Fri.Jan 17, 2020

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The Answers to Important Questions Small-to-Medium Size Businesses Show Know

Dedola Global Logistics

Archives International freight forwarding has evolved a bit in the last couple years. Starting in January 2018, the United States began imposing strict tariffs on foreign countries, primarily China. These tariffs have changed the way the freight industry operates. It is no longer freight forwarding as usual, and the pressure for greater accountability has taken center stage.

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The Road to Freight Management Hell: Why Poor Freight Data Visibility and Outdated Systems Hold Shippers in Purgatory

GlobalTranz

The road to freight management Hell is laden with poor freight visibility and outdated systems. Failures within freight data visibility contribute to compounding consequences throughout downstream supply chain operations, and the problem only grows worse from there. Yet, many continue to operate with blind ignorance of the real problem—limited visibility.

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The Answers to Important Questions Small-to-Medium Size Businesses Should Know

Dedola Global Logistics

Archives International freight forwarding has evolved a bit in the last couple years. Starting in January 2018, the United States began imposing strict tariffs on foreign countries, primarily China. These tariffs have changed the way the freight industry operates. It is no longer freight forwarding as usual, and the pressure for greater accountability has taken center stage.

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White-Collar, Blue-Collar, New-Collar: The Evolution of the American Workforce

Supply Chain Brain

With each passing year, the use of technology in manufacturing continues to grow, and blue-collar job requirements become more sophisticated, further widening the skills gap.

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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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Asia-Europe rollovers are back

Supply Chain and Logistics

It appears that ocean carriers are again playing fast and loose with delivery dates for cargo.

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Consumers Energy Approves Rebates for EV Charging Stations

NGT News

Consumers Energy has approved nearly 400 rebates for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at homes and in public locations across Michigan, laying the foundation of the state’s infrastructure for EV drivers. Consumers Energy started PowerMIDrive last year to promote EV ownership for the environment and Michigan’s economy. The company has approved a total of 387 […].

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RoadOne acquires Savannah, Ga.-based Crown Transportation

Logistics Management

In a move geared towards expanding its United States Southeast intermodal drayage logistics operations and overall North American network, Randolph, Mass.-based RoadOne IntermodaLogistics, a provider of intermodal, distribution, and logistics services, said earlier this week it has acquired Savannah, Ga.-based Crown Transportation, a provider of transportation and warehouse services.

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Cost of truck financing has risen, even as owner-operator credit scores show improvement

Overdrive Online

Credit-score polling shows some improvement for owner-ops over five years, yet the hesitancy to extend various forms of credit at lower rates has grown most in recent years for new carriers with authority "and 1-3-truck operators, regardless of their credit score," one lender notes. For all with three trucks or less, it's gotten more expensive to borrow money.

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‘Nuclear’ accidents send truck insurance rates soaring and carriers scrambling

Logistics Management

Insurance rates for trucking fleets are soaring, sending trucking executives scrambling for coverage even for some of the safest fleets in the land. The reason, according to top trucking executives and transportation attorneys, is the rise in so-called “nuclear settlements” either awarded by a jury or negotiated by attorneys in a wrongful death lawsuit involving a heavy truck.

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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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LS Power Acquires EVgo

NGT News

LS Power, a U.S. power and energy infrastructure owner, has acquired EVgo, the nation’s largest public fast-charging network for electric vehicles. Today’s announcement aligns with LS Power’s commitment to investments that leverage its marketing position in energy infrastructure businesses. As a result of this transaction, EVgo will be positioned to increase its growth while providing […].

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THE Alliance Expands Services New Member HMM

Logistics Manager

The members of THE Alliance, Hapag-Lloyd , Ocean Network Express , and Yang Ming recently welcomed Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM) as a new core member of The Alliance. With the FMC acceptance of HMM membership, The Alliance offers an attractive upgraded product package and it will be launched around April 1 st , 2020. Based on the existing comprehensive network of The Alliance, the newly enhanced product package will offer increasing frequency particularly from South East Asia, as well as new dir

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AAR reports U.S. carload and intermodal declines for second week of 2020

Logistics Management

Rail carloads—at 239,119—were down 10.1% annually, and intermodal trailers and containers—at 262,505 units—slipped 9.1%.

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HMM Wins Lloyd’s List Global Freight Award

Logistics Manager

HMM was recently honored as the winner of the ‘Environmental Award’ in the Global Freight Award 2019. The award ceremony was hosted in London on November 14 th , 2019. “On behalf of HMM, the prestigious environmental award is a great honor for our company. Climate change is our collective challenge. For a zero-emission future, for which no carbon neutral fuels or technology currently exist, we more than ever need to strive to improve, innovate, and collaborate on minimizing the potentially sever

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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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What Small-to-Medium Size Businesses Should Know When Choosing A Freight Forwarder

Dedola Global Logistics

What Small-to-Medium Size Businesses Should Know When Choosing A Freight Forwarder. United States imposing strict tariffs on foreign countries, primarily China. International freight forwarding has evolved a bit in the last couple years. Starting in January 2018, these tariffs have changed the way the freight industry operates. It is no longer freight forwarding as usual, and the pressure for greater accountability has taken center stage.

