Logistics

Import Growth Seen at U.S. West Coast Ports Outstrips That of East Coast Seaports

April 4, 2016

U.S. import volumes, measured in TEUs, have rebounded at West Coast ports so far this year. Imports through the port of Los Angeles increased 36 percent January through February of 2016 and 30 percent through the port of Long Beach, compared with the same time period in 2015, according to findings from Datamyne, which provides web-based international market intelligence.

Supply Chain Technology Accelerator Comes to Tennessee

April 4, 2016

Wall Street Journal

A group of logistics entrepreneurs is launching a Silicon Valley-style accelerator for supply-chain technology start-ups, aiming to draw new investment and talent to the freight business.

How Technology Is Boosting Risk Levels at Ports and Terminals

April 4, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Without question, technology has been a boon to global trade. But it's also responsible for raising the risk factor at every stage of the supply chain - and especially at ports and terminals.

FAA Paints Rosy Air Cargo Picture for Next 20 Years

April 1, 2016

Air Cargo World

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration posted a bright outlook in its annual market review and forecast, noting that it expects total air cargo traffic, measured in revenue tonne kilometers, to grow by 4.5 percent in 2016, followed by stable growth averaging 3.5 percent over the next 20 years.

The Self-Driving Car Could Be Arriving Faster Than You Think

April 1, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

We might not have to wait that long to see self-driving vehicles become a familiar sight on American roads and highways.

FourKites Enables 'App-Less' Phone Tracking for Brokers

March 31, 2016

FourKites

FourKites has extended its cellphone tracking service for freight brokers, offered as the CarrierLink app, to work without an app on the driver's phone.

AA Cargo Expands Temperature-Controlled Network

March 30, 2016

American Airlines Cargo

American Airlines Cargo has expanded its temperature-controlled network in San Juan, Puerto Rico and Dallas/Fort Worth.

Purolator Launches Long Island Supply Chain Index

March 30, 2016

Purolator International

Purolator International has launched its first Long Island Supply Chain Index, a quarterly survey of Long Island, N.Y. manufacturers' business forecasts for the six months ahead.

Lufthansa Cargo to Beef Up Summer Schedule of Flights

March 30, 2016

Lufthansa Cargo

Lufthansa Cargo is adding destinations with the advent of its summer schedule.

Ocean Container Weight Verification Requirement May Greatly Boost Shipping Costs, Study Finds

March 29, 2016

Wall Street Journal

An impending international requirement that shippers verify the weight of their goods before transport will sharply raise shipping costs on major trade lanes and trigger delays in moving cargo through ports, according to a new report.

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.