Logistics

Rickmers-Linie Acquires Project Business of Nordana

June 20, 2016

Rickmers-Linie, a liner service specializing in breakbulk, heavy lift and project cargoes, has taken over the activities of tramp and chartering services provider Nordana Project and Chartering, with offices in Copenhagen, Bangkok, Singapore and Houston.

XPO Logistics Unveils Fleet of LNG Trucks in France

June 20, 2016

XPO Logistics Inc.

XPO Logistics Inc. has inaugurated a new pallet-distribution hub at Bondoufle, France.

TRANSLOG Connect Congress 2016

June 18, 2016

Salesforce: Brands Must Harness Technology to Build Loyalty

June 17, 2016

CRM Daily

If you think that most consumers prefer shopping online these days, you might want to think again. Most consumers still prefer to buy their goods the old fashioned way, in brick-and-mortar stores if price isn't a factor, according to a new study on consumer buying patterns from cloud CRM (customer relationship management) giant Salesforce.

Reflections on Port Safety for Dangerous Goods

June 17, 2016

TT Talk

The explosion at Tianjin Port last August should be seen as a spectacular example of why those operating throughout the global supply chains should examine their work practices and risk policies more thoroughly.

How Retailers Can Survive the Rising Minimum Wage

June 17, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

A higher minimum wage - in some cases, as much as $15 an hour - is a certainty. How can businesses, especially retailers, cope with it?

Livingston Facilitates Finely-Tuned Global Shipping For Manufacturer of Acoustical Products.

June 16, 2016

Challenge: As the market leader in the design, manufacture and installation of custom acoustical ceiling and wall products, our client requires reliable global shipping for its success.

Refrigerated Goods Carrier Uses RFID to Stop Loading Errors

June 16, 2016

RFID Journal

Trailiner, a U.S refrigerated goods carrier, recently announced that it is employing radio frequency identification to prevent loading and transportation errors, while saving the cost of manning its yard gate 24 hours a day.

How Automation Is Shaping the Warehouse of the Future

June 16, 2016

SupplyChainBrain

Advances in software and hardware, spurred on by economic trends, new customer demands and a persistent labor shortage, are transforming the way in which goods are handled within distribution centers.

CaroTrans Partners With LEO Global Logistics Group in Thailand

June 15, 2016

CaroTrans International Inc.

CaroTrans International, Inc., a global non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator, has entered into a partnership with LEO Global Logistics Group in Thailand.

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.