Logistics

Yusen Logistics Expands U.S.-Mexico, Indonesia Services

June 19, 2014

Yusen Logistics

Yusen Logistics, a third-party logistics provider, is expanding its services across the U.S.-Mexico border.

Understanding Commercial Warehouse Pricing

June 18, 2014

Weber Logistics

CaroTrans Inks New Service Partnership in Northern China

June 18, 2014

CaroTrans

CaroTrans, a global non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator, has entered into a new service partnership with World Jaguar in Northern China.

The More Things Change in Supply Chain …

June 18, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Tim Voulopos grew up around transportation, majored in logistics and then worked his way up to an executive position at Cardinal Logistics Management. Today there is more technology and fewer drivers, which presents a real challenge, but the basics of trucking really haven't changed, he says.

The Value of Certification for Logistics Pros

June 18, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Finding logistics workers with the right skills is a growing challenge for all companies. One approach that promises to help is a national certification program funded by the Department of Labor and being developed by two universities and nine community colleges.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

June 18, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

SupplyChainBrain and JobsInLogistics have joined forces in 2014 for the specialized purpose of:

Spot Market Freight Volume Remains High in May

June 18, 2014

DAT

Spot market freight availability as measured by the DAT North American Freight Index has run high since July 2013 due to factors including extraordinary weather events, regulatory changes and driver shortages. May 2014 extends the trend, becoming the eleventh consecutive month to post a year-over-year record high, a 40 percent increase over last May. Month over month, however, May freight volumes declined 2.1 percent compared to April.

Game Theory in an eSourcing Application

June 17, 2014

SciQuest

US Foods Plan DC to Serve New England Customers

June 17, 2014

US Foods

US Foods plans to open a distribution center in Seabrook, N.H. to better serve its customers throughout New England. The company currently services this customer base from its facility in Peabody, Mass., which has approximately 188,000 square feet. The new facility will offer more than 500,000 square feet of space, including additional dry and cold storage and fleet fueling and maintenance areas.

FPS Group Launches Temperature-Controlled LCL Service to Dubai, Japan

June 17, 2014

Famous Pacific Shipping Group

The Rotterdam, Netherlands and Prague, Czech Republic-based members of the Famous Pacific Shipping Group network of independent freight forwarders and consolidators have launched a trade-only, temperature-controlled ocean less-than-containerload service for perishable commodities.

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.