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2024 EU Shipping Regulations: Key Changes and Compliance Strategies for Logistics Professionals

Dedola Global Logistics

In 2024, the European Union will introduce several significant changes to its shipping regulations, impacting companies importing and exporting goods to the EU. This comprehensive overview highlights the new requirements that logistics and supply chain professionals need to know to ensure their operations remain compliant and efficient. Implementing the Import Control System 2 (ICS2): Starting March 1, 2024, the EU will implement the third release of its customs pre-arrival security and safety p

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Fulfillment for Emerging Ecommerce Brands with Dave Gulas

The Logistics of Logistics

Dave Gulas and Joe Lynch discuss fulfillment for emerging ecommerce brands. Dave is the Co-founder and President of EZDC 3PL , a warehousing and fulfillment business that specializes in ecommerce fulfillment. Summary: Fulfillment for Emerging Ecommerce Brands In this podcast, Dave Gulas , founder of EZDC 3PL, shares his insights on the challenges faced by emerging ecommerce brands in fulfillment and how his company helps them overcome these obstacles.

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Four Cybersecurity Moves Every Manufacturer Can Make

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, and manufacturing stakeholders should prepare for the cyber threats that are most likely to impact their operations.

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New bill would let FMCSA fine double brokers $10,000

Overdrive Online

A bipartisan bill introduced in the house would "hold FMCSA's feet to the fire" in push against fraudsters bleeding $800M a year out of the trucking industry.

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Navigating Uncertainty: How Technology Helps Fleets Thrive in Challenging Times

Change is a constant in the transportation industry. Amid business competition, regulatory developments, environmental concerns, and myriad other challenges, motor carriers must continually adapt to an ever-evolving operational landscape. Fleet telematics technology can help transportation businesses navigate uncertainty, gain a competitive advantage, and boost profitability.

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Mack MD, LR Electric Trucks Qualify for HVIP

NGT News

Mack Trucks’ 2024 model year Mack MD Electric and LR Electric models qualify for the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Clean Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). This brings the total number of Mack battery electric vehicles (BEVs) that qualify for HVIP to three. HVIP can help accelerate the commercialization of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) […] The post Mack MD, LR Electric Trucks Qualify for HVIP appeared first on NGT News.

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Is The Market Stabilizing? Shippers Are Optimistic.

Blue Grace Logistics

Is the market stabilizing? Shippers are optimistic. Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 22, 2024 Brian Straight | Supply Chain Management Review May 21, 2024 More shippers are optimistic the market is stabilizing, even as new data suggests freight shipments continue to decline on a year-over-year basis.

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Report: As E-Commerce Surges, Merchants Need to Fortify Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Over the last year, 73% or merchants saw impacts to their businesses from international shipping problems such as delays, damaged products or theft.

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Navigating the Commoditization of International Freight: What It Means for Your Business

MTS Logistics

Transportation is a service that is provided to move goods around the world. There are multiple companies involved in the process, including truck operators, vessel operators, and service providers. A service is not a commodity – or at least is not supposed to be treated as a commodity. The reason is that when you buy a commodity, you make something out of it – you buy aluminum and you make bikes, or you buy plastics and you mold them into toys.

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Watch: A Double Challenge to Warehouses: Not Enough Labor, and a Need for Speed

Supply Chain Brain

Monty McVaugh, head of products with Opex Corporation, tackles two major challenges in the warehouse today: the chronic labor shortage, and demand by customers for ever-faster order fulfillment.

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How a Global CPG Leader Optimized $500M of Direct Materials Spend and Exceeded Savings Goal

A Fortune 500 CPG company partnered with GEP to improve end-to-end category management, optimize direct spend categories, and increase strategic focus on tail spend. GEP’s sourcing expertise and market intelligence enabled the company to centralize sourcing and order management processes, strengthen key supplier relationships, and enhance supply chain resilience and agility.

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Optimizing Last Mile Delivery Costs: Strategies and Solutions

Loginext

Learn how to optimize last mile delivery costs with effective strategies and innovative solutions. From route optimization and real-time tracking to customer engagement and sustainable practices, discover practical ways to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses. Embrace the future of logistics with advanced technologies and strategic partnerships for seamless, cost-effective delivery operations.

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U.S. Administration Unveils Steps to Protect Workers from Risks of AI

Supply Chain Brain

The Administration said these principles should be considered during the whole lifecycle of AI – from design to development, testing, training, deployment and use, oversight, and auditing.

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Volvo to start testing hydrogen combustion engine

Commercial Carrier Journal

Volvo Trucks is developing trucks with combustion engines that run on hydrogen.

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Port of Seattle Starts Work on 'Self-Sustaining' Maritime Innovation Center

Supply Chain Brain

The renovated building will house 15,000 square feet of new work spaces, as well as areas that can be reserved for meetings, seminars, and classes.

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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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Easier to do Materials Handling Projects

Logistics Business Magazine

Repeat custom now accounts for almost two-thirds of the Beumer Group’s business. That’s why the motto of the company’s appearance at LogiMAT was ‘Easy to do business with’. David Priestman reports. BEUMER Group is a large organisation operating on a global scale, with locations in more than 50 countries, but is determined to avoid organisational complexities and local variations in quality and service.

