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COP26: 5Zs that changed the world

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

15 countries, Austria, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Uruguay and Wales declared that they will collaborate towards realizing 100 percent zero emission new trucks and bus sales by 2040.

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Another Equity Infusion for project44 With Notable Added Investors

Supply Chain Matters

It was led by London based sustainability investment firm Generation Investment Management, along with the investment arms of two ocean container shipping lines. That includes Denmark based A.P. This latest round is unique from three perspectives.

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Logistics Responses to Europe’s Migrant Crisis

TMC

For example, early in the new year, Denmark tightened its border controls with Germany, after Sweden had imposed similar measures [2]. And as the recent action taken by Denmark underlines, governments are apt to impose new restrictions that can make border crossings more complicated. The service carried some 1.5

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Shipping Prospects Heat Up in the Arctic

Elementum

In an ironic twist, melting ice caps and rising sea levels may translate to new business opportunities and reduced greenhouse gas emissions for the shipping industry. Many studies now predict that the thick sheets of ice which prevented ships from passing through in the past will thaw by the year 2030. An Upside to Global Warming?

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Shipping Prospects Heat Up in the Arctic

Elementum

In an ironic twist, melting ice caps and rising sea levels may translate to new business opportunities and reduced greenhouse gas emissions for the shipping industry. Many studies now predict that the thick sheets of ice which prevented ships from passing through in the past will thaw by the year 2030. An Upside to Global Warming?

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Logistics Technology and Startup Roundup: Q1 2016

Freightos

Amazon leased 20 Boeing 767s for North America fulfillment in an effort to reduce shipping costs, which hit $8.7 Meanwhile, Amazon also hiked up its minimum free shipping spend from $35 to $49 for non-Prime members. Only 14% perceive them to be a threat. DOWNLOAD THE FULL STUDY HERE Logistics Technology Updates. The Tech Giants.

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List of Top 65 Marketplaces Across the Globe in 2019

Vinculum

Ease of shopping, product variety, secure payments and free shipping are some of the reasons that have made online shopping a huge success. It makes it easier for sellers to store, pack and ship their products. Walmart Free 2-Day Shipping program, guarantees fast and free shipping with no membership needed. Just imagine.