Logistics

UPS to Begin Series of Rate Increases Sept. 19, 2016

September 6, 2016

Effective Dec. 26, 2016, the UPS U.S. ground service daily rate will increase by an average net 4.9 percent. Daily rates for UPS U.S. air and international services will increase an average net 4.9 percent. UPS airfreight rates within and between the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, will increase an average net 4.9 percent, also effective Dec. 26, 2016. Further, UPS Freight announced an average net 4.9 percent general rate increase effective Sept. 19, 2016.

How Technology is Reshaping the Modern Supply Chain

September 2, 2016

C3 Solutions

Freightos Enhances Air Cargo Rate Database with WebCargoNet Acquisition

September 2, 2016

Wall Street Journal

Freightos, looking for an edge in the crowded field of tech-driven shipping start-ups, is buying a database of air cargo rates to fill a gap in its new online marketplace.

FAA Begins Testing Applicants to Pilot Drones

September 2, 2016

Wired

KC Sealock had not taken a standardized test since college. But here he was at 39 years old, long black beard flecked with grey, sitting in front of a computer at Jacksonville, Florida's Herlong Air Field, with a proctor peering on from behind a glass door. He spent two hours clicking at multiple choice questions about latitudes and longitudes, Class C airspace regulations, wing load factors, and more - 60 in all.

Complying With China's Mandate to Spray Ships for Zika Mosquitoes Stings U.S. Exporters

September 2, 2016

Wall Street Journal

China's recent move to add the U.S. to a list of Zika-infected countries is worrying U.S. exporters, who fear they will be required to fumigate all containers destined for Chinese ports. The cost to fumigate a container ranges from between $100 and $200.

Hanjin Collapse Sends Shock Waves Globally - and Spot Rates Soaring

September 2, 2016

Drewry

Spot container freight rates on the major routes from Asia soared by up to 42 percent following the collapse of Hanjin Shipping, data from the World Container Index reveals.

Hanjin Shipping Sails Toward Biggest Ocean Line Bankruptcy Ever

September 2, 2016

Maritime Executive

Hanjin Shipping has elected to file for court receivership, the first step towards what will be the largest container line bankruptcy in history - six times larger than the collapse of United States Lines three decades ago, the previous record holder.

Increased Throughput and Accuracy in High-End Jewelry Distribution Center

September 1, 2016

Challenge: ScottTech worked with a high-end jewelry manufacturer that was looking to increase throughput and accuracy in their main distribution center. They were seeking automation tools and processes that satisfied stringent quality and efficiency metrics.

Roadrunner Inks Agreement With Sameday Worldwide in Canada

August 31, 2016

Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc.

Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc. has entered into a new service agreement with Sameday Worldwide of Mississauga, Ontario.

inVia Robotics Unveils 'Goods-to-Box' System for E-Commerce Fulfillment

August 31, 2016

inVia Robotics

InViaRobotics has released a "goods-to-box" robotics system, to aid in the fulfillment and material-handling operations of e-commerce providers and warehouses.

Logistics

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