Food Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

There were more truckload shipments on the spot market in August than any other month in 2019.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

This Sept. 15-21 the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will hold its annual Brake Safety Week. U.S.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Research suggests how shippers can avoid these costs, which extend beyond detention fees.

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Cyzerg

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Wave picking streamlines one of the most complicated warehouse activities, the order picking process. Because warehouse operations depend on countless variables such as labor resources, equipment, shipping schedules, and more, your picking process needs to be able to accommodate all these conditions to fulfill orders efficiently, on time, and without bottlenecks.

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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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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

As 2019 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week comes to an end, Kenworth pays homage to truckers with an inspirational video that highlights its premium equipment.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Volvo Dynamic Steering (VDS), Volvo Active Driver Assist 2.0 and the next generation of its Turbo Compound engine will be available by next year.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System (SRHS), a healthcare provider located in Spartanburg, S.C., has been finding success with propane autogas over the years. In 2013, SRHS began looking for an alternative fuel option for its fleets in order to help the region meet emissions criteria. SRHS’ director of transportation services, Jimmy Riley, says, “The hospital had, […].

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

The next time you see the towers holding high-voltage power lines, look closely: You’ll probably spot repeating triangular shapes in the towers’ structure.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Ah yes, it is officially palindrome week. This year, however, palindrome week takes on a whole new significance. After next Thursday (9/19/19), there will not be an official palindrome week until 2021 (we don’t count putting a 0 in front of the month around here). This is the end of a wonderful run of years, starting in 2011, where the dates read the same frontwards and backwards for a week+.

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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

Logistics Network Optimization Software

Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

August shipments, at 1.190, were up 1.6% compared to July and down 3% annually, and expenditures, at 2.840, were up 0.7% compared to July and off 2.6% annually.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

All businesses want to achieve success, but omnichannel supply chain success requires a comprehensive level of oversight and control in your operation. Omnichannel orders may come from anywhere, so significant risks exist. However, inventory optimization can solve these challenges. What’s Wrong With Current Inventory Optimization Processes? Apart from organizations that have recently invested and implemented.read More.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Commerce reported that August retail sales were up 0.4% annually, to $526.1 billion, and were up 0.8% over July’s $524.2 billion. NRF reported that August retail sales rose 0.4% on a seasonally adjusted basis compared to July and were up 4.6% on an unadjusted basis annually.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

NW Natural, a natural gas service provider in Oregon and Washington, has launched a new program for fleets interested in trying out natural gas trucks. Under the “try it first” program, qualified fleet owners can test heavy-duty compressed natural gas truck technology by driving a 12-liter natural gas Class 8 truck for up to three […].

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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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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

August shipments, at 1,095,208, eked out a 0.1% annual gain, and on a year-to-date basis, shipments through August, at 8,212,273, are up 1.5% compared to the same period a year ago.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Educational nonprofit organization RNG Global Initiative and the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG Coalition) have jointly announced a new learning platform dedicated to public education of the benefits of renewable natural gas (RNG). The organizations made the announcement in front of 350 participants during the first day of the annual RNG WORKS 2019, hosted […].

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Following the release of a report last spring by the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) Rate Reform Task Force comprised of recommendations for potential changes to the STB’s rate review processes and methodologies, the STB said this week that it has proposed new rules as part of its ongoing effort to make its rate review procedures more accessible, efficient, and transparent, including for small customers.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

DTE Biomass Energy, a non-regulated subsidiary of DTE Energy, has opened a combined dairy renewable natural gas (RNG) processing and interstate injection facility in Wisconsin. The facility represents the first of its kind for not only DTE but also the state of Wisconsin, the company says. The RNG dairy processing and injection site, located in […].

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Total POLA volume––at 861,081 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)––was up 4.2% annually and marked the highest volume for the month of August in the 112-year history of the port. POLB August volumes came in at 663,992 TEU, which was down 2.3% annually. Even with the decline, this marked the fifth best volume month at the port.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Ann Arbor and Roseville public school districts in Michigan have selected Thomas Built Buses’ Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley electric school bus, powered by Proterra’s electric vehicle technology, for a five-year pilot program. The program, supported by Volkswagen settlement funds and conducted in partnership with DTE Energy and Hoekstra Transportation, will also include a vehicle-to-grid study, which […].

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

As global logistics managers ready themselves for the ocean cargo industry’s “Peak Season,” several industry experts have been sharing their insights and forecasts.

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World Food Programme Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Stop food waste, start making profit Breaking the cycle of hunger through post-harvest skills Rufina winnows maize at Gwiritse Cooperative warehouse. Photo: WFP/Badre Bahaji Lack of skills to handle and store harvested crops is one of the biggest challenges Malawian smallholder farmers face. A third of their hard-earned yields is lost to rodents, weevils and rotting barely a few months after harvesting.

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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 Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

When the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) convenes for its annual event in Long Beach September 16, one of the highlights will be the presentation of the prestigious 2019 Silver Kingpin Award in recognition to an individual’s long-term contributions to intermodalism.

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Logistics Manager

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp. ( Yang Ming ) has announced their intention to enhancing its Intra-Asia service network by launching a new Japan–Thailand service (JT1) effective from September 11th, 2019. The JT1 service will call at Shimizu, Tokyo, Yokohama, Pusan, Laem Chabang. It will directly link Laem Chabang with Japanese ports and Pusan. The new weekly service will be added to Yang Ming’s network through a space swap program with Ocean Network Express Pte.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

In this webcast, our panel will provide a comprehensive update on the current state of the rail/intermodal markets and offer an in-depth look at the pain points shippers have been experiencing (service challenges, precision scheduled railroading (PSR), rates, capacity management) and offers shippers advice on how to prepare for the Q4 2019.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

BluJay Solutions, a leading provider of supply chain software and services, this week released the findings from its second annual research study in the report, “Focus on Customer Experience: Research on Supply Chain Priorities and Investments.” Commissioned by BluJay and conducted by Adelante SCM, in partnership with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), the research explores key topics including customer experience, technology investments, barriers to innovation, partne

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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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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Rail carloads, at 238,988, slipped 5.6% compared to the same week a year ago, and intermodal units, at 230.297, were off 7.5%.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

WMS innovator SnapFulfil has launched a fully featured and configurable analytics & reporting solution to help customers instantly identify business trends. ‘SnapData’ amalgamates data from various sources and locations into one cloud-based central dashboard and gives access to a number of pre-configured base reports and a holistic view of the operations inventory and resources.

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

The St. Louis region’s central location in the U.S.

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