Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Target is increasing its use of larger delivery vehicles in markets served by its sortation centers, improving capacity and creating more efficient routes, executive vice president and COO John Mulligan said on an earnings call last week. That’s all for this week.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The unprecedented cargo logjams off the southern California coast wreaking havoc on supply chains show no signs of waning. Carrier capacity tops the list of parcel shippers’ challenges. E-commerce order volume keeps climbing, straining carrier capacity with shippers sending more parcels outbound and receiving more returns inbound.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Merchants can use the service, called Multi-Channel Distribution, to send inventory to warehouses run by other logistics providers, other online marketplaces and even to physical stores to be put on shelves. However, most sellers will also see lower estimated capacity limits for November. “In

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon has launched a new fulfillment center in Riyadh doubling its total storage capacity in Saudi Arabia and increasing selling opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses. million cubic feet capacity can store more than 9 million products, according to a statement. billion.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 29, 2023

Disrupted Logistics in Supply Chain Over the last four to five years, we have experienced disrupted logistics—broadly defined here as the interruption or complete breakdown of the supply chain functions at one or multiple levels. Similar behavior was seen across road transport and air cargo. million vacant job openings.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2022

What does this have to do with logistics you ask? And now on to this week’s logistics news: Alphabet’s Wing Develops Fleet of New Drones for More Efficient Package Delivery. Long Beach, LA ports set June cargo records. The influx of cargo is due to several reasons, according to port officials.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Logistics tech in 2022 has been unavoidably shaped by the two years that preceded it. So without further ado, here’s your: Key Reads Logistics Tech Research and Updates for 2022. In this webinar, Robert Khachatryan, CEO of Freight Right Global Logistics, shares his take on how forwarders can thrive. The Weekly Freight Update.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

From its peak, 97% flight capacity was reduced from Singapore Airlines. Typically, 45% to 50% of cargo is carried in belly holds of aircraft. With such dramatic reductions in flights, Singapore’s status of a logistics hub was put severely at risk. The incessant flight cancellations caused major constrains to capacity.

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Freightos

APRIL 6, 2020

Meanwhile, massive passenger airline restrictions dramatically reduced air cargo capacity, sending rates through the roof. And, through it all, logistics providers keep critical goods moving. WebCargo Sky , the world’s largest air cargo platform for live pricing, capacity assessment, and eBooking from global airlines.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The platform boasts a network of over 15,000 vetted drivers who own and operate their own vehicles, utilizing their time and excess cargo capacity to earn extra income. FRAYT has a network of over 15,000 vetted drivers who own and operate their own vehicles, utilizing their time and excess cargo capacity to earn extra income.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The platform boasts a network of over 22,000 vetted drivers who own and operate their own vehicles, utilizing their time and excess cargo capacity to earn extra income. FRAYT has a network of over 15,000 vetted drivers who own and operate their own vehicles, utilizing their time and excess cargo capacity to earn extra income.

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Freightos

JANUARY 15, 2024

Despite these efforts, to date the attacks continue, pushing most major carriers representing over 60% of global container capacity, to alter their routes. The decrease in logistics costs led 35% of importers to lower their product prices, possibly contributing to the easing of inflation rates.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Taken together with reports that utilization levels are over 90% to the West Coast, though closer to 80% to the East Coast, spot rates still above contract levels and likely above break-even mean carriers – for now – are managing transpac capacity successfully. Freightos Air Index data show Asia – N. Europe rates of $3.70/kg

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most recently, the recent disruptions in the Red Sea that saw ocean freight rates from China to Europe by over 190% and saw transit times lengthen, sea-air services offered a strategic advantage for logistics professionals able to remain agile, by watching trends and jumping at opportunities to ensure a resilient supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

And now on this week’s logistics news. What Berglund is referring to is the advantage that shipping lines hold for negotiations with cargo shippers for 2022 and beyond. Xeneta currently puts the Asia-West Coast spot rate at just under $10,000 per FEU, with some cargoes paying additional priority shipment fees of $1,400-$7,500.

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American Global Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2023

As we navigate the third quarter of 2023, it's time to examine air cargo's role in global commerce. Air cargo is now essential for global supply chains and offers many benefits for businesses worldwide. Air cargo refers to the transportation of goods via an air carrier, which may be charter or commercial.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In air cargo, the seasonal lull combined with overall low demand is pushing volumes below pre-pandemic levels at some of Europe’s major hubs , though some in the industry are hopeful that electronics product launches set to begin soon could drive some peak season rebound in the coming months nonetheless.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 14, 2023

Logistics Procurement – Performance Management by LSCMS Shippers’ Council Shortly after the outset of COVID, in early 2020, supply chains have been disrupted across the globe. Logistics Managers need to address other elements namely: How do we measure ocean freight spending against market levels?

