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The Race for Last Mile Drones

Logistics Viewpoints

The two designs, one that looks more like a small plane used by hobbyists and another with a big belly used for additional cargo space, were recently unveiled in a company blog post. Founded in 2011, Matternet offers and end-to-end drones delivery solution around the world that uses its proprietary M2 Drone, Cloud Platform, and Station.

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Supplier Risk Management: 4 Things To Look Out for During On-Site Evaluations

GlobalTranz

Specifically, in the transportation and logistics industry it can be very beneficial to visit your carriers in person. Does the training cover how to properly perform pre-trip inspections, how to properly secure cargo, or what to do in the case of emergency? Ben is a graduate of the University of Virginia.

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FMCSA Grants $1 Million to Veterans Who Want to Be Trained as Truck Drivers

GlobalTranz

Add to this the 2011 “Joining Forces” campaign which has educated over 380,000 veterans with plans to educate 435,000 more by 2018, and it’s clear the government is putting resources behind these goals. Transportation trucking'