GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Higher freight volumes. Download the Report: 2021 Peak Shipping Season Survey. Download Report.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Singapore 12th August 2021: Recognising the heightened focus on overall supply chain performance due to increased disruption and challenges, shippers, manufacturers and beneficial cargo owners (BCO’s), are increasingly faced with soaring freights rates and what they, correctly or otherwise, perceive to be sub-standard or inferior service.

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

The implication for global freight beyond the now typical uncertainty is predictably elevated operational costs and soaring freight rates. This is a significant shift from late 2021, when 93% faced serious disruptions. In other words, while demand was dropping, supply of capacity was increasing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 20, 2023

It was priced at $12 a year for some time, though the company increased its pricing to $18 in December 2021. Instances of cargo theft increased markedly in 2022, driven in large measure by thieves using fictitious pickups. They estimate $223 million in cargo was stolen across all theft events in 2022.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Jeff is the CEO of Tucker Company Worldwide , the oldest privately-held freight brokerage in North America, specializing in notoriously complicated freight, like temperature-controlled, oversized, and high-value, high-security shipments. Jeff Tucker and Joe Lynch discuss the Breakbulk Americas conference. About Jeff Tucker.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

UPS is seeking alternative strategies for its truck brokerage business, which has seen sales plummet amid a freight recession marked by declining rates and over capacity. More than $728 million is on the way to communities around the nation to bolster intermodal freight infrastructure. The money is coming through the U.S.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Mark spent over 7 years in leadership with the second largest freight brokerage in North America, Total Quality Logistics. In 2017, Mark recognized a need for logistics service providers to have better access to cost effective All-Risk Shipper’s Interest Cargo Insurance with focus on Mexico. Mark earned a B.S.,

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

The volume of ocean shipments grew two-fold in the past decade, and the price of an ocean shipment increased 9-10X from 2020-2021. Ocean carriers, struggling to make a profit for the past ten years, collectively will post 200 billion in profitability in 2021. Freight Rates 2019-2021. jump in apparel costs and 5.5%

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Typically, 45% to 50% of cargo is carried in belly holds of aircraft. 2021 marked DB Schenker’s 51st year in Singapore. With longstanding strategic partnerships with the carriers, they were able to switch freight modes with ease, even amidst the tight market. Singapore’s Status a Global Hub.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

To help our customers keep track and make informed decisions about their freight transportation options, we have developed “ a logistics eco-calculator” hosted on our website. LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – September 2021. Synopsis: GeTS Webinar 9th Sept 2021. Photo Credit: United Airlines. Acting for Responsible Trade.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2022

Cargo losses escalate as thieves target cars, electronics. The Port of Oakland reported cargo in April dropped 7 percent compared to the same period a year ago due to factory and port shutdowns in China. During the peak of port congestion in 2021, as many as 30 ships were waiting to enter an Oakland berth. s CargoNet.

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CHAINalytics

MARCH 1, 2022

Because of fourth quarter volume surges, ongoing congestion at ports around the world, and 2021’s (and first quarter 2022’s) limited container availability, demand has outpaced available capacity. Predictably, short-term capacity remains at a premium. This is the second post in a three-part series.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2024

It’s more than doubled the number of robots deployed in its fulfillment centers and warehouses in the last three years, from 350,000 in 2021 to 750,000 by last June. 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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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2022

FedEx plans to test autonomous drone cargo delivery with Elroy Air. Air Canada wants more cargo jets 3 months after launching service. FedEx also plans to test autonomous drone cargo delivery, partnering with Elroy Air. Chipotle had planned to sell all third-party certified humane chicken by the end of 2021.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

In 2021, 87% of Americans were negatively impacted by the supply chain. In Fortune 500 earnings calls for Q3 of 2021, “supply chain” mentions were up 412% from Q3 in 2020. Thanks to container prices rising as much as 600%, money that could be used for advertising went to freight companies instead. Chain Store Age ).

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

When moving cargo, can shipments be consolidated more? Tim has crafted delivery solutions for many e-commerce clients and managed the supply chains for several chemical and freight forwarding companies. LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – September 2021. Synopsis: GeTS Webinar 9th Sept 2021. Can pallets weigh less?

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3PL Insights

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Amidst all of these stories of shortages and bottlenecks, we thought it would be helpful to explain the basics of shipping ocean freight. In this article, we will explain the shipping process, identify the different types of cargo, and show the benefits of ocean freight shipping. What is Ocean Freight? Types of Cargo.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

More and more cargo shifted to ocean transport until the container imbalances resulted in issues with “rolling the freight” from ship to ship despite confirmed bookings. With the rising costs of accessorial charges as the freight sat on the dock, moving freight by ocean container grew more problematic.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Predict and Prevent Freight Damage with Ilya Preston. Ilya Preston and Joe Lynch discuss ways to predict and prevent freight damage. Freight damage is not only expensive and upsetting to customers, but it is also ridiculously hard to figure out where, when, and how it occurred. Key Takeaways: Predict and Prevent Freight Damage.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The low rates that triggered Hanjin’s bankruptcy in 2017 quickly became a thing of the past, as surging demand, congestion, and a litany of global shipping catastrophes pushed ocean freight rates into the stratosphere. Including, of course by leveraging global freight tech for BCOs. The Weekly Freight Update. View weekly update.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The ”end” they refer to – whether it’s forwarding, fulfillment, or platforms for B2B or B2C sales – remains fairly ambiguous, spanning an acquisition of fashion logistics company HUUB in September 2021 to an investment in rapid fashion production company Unmade. Accelerating the shift. Image via StarAir.dk). Enter Big Tech.

