Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 28, 2023

UPS is the largest parcel delivery company in North America. The company generated over $100 billion in revenue in their last financial year. The Petition UPS, like many companies, claim that their “people are their most valuable asset. There is an interesting back story to the heat protection clauses.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

With market swings and changing consumer demands forcing companies to adapt to stay competitive, one approach that has gained popularity in recent years is the use of Global Shipping Alliances (GSAs), which are agreements between multiple carriers to share vessels, routes, and other resources. Where do we stand today?

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DELMIA Quintiq

MARCH 29, 2023

Most of the companies never really resumed the pre-recession rate of expenditure growth. This shift is more prominent in North America as they have typically, bigger houses and therefore, more scope for concepts such as a home gym and home office. Similar behavior was seen across road transport and air cargo.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

Companies, for their part, are pushing to close the gender bias, and will continue to do so. According to a recent report, the company canceled, closed, or delayed 99 fulfillment facilities, impacting nearly 32.3 A central part of Amazon’s ultrafast delivery strategy is its network of warehouses that the company calls same-day sites.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

The company is setting up a new “Development Center” to support Amazon Scout, which is a fully electric autonomous delivery robot that is being tested in four US locations. This was part of the reason the company missed its 2008 goal to reduce aircraft emissions by 20 percent by the end of 2020. Container shipping prices skyrocket.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2022

While conditions have eased in North America, port congestion has gotten much worse in China. Shippers – the companies paying Ocean, Rail, and Truck carriers to transport their goods – can do little to speed shipments snarled by port congestion. Ocean ETAs are focused on when a ship gets into port and begins to unload its cargo.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Firstly, Pitt Ohio’ s services span across North America. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company started out by offering less-than-truckload (LTL) service, then expanded into truckload (TL), supply chain, and ground service. The company also offers a loyalty program called Package Points.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Firstly, Pitt Ohio’ s services span across North America. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company started out by offering less-than-truckload (LTL) service, then expanded into truckload (TL), supply chain, and ground service. The company also offers a loyalty program called Package Points.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Firstly, Pitt Ohio’ s services span across North America. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company started out by offering less-than-truckload (LTL) service, then expanded into truckload (TL), supply chain, and ground service. The company also offers a loyalty program called Package Points.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

The EU has started to work on charting out a plan for that transition, but other large markets like North America and China will likely not follow them in 2024. More companies are using biodegradable packaging to replace bubble wrap, but the costs are still nowhere near as low as plastic.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It has been the opposite of smooth sailing, and many companies understandably have fallen back almost exclusively on short-term thinking. It was recently reported that one of the world’s biggest container logistics companies, Maersk, will only handle cargo from direct shippers, cutting out freight forwarders.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Shippers, beneficial cargo owners or non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOCCs) are responsible for verifying weights. As often occurs with new requirements, questions continue to swirl and some companies are going to feel ill-prepared as the deadline arises. What does this mean for you?

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Turvo

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A problem also linked to shipping companies. Chinese container companies, which dominate the market, are charging $2,500 for a new container, up from $1,600 last year. Containers from Asia were shipped to North America, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, almost nothing moved in the opposite direction.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 13, 2022

The advent of containerization heralded a revolution in cargo handling techniques, the ramifications of which are still influencing maritime trade all over the world today. The extreme need to traverse these nuances has propelled logistics companies to develop new solutions and expand services.

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Cathy Roberson

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

It's not going to be perfect heading into the holiday season, but we feel good about it,” retailer Express CEO, Matt Moellering said during the company’s recent earnings call on Aug. The company estimates that China could account for less than 30% of its sales at the end of 2021, down from about 50% in 2018.

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Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 10, 2022

22 earnings call, Subramaniam said FedEx Ground had signed 96% of its 6,000 contractors onto a peak season incentive program , which leaves the company “well-positioned” to deliver for the holidays. Ocean Shipping Giant MSC Announces Air Cargo Service. Wary of Unpredictable Operations Costs, DHL Expands Robotics Partnership.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Planes, Cranes, and Barges: How America Is Adapting to Supply Chain Chaos. With global cargo lanes clogged, businesses are turning to new ways to deliver goods. Mississippi River cargo traffic near Luling, La. Nearby are distribution centers for companies ranging from Macy’s Inc. And 25 miles north, Intel Corp.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 20, 2018

Similar to what’s happening in North America when it comes to long-haul domestic capacity, which has been affected by driver shortages and the new electronic logging devices (ELD) regulations, strong imports and exports combined with heavy port congestion and an inadequate supply of trained drivers is causing this market to tighten up.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

What’s becoming clear, however, is that digital supply chain transformation is not enough; companies also have to transform their physical supply chain networks to adequately meet the more demanding challenges and opportunities before them. The company still relies on some outdated equipment and manual processes of the type rival FedEx Corp.

