Locus Vector, the autonomous mobile robot (AMR) has a payload of up to 272 kg, can move autonomously in any direction (omnidirectional) and is therefore particularly suitable for picking items with higher weights and those that require special handling.

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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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Airlines Turn Market Darlings as Covid Forces Financial Clean Up

Supply Chain Brain

Unloved during the pandemic with their business paralyzed almost overnight, airlines that cut back to survive the crisis are now blowing through profit forecasts and luring back investors.

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Mosca Showcases TechCenter at LogiMAT

Logistics Business Magazine

The main focus of Mosca’s appearance at this year’s LogiMAT from 25 to 27 April is on digitalisation and innovative service solutions. Stand 4D21 in Hall 4 is where the company will be using a tilt testing tool to offer insight into its newly opened TechCenter, in which customers can put their transport security systems to the test. Trade show visitors can also see live demonstrations of the new SoniXs TR-Connect, Mosca’s strapping machine designed for Industry 4.0. “Mosc

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Watch: Investing in a Resilient Supply Chain: Where to Place Your Bets

Supply Chain Brain

Don't hold back on supply chain investments in a time of economic uncertainty, says Heather Carroll, chief revenue officer of Covariant. Every period of turmoil is followed by one of creativity and innovation.

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Oceaneering Wins AMR Contract

Logistics Business Magazine

Oceaneering International, Inc. (NYSE:OII) announces that its Oceaneering Mobile Robotics (OMR) business has been awarded contracts by a leading international manufacturer for the delivery of 85 MaxMover CB D 2000 autonomous counterbalance forklifts to three of their manufacturing facilities. The forklift systems are scheduled for staggered delivery between early 2023 and early 2024.

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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,

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Strategic Supplier Management – The Balance Between Breadth and Depth

Supply Chain Brain

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed how little organizations knew about their supply chains. Building strong resilient supply chains will require a conscious development of collaborative supplier relationships to actively drive transformation.

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IBS Software Acquires AFLS

Logistics Business Magazine

IBS Software, a leading SaaS solutions provider to the travel industry globally, has announced the completion of a transaction to acquire Accenture Freight and Logistics Software (AFLS). AFLS provides technology platforms to help airline and ocean transportation companies manage their freight operations and grow through digital transformation and innovation.

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Alaska Service Announcement: SB Voyage 23022 Delayed Tacoma Arrival

Odyssey Logistics

Dear Valued Customers, Please review the latest alert from TOTE: As we continue to get back on schedule safely, Midnight Sun SB Voyage 23026 is scheduled to arrive in Tacoma early Thursday morning, February 23. NB Voyage 23029 is expected to depart for Anchorage on Thursday. Please see our adjusted gate hours below. Tacoma Terminal. Continue Reading The post Alaska Service Announcement: SB Voyage 23022 Delayed Tacoma Arrival appeared first on Odyssey Logistics & Technology.

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New Direct Load Location in Austria

Logistics Business Magazine

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics opened its first Austrian Direct Load branch in Kufstein this February. The globally active logistics service provider has already had a successful presence in the Austrian market for 15 years with five branches and a focus on air and sea freight products. In the future, full and partial truckloads will also be dispatched from Kufstein throughout Europe and Austria.

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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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Last Mile Delivery, Visibility, and Vehicle Capacity

Logistics Viewpoints

One of the most difficult and expensive aspects of the supply chain is last mile delivery. However, from a customer experience standpoint, it is also the most memorable and possibly important. Last mile delivery has become an increasingly hot topic, as companies look at ways to optimize final mile deliveries. There are a variety of ways that companies can manage their transportation spend.

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Unparalleled Selection of Products at Show

Logistics Business Magazine

LogiMAT 2023 trade show will see a vast collection of products and services from more than 1,500 exhibitors from around the world, supplemented by a diverse program focused on key trends and solutions in intralogistics, offering international industry professionals a complete overview of the latest systems for efficient, future-proof warehousing processes and flexibility in challenging times.

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84 CLARK Forklift Models: The Complete List [With Images!]

Conger

Looking for a list of all CLARK forklift models? Then you’re in the right place. Because we’ve put together the complete list - over 80 CLARK forklift models (including old models)! Besides the actual models, you’ll also learn key information about each, like: Lifting capacities Fuel types Applications Key features, advantages, and benefits Let’s dive in!