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Ready For the Next Port Crisis?

Talking Logistics

In 2013, the average moves per-vessel, per-hour for ports in Asia was about 90, while European ports averaged 67 and ports in the Americas averaged 62. The bottom line for all U.S. economy,” said Kurt Nagle, AAPA’s president and CEO. “To

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Customer Advisory – Hurricane Michael

CH Robinson Transportfolio

The storm has directly impacted Florida, Georgia and both North and South Carolina. The disruption to the supply chain will be felt across North America. Our thoughts are with everyone affected in these areas as they endure the situation. Supporting our Customers and Carriers. Our carrier capacity remains open. Intermodal.

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Skillfully Managing Manufacturing Reshoring Projects

GlobalTranz

It’s good for America. Reshoring may also require a significant investment in the renewal and updating of aging factories in America. Otis attempted a reshoring project, bringing production from Mexico to South Carolina. Walmart has pledged to spend $250 billion over the next 10 years for U.S.-made An Example.

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ScottsMiracle-Gro Improves Distribution System in Sustainability and Customer Service

Supply Chain Network

ScottsMiracle-Gro currently has warehouses connected to operations for the co-distribution of fertilizer with growing media products at 16 locations in Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin. In the U.S., Phone: 212.704.4593.

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[INFOGRAPHIC, REPORT, & INTERACTIVE MAP] The US Manufacturing Workforce & Making it In America

GlobalTranz

INFOGRAPHIC: Making it In America. Making it in America showcases the opportunities manufacturing offers millions of workers and the variety of career pathways available. US Manufacturing Interactive Footprint Map. Census Bureau 2013). Infographics Manufacturing'

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. Kansas’ produce season transportation spikes influence freight capacity and rates in early summer continuing through August. North Carolina. South Carolina. What is produce season?

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Manufacturing and the Titanium Economy

Enterra Insights

Whether or not you buy-in to the term “Titanium Economy,” there is a new appreciation for America’s manufacturing sector. As Padhi notes, “There is one problem with America’s Titanium Economy: We need more of it. Anecdotally, he discusses the town of Simpsonville, South Carolina, now home to a Michelin plant.