Logistics

Ocean Liner On-Time Average Slips to Worst Level in a Year

March 21, 2016

Liner schedule reliability fell to its worst level in 12 months in February when the average on-time performance slipped by 7 percentage points to 62.7 percent, according to Carrier Performance Insight, the online schedule reliability tool provided by Drewry Supply Chain Advisors.

Solutions to Bridging the Supply-Chain Talent Gap

March 21, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

All the uncertainty surrounding global trade and the economy doesn't appear to have put a dent in the market for supply-chain talent.

ClearMetal Launches Predictive Intelligence Platform

March 18, 2016

ClearMetal

ClearMetal has launched a predictive intelligence platform to help carriers manage assets.

Schneider Opens New Warehouse in Port Reading, N.J.

March 18, 2016

Schneider

Schneider has opened a new warehouse in Port Reading, N.J., to serve shippers moving cargo through Northeastern ports.

The World of Warehouse Management: Current Challenges, Future Opportunities

March 17, 2016

SupplyChainBrain

Industry experts offer their views on how the discipline of warehouse management, including the deployment of new software applications, will evolve in the years ahead.

ShipHawk Offers Platform for Parcel Shipping, Self-Service

March 16, 2016

ShipHawk

ShipHawk, a provider of applications for shipping intelligence, has launched a new suite of products to support parcel, freight and home delivery by retailers of all sizes.

TrueCommerce Launches Sales, Warehouse Integration for Sage 300

March 16, 2016

TrueCommerce

TrueCommerce has launched a Web-based application providing advanced sales and warehouse integration for Sage 300 customers.

New Division Serves Aerospace Supply Chain, Total Quality Management, Calibration and Recruitment

March 16, 2016

ATS

Advanced Technology Services, Inc. has created launched ATS Aviation Services to focus on the needs of the aviation maintenance and parts industry.

The Brave, New World for Shipping Lithium Ion Batteries by Air

March 16, 2016

Bob Richard, Vice President, Regulatory Compliance, Labelmaster

Has your company seen all the headlines about shipping lithium ion batteries by air? How are you supposed to keep up with what's compliant and what is not? Here's a concise overview on the lithium ion battery air transport regulations that will be effective April 1, along with a preview of what might be expected later in 2016.

Drop in Spot Rates on East-West Ocean Routes Lowest in Five Years

March 16, 2016

Drewry

The World Container Index's composite index, an average of spot freight rates on 11 global East-West routes connecting Asia, Europe and the U.S., reached a record low of $701 per 40-foot container recently.

Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during local and global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics and cargo solutions to power their supply chains.