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Logistics helps North Carolina Reach CNBC Best State Status Again

Kanban Logistics

Port infrastructure enhancements in recent years have included new neo-panamax cranes at the Port of Wilmington, new partnerships with major container shipping alliances and port renovations to accommodate larger ships. million square feet of warehouse space to support the distribution of products to manufacturers and retailers.

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The Future of Commercial Real Estate 2020

3PL Insights

The coronavirus pandemic had a direct impact on distribution strategy, and increased demand for fulfillment services. The demand of storage and distribution space increases as more businesses are adopting the model of selling online. strategically placed to meet the demand of same-day shipping for online retailers.

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Spot Market Van Rates Soared in September

DAT Solutions

Columbus is a key distribution point for the Midwest and the Northeast, and it shipped more to the Southeast after the storms. Lots of Florida-bound freight also comes from Charlotte , and rates on the Charlotte-to-Lakeland lane also dropped 20¢ to $2.88/mile. RISING LANES. Atlanta to Miami was down 22¢ to $3.43/mile.

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Record volumes at the Port of Wilmington NC

Kanban Logistics

Going on-line in 2017, the Queen City Express is a rail line operated by CSX that runs from the Port to the large distribution hub at the Charlotte Inland Port. This project aims to deepen the harbor from 42 feet to 47 feet to support larger ships. Continued North Carolina logistics enhancements.

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How to Sell CBD Online: Information and Tips on Selling CBD From Home

ShipBob

The rest of this article provides general information on shipping CBD products. To do this you’ll need to start a blog (similar to Charlotte’s Web , a CBD brand), master the skill of keyword research, and put out fresh content that captures the intent of what people are searching for. Products contain <0.3% What is CBD?

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This Week in Logistics News (February 18-22, 2013)

Talking Logistics

FedEx Helps Small Businesses Streamline Shipping with fedex.com Integration Manager. Mexico shipping, which is particularly timely as more companies locate manufacturing and distribution operations in Mexico and the need for capacity and reliable cross-border shipping services accelerates. Mexico trade.

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Cargo Ship Woes Still Affecting Spot Market Rates

DAT Solutions

The bankruptcy of the world's 7th largest container carrier, Hanjin Shipping , has led to shippers re-adjusting inventories in the past couple of weeks in order to avoid stock-outs as we head into retail season. Columbus is a hub for retail distribution centers, and lane rates last week for L.A.