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Kalmar and Medcenter Container Terminal Celebrate Delivery of Terminal’s 200th Straddle Carrier

Logistics Manager

Kalmar, part of Cargotec, and Italy’s Medcenter Container Terminal (MCT), recently celebrated the delivery of the terminal’s 200 th straddle carrier as part of an order for 32 new machines. The two companies participated in a joint event on January 15 th , 2020 in recognition of their long-standing partnership. Located in the southern Italian port of Gioia Tauro, MCT is a megaport able to handle the largest vessels deployed on Asia-Mediterranean routes.

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Airbus’s Giant Beluga XL Enters into Service

Airfreight Logistics

The Beluga XL, an integral part of Airbus’ industrial system, made its first operational flight on January 9 th , 2020. The freighter is the first of six Beluga XL aircraft to begin work alongside the Beluga ST predecessors. The additional five aircraft will be introduced between 2020 and 2023. The Beluga XL was launched just over five years ago in November 2014.

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GlobalTranz acquires Cerasis

Food Logistics

Cerasis maintains expertise in 3PL/4PL services augmented by market leading technology.

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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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Vietjet Expands Network to Northeast Asia with Da Lat – Seoul Route

Airfreight Logistics

Following the launch of Can Tho – Seoul route and the announcement of five new routes to Japan, Vietjet has commenced their latest international route connecting Da Lat, Vietnam and Seoul, South Korea. The Da Lat – Seoul (Incheon) operates four return flights weekly from January 15, 2020. The flight departs from Da Lat at 17:10 and arrives in 23:55; the return flight takes off from Incheon at 2:30 and lands in Da Lat at 5:50 (All in local times).

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Implico and Brainum to Outline Future of Downstream

Logistics Business Magazine

At the 13th Annual European Oil Storage Conference in Amsterdam, downstream IT expert Implico and tank terminal cloud technology specialist Brainum will give an outlook on an interconnected downstream future. Thomas Fahland (above) , Head of Solution Management at Implico, and Martin Keulemans, Managing Director of Brainum, will enter the stage on Wednesday, January 22 at 12.15 pm.

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2019 Cargo Volumes at Port of Los Angeles Nears Record

Logistics Manager

The Port of Los Angeles moved near-record cargo in 2019 with a total of 9,337,632 TEUs, just short of the second-best year in their 113-year history despite the ongoing trade war between USA and China. The milestone was announced by Port Executive Director, Mr. Gene Seroka at the annual State of the Port event hosted by the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association on January 16 th , 2020.

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Secure Logistics Market Demand and Forecast 2030

247 Customs Broker

Prophecy Market Insights The “ Secure Logistics Market Analysis to 2030” is a specialized and in-depth study of the Secure Logistics industry with a focus… The post Secure Logistics Market Demand and Forecast 2030 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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This Week in Logistics News (January 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

One hundred and one years ago Wednesday, a bizarre disaster struck the city of Boston: the Great Molasses Flood. The disaster has also been known as Boston Molasses Disaster, the Great Boston Molasses Flood, or, in a clever play on words, the Boston Molassacre. In the North End, a storage tank filled with 2.3 million gallons of molasses burst, sending a 25 foot tall wave of molasses through the streets at speeds of 35 miles […].

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Transportation 2020: Top 4 Ways for Shippers to Navigate the Road Ahead

247 Customs Broker

For shippers, the past two years have been a roller coaster ride. As quickly as capacity became limited and freight rates increased in 2018, the… The post Transportation 2020: Top 4 Ways for Shippers to Navigate the Road Ahead appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 17, 2020)

Talking Logistics

I don’t remember many of my dreams, but this one I remember because I was dead. Per my instructions, a boom box (circa 1986) was placed in my casket with fresh D batteries and a Depeche Mode mixtape in it. Before being laid to rest, someone pushed the play button and turned the volume all. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 17, 2020).

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Survey: Money leading issue for drivers in many ways

247 Customs Broker

When the American Transportation Research Institute announced the findings of its most recent survey of critical issues in the trucking industry last October, the two… The post Survey: Money leading issue for drivers in many ways appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Mastering Order Management: Backorders & Out-of-Stock Inventory

The unfortunate truth is that you will always have low stock and backorder issues with your supply chain. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared to handle them. This brief video explores some of the primary drivers of inventory issues – and how modern technology and best practices can mitigate these issues and ensure a superb customer experience.

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Etihad Targets Zero Net Carbon Emissions by 2050

Airfreight Logistics

Etihad Airways has committed to a minimum target of zero net carbon emissions by 2050 and halving of their 2019 net emission levels by 2035. The company’s ambitious environmental targets will be achieved through a mix of internal initiatives, collaboration with industry partners and adoption of a comprehensive program of relevant carbon offsets, to be developed with specific focus on the requirements of the UAE and markets served by the airline.

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Geotab Launches New Tools to Help Fleets Go Electric

247 Customs Broker

Geotab, a provider of IoT and connected transportation analytics, has launched its Electric Vehicle Suitability Assessment (EVSA) and EV Battery Degradation tools. Specifically designed to… The post Geotab Launches New Tools to Help Fleets Go Electric appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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January 2020: What’s New with ShipWorks

247 Customs Broker

Over the past few months we’ve made some exciting enhancements, though you may not have seen them yet because autoupdate was off for busy season.… The post January 2020: What’s New with ShipWorks appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.