Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The end of project report released today by the Decarbonising UK Freight Transport (DUKFT) Network, suggest several ways to overcome the chicken-and-egg problems associated with decarbonising road, rail and maritime freight transport.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

For this reason, supply chain solutions have become an integral part of business strategies to cope with these ever-increasing complexities. By doing this, you can run a day or a week in the life of your operation and get back data on its performance capability. Examples of use. So, how can you tackle this task? Aisle widths.

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CH Robinson Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Maritime insurance executives estimate that 3,000 containers have been lost at sea over the past few months alone. As a platform who works with the many different vessel operators to move our customers’ goods, we share some key things to know. Consider purchasing maritime insurance. Develop a resilient supply chain strategy.

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ShipLilly

MARCH 1, 2023

For example, the past few months have seen new shipping alliances, increasing price competition, the risk of over-capacity, and drastic changes in trade volumes. Patrik Berglund (CEO, Xeneta) and Lars Jensen (CEO, Vespucci Maritime) addressed these issues during this forum. These had to be more fuel efficient to reduce operating costs.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2023

Any rescue operations are therefore time critical. This may arise from rusting of the ship’s structure or metal cargoes, oxidation of cargoes such as coal or the decomposition of biodegradable cargoes, for example fish meal, logs, bark, or wood pellets. Without sufficient oxygen the human body starts to shut down very quickly.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

But Molex, a global electronics and connectivity solutions company, has been investing in their intelligent digital supply chain strategy to improve their supply chain agility and customer experience. Mr. Eberle is the vice president of logistics and distribution operations at Molex. This involves a lot of long-haul transportation.”

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Logistics Manager

DECEMBER 13, 2019

“Increased global competitiveness, supply chain innovation and the more widespread use of sustainable operations technology can only happen if ports join forces in earnest to share ideas and expertise,” said Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka.

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ShipLilly

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Take for example the increased emphasis on the purchase of household goods via e-Commerce platforms. Examples of the sought-after perks include guaranteed space, sure-deal equipment, more space on the ship, and finally the ultimate prize of expedited processing. The statistics are startling.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 5, 2022

The two companies have also signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support each other in the execution of their own sustainability strategies. A commitment to sustainability is an integral part of our strategy and a key element of DPDHL’s mission. This is equivalent to the annual emissions of 30 million combustion-engine cars.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Jesper Kristensen, Group CEO of Unifeeder Group, said: “This is another significant step towards the green transformation of our fleet and our operations. This will then complete a virtuous circle and ensure we can operate more and more methanol capable vessels with the right colour of methanol fuels in our networks.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 31, 2023

Shipping transports around 90% of world trade onboard different vessels so maritime safety is critical. Economic pressures could put vital investments in companies’ strategies, as well as in other safety initiatives, in jeopardy.” During 2022, 38 total losses of vessels were reported globally, compared with 59 a year earlier.

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FW Logsitcs

APRIL 25, 2023

By outsourcing food service logistics and management to a 3PL, food companies can reduce their operating costs, focus on their core business activities, and rest assured that their food products will be delivered on time and in full. For example, a good 3PL will maintain warehouses that are registered as food-grade facilities with the U.S.

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MTS Logistics

JULY 21, 2023

Statistics and Examples 1. This includes costs associated with lost sales, increased operational expenses, and reputational damage. Through these actions, they can mitigate potential losses, maintain the smooth flow of international trade, and safeguard their financial and operational interests. million per incident.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 24, 2023

“We are delighted to be back at TOC Europe to share our latest innovations that bring advanced power sources to port equipment and help support businesses with their zero-emission strategies,” says Jan-Willem van den Brand, Director Global Market Development at Hyster.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 28, 2022

Additionally, products were stranded at sea on cargo ships due to maritime mobility issues. Sustainability efforts were paused during the pandemic, where the focus shifted to operating as close to business as usual at the cost of using sustainable resources. For example, the U.S. In the U.S.,

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 3, 2023

However, with demand now lower-than-anticipated, warehouses are operating at reduced capacity, leading to higher warehouse rates. Overcoming Inflation in the Shipping Industry: Consolidation and LCL Shipping To overcome the effects of inflation, companies can adopt some strategies to reduce their costs.

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ShipLilly

MARCH 5, 2020

2020 carrier strategy. For example, members of the Ocean Alliance (including CMA CGM/APL, Cosco Shipping/OOCL, and Evergreen Line) announced in November 2019 that they were going to use nine blank sailings in February 2020. It is also likely that the price of fuel will inform operational decisions. The role of fuel.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 27, 2022

The Terberg YT203-EV terminal tractor which is entering service at London Gateway will primarily be used for transporting goods the two mile distance from the quayside to a distribution facility at the adjacent logistics park, a prime example of the trend towards port-centric logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 4, 2023

Thanks to the improved cash flow from operating activities of EUR 268.7 For example, even during continued market disruptions from the COVID pandemic and the war against Ukraine, the Group stuck to its digitalization strategy and invested significantly in digitalization of business processes and forward-looking technologies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 21, 2021

If the proof-of-concept pilot is successful, the service will operate on a larger scale, removing trucks from the UK capital’s roads, while providing a reliable delivery route into London during the day. The Trust has teamed up with CEVA Logistics and Livett’s Group to trial the service on the River Thames.

