Transportation News
Energizer Holdings: Global Cross-Docking Solution
The greatest cost savings were achieved from the consolidation of goods at the cross-dock facility, but the cross-dock expansion led to reduced distribution costs throughout Energizer Holdings’ supply chain.
Houston Channel Remains Closed After Ships Collide
A portion of the busy Houston Ship Channel was shut Monday after two 600-foot ships collided in fog, causing a leak of flammable liquid.
Q&A with Jannine Miller, Director of the Georgia Center of Innovation for Logistics
The Center of Innovation for Logistics sits at the emergence of both the public and private sectors, and at the same time the merging of transportation, logistics and economic development.
The Logistics of Education and Education of Logistic
Exploring the Supply and Demand of the Logistics Workforce.
Another Oil Bomb Train Explosion, Third in Last Three Weeks
Six of the BNSF Railway train’s 105 cars derailed Thursday in a rural area where the Galena River meets the Mississippi, two of those cars burst into flames.
West Coast Port Shut Downs: What’s the Impact?
It will take several months to have the backlog cleared at the ports, despite the ILWU and the PMA reaching an agreement regarding US West Coast ports operations this past week.
Amazon Files Patent for 3D Printing Delivery Trucks
Amazon filed for a patent for 3D printers mounted within trucks, which could then print customers' purchases on the fly and deliver them instantly, and save money by eliminating the need to import items and store them in warehouses.
The Logistics Transportation Market is Ready for Mobile
It’s time to throw onboard overboard. The “old days” of major hardware installations hard-wired into every vehicle are over. Conversion to a system using mobile phones, smart phones or tablets already in the hands of drivers is faster, more reliable and remarkably inexpensive.
13 Key Considerations When Selecting a 3PL and The Difference Between a 3PL & 4PL
When it comes to efficient and cost-effective over the road transportation management, it is absolutely crucial that you be working with a trustworthy 3PL, and understanding the potential value of a 3PL early in the process is crucial.
Senate Passes $15 Billion Transportation Package
The chamber passed the revenue bill on a 27-22 bipartisan vote and negotiations with the House will begin, and they also passed a spending bill that designates the money to specific projects.
Uber like Logistics Innovation at West Coast Ports
West Coast Ports terminals seek ways to speed up after labor strife; an Uber-style app developed by Cargomatic should help.
Crossrail’s Tunnel Machine Enters Its Final Leg
The logistics of creating a new 118-km (73-mile) rail route with 10 new stations and 42 km (26 miles) of new tunnels underneath one of the world’s major cities are staggering.
Aerial Photography of the Labor Dispute at the Port of LA & Long Beach
Some truly remarkable photos of the congestion at the Ports of LA and Long Beach.
Outlook for the Domestic Freight Industry - Eat or Be Eaten: The Year of Separation in Freight
CarrierDirect releases its first half of 2015 market perspective, providing an overview of the domestic/global economy, the state of the freight industry and what’s ahead for innovation in the sector.
New Report Examines Current State of Freight Transportation & Logistics Markets
The report examines trends, including capacity shortages’ effect on transportation prices, the ascent of non-asset 3PLs in recent years, and future growth drivers in the freight transportation and logistics sectors.
6 Steps to an Optimized Oil and Gas Supply Chain
Global ceramic proppant manufacturers have one of the most complex global supply chains in the oil and gas industry.
Is Your B2B Infrastructure Future-Proof?
5 questions every enterprise should ask to avoid getting stuck in the past.
Con-way Boosts Transaction Intelligence, Visibility and Customer Satisfaction
Implement a dynamic business-to-business infrastructure that seamlessly integrates Con-way with its customer and partner community, and creates automated transaction intelligence for both application integration and business-to-business flows.
Supply Chain Visibility: Governing the Flow of Data in Manufacturing and Logistics
With fewer people to provide analytical support, yet exponentially more data to interpret, supply chain organizations are being asked to provide superior cost and service performance.
Fast-Growing SEKO Logistics Opens 8th UK Location
SEKO Logistics' year-on-year growth has been accelerated by its investments in a suite of new solutions that support its customers' growth, helps them to open in new markets and provides measurable cost saving opportunities.
Featured Companies
Saia Inc. offers customers a wide range of less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, and logistic services. The company operates 147 terminals in 34 states and is home to the industry-exclusive Customer Service Indicators and Xtreme Guarantee. With headquarters in Georgia, Saia employs 8,000 people nationwide.
Hitachi Solutions America, Ltd. helps its customers to successfully compete with the largest global enterprises using powerful, easy-to-use, and affordable industry solutions built on Microsoft Dynamics AX and Microsoft Dynamics CRM enhanced with world class Business Analytics, and Portals and…
Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women,…
Established in 1998, M33 Integrated Solutions is a lead logistics provider that delivers technology tools and intelligence to reduce costs and automate logistics. M33 offers integrated solutions — Co-Managed Logistics, Freight Settlement, International Shipping, Parcel Management, Freight Brokerage, Capacity Management and Supply…
Lufthansa Cargo ranks among the world’s leading air freight carriers. In the 2015 business year, the airline transported around 1.6 million tonnes of freight and mail and sold 8.4 billion revenue tonne-kilometres. The company currently employs about 4,600 people, worldwide. Lufthansa Cargo focuses…
Menlo Worldwide Logistics
Menlo Worldwide Logistics specializes in the integration of all functions across the supply chain, from sourcing of raw materials, through product manufacturing to the distribution of finished goods. Through practical and incremental solutions that leverage leading technologies and the best…
Pantos Logistics has developed significantly since its inception in Korea in 1977 as an Airfreight Agent. Today Pantos Logistics serves its customers global needs by providing a bespoke range of Logistics solutions through its global network and 2,000 strong work force. With 75…
Widely known for our high-performing LTL service, A. Duie Pyle has experienced decades of growth in the Northeast through a regional model that delivers exceptional service to customers who turn to us every day for their LTL, TL and Warehousing …
At LeSaint, we make it our business to know your business. For more than 30 years, LeSaint has been developing customized integrated supply chain solutions that help reduce total logistics costs, free up working capital and improve customer service. We can…
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…
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