Logistics

In Retail Demand Planning, The Numbers Can Lie

February 23, 2015

Retail demand planning is, to a great extent, a game of numbers. But the store that relies entirely on hard statistics is likely to be in for an unpleasant surprise.

2015 to See Focus on Domestic Transportation, Warehousing & Manufacturing in China

February 20, 2015

SupplyChainBrain

Analyst Insight: Though logistics in China has historically been resