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Third Party Logistics Top Stories

Record High in Container Production Expected for 2024
Container production reached a post-Covid peak of 521,000 TEU last month, which caught the market by surprise and led to shortages in equipment and vessels.
Week in Review: Baltimore Bridge Price Tag, FTC Fines Williams-Sonoma, and More
Take one last look at last week's top stories including robots helping humans in the warehouse, Peleton vs. Flexport, and delivery discontent.
Shipping Dispute Heats Up: Peloton vs. Flexport
Peloton's filed a Federal Maritime Commission complaint against Flexport, claiming Flexport's mismanagement led to excessive shipping charges.
Impending Canadian Rail Strike Could Paralyze Country’s Economy
Over 9,000 Canadian rail workers may strike on May 22, threatening major disruptions across national supply chains.

Third Party Logistics Resources

Driving Efficiency in Pharma Distribution: The SEKO-Peli BioThermal Success Story
Discover how SEKO and Peli BioThermal are revolutionizing pharma distribution in Dublin.
Rapidly Improve the Performance of Your Warehouse Logistics
The Rapid Performance Evaluation identifies opportunities and potential improvements in every aspect of warehouse logistics operations; performance, productivity,...


Third Party Logistics News

Driving Efficiency in Pharma Distribution: The SEKO-Peli BioThermal Success Story
Discover how SEKO and Peli BioThermal are revolutionizing pharma distribution in Dublin.

How Shippers Can Prep for Hurricane Season
Extreme weather events pose an extreme challenge for the transportation industry. Here are some tips on how to protect your company's supply chain.

UPS Struggles in First Quarter With Steep Earnings Decline
Shipping giant UPS struggled with shifting consumer demands and rising costs, resulting in an earnings dip during the first three months of 2024.

The Two Most Important Factors in Last-Mile Delivery
A new Microsoft report on last-mile delivery reveals that speed and cost are the two most important factors, as customer satisfaction takes a backseat,

The Three Biggest Challenges Facing Shippers and Carriers in 2024
The new "State of Transportation" report reveals volatile weather, sustainability, and other factors are impacting overall performance.

Efficient Automation Can Significantly Increase Warehouse Productivity
As companies increasingly acknowledge the benefits of automation and implement it more widely, the resulting boost in warehouse productivity and throughput is set to soar even higher.

Air Cargo Industry Braces for Explosive Surge in E-Commerce Demand
The IATA predicts a significant increase in air parcels over the next three years, the result of a surge in e-commerce sales.

Temu Expands Platform to Include Sellers With U.S.-Based Warehouses
Temu has shifted its focus to U.S. warehouses, promising faster deliveries and a challenge to Amazon.

Major Shift Underway in Logistics KPI Reporting
The adoption of GenAI marks a paradigm shift in logistics KPI reporting, promising enhanced efficiency and agility for logistics operations.

BlueGrace Logistics Acquires Evos Smart Tools
BlueGrace Logistics has acquired Evos Smart Tools, providing shippers with supply chain optimizations and real-time analytics to help reduce overall costs. 

Tech Investment, Addressing Overcapacity Among 2024 Focus for Global Container Shipper Industry
Supply chain professionals in the global container shipping industry expect more technology investment and positive growth in the market in 2024.

Weak Dry Van Truckload Pricing Conditions to Persist into New Year
Given where spot market prices are at and demand for services holding steady, slow attrition of capacity should help stave off further downward pressure on rates, says Michigan State’s Jason Miller.

Outsourcing eCommerce Fulfillment to a 3PL
To excel in the swiftly-moving sphere of eCommerce fulfillment, it is essential to establish a robust infrastructure that encompasses people, processes, and systems. This infrastructure should be flexible enough to cater to the varying demands of your business and your customers. However, building a dependable infrastructure can prove to be a challenging task. This is the reason why several merchants opt for the assistance of third-party logistics (3PL) providers.

