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Cargo Theft: Know the Types and What To Do When It Happens

GlobalTranz

If your business ships freight , you never want to hear the words "cargo" and "theft" in the same sentence. Cargo theft is a hot topic and major concern in the logistics industry and has been on the rise in recent years. 1 Incidents of cargo theft don't just cost you time and money. And rightly so!

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Freight broker vs. freight forwarder vs. 3PL: Which is right for you?

GlobalTranz

While a freight forwarder may sound similar to a freight broker, their role in logistics is much more hands-on. A freight forwarder takes possession of the cargo, often by owning the containers used to ship goods. What is a freight forwarder? What is a 3PL? Freight Broker vs Freight Forwarder vs 3PL: Which is Right for Your Business?

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This Week in Logistics News (June 15 – 21)

Logistics Viewpoints

bans exports by Oregon freight-forwarder in warning shot to industry Container losses fall to record low Warehouse wages rise to average of $18.99 That is a decrease of two-thirds over the 661 containers reported lost overboard in 2023. It was not long ago that a starting warehouse employee made $12 to $14 per hour on the high end.

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3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena

The Logistics of Logistics

3PL Basics: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics with Roberto Cadena. Robert Cadena and Joe Lynch provide an introduction to 3rd party logistics. 3rd party logistics services include 5 major categories: 1.) Warehousing 3.) Logistics 4.) Key Takeaways: An Introduction to 3rd Party Logistics.

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Top 25 3PL warehousing companies in 2020 (by revenue)

6 River Systems

Third-party logistics companies ( 3PLs ) specialize in distribution, warehousing and fulfillment services. The core competency of these companies is logistics , and they do it well. Read on to learn more about the top revenue-earning 3PL warehousing companies in 2020.

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Evans Distribution Activates Foreign Trade Zone Across Seven Facilities

3PL Insights

April 7, 2024 — Evans Distribution Systems , a full-service third-party logistics (3PL) provider of warehousing, transportation, fulfillment, value-added, and staffing solutions, has activated 378,000-square-feet of additional warehouse space in Allen Park and Detroit, as a General Purpose Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) No.

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Delivering Land Cargo On-Time Despite Labour Shortages!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Fortunately, strategic planning can help you deliver your land cargo on-time , despite the abundant labor shortages. Low Land Cargo Capacity. Solutions for On-Time Land Cargo Delivery. Adapting to challenges and demands is part of the logistics industry. Consult with a Third-Party Logistics Provider.