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Solar panel logistics: tariffs waived for 24 months

Kanban Logistics

In this article, we’ll examine what happened, what it means for importers, and how a third-party logistics (3PL) company can help. Solar panel logistics in the US: recent events. At Kanban Logistics, for instance, our distribution campus in Rocky Mount, North Carolina is served by CSX rail.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 29 – May 5)

Logistics Viewpoints

million in extra freight charges, along with additional costs and lost profits. South and east Asia, as well as the Pacific region are expected to benefit most from the change, with India, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia receiving particular mentions, followed by rivals in Latin America.

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Spotlight on Ocean Shipping in The Transpacific Eastbound Lane

CH Robinson Transportfolio

A few have already started importing from Thailand, Vietnam, and India instead of China. Overall, shippers and consignees will need to keep a close eye on every single dollar, from ocean freight cost to drayage to chassis to free time and more. And some materials can only be sourced from China.

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International Ecommerce Selling: 6 Factors to Consider Before You Get Started

ShipBob

For example, if you run a US-based business and want to start selling in Thailand, you’ll have to offer lower prices since customers have less per capita income. . Get a third-party fulfillment partner. If you’re expanding into international markets, you have to factor in how much spending power the average consumer has.

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3PL Subway 2015: Strategic movements among logistics providers

Supply Chain Movement

In the 19th Annual Third Party Logistics Study published earlier this year, the survey results show the continuing, positive overall nature of shipper-3PL relationships. In comparison, according to Fraunhofer Institute, warehousing is outsourced by 54% in Germany, which is the largest logistics market in Europe.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 26-30, 2018)

Talking Logistics

Supply chain reaction: trade war refugees race to relocate to Vietnam, Thailand (Reuters). Integration with 10-4 carrier tracking system provides real-time location of freight, arrivals, departures, and geofencing. project44 is among the world’s leading advanced visibility platforms for shippers and third-party logistics firms.