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Freightos

APRIL 12, 2016

We’re huge fans of innovation in the logistics space. Which is why we’re taking our hats off to SpaceX for delivering 7,000 lbs of cargo to the International Space Station (ISS) this week using a reusable rocket – the Falcon 9. Spacex’s cargo ship ‘Dragon’ Space Delivery As Science Fiction.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. 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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Turvo

JULY 15, 2021

In the logistics and shipping industry, capacity refers to the amount of space secured on trucks and other vehicles to carry shipment loads. This generally gets referred to as trucking capacity, and it remains one of the most critical aspects of dealing with supply chain disruptions.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 19, 2022

Why do logistics service providers keep moaning about having too much work to do? through online logistics platforms). In short, many logistics service providers and transport companies are failing to profit from the market shortage, probably because they are – mistakenly – afraid of losing customers. Logistics capacity.

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Supply Chain Movement

MAY 19, 2022

Why do logistics service providers keep moaning about having too much work to do? through online logistics platforms). In short, many logistics service providers and transport companies are failing to profit from the market shortage, probably because they are – mistakenly – afraid of losing customers. Logistics capacity.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 31, 2022

Integrating ERP with TMS and WMS in Logistics! Logistics chain companies are often tied down by the schedules and requirements of their warehouse clients or partners. But if there was some delay in the sorting and packing of the cargo, their trucks would spend additional waiting and idle time at the warehouse.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This relative stability in September – though these rates, even with elevated volumes, are still partially facilitated by significant capacity restrictions by carriers – could point to the consistency in volumes projected by the NRF and the possibility of a moderate but sustained peak through October. kg since early August.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 9, 2024

The term “logistics” may be relatively new, but its general principles date back to ancient civilizations. The early Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans pioneered the principles of logistics and designed trade routes to facilitate their connections with other nations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Descartes is a software-as-a-service provider of logistics solutions. In some logistics application areas, like global trade compliance , they are a market leader. You can browse headlines on any business news site and see the word supply chain and logistics more than you would have seen before.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Executive Summary In need of creative solutions from a logistics partner, one of the top American chemical companies approached BR Williams.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 20, 2018

International transportation is dealing with ongoing challenges of tighter capacity. From import space and export space tightening up and a hot drayage market causing capacity constraints to volatile air freight rates – international transportation has had its share of challenges the last 10-12 months. Drayage Capacity Issues Remain.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 15, 2023

Leveraging Your Bargaining Power in Logistics Service Provider Negotiations by LSCMS Shippers’ Council The logistics industry is a complex and constantly evolving ecosystem that plays a vital role in the global economy. Logistics is a derived demand. Build relationships Logistics is still very much a people business.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2018

Assuming current trends hold, and NAFTA remains largely intact, here are five things to consider when managing cross-border logistics between the United States and Mexico: 1. Other documents include : Material Safety Data Sheet, Packing Slip, Letter of Instructions ( La Carta de Instrucciones ), Inward Cargo Manifest, and Freight Invoice.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis Ocean spot rates fell nearly across the board last week on a mix of a Golden Week lull, a more general easing of volumes, and persistent capacity growth. Asia – N. kg, and Asia – N.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2021

For ocean cargo, however, if a shipment gets bumped to the next ship, it can add up to 15 days to the transit time. For ocean cargo, there are multiple sources feeding into ETAs, including the initial Captains ETA as well as ASI data from ship transponders. It is a lot harder for many companies to find capacity on boats.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 4, 2018

From the last half of 2017 through today and beyond, a slew of market forces, some predictable and some unexpected, have combined to create a very real truck capacity shortage in the United States. The past, present and future market forces causing today’s extreme truck capacity shortage include: Strong Economy. Holiday Season.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Executive Summary In need of creative solutions from a logistics partner, one of the top American chemical companies approached BR Williams.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

A third of all cargo is carried in passenger planes. So to meet capacity, airlines started to convert passenger planes into cargo planes at scale. In the last quarter of 2020, it became clear cargo rates weren’t coming down anytime soon. Logistics is global. And it’s not just ocean freight. Credit: Lufthansa ).

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Freightos

OCTOBER 31, 2023

This relative stability shows carriers are having some success creating a new price floor through capacity reductions even as volumes ease and fleet sizes grow. In air cargo, there are signs that global volumes are increasing. Freight news travels faster than cargo Get industry-leading insights in your inbox. Asia – N.

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