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This Week in Logistics News (June 15 – 21)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. May air cargo volumes rise amid global disruption Freight market pressured again in May, Cass data shows General Motors (GM) is accelerating sustainability efforts in its supply chain, focusing on logistics, materials, packaging, and supplier engagement. That’s all for this week.

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Doing Business in the Netherlands

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The Netherlands is a modern and highly industrialized country located in Western Europe. The Netherlands was one of the founding countries of both the EU and NATO, showing that it is a nation of progressive and forward-thinking people. The Netherlands is the seventh largest economy in the EU. Manufacturing in the Netherlands.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 23-27, 2014)

Talking Logistics

It seems like The Netherlands is aiming to reach that future first. The post This Week in Logistics News (June 23-27, 2014) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. For related commentary, see Would Robot Drivers Check Facebook While Driving? And with that, have a happy weekend!

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Supply Chain Investments Represent a Significant Portion of Total VC Investing

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain technology vendors and technology-based third-party logistics firms received VC investments totaling $15.4 The Netherlands-based online grocery store Picnic Technology raised €355 million in investor capital as part of plans to expand into France and Germany. billion in 2024.

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End-to-end Supply Chain Visibility Calls for Addressing the Unique Needs of Europe

Logistics Viewpoints

60% of European companies admitted that they’re slow to react to changing trends in logistics technologies. He founded FourKites in 2014 after recognizing pain points in the logistics industry and designing elegant and effective systems to address them. For the UK, it’s 71%. For Germany, it’s unanimous at 100%. He lives in Chicago.

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3 Reasons to Outsource Fulfillment with Nathan Lugo-Montanez

The Logistics of Logistics

About STACI-US STACI-US is a dynamic and innovative logistics network headquartered in Jersey City, NJ, specializing in technology driven omni-channel distribution solutions and consulting services. Staci Group Acquires Amware Fulfillment to create strong global fulfillment capability. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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Ranking Master’s Programs in Supply Chain Management

SCM Research

The full list can be found on the webpage of Eduniversal Best Masters Ranking in Supply Chain and Logistics. Teaching Ranking Supply Chain Management'

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