Logistics

With Insurance Picture Clearer, More Foreign-Owned Vessels Shipping Iranian Oil

June 10, 2016

More than 25 European and Asian-owned supertankers are shipping Iranian oil, data seen by Reuters shows, allowing Tehran to ramp up exports much faster than analysts had expected following the lifting of sanctions in January.

CaroTrans Debuts Weekly LCL Service Between Korea and Atlanta

June 9, 2016

CaroTrans

CaroTrans, a global non-vessel operating common carrier, is launching a new, weekly less-than-containerload (LCL) service between Busan, Korea and Atlanta.

Air Canada Cargo Uses RFID Technology to Monitor Shipments

June 9, 2016

RFID Journal

Air Canada Cargo is in the process of deploying an ultrahigh-frequency RFID solution to manage shipments as they move through its five hubs, or when they enter or leave one of the larger cargo-transfer stations it operates around the world.

Shortage of Truck Drivers Becoming Significant Problem

June 9, 2016

Industry Today

For the past 15 years, America's trucking industry has periodically dealt with a shortage of truck drivers, but in 2016 this issue has ballooned into a full-blown problem that doesn’t appear to be going away any time soon.

Ryder Unveils New Commercial Vehicle-Lease Options

June 8, 2016

Ryder System Inc.

Ryder System, Inc. has launched two new commercial vehicle-lease products.

Walmart Puts Drones Through Warehouse Inventory Management Trials

June 8, 2016

New York Times

Soon, the labyrinthine aisles at Walmart's distribution centers - stocked high with canned beans, toys and many other products - could also have a low humming sound.

Retail Returns: An Opportunity to Drive Revenue Through Reverse Logistics

June 7, 2016

Tom Swagemakers, Senior Director of AMS and SCM, ModusLink

Returns have long been the bane of the retail industry. Brands and retailers know that a certain percentage of their sales are going to result in a returned product, whether it's an ill-fitting piece of clothing, an unwanted gift or a product that just doesn't work. It's part of the business, and returns are a critical part of the retail lifecycle.

MercuryGate Issues New Book on Transport Optimization Technology

June 6, 2016

MercuryGate International, Inc.

MercuryGate International, Inc. has made available a new book on the art and science of logistics optimization.

Carmichael International Expands Customs Brokerage Into Canada

June 6, 2016

APL Logistics

Carmichael International Service is expanding its suite of customs brokerage services into Canada.

DHL Global Forwarding Launches Ocean Thermonet

June 6, 2016

DHL Global Forwarding

DHL Global Forwarding has launched DHL Ocean Thermonet, a new ocean freight product tailored to the life sciences and healthcare sector.

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.