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Gravity Supply Chain

JULY 9, 2020

When data only gets fed back along the cargo’s journey from certain checkpoints throughout the critical path, it is near to impossible for businesses to know: the geographical location of goods in transit. overall environmental/health status of cargo. Boasting features such as: Rail Tracking (North America).

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Freightos

APRIL 24, 2016

Break-bulk loaded cargo was poorly secured required a Tetris-like approach to handle diverse sizes of packages. Small trucker, Malcom McLean, fumes at slow loading of cargo aboard ship – “There has to be a better way.”. McLean purchases a steamship and a railroad terminal company. Significance. Loading costs plummet.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

From the very beginning, Amazon’s mission has been to be the earth’s most customer-centric company. The company also offers a range of logistics services to third-party sellers, allowing them to tap into Amazon’s extensive network and benefit from the same efficient delivery options.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

In addition to Target, Amazon, Costco, Home Depot and Wal-Mart are among the large retailers that have chartered container ships to move goods from Asia to North America. Now, air shipping is increasingly in demand by retailers whose products would otherwise languish off the coast of Southern California or in congested Chinese ports.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 31, 2023

market, we're taking the next big step in that direction," Abigail Kammerzell, Head of Sustainability, H&M North America, said in a statement. Catch my twice-a-week column on air cargo, freight forwarding, and the express markets, and the occasional podcast on Air Cargo Next. I wear a number of hats these days.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 14, 2021

There are various reasons for the high driver churn rate faced by the trucking industry in North America: Uncertain work hours : Drivers are expected to work for long hours depending on delivery schedules and timelines. Improving communications: Creating open lines of communication can benefit everyone in your company.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

Break-bulk loaded cargo was poorly secured required a Tetris-like approach to handle diverse sizes of packages. Small trucker, Malcom McLean, fumes at slow loading of cargo aboard ship – “There has to be a better way.”. McLean purchases a steamship and a railroad terminal company. Significance. The Early Days: 1956-1960s.

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America. Overall, ramps continue to be closed and may begin reopening Friday, September 1; rail companies are beginning to evaluate the damage as the week progresses. Operations for freight cargo will remain closed until further notice.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

TomTom launches toll reporting to help transport companies manage costs. Port truck drivers on West Coast protest costs, working conditions ( Cargo Business News ). This follows the company’s acquisition of 3PD this past July, another provider of heavy goods, last-mile logistics in North America.

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TMC

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Companies with supply chains that span more than one continent often have shipments, whether inbound or outbound, being transported to various regions of the world to contend with. In other words, small carriers own most of the available capacity in North America. How to deal with growing supply chain complexity.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2016

in the year-earlier period, suggesting the company relied more heavily on pricey third-party couriers to help dispatch goods during the holidays, Mr. Mahaney said. In other supply chain and logistics news… This is How Google’s Project Wing Drone Delivery Service Could Work (Fast Company). from 10.9% Moving on to 3PL news, C.H.

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Logistics Bureau

JUNE 15, 2020

At the beginning of this year, all expectations were for rates to remain flat, perhaps even making air freight a viable alternative to ocean shipping for companies that wouldn’t ordinarily consider the option. Capacity from Asia Pacific to North America – down by 17%. Using passenger airliners to provide cargo-only services.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Trucking Companies Boost Big-Rig Orders on Rising Shipping Demand (WSJ – sub. Daimler Trucks North America launches 3D printed parts program (Commercial Carrier Journal). The company said on Wednesday “that soaring online purchases have caused delays in its distribution network,” according to Reuters.

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Tailwind

JANUARY 23, 2020

Cargo Logistics Canada is North America’s Multi-modal Supply Chain Expo. It addresses the needs of cargo owners, managers and agents who contract the flow of goods through Canadian supply chains. CLC encompasses the entire cargo spectrum – all major transportation modes and all cargo types, under one roof.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 29, 2020

or Canada, make certain to watch our video on customs best practices with Ben Bidwell, director of North America customs and compliance, in order to better understand requirements, expectations and regulations for PPE. In this environment, we’re seeing companies turn to air freight to move their personal protective equipment quickly.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Back in June, Descartes acquired Customs Info , and the company has made several other acquisitions in this solution space over the past few years. The total upfront cost was under $12 million for both companies, which were owned by common investors. and Accelerating Supply Chain Speed and Efficiency with Global Trade Data.

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America. Overall, ramps continue to be closed and may begin reopening Friday, September 1; rail companies are beginning to evaluate the damage as the week progresses. Operations for freight cargo will remain closed until further notice.

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America. Overall, ramps continue to be closed and may begin reopening Friday, September 1; rail companies are beginning to evaluate the damage as the week progresses. Operations for freight cargo will remain closed until further notice.

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