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This Week in Logistics News (September 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

Transporting parts and materials to assembly lines and between manufacturing cells is one of the industry’s most complex and inefficient tasks, often resulting in production bottlenecks, Rockwell Automation noted. Garvis designed from the ground up an AI-first forecasting solution now called DemandAI+.

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Sustainability vs. profitability: Is it one or the other?

Kinaxis

Nestle combined parts of its supply chain for fresh and chilled products in Belgium with PepsiCo, a clear rival. The result was a 44% reduction in transportation costs, 55% lower carbon emissions and higher customer satisfaction levels. The report shows carbon gas reduction between 13-22% uplifted revenue by 5-20%.

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5 Ways Businesses Are Uncovering Success With AI In Manufacturing

ToolsGroup

Keyence, a company based in Belgium, specializes in the design and supply of machine vision systems for automated inspection in different manufacturing facilities. Automating internal transportation activities eliminates production bottlenecks and increases productivity. Computer Vision. But it’s only one part of a digitalization plan.

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The Impact of SOLAS on Ocean Shipping and Data Management

Talking Logistics

Each of these supply chain participants may use various protocols, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Transportation Management (TM) systems, and information may be transmitted at different times. For more information, please visit the SOLAS Container Weight Resource Center.

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Amazon News Cycle Accelerates With a Purpose

Supply Chain Matters

Last week included the announced acquisition of warehouse robotics firm Cloostermans-Huwaert NV , a Belgium based tech provider whose technology supports the automated movement and stacking of heavy pallets or totes within warehouse facilities. Amazon has the financial resources to elongate such efforts.

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How Do You Saw a Ship in Half… Underwater?

The Network Effect

About 20 miles north of the French coast near Dunkirk, on a foggy night on December 14 2002, The Tricolor was cruising westward on its way to Southampton England from Zeebrugge Belgium. The Tricolor was a car carrier and was loaded with a precious cargo of almost 3000 European cars. The Professional Mariner. Wikipedia: MV Tricolor.

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Brussels Attacks: What You Need to Know

Elementum

Transportation and business operations grind to a halt in the wake of deadly terrorist attacks in Brussels. Multiple explosions rocked Brussels , the capital city of Belgium, on Tuesday, leaving 34 dead and more than 230 injured, many in critical condition. Photo courtesy Wall Street Journal. ISIS Claims Responsibility.