Logistics

Could You Use a Pop-up Distribution Center for a Little While?

August 28, 2014

While pop-up retail is not new - dating back to California-based Vacant in 1999 - the concept of pop-up distribution centers is a fairly new one. Following the same idea, it involves setting up a temporary distribution center in a specific location for a set period of time to meet a temporary need, then shutting it down.

Farmers and Their Crops Wait for Transport as Crude Oil Monopolizes N.D. Rail

August 28, 2014

The New York Times

The furious pace of energy exploration in North Dakota is creating a crisis for farmers whose grain shipments have been held up by a vast new movement of oil by rail, leading to millions of dollars in agricultural losses and slower production for breakfast cereal giants like General Mills.

Old Dominion Expands Next-Day Service to Toronto

August 27, 2014

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc.

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. has expanded next-day service to the greater Toronto, Ont. area.

ALK, Drivewyze Combine Mobile App Technologies for Truck Drivers

August 27, 2014

ALK Technologies

ALK Technologies and Drivewyze Inc. have put together a joint offering of their mobile apps for professional truck drivers.

Ryder Europe Adds 60 Reefer Trailers to Cold-Chain Fleet

August 27, 2014

Ryder Europe

Ryder Europe is adding 60 refrigerated trailers to its rental fleet serving the cold-chain sector.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

August 27, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

SupplyChainBrain and JobsInLogistics have joined forces in 2014 for the specialized purpose of:

Innovative Transportation Solutions for the Mexican Market

August 27, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

How has cross-border transportation evolved over the last few years? And what is the potential for intermodal in Mexico? We get some answers from Ben Enriquez, country director with Transplace Mexico, and Danny Beers, Mexico intermodal project leader with Transplace.

July Orders for Medium, Heavy Duty Trucks Continue Strong

August 26, 2014

ACT Research

For the second month in a row, Class 8 orders surprised on the high side in July, with net orders of 30,103. Classes 5 to 7 net orders also posted a gain in July, coming in at 15,834 units.

Transportation Bills and Regulations That Could Impact Your Business

August 26, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Tom Sanderson, chief executive officer of Transplace, runs down the various new regulations and pieces of legislation that could have a deep impact on shippers and the nation's transportation system.

Cosmetics Company Uses RFID System to Prevent Forklift Accidents in Its Warehouse

August 26, 2014

RFID Journal

One year after cosmetics company L'Oréal Italia installed an RFID-based system to prevent forklift-related collisions in its busy warehouse, the company has not had a single such accident.

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.