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This Week in Logistics News (August 18-22, 2014)

Talking Logistics

Con-way Truckload Rolls Out Enhanced Driver Pay Package. UPS Establishes Freight Forwarding Services in Myanmar. In contrast, trucking companies and freight brokers already have relationships in place with many small and mid-sized shippers. ATA Truck Tonnage Index Increased 1.3%

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Complex costs of transportation

Supply Chain Movement

10 questions about Freight Spend Management. There are numerous ways a shipper can reduce freight spend. And freight costs are continuing to rise, pushed upward by factors such as globalized distribution and unpredictable fuel prices. This is an important aspect of managing freight spend. Marshall Islands. Martinique.