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This Week in Logistics News (November 4-8, 2013)

Talking Logistics

NAFTA Trade in August 2013 than in August 2012. percent from last year, which includes contributions from the company’s acquisition of Phoenix International Freight Services in October 2012. percent in the quarter compared to Q3 2012. million for the same period in 2012. Three of Five Modes Carried More U.S.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 7-11, 2013)

Talking Logistics

Freight Shipments Rose 0.4% UPS Expands Expedited Ocean Freight Service To Mexico. The Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ (BTS) Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) reached its second highest level in history in August, rising 0.4 percent from August 2012. percent from August 2012.

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Delivery Drones are Taking Off! (Infographic)

Supply Chain Game Changer

Initially drones were primarily associated with the military and aviation sectors, however, they are now being increasingly used for various activities within the leisure, non-profit and commercial spheres. million to a $1 billion industry in the five years between 2012 to 2017. What Are Consumer Attitudes Towards Drones?