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Container Service at Port of Portland Saved Following Threat of Shutdown

Supply Chain Brain

Ending container service at the Port of Portland would have made Oregon the only coastal state in the U.S. without a container terminal.

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Equipping Corporate Sustainability Teams with Supply Chain Planning Tools

AIMMS

Global supply chain leaders are increasingly recognizing the importance of establishing in-house sustainability expertise.

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China Hints at 25% Car Tariff as Deadline for EU Probe Looms

Supply Chain Brain

The EU must inform Chinese exporters whether it intends to impose tariffs by early June, and they could go into effect a month later.

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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BAE Systems, Eaton Successfully Test Electric Drive on Class 7 Vehicle

NGT News

Electric propulsion provider BAE Systems and power management company Eaton have successfully tested their integrated electric drive system for medium- and heavy-duty commercial trucks. Using this technology, existing truck models can be easily adapted across various zero-emission applications, improving efficiency, performance and flexibility. Testing occurred at Eaton’s proving grounds in Marshall, Michigan, on a Class […] The post BAE Systems, Eaton Successfully Test Electric Drive on C

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The Ultimate Guide to Shipping Fresh Produce Across the Country

GoShip Blog

Shipping fresh produce across the country requires careful planning and execution. Fresh fruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, and they need to reach stores and homes while still maintaining their freshness and quality. Transporting perishable items like these comes with its own set of challenges and risks, including keeping the produce fresh, ensuring timely delivery, and preventing damage during transit.

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Hyundai, Plus Demonstrate First Level 4 Autonomous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck

NGT News

Hyundai Motor Company and autonomous driving software leader Plus have unveiled the first Level 4 autonomous Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck in the U.S. A result of the collaboration between Hyundai Motor and Plus, Hyundai Motor’s XCIENT Fuel Cell truck is equipped with Plus SuperDrive Level 4 autonomous driving technology. The Level 4 […] The post Hyundai, Plus Demonstrate First Level 4 Autonomous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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Types of Trailers in Freight Truckload Shipping

GoShip Blog

The types of trailers in truckload shipping will make all the difference when you’re evaluating your freight options. If you don’t have much experience with truckload freight shipping , it may be challenging to arrange everything properly. While many shippers focus on freight rates, they often miss the importance of using the correct equipment, including the types of freight trailers.

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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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Hexagon Purus to Supply Components for Toyota Electric Powertrain Kits

NGT News

Hexagon Purus will be supplying components to Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) for serial production of its heavy-duty fuel cell electric powertrain kits. A full hydrogen storage system and high-voltage battery pack will be provided for the heavy-duty fuel cell electric powertrain kit. The collaboration between the companies started in 2017 as Toyota began development […] The post Hexagon Purus to Supply Components for Toyota Electric Powertrain Kits appeared first on NGT News.

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How Advanced Route Optimization Techniques can save you Time and Money

Log-hub

In today’s complex and interconnected global economy, managing supply chains has evolved into a sophisticated discipline that requires advanced tools and strategies. The concept of multi-tier supply chain analytics and optimization has become a critical component for companies aiming to maintain competitive advantage, ensure efficiency, and respond rapidly to market changes.

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Shyft Group, Amerit Will Provide 24/7 Maintenance, Support for Blue Arc EVs

NGT News

The Shyft Group Inc. has signed an agreement with Amerit Fleet Solutions to provide 24/7 maintenance and support services for Blue Arc EVs across the U.S. “We’re committed to keeping the customer at the center of all we do,” says John Dunn, president and CEO of Shyft. “As we transition to EV technology, we’re focused […] The post Shyft Group, Amerit Will Provide 24/7 Maintenance, Support for Blue Arc EVs appeared first on NGT News.

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How Advanced Route Optimization Techniques can save you Time and Money

Log-hub

In today’s complex and interconnected global economy, managing supply chains has evolved into a sophisticated discipline that requires advanced tools and strategies. The concept of multi-tier supply chain analytics and optimization has become a critical component for companies aiming to maintain competitive advantage, ensure efficiency, and respond rapidly to market changes.

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Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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Warehouse Management with DexoryView

Logistics Business Magazine

Dexory, a data intelligence company, today announced it has deployed DexoryView, its cutting-edge AI and robotics solution, at the state-of-the-art warehouse facility of FLX Logistics, part of the Freshlinc Group, in Peterborough, United Kingdom. By using robotics and digital twin technologies, FLX Logistics, specialists in ambient logistics management, will be able to drive efficiencies and confirms the company’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

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Lion Electric Introduces Class 8 Commercial Truck

NGT News

The Lion Electric Company, a manufacturer of all-electric medium- and heavy-duty urban vehicles, has unveiled the Lion8 Tractor, an all-electric Class 8 commercial truck. “The Lion8 Tractor embodies our commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility in modern freight transportation,” says Marc Bedard, CEO and founder of Lion. “We are thrilled to introduce a vehicle […] The post Lion Electric Introduces Class 8 Commercial Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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Connecting Data to Maximise Value

Logistics Business Magazine

Supply chain visibility is the nirvana for most supply chain and logistics managers. It is well recognised that having real-time insights into the supply chain leads to a wealth of benefits – from improved performance, reduced costs and greater customer satisfaction. That said, the path to supply chain visibility is filled with questions – from how to achieve it; what tools are required; to – most significantly – what insight is the business looking for; what data do you need and have available

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