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This Week in Logistics News (August 6 – 12)

Logistics Viewpoints

I read earlier this week that pressure on the supply of critical materials will continue to mount as road transport electrification expands to meet net-zero ambitions. Earlier this week, the company announced that it will acquire Italy’s Bomi Group, which provides global healthcare logistics services. 15, FedEx said. 7-Eleven Inc.

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How to Grow a Trucking Company with Brian Fielkow

The Logistics of Logistics

How to Grow a Trucking Company with Brian Fielkow. Brian Fielkow and Joe Lynch discuss how to grow a trucking company. The companies’ operations include intermodal, flatbed/heavy haul, van, and freight brokerage. Under his leadership, Jetco built a premium service model that differentiated the company in a price-driven industry.

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The Best Supply Chain Conferences of 2019

GlobalTranz

Conferences exist for a variety of purposes and supply chain specialties, including cold chain storage, transportation management , omnichannel best practices , and much more. Also, participating companies increase brand recognition and can open doors to new supply chain systems and management styles to improve their operations.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2016

Talking Logistics

Unfortunately, as I’ve written in the past, many companies still underinvest in talent and leadership development , and it’s among the first budget items they cut when cost pressures arise. For leading companies, however, talent development is not a leap of faith — it’s a strategic investment.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in 2019

Talking Logistics

Simply put, give priority to events where you will walk away with knowledge and information that you can immediately apply at your company to get your job done better and faster. HighJump Software: Elevate 2019 , March 3-6, San Antonio, TX. 2019 Food Industry Transportation and Logistics Conference , March 3-5, Palm Springs, CA.

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Customer Advisory on Hurricane Harvey

TMC

Texas DOT is reporting road closures nearing Austin and San Antonio. Transportation Update by Mode. In addition, fuel surges are likely and will impact transportation costs. With the weather moving to the east, the Louisiana DOT is also reporting road closures near Lake Charles and the surrounding areas.

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Customer Advisory – Hurricane Harvey

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Many shippers are looking for locations on the north and west sides of Houston as well as other locations (such as Austin, San Antonio, Dallas) to place their shipments so they are in close proximity as relief comes in the next couple of days. Transportation Update by Mode. Intermodal / Rail Operations.