Logistics

Allianz Group Unit Launches Inland Marine Insurance Product

September 13, 2016

Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS), the specialist corporate insurer of Allianz Group, has launched Transportation Block 2020, a comprehensive inland marine cargo insurance product.

Study Zeroes in on Ways to Improve Health, Safety of Container Port Workers

September 13, 2016

Maritime Executive

An independent study published on Friday suggests ways to significantly improve the health, safety and welfare of workers in the global container port industry.

Hanjin Bankruptcy Not Expected to Greatly Impede Retail Imports

September 13, 2016

National Retail Federation

Import cargo volume at the nation's major retail container ports should be at near-peak levels this month even as retailers work to cope with the Hanjin Shipping bankruptcy, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

How Amazon's Prime Day Creates New Challenges for Traditional Retailers

September 12, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

First there was Black Friday. Then Cyber Monday. And now, Amazon.com's Prime Day. Why do retailers invite peak-demand headaches?

Navigating the Roadblocks of Personnel Misclassification

September 12, 2016

Steve Bojan, VP, Transportation Practice Leader, Risk Services Div., HUB Int’l.

Over the last few decades, international trade has exploded, driven in large part by tremendous improvements in efficiency and transportation cost reductions related to the containerization of freight. However, success depends on an intricately orchestrated chain of events where the drayage fleets move containers from the shipyards to inland warehouses and from rail yards to consignees across the United States.

Carrier Transicold Offers New Reefer Unit for Light Commercial Vehicles

September 12, 2016

Carrier Transicold

Carrier Transicold is offering a new alternator-driven electric refrigeration unit for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in North America.

Isotrak Issues Hours-of-Service Application

September 12, 2016

Isotrak

Isotrak, a provider of technology for measuring and controlling truck-fleet performance, has released an application to help drivers meet the hours-of-service regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Unlock the Value of Your Supply Chain Through Embedded Analytics

September 9, 2016

OpenText

American Begins Direct Cargo Route Between Los Angeles, Hong Kong

September 9, 2016

American Airlines

American Airlines Cargo has launched a daily nonstop service between Los Angeles and Hong Kong, complementing its American's Dallas/Fort Worth-Hong Kong route, which began in 2014.

Best Practices for E-Commerce Shipments to Canada

September 9, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The boom in e-commerce is a global phenomenon, but each country has its own unique requirements for ensuring the smooth flow of shipments to the buyer.

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.