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Turvo

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Going into 2021, supply networks were already dealing with rising demand, increasing port congestion, and production delays. Furthermore, port restrictions and the Ever Given being stranded in the Suez Canal for nearly a week slowed cargo movements and worsened congestion. percentage points. Global chip shortages.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 15, 2021

CALISTA is a platform that provides companies access to reliable and competitive freight options, timely visibility of cargo movements, accurate advisory on trade formalities and compliance to regulations, and availability of fuss-free working capital support. LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – April 2021.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2022

Drennan struggled to obtain a driver’s license from the Railroad Commission in charge of regulating motor-freight at the time, allegedly because of her hearing loss, though Drennan believed it to be related to her gender. This, however, lead to many problems, as the industry became less forgiving to a woman without a husband.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Which brings us to international freight. trillion dollars in 2021 , up 13% from 2019. The cost of importing a 40’ container from China to the United States West Coast grew 1,000% from $1,800 in 2019 to over $20,000 in September 2021 according to our Freightos Baltic Index (FBX). and a shifting international format mix.”.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

Cargo ships lost 661 containers at sea in 2022, down from the 15-year average of 1,566 lost per year, according to the latest figures from the World Shipping Council (WSC). Target’s inventories at the end of the last quarter were 16 percent lower than the same period a year ago and Walmart cut inventories in its U.S.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

IDC also forecasts that by 2023, 30 percent of Asian enterprises will ship freight using a SaaS-enabled platform, resulting in improved efficiencies in load matching and reduced shipping costs. Dynamic routing has empowered logistics providers to consider plans B, C and D, offering alternative options of ocean and air freight cargo.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

The trend is borne out in the 2021 State of North America Manufacturing Report produced annually by research and publishing firm Thomasnet.com. Operators of warehouses, trucking fleets and other freight businesses say they are paring their payroll growth as the supply-chain disruptions that led to tens of thousands of new jobs recede.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 15, 2021

Wood pallets used for export shipments also contain an unhealthy level of formaldehyde due to fumigation, posing an unnecessary health risk for cargo handlers. We can demonstrate how companies can “go green” and clean up their supply chains by adopting cargo moving equipment that is environmentally friendly, recyclable and, cost efficient.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2024

percent decrease from 2021. The company said it took a $157 million impairment charge for permanently deactivating the 757 cargo jets along with seven engines. By the end of September, FedEx will no longer be the primary air cargo provider for the U.S. Postal Service after UPS recently won the five-year contract.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

AUGUST 17, 2021

For global freight shippers, managing disruption comes with the job. Supply chain disruptions that consist of port and terminal congestion, shipping delays due to high cargo volumes, lack of labor due to Covid-19 and limited space have caused a myriad of challenges for shippers. After mergers and consolidations, only 9 remain in 2021.

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ShipBob

JULY 14, 2022

In today’s hyper-connected world, freight forwarding can seem like a lone holdout. Combining this pre-existing state of freight with the events of the past two-plus years of pandemic-related disruptions and grasping the micro- and macro-dynamics becomes even harder. What’s causing the delays in freight shipments?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 16, 2021

An indication for this belief is the level of fundraising reached by digital players like Flock Freight, a trucking platform and project44, a supply chain visibility platform, which reached US$113.5 LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine – March 2021. million and US$100 million respectively. Green Corridor: Gemba Your Way to Green!

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Freightos

OCTOBER 31, 2022

His Kickstarter campaign launched in January of 2021 and raised over $3 million dollars. . But then global freight kicked in. . It really got tricky when we hadover thousands of unitsin production and were starting to book freight and suddenly realized that the cost of freight was almost 4 or 5X what we had budgeted.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 15, 2018

For example, DHL analyzes 58 different parameters of internal data to create a machine learning model for air freight. Rather than subjective guesswork, this method allows freight forwarders to predict if the average daily transit time is expected to rise or fall up to a week in advance. billion by the end of 2021.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

FedEx Express will have its aircraft fleet focus on moving priority package volume, while the air cargo giant leans on third-party providers to move less urgent shipments, FedEx President and CEO Raj Subramaniam said during a conference on Tuesday. FedEx Express moves an average of 6.3

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

If we take a closer look, we can see that global aviation, including domestic and international; passenger and freight accounts for 2.5% Today about 90% of non-bulk cargo worldwide is transported by a container. But to be honest, the shipping industry is as much of a culprit. of the world’s carbon emissions.

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