Logistics

Breaking Through the Transportation Funding Gridlock

October 3, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The nation's infrastructure crisis is crying out for a long-term solution.

Class 8 Used Trucks Sales Volume Slows in August

October 2, 2014

ACT Research

Total reported volumes of used Class 8 trucks fell 10 percent month over month and 6 percent year over year in August, according to the latest release of the State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks, published by ACT Research.

Enhanced International Parcel Delivery, Return Service Solution Targets Online Retailers

October 2, 2014

Newgistics

Newgistics, which provides end-to-end e-commerce solutions for retailers and brands, announced the international expansion of its parcel delivery and return services. This new offering helps to reduce the costs of cross-border delivery and make it easier for U.S. retailers to access and begin selling into the largest markets overseas, including the U.K., Europe, Asia, Australia, Russia, China and South America.

Greater Trade Urged Among Countries of Africa, the 'Least Connected' Continent

October 2, 2014

DHL

While progress is slowly being made, insufficient trade agreements exist in order to encourage and drive intra-Africa trade. As a result there tends to be a focus on doing business with regions outside of Africa, such as the United States or China, says Charles Brewer, managing director of DHL Express Sub Saharan Africa.

Mr. Postman, Bring Me Some Lettuce, Please

October 2, 2014

MultiChannel Merchant

In order to keep up with major players UPS and FedEx in a hyper-competitive delivery market, the U.S. Postal Service is seeing a parcel-based future, including expansion of its grocery delivery business.

Spot Bidding for Multi-Modal Inbound Logistics

October 1, 2014

UltraShipTMS

C.H. Robinson Opens New Office in Germany

October 1, 2014

C.H. Robinson

C.H. Robinson has opened a new road transportation office in Hamburg, Germany.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

October 1, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

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

Managers Adopt Location-Enabled Systems to Track Assets

October 1, 2014

Computerworld

Enterprises are increasingly adopting asset-management systems that record location data from more vantage points, and with greater precision, to be analyzed and visualized, says Randy Rhodes, a Gartner analyst.

Quality Carriers Expands Into Charleston Market

September 30, 2014

Quality Carriers Inc.

Quality Carriers Inc., a North American-based bulk chemical carrier, has expanded into the Charleston, S.C. market through a partnership with sister company Boasso America Corp.

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.