Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news: McDonald’s is testing a new drive-thru concept. Amazon showed off its next-generation drone at a recent event near Boston to highlight the future of delivery. and BNSF Railway have issued more embargoes—restrictions placed on the amount of cargo that can be transported—than in previous years.

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Freight Plus

MARCH 14, 2019

British Navy saves 27 aboard doomed cargo ship. Lanes from Dallas to Los Angeles, Memphis to Atlanta, and Philly to Boston all gained ground. Meanwhile, in this week's, "Where's my freight?!". or simply search your favorite podcast player for Consulting Logistics! The company has refocused its attention to buying back $2.5

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 10, 2021

It is really feeling like the holiday season, as we got our first dusting of snow in the Boston area this week. I always find the news round-up exciting to write, as I end up reading more about supply chain and logistics than I would have thought possible. Without our readers and sponsors, Logistics Viewpoints would not be possible.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Earlier this week, I was listening to Morning Addition on WBUR Boston. And now on to this week’s logistics news. After around-the-clock negotiations, President Joe Biden said Thursday that freight railway companies and workers had reached a tentative agreement that will avert a rail shutdown that could have paralyzed the economy.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 15, 2016

Today marks the three-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings, a sad and scary day, especially those of us living in the Boston area. Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon ‘in talks over Hahn Airport base’ ( Lloyd’s Loading List ). the Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) fell 0.7

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GTG Technology Group

DECEMBER 6, 2017

If there are not enough ships to accommodate freight, it is viewed as under capacity. Overcapacity is the opposite, with more available ships than freight. The standard container cargo measure is in 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs). Global economic growth slowdown has created overcapacity across the globe. percent growth.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 23, 2015

Deflategate has consumed the airwaves, headlines, and social media conversations all week, especially here in Boston. LLamasoft and CHAINalytics Partner to Provide Integrated Access to Freight Market Intelligence. Teamsters lose another vote at FedEx Freight facility (Reuters). Department of Homeland Security.

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Cathy Roberson

JUNE 6, 2022

Catania sees it as a way to build volumes for UPS whereas former Boston Consultant Group consultant turned entrepreneur, Saurav Banerjee said in a tweet, “UPS wants the drop-density data to selectively grow its network.” We’re focused on helping our customers navigate the digital commerce ecosystem quickly and effectively.”

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Freight Plus

OCTOBER 16, 2018

It’s no secret that this has been a challenging year for ground freight. have many shippers rethinking which strategy they use to approach their inland cargo. The first step to knowing you are making the right decisions with your freight is understanding the impact mode can make on cost, speed, and risk. The trucking.

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Freight Plus

OCTOBER 4, 2018

In the modern globalized world of logistics, the shipper has more options than ever. In a market with thousands of third party logistics (3PL) providers it can be a daunting task figuring out which provider belongs where along each link of your supply chain. First Party Logistics (1PL): This is where it all begins. 3PL vs 4PL.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. SNAP customers in Boston can use EBT cards for online groceries. As more and more ships continue to queue up outside of major ports, some of the world’s biggest ocean shipping lines are buying cargo planes. IKEA now sells its own plant-based meat. Liners like Danish giant A.P.

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MIT Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2023

During a fireside chat I had with Fred Smith on January 26, 2023, to kick off a series of events to mark the 50th anniversary of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics , he talked about how FedEx uses technology to drive competitiveness. Technology played a critical role in FedEx’s early successes, and that is still the case today.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Robotic arms Robin and Sparrow were designed and manufactured at its Robotics Innovation Hub near Boston and help sort customer orders. Since late last year, the Houthis have been attacking ships in the Red Sea, which cargo vessels from Asia have to travel through to reach the Suez Canal.

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 31, 2019

The issue stems back to the Panama Canal expansion which has brought cargo to the port at a faster rate than it's scaled. Where's my freight?". Excellent positions are available right now to work with an industry leader crafting cutting-edge modern managed freight solutions. Truckers protest Baltimore port delay times.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 19, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Red Sea news: Air freight rates could spike as Red Sea attacks disrupt shipments Global trade drops 1.3% Red Sea news: Air freight rates could spike as Red Sea attacks disrupt shipments Global trade drops 1.3% Global trade declined by 1.3

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