Logistics

Rating the World's Cleanest - and Dirtiest - Ships

February 5, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Want to make sure that your imports or exports are traveling on a "clean" ship? There's a way to do that.

Robot to 'Walk' Aisles and Read RFID Tags

February 4, 2016

RFID Journal

PAL Robotics plans to launch its first large-scale pilot of its motorized RFID-reading robot in Europe during the second half of this year. The newest version of the Spanish company's StockBot will be tested for its ability to read the RFID tags attached to products, while software will identify where those tagged items are located within stores.

HighJump Integrates Dispatch Software With Rand McNally Logging Devices

February 4, 2016

HighJump

HighJump has integrated its Prophesy Dispatch Software with Rand McNally's electronic logging devices.

Despite Break-up With Amazon, UPS Reports Very Strong Fourth Quarter in 2015

February 4, 2016

Cargo Facts

If you have been following the news from the express and e-commerce industries lately, you could be forgiven for thinking that the big U.S. integrators are in serious trouble, trembling at the thought of Amazon not only pulling its business from UPS and FedEx, but also competing for their remaining business.

Continued Battering Seen for LNG Shipping Industry Profitability

February 4, 2016

Drewry

LNG shipping earnings will remain under pressure in 2016 as accelerating fleet growth and changing trade patterns will weaken supply-demand conditions, according to the latest edition of the LNG Forecaster report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

DHL Expands Service Center in Memphis

February 3, 2016

DHL

DHL has moved into a new service center in Memphis, Tenn., serving the tri-state area of Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee.

GAC Group Upgrades Portal for Ship Agency Customers

February 3, 2016

GAC Group

GAC Group has enhanced its GACtrack portal to provide greater job transparency and control to ship agency customers

CEVA Logistics Adds Ground Transportation Business

February 2, 2016

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Logistics has added a fourth business line to offer ground transportation.

'Click and Collect' Beyond Ability of Many Retailers Looking to Compete with Amazon

February 2, 2016

CRM Daily

A "hat trick" refers to scoring three goals in a game. A remarkable feat for most players and certainly worthy of doffing your hat to honor the player. In magic, a hat trick describes the infamous illusion of pulling something out of an empty hat, typically a rabbit.

CMA CGM Becomes Latest Western Shipping Company to Strike Deal With Iranian Ocean Cargo Line

February 2, 2016

Maritime Executive

French firm CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container shipping operator, signed a significant cooperation agreement Thursday with Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL).

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.