How 3PLs Ensure Fresh Produce Supply for Thanksgiving Feasts
While most people sit at the Thanksgiving dinner table and enjoy the feast before them, few recognize the role logistics and the broader supply chain play in getting the food to the table.

State of the Warehousing Market
In this podcast, Logistics Management and Peerless Media Supply Chain Group News Editor Jeff Berman interviews Ben Dean, Director of Logistics Strategy and Warehouse Solutions, for Seattle-based Flexe.

Is Convoy’s Closure the Beginning of Brokerage Meltdown?
The shutdown of digital broker Convoy has sent shockwaves through the freight world, but it may not be the last brokerage to close its doors.

PITT OHIO Receives 2nd Supply Chain Sustainability Award
PITT OHIO, a leader in transportation, warehouse and logistics services, announced it has been awarded a 2023 Supply Chain Sustainability Award from their customer, Parker Hannifin (Parker). The award, PITT OHIO's second in as many years, was presented to PITT OHIO in September.

Seattle-based Freight Broker Convoy’s Future in Question
Various media reports are indicating that Seattle-based digital freight broker Convoy is taking steps to wind down its business operations.

Shippers are Looking for Long-Term Contracts Again
As many of the worst-case scenarios in the supply chain have not panned out, many shippers are more comfortable discussing long-term contracts with carriers, says BlueGrace Logistics executive.

Modern Shipper-3PL Relationships Prioritize Collaborative Growth and Improvement
A new study found both shippers and 3PLs are prioritizing ways in which their relationships can grow and improve, including data sharing and joint planning.


Featured Companies

Rose Rocket
Rose Rocket is a platform transportation management software (TMS) that help manage the unique needs of today’s transportation companies, with Rose Rocket’s Platform TMS, companies can improve communications with systems, customers, and the people who move freight.
Derby Supply Chain Solutions
No two business problems are alike. Knowing this, we at Derby Supply Chain Solutions are ready and able to develop innovative and scalable solutions that meet your specific needs. As a 3PL provider we can be a fast and cost-effective…
Stord
STORD provides affordable, efficient warehousing and distribution. We use our technology to bind together a network of independent, third-party warehouses that handle product for our customers. Our mission is to build a global distribution network that brings cost savings and…
New Breed Logistics
New Breed Logistics transforms the way organizations do business by building intelligent supply chains and providing comprehensive solutions. New Breed manages millions of square feet of ISO-quality warehouse space across more than 70 distribution centers and employs more than 7,000 people worldwide.…
DB Schenker
DB Schenker is the world’s leading global logistics provider - we support industry and trade in the global exchange of goods through land transport, worldwide air and ocean freight, contract logistics, and supply chain management.
syncreon
syncreon is a specialized provider of integrated logistics services to global industries. We provide supply chain solutions designed and customized to achieve maximum flexibility and agility. We handle, process, and manage the inbound and outbound flow of materials and products…
Burris Logistics
Burris Logistics is a family-owned business specializing in Custom Retail Distribution, Foodservice Redistribution, Public Refrigerated Warehousing and Transportation Solutions. As one of the nation’s largest and most sophisticated controlled-temperature food distribution companies, Burris Logistics offers over 60 million cubic feet…
Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Mallory Alexander International Logistics is a leading full-service logistics provider. Mallory supports manufacturers, retailers and other suppliers in the storage and shipment of their valuable cargo, and we do it with confidence–on time, with care, everywhere. We recognize the…
4PRL LLC
At 4PRL LLC we consistently provide client-focused, global closed-loop reverse logistics services.  This is accomplished through our world network of eco-certified processing facilities, accompanied by 40 years of recycling and reverse logistics experience in every aspect of the reverse movement…
Brown Integrated Logistics
Brown Integrated Logistics provides world-class services and solutions including third-party logistics, brokerage, warehousing, fleet maintenance, and dedicated trucking.
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