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This Week in Logistics News (April 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. As a first of its kind agreement in the US, FedEx Express will develop plans to test Elroy Air’s Chaparral autonomous air cargo system within the company’s middle-mile logistics operations, moving shipments between sortation locations. Amazon workers in Staten Island vote to unionize.

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VUCA Emerging Trends in Supply Chain Management

American Global Logistics

The world of logistics has become a whirlwind. The ongoing wars in Ukraine and Israel/Gaza continue to disrupt trade, inflation drives consumer behavior shifts, and extreme weather events. Geopolitical instability necessitates diversified sourcing and alternative routes. Imagine juggling blindfolded while riding a rollercoaster.

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High Seas Troubles Affect Global Supply Chains, Part One: Security Risks

Enterra Insights

That means maritime shipping lies at the very heart of the global logistical system. ” Houthi Red Sea Attacks The crisis in the Red Sea was set off by the Israel-Gaza conflict and when Houthi terrorists claimed the attacks were being made in support of Gaza residents. In an attempt to decrease tensions in the Red Sea, the U.S.

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Top 20 Verified Supply Chain Experts You Can Hire

SCMDOJO

Expertise: Sourcing, Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics & Transportation, Logistics Management Consulting, Freight (Maritime, Land, or Air), Logistics Technology Solutions. Hire any of them as your supply chain consultant and see the difference! Matías Guarello Wilhelmy Location: Chile / Remote Rating: 5/5.0

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This Week in Logistics News (May 4-8, 2015)

Talking Logistics

In this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Pitney Bowes Expands Cross-Border Ecommerce Capabilities with the Acquisition of Borderfree. XPO Logistics Announces First Quarter 2015 Results. It has 253 employees and is headquartered in New York, NY, with offices in Tel Aviv, Israel; Dublin, Ireland; and Brighton, England.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Already wobbling from the demands of arming Taiwan and Ukraine, American weapons makers have the added task of producing for Israel — while also rearming the U.S. The post This Week in Logistics News (November 11 – 17) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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How the Food Blockchain is Bringing Tech to the Table

Zipline Logistics

In an age where food and beverage safety and ingredient sourcing are two crucial product features, blockchain is helping all manufacturers, retailers, and consumers maintain critical visibility. Shoppers want to know how their food and beverage products are made and where their ingredients are sourced.

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