The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Freight Forwarding Basics with Miles Varghese. Miles Varghese and Joe Lynch review and discuss freight forwarding basics. A freight forwarder is an agent in the supply chain whose objective is to organize a shipment, acting as the intermediary between the exporter or importer and transportation companies. About Miles Varghese.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

In fact, many businesses are presented with multiple barriers when they begin to adopt EV that can sometimes halt the process. This is typically prevalent in industries that have historically been dependant on conventional fuel options. The post Adopting EV Fleets Presents Challenges appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

Summary: Optimizing Cold Chain while Reducing Environmental Impact In this podcast, Nicole Glenn, CEO and Founder of Candor Companies, shares her insights and experiences from her 24-year journey in the transportation industry. Nicole built her own team to address the lack of transparency in the industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Starting in 2023, the Logistics Hall of Fame will present a new international award: the Lynn C. The 80-year-old US businessman transferred industrial logistics strategies to humanitarian organisations in the 1990s. The Euro pallet once cut the loading time of freight cars or trucks by up to 90%. The award is named after Lynn C.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Determining the current state of shipping industry news is similar to looking into a Magic 8 Ball – when you shake it and the water settles, the message says, “Future Remains Uncertain.” Shipping Industry News: The Good. The good news is that the shipping industry is doing better than expected.

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Now, That's Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2021

With other modes of transportation presenting new challenges for shippers in 2021—and with the ongoing, pandemic-driven supply chain disruption continuing to impact transportation networks—companies turned to air freight for helping moving their cargo from point A to point B. Facing New Challenges. What’s Ahead?

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Curtis has spent 16 years in the LTL industry – 8 of those with Old Dominion Freight Line, and the last 8 with Reconex, FreightPlus, and Understand LTL – which he recently launched as an LTL focused education firm. The closure of Yellow Transportation is a significant event for the LTL industry.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

November will be seen in the British International Freight Association’s (BIFA) history as an auspicious month with the first meeting of its new Sustainable Logistics Policy Group, managed by Mike Jones, policy advisor for sustainability and environment.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Anthony transitioned to a Corporate Economist & Consultant, advising CXO leaders and Fortune 500 companies on economic analysis, industry trends, and internal strategy. Anthony’s clients varied from construction, trucking, industrial, software, manufacturing, and retail industries. About FreightWaves.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Find your Purpose to re-engage in your Freight Agent business. We recently held our Virtual Freight Agent Conference and had the pleasure of hosting Ken Coleman of the Ramsey Group as our featured keynote speaker. Trinity Logistics has over 30 years of experience aiding in the success of Freight Agent offices.

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Freightera

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Eric Beckwitt, Freightera founder and CEO is presenting at the BC Cleantech Virtual Conference on Sept 23, 2021. His presentation will cover how Freightera helps businesses to ship freight and reduce the carbon footprint from shipping. Eric Beckwitt will talk about Freightera at the first BC Cleantech virtual conference.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 6, 2022

3PLs also have a big responsibility in resolving the multiple issues faced by carriers, thereby bridging the gap between the shipper and the carrier to ensure smoother movement of freight. In an interesting new webinar hosted by Emtec Digital, industry stalwarts discuss what goes into the process of carrier management. Date and time.

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Trans Global Auto Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Determining the current state of shipping industry news is similar to looking into a Magic 8 Ball – when you shake it and the water settles, the message says, “Future Remains Uncertain.” Shipping Industry News: The Good Let’s start this update on the most positive note.

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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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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brad Wheeler and Joe Lynch discuss the freight-tech dilemma. Brad serves as the Senior Director of Customer Strategy at Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. Transforming the $800 billion freight industry, Emerge empowers meaningful logistics relationships through its award-winning Freight Procurement Platform.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

The generation gap between trucking industry leaders is getting wider as… The post Millennials Present Challenges, Benefits to Trucking Industry appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News. [Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] RALEIGH, N.C. —

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 16, 2023

As the photonics industry continues to illuminate various sectors, from telecommunications to healthcare, efficient logistics becomes a crucial component in ensuring the seamless delivery of light-based innovations. Warehouse Management for Photonics: Warehousing plays a critical role in the photonics industry.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 6, 2021

However, freight shipping is the one activity that presents significant barriers to overseas-market entry, as you may have discovered if your business is starting to look across international borders for its next step in expansion. Container shortages and sky-high freight rates have spared no enterprise, regardless of its scale.

