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This Week in Logistics News (August 6 – 12)

Logistics Viewpoints

The report concludes the industry needs to build 50 more lithium mines, 60 more nickel mines and 17 more cobalt mines by 2030 to meet global net carbon emissions goals. In a recent report, IEA indicated that global battery and mineral supply chains need to expand ten-fold to meet projected critical minerals needs by 2030. 7-Eleven Inc.

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The Kodiak Story with Don Burnette

The Logistics of Logistics

Kodiak Robotics was founded in 2018 to develop autonomous technology that carries freight forward—so people, partners, and the planet thrive. Kodiak is building and operating self-driving trucks designed to operate on highway routes, making the freight industry safer and more efficient. Key Takeaways: The Kodiak Story.

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How to Grow a Trucking Company with Brian Fielkow

The Logistics of Logistics

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. Headquartered in Houston, Jetco maintains an office in Dallas and terminals in La Porte, Freeport, San Antonio and Dallas.

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COVID Variant Surges and Labor Shortage Lead to FedEx Freight Suspension, Heighten Need for Freight Bill Auditing Services

Intelligent Audit

As the shipping industry grapples with the changes when shipping with USPS and more UPS fees , there’s another problem coming to light. Let’s take a closer look at what’s happening, what services are affected, and why it reiterates the need for high-quality freight bill auditing services. . 29 and Jan. 10, approximately 8.8

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Flatbed Demand Surges in Oregon and South Dakota

DAT Solutions

Demand has declined for flatbeds in the East and South Central regions , partly due to reductions in the steel and energy industries, respectively. Rates are derived from DAT RateView , and are based on actual rate agreements between freight brokers and carriers. The national average load-to-truck ratio was unchanged (up 0.1%) at 10.3