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ShipLilly

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

The latest estimates show that about 700 dockworkers operating in Long Beach and Los Angeles have been diagnosed with COVID-19. Besides, the logistics industry relies on these twin ports and their failure to operate at full capacity could have long-term effects. The Growing Infection Rate.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2021

DP World operates 20 terminals in 12 countries across the breadth of Europe, all of which are at various stages of their respective journeys towards implementing more sustainable operations. The Netherlands. Between 2017 – 2018, the report found that DP World Antwerp saved over 10.6

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 23, 2019

When we think about logistics everyone comes to mind companies like Amazon or the management of maritime transport. In reference to water, for example, it carried just enough because of the illogical nature of its transport. But these strategies were not always enough and this is where the logistics of the Roman Empire comes in.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 27, 2022

Using a combination of LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, BLE, and cellular connectivity options in the same hardware device, WITRAC’s Total Track & Trace Intelligent Platform provides real-time visibility and control of offshore operations. The post Semtech transforms maritime asset tracking appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 29, 2022

Following the signing of the shareholders’ agreement of the unified port company on 22nd April 2022, the ports of Antwerp and Zeebrugge will operate under one name going forward: Port of Antwerp-Bruges. In February 2021, the City of Antwerp and the City of Bruges announced the launch of the merger process for their respective ports.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 30, 2017

AR aims to produce efficient operations by cutting down production downtime, quickly identifying the problems and keeping all the services and processes going. With augmented reality in manufacturing on your side, your manufacturing operations employees can directly show all of the problems to your maintenance teams and engineers.

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ShipLilly

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Moreover, there are other contextual issues like the International Maritime Organization (IMO) 2020 low-sulfur mandate which is bound to come into effect soon. In fact, the three-tiered approach to these changes is closely related to the loyalty program that had been operating for the most frequent customers of the Panama Canal.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2023

And while operational challenges at container terminals and congestion have been slowly easing since the third quarter, high energy prices and economic uncertainty have caused a slowdown in demand for container traffic. In addition, the conflict in Ukraine caused a decrease in Russia-related traffic by 59%.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

So, we digitize information; digitalise processes and roles required for the operation of a business; and we eventually. digitally transform the business and its strategy. Some examples and benefits of digitalisation in shipping are. Here is a real life example. These are shipping in Reefer Containers.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Micco was one of the first freight forwarders to set up in Abu Dhabi over 40 years ago and built a strong base in the Oil and Gas sector on its way to being one of the most diverse multimodal operators in the region. That’s a familiar refrain, though, I point out, and ask for a specific example to illustrate his claim. “We

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 7, 2021

Among the first application scenarios that have been identified there is the optimisation of upkeep operations for the port’s navigational areas: the implementation of 5G would notably provide improvements and greater safety for the daily dredging campaigns in the channels and docks.

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The Logistics Academy

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

For example, airfreight forwarding growth in China is thought to have been robust this past year, while sea freight growth was much weaker. Indeed, researchers feel that with investment in technology and offering new or more value-added services, middlemen will develop more successful strategies to sustain margins.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

Early examples of intermodal containers include railroads from 1830s (various sized containers), and Pennsylvania Railroad regular container service (1929). By 1973, US, European and Asian container ship operators are carrying 4 million TEUs. Example of the massive decrease in dock workers as a result of containerisation.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 27, 2021

As an industry, it’s imperative for us to learn from this and develop strategies to minimize the impact of similar blockages should they happen in the future. For an example of the negative effects this sort of delay can have, let’s look at perishable deliveries. For example, at C.H.

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IoT World Today

MAY 21, 2020

Supply chain recovery hinges on incorporating robust data analytics and other data-driven tools into business operations to increase efficiency, reduce costs and proactively manage risk. Practitioners must develop a data analytics strategy that gives them insight into supply chain aberrations before catastrophe sets in. “If

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ShipLilly

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Container ship being loaded and unloaded at terminal freight port, international shipping and global commerce, modern cargo harbor and yard for maritime shipment and delivery, worldwide transport. The challenges started as far back as June when the COVID-19 disruptions held back operations at Yantian. Ship sizes keep shrinking.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Executive Insights is a series by Shipping and Freight Resource that provides useful insights and thoughtful analysis on what is happening in the maritime, shipping, freight, logistics, supply chain and trade industries. For example, in the airline industry, everything is digitalized now and this happened because IATA has been defining the.

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