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This Week in Logistics News (September 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

Earlier this morning I was thinking about something different, yet interesting to discuss in the intro paragraph of this week in logistics news. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Then it occurred to me, why not talk about what I want to discuss? So I will. I will use this paragraph as an inquiry for my own selfish interests.

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Aurora Begins Commercial Driverless Trucking in Texas, Ushering in a New Era of Freight

Logistics Viewpoints

With roundtrip driverless hauls between Dallas and Houston occurring on a regular basis, the company is the first to deploy a self-driving class 8 trucking service in the U.S. Following the closure of its safety case, Aurora began regular driverless customer deliveries between Dallas and Houston this week.

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Apple’s $500 Billion Investment in Artificial Intelligence

Logistics Viewpoints

investments, Apple and its partners will open a new advanced manufacturing facility in Houston to produce servers that support Apple Intelligence, the personal intelligence system that helps users write, express themselves, and get things done. As part of this package of U.S. is a strategic move to enhance domestic production.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

As I wrote about two weeks ago, Domino’s is now partnering with Nuro in Houston to make robocar deliveries. And now on to this week’s logistics news. The distribution hub will be operated by XPO Logistics Supply Chain, which has already started hiring. You can watch the full spot here ; I won’t spoil the outcome for you.

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Beyond The Rails and Roads: The State of Intermodal with Anne Reinke

The Logistics of Logistics

from Rice University in Houston, TX and a J.D. Anne has a long career in transportation policy, with a stint at the Association of American Railroads, 16 years at CSX Corporation, eight of which as Vice-President for Government Affairs, and a political appointment as a Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation.

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FreightFest 2023 with Rahmel Wattley

The Logistics of Logistics

Rahmel and his team are excited to bring the “Truck N’ Hustle” experience to the world stage with the commencement of FreightFest 2022 in Houston, TX. About Truck N’ Hustle Truck N’ Hustle is the #1 trucking and logistics community in the world. Over 1,200 providers from across the country are expected to attend the event.

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Houston: A Pioneer of Logistically-Centered Cities

NFI

As NFI continues to grow its North American logistics footprint, Houston has emerged as a leading supply chain hub. Houston is a top-ranked market for transportation, distribution, and all aspects of the supply… Continue reading Houston: A Pioneer of Logistically-Centered Cities.

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