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TransAudit

AUGUST 29, 2023

LTL, or Less-Than-Truckload shipping, represents the transport of freight that doesn’t require an entire truck’s space. formerly known as YRC Freight, sent shockwaves throughout the transportation industry due to its dominant position. was a significant force in the LTL industry with a legacy of service and expansion.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from our friends at Bryant Surety Bonds where they discuss the current, potentially fragile state of the freight broker industry. According to data provided by My Carrier Resources, more brokers leave the industry between September and November than during other months of the year.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

From our seats, we’ve noticed that our most successful freight agents have developed certain habits that propel them to success. So, what ARE the habits of successful freight agents? Being a good listener is a vital habit for an independent freight agent’s success. The best freight agents never stop learning.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 19, 2020

What are the freight shipping seasons? Each year in freight, shipping is different. There are many market fluctuations and external conditions that affect the supply and demand in which the freight shipping industry relies heavily on. Traditionally, the year of freight shipping is divided into different seasons.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 4, 2020

And one of the easiest ways to keep up-to-date with the latest news and trends is to follow the available top freight podcasts. Managers, team members, and anyone involved in freight tracking, shipping, logistics or management can benefit from the information and insight provided in these great freight, logistics, and supply chain podcasts.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

Today’s truck capacity shortage can be linked to several market forces, some that the transportation industry has dealt with for years and others that are new and unfolding. Market Review: Past, Present and Future. The past, present and future market forces causing today’s extreme truck capacity shortage include: Strong Economy.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 15, 2023

They talk about the growing popularity of podcasts in the logistics industry and how podcasting can be a helpful tool for professionals to stay up-to-date on industry trends and insights. Present-day, Blythe and her team oversee the management of dozens of websites to help the one-person marketing team flourish.

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Trinity Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Currently, we are seeing interest rates above seven percent , and the future freight market is not clear. As a Freight Agent, what should you be doing in this uncertain freight market? As a Freight Agent, this is where you can come in as a valuable resource for your shipper and carrier relationships.

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MTS Logistics

MARCH 30, 2022

Many of those employed in logistics understand that the industry has a certain level of complexity with day to day movement of freight. When dealing with project freight, it can be very tricky at times. While every shipment requires close attention to detail and care, project freight can be a different beast altogether.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Explore the world of freight in the heart of Europe. WOF EXPO allows you to be either exhibitor and present your company in the best possible way and create unique brand awareness or come as a visitor and participate in many presentations. WOF EXPO Awards for The Favourite ones in Industry. – 10.9.2021.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2021

E-commerce has shaken the retail industry’s logistics approach, as Amazon’s model dramatically altered consumer expectations in a phenomenon now known as the “ Amazon Effect ”. COVID-19, which required government response worldwide, presented many barriers to the existing standards of freight.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

2020 threw at us a potent concoction of virulent market conditions including a pandemic, skyrocketing freight rates, reduced availability of space and equipment on container ships, unprecedented demand and port congestions along with the usual documentation and visibility issues that we have been facing for years. Take the survey.

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Parade

APRIL 22, 2019

Freight brokerages and logistics companies with capital are aggressively purchasing other companies with technology assets— this behavior has been accelerating, with a different acquisition or merger taking place every two weeks. big disruption in the freight brokerage industry is coming.

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Truck Refrigeration Market Forecast to 2027 – COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis by Type; Application; Industry Vertical; Vehicle Type (Trailers and Medium &… The post Worldwide Truck Refrigeration Industry (2020 to 2027) – Continuously Improving Logistics Sector Presents Opportunities (..)

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Truck Refrigeration Market Forecast to 2027 – COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis by Type; Application; Industry Vertical; Vehicle Type (Trailers and Medium &… The post Worldwide Truck Refrigeration Industry (2020 to 2027) – Continuously Improving Logistics Sector Presents Opportunities (..)

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

With the proper use of data and freight analytics , contract procurement and securing capacity can be enhanced. Freight consolidation (commonly referred to as retail consolidation, or simply consolidation) is not a new concept. Those are the founding principles behind SONAR SCI Lane Acuity.

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Penske Move Ahead

JUNE 21, 2022

The publication is produced annually for the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) by global consulting firm Kearney and presented by Penske Logistics. “I Road freight, the most significant segment of U.S. and air freight costs increased by 19.2%, as demand continued to exceed supply throughout the year.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 30, 2017

Editor's Note: Today's blog comes from our friends at Barrington Freight where they give us a glimpse as to what the next 10 years will look like for automation in the freight industry. Autonomy and artificial intelligence are two of the hottest tech ideas being integrated into modern industries. Automated Freight Ports.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MAY 24, 2023

Freight markets feel stuck in unseasonable doldrums with volumes low, capacity loose and rates in a trough after supply chain activity cooled post-COVID. In the same way, freight markets can reach balance after a very slow, gradual move, and then start steadily accelerating in a new direction. per mile by Aug. by the end of the year.

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