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Charge Me Up! Energy Storage Development ā€“ A Fast Emerging Technology Needed for Sustainability

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Energy Storage Development ā€“ A Fast Emerging Technology Needed for Sustainability. As a sustainable logistics consultant Iā€™m often reading up on how technology is evolving in the energy sector. Sustainable energy is needed in our energy grids in order to truly make our battery-operated machines emissions free. Charge Me Up!

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Using Technology to build Sustainable Supply Chains

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Sustainability is definitely coming of age in Asia. However, there is now a growing appreciation that going green correlates with increased profit as demand for products with sustainable credentials grow and Asian companies get set to move up the value chain. As driving greater sustainability is a key factor in reducing risk.

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De-Carbonising Road Freight Operations: Bridging the Know-Do Gap

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

For example, Maersk ordered eight 16,000 TEU vessels to be operated on carbon-neutral methanol fuel, while DHL has purchased large amounts of sustainable aviation fuel and ordered 12 all-electric cargo planes. Also in road freight vehicles, battery-electric or hydrogen-powered drivetrains are close to market launch.

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Blind Spots of Visibility with Andrew Wimer

The Logistics of Logistics

With over 15 years of dedicated expertise in the field of logistics, Andrew brings a wealth of experience to the intersection of technology and freight management. For nearly a decade, he has served in pivotal roles at Descartes for its Descartes MacroPoint multimodal freight visibility platform.

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Searching for Sustainability: Balancing Economics and Environmental Objectives in Logistics

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

A new study by the Center for Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chains (CSLS) at KĆ¼hne Logistics University, in cooperation with the European Freight & Logistics Leadersā€™ Forum, clearly shows that environmental and economic objectives are not in conflict and often well aligned. Distinguishing the sustainable logistics leaders.

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3 Priorities for Future Success in Logistics with Sarah Banks

The Logistics of Logistics

Sarah is Global Lead for the Freight & Logistics Industry at Accenture , a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Sarah Banks is Global Lead for the Freight & Logistics Industry at Accenture. Sustainability. Three Actions for a Truly Sustainable Last Mile.

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Taming the Supply Chain Beast: Tech Solutions for Smoother OperationsĀ with Kendra Phillips

The Logistics of Logistics

Ryder is regularly recognized for its industry-leading practices in third-party logistics, technology-driven innovations, commercial vehicle maintenance, environmental stewardship, corporate social responsibility, world-class safety and security programs, military veteran recruitment initiatives, and the hiring of a diverse workforce.