The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

For example, Maersk ordered eight 16,000 TEU vessels to be operated on carbon-neutral methanol fuel, while DHL has purchased large amounts of sustainable aviation fuel and ordered 12 all-electric cargo planes. The Smart Freight Procurement Guidelines published by SFC provide shippers with a useful roadmap for achieving this.

Resource Reduction 237

Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Freight Optimal Sourcing 237

GlobalTranz

APRIL 17, 2018

Things go wrong, but freight or cargo insurance , often reserved for less-than-truckload and full truckload shipments, is available for parcels as well. Consider Event-Specific Labeling Guidelines. Certain events, like trade shows and fairs, may have specific labeling guidelines and requirements for all incoming freight.

Material Savings 151

Material Savings Shipping Cost Reduction Strategies Negotiating Skills 151

DAT Solutions

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

TIA members who are new to the industry find value in the sample contracts, educational webinars, and the Certified Transportation Broker program. TIA Frameworks – Expert-created guidelines to help you improve your business practices and make the right call in tough situations.

Freight 70

Freight Third Party Logistics Education Guidelines 70

GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Double check all cargo nets, ropes, tie downs, and other load-confining implements before driving. Wide and oversize load transporters need to have the necessary permits, as well as use the correct signage and follow any pilot car guidelines. If you are unsure as to which axle configuration or trailer of using, ask an expert. .

Shipping 120

Shipping Cost Reduction Strategies Guidelines Transportation 120

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Getting cargo from one place to another is big business. Nationally and internationally, whether the shipper transports the cargo in plastic storage boxes by truck, crates by train, or cases by ship, the keys to success in proper air freight packaging lie in doing the job rapidly, efficiently and safely.

Packaging 120

Packaging Security Freight Material Savings 120

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

You also are reducing risk for the manufacturer, because the 3PL will even cover the cargo insurance for shipments. Author information Adam Robinson Adam Robinson oversees the overall marketing strategy for Cerasis including website development, social media and content marketing, trade show marketing, email campaigns, and webinar marketing.

Cost Reduction Strategies 120

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Waste Reduction Manufacturing 120

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 29, 2016

All freight forwarders, freight brokers, motor carriers, which includes private and for-hire motor carriers of passengers and freight, IEPs , and cargo tank manufacturing and repair facilities under the jurisdiction of the FMCSA are going to be required to register with this platform.

Inventory Reduction 120

Inventory Reduction Transportation Logistics Network Optimization Software System 120