Enterra Insights

JUNE 28, 2023

It has been around since 2005 and is celebrated every year as a way to thank those who work hard behind the scenes, ensuring that goods are delivered quickly, efficiently and safely.”[3] The staff at Holiday Calendar reports, “This special day was established to recognize and honor the contributions of logistics professionals.

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

Not even B2B is spared from these changing expectations (which is why we at Freightos launched an online freight marketplace ). While freight industry executives likely sighed with relief when an update of Amazon’s logistics.amazon.com page on June 28th turned out to be nothing more than a franchise model for courier delivery services.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 25, 2021

UPS Freight, created in 2005 when Atlanta-based United Parcel Service Inc. purchased the former Overnite Transportation, is being sold to TFI International Inc., the companies announced.

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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. The Decline and Bankruptcy Customers started pulling their freight rapidly.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Understanding industrywide turnover rates for trucking is essential to reducing freight spend for shippers. The turnover rate was 136 percent throughout the trucking industry in 2005, but smaller fleets and Less Than Truckload carriers have typically experienced fewer problems with drivers, reports FreightWaves.com.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 5, 2018

“By the end of last week, just one truck was available for every 12 loads needing to be shipped, according to online freight marketplace DAT Solutions LLC,” reported the Wall Street Journal this week. per mile, including a fuel surcharge, in the week ended Dec. 30, a 3½-year high, DAT said.”.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 24, 2013

LTL Carrier Profile: YRC Freight. YRC Freight is the third largest less than truckload (LTL) carrier with approximately $3.2B YRC Freight has 9.2% YRC Freight is the largest subsidiary of YRC Worldwide Inc. Reddaway became a part of YRC Worldwide in 2005. Reddaway became a part of YRC Worldwide in 2005.

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QAD

JANUARY 9, 2020

Thailand’s 63 paved airports moved 2,134,149,001 mt-km of freight in 2015. In addition to its well-developed air freight infrastructure, Thailand also has a modern and robust transportation infrastructure of paved roads, rail and waterways. Primary import partners include China, Japan, the U.S. and Malaysia. Political Landscape.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 15, 2016

Back to the “logistics in motion” theme, the freight forwarding and customs brokerage segment of the industry has experienced significant changes over the past decade. Therefore, selecting the right freight forwarding and customs brokerage partner is very important. What attributes should shippers look for in a partner?

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Freightos

MAY 10, 2015

Why this book rocks: Whether you focus on ocean, air, truck, barge or rail freight, it’s probably a steam engine that’s making it all work. Read this if you’re interested in: What the important freight shipping origins and destinations of the future will be. Why this book rocks: Because Walmart is the biggest importer in the US.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 12, 2013

Freight Shipments Rose 1.2% The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) rose 1.2 The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) rose 1.2 CargoSphere Tackles Carrier Contract Complexity and Wins with SUDS Technology. Ryder Opens Two Natural Gas Fueling Stations in California. in May from April.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 17, 2017

But, the capacity crunch may have a major impact on the freight driver shortage and vice versa. The Freight Driver Shortage IS BAD and Getting Worse. The Freight Driver Shortage IS BAD and Getting Worse. However, shippers need to continue working to help the freight driver shortage. In a Nutshell.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2015

Cass Freight Index June 2015 Report. It’s crazy to think that freight going all the way from Asia to Eastern and Gulf ports is the best option for some importers, but China is actually the main instigator behind the supply chain shift. Or is it due to a temporary slowdown in freight movements in the quarter?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 5, 2019

It wasn’t until 2005 when the International Maritime Office (IMO) established industry standards for more consistent loading, transporting, and unloading of goods in ports throughout the world, saving time and resources. Regular, dry freight containers typically cost between $1750 and $2000 and are owned by either […].

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Kevin founded NTG in 2005 with a small office, a box of cash, and two employees. After finding early success as a freight broker for C.H. Kevin went on to earn his MBA at Mercer and completed the degree with a business model focused on the freight brokerage industry. Kevin is the Founder of Nolan Transportation Group (NTG).

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 23, 2015

Transportation and freight costs are reduced. Since 2005, U.S. Premium freight capacity improves. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post 31 Motivations for Reshoring Manufacturing & Updated Reshoring Stats appeared first on Freight Logistics Company | Cerasis. for example, compared to shipping state-to-state.

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MIT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 10, 2013

In my 2005 book The Resilient Enterprise: Overcoming Vulnerability for Competitive Advantage (MIT Press, 2005) I wrote that continuous security, resilience and risk mitigation efforts can be hampered by their own success. I gave the example of Sun Microsystems, which suffered a spate of freight thefts in Europe.

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Zipline Logistics

JULY 24, 2018

There is a plethora of information out there about the current transportation market and freight rates. We’re facing capacity restrictions like those experienced in 2004-2005. The post Latest Trucking Industry Outlook and Freight Rates Roundup, Q3 2018 appeared first on Zipline Logistics.

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Cathy Roberson

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The introduction of Amazon Prime and its free two-day shipping perk in 2005 drew many consumers to online shopping. It forced many competitors of Amazon also to offer free shipping to keep pace with the e-commerce behemoth. For daily thoughts and shares, be sure to follow me on Twitter and LinkedIn. I wear a number of hats these days.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 24, 2015

Only motivation is to save money on freight rates. RFP’s give you the opportunity to negotiate/award freight rates that will have a major impact on your budget for the year. Think outside the box, and look for opportunities to leverage continuous moves or dedicated operations to lower freight expense.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 8, 2013

Back in 2008, FedEx set a goal to improve the overall fuel efficiency of the FedEx Express global vehicle fleet 20 percent by 2020, as compared with its 2005 performance. which ultimately ended up at RedPrairie, now part of JDA Software). FedEx and BNSF made news this week on the green and sustainability front.

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DAT Solutions

APRIL 17, 2018

When Jim Syfan, CEO of Syfan Logistics , first started working in the freight brokerage business in the 1970s, there were no load boards, no desktop computers, no internet. By 2005, Turbo Logistics had grown from its four original employees to around 300, and had gross revenue of $150 million. They came in and set it up for us.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 11, 2017

Recent less than truckload (LTL) rates and capacity levels have been below the historical levels we saw from 2005-2010. Just as shippers use historical shipping data to improve their supply chains, LTL carriers are adopting technology that helps them be more efficient and better understand what freight is profitable and what freight isn’t.

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MIT Supply Chain

AUGUST 17, 2021

For example, the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull volcano eruption in Iceland caused a primary loss of freight transportation capacity, but that loss also robbed many companies of supply capacity. Global fallout not the rule Hurricane Katrina in 2005 did not have a high, global impact. In the matrix, this is referred to as a secondary impact.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 22, 2015

Back in 2012, for example, Walmart highlighted in its 2012 Global Responsibility Report how it improved the efficiency of its private fleet by almost 69 percent in 2011 compared to its 2005 baseline. For related commentary, see Transportation Collaboration: Optimizing Freight Costs by Sharing Capacity and 5 Principles for Greener Freight.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 12, 2015

The only time it was higher was in December 2005, when it had briefly crossed $15. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post The Changing Face of Manufacturing: How US Manufacturers are Looking Homeward appeared first on Freight Logistics Company | Cerasis.' Fall in the price of natural gas.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 23, 2015

By the 1960s, a clear trend had developed in shifting more time-dependent freight transportation to truck rather than rail. This led to the need for joint consideration of warehousing, material handling, and freight transportation, which emerged under the label of “Physical Distribution.”

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Con-way Announces Enhancements to Driver Pay Package at Con-way Freight. North American Freight Numbers July 2014. Menlo Logistics Announces Launch of New Brand and Website. Shipping startup Shyp comes to New York and soon Miami (VentureBeat). UPS, FedEx Want Retailers to Get Real on Holiday Shipping (WSJ – sub.

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AFFLINK

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

In 2005, however, the shortage amounted to roughly 20,000 drivers across the country. Not only does this exacerbate the shortage as there are fewer drivers hauling larger amounts of freight, but it also leads to massive supply chain issues like product shortages, extended delivery delays, and (ultimately) higher prices.

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Material Handling & Logistics

JULY 29, 2018

That is part of an overall vehicle efficiency goal of a 50% reduction (from a 2005 baseline) by 2025. The first delivery of commercially viable and available alternative jet fuels is anticipated in 2020.That Deutsche Post DHL Group is enlisting its subcontractors in its emission reduction activities.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

In April of 2005, just a month after completing my first half marathon (and vowing I would never run a full marathon in my life), I went to the finish line at the Boston Marathon and saw Team Hoyt for the first time. When I saw Team Hoyt cross the finish line in 2005, I turned to my now-wife and said “I want to run next year.”

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

By the 1960s, a clear trend had developed in shifting more time-dependent freight transportation to truck rather than rail. This led to the need for joint consideration of warehousing, material handling, and freight transportation, which emerged under the label of “Physical Distribution.”.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“You’ve got to tread carefully if you try to ratchet back ease of returns, so that you don’t drive your customer to your competitor,” said Chuck Johnston, who served as Walmart’s senior director of returns between 2005 and 2012 and is now the chief strategy officer at goTRG, a returns management company.

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Supply Chain Movement

DECEMBER 9, 2014

In the space of two minutes and 49 seconds, the title sequence of the film Lord of War (2005) presents a step-by-step insight into the supply chain of a bullet: from copper to customer. Instead, those films merely served as an excuse to feature freight trucks travelling at high speed and the widespread destruction of police cars and houses.

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Supply Chain Network

JUNE 15, 2011

Further analysis shows that 2010 was about on par with 2005, and still well below the pre-recession years. Penske Logistics delivers value through design, planning and execution in transportation, warehousing, and international freight forwarding and carrier management. The report reveals that business logistics costs rose to 8.3

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 17, 2016

There were subsequent challenges in 2005 and 2007. The logistics industry offers a number of promising applications in freight yards and distribution centers. The first challenge featured 15 self-driving cars trying to navigate a 142-mile course between California and Nevada. None of the robotic cars successfully finished the race.

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DAT Solutions

AUGUST 25, 2017

Hurricane Katrina, which devastated New Orleans and other parts of the region in 2005, came ashore as a Category 3, but Harvey is a Category 4 and may retain that strength and speed when it makes landfall. Harvey Will Affect Fuel Prices and Freight Transportation. Harvey will be the first major hurricane to make landfall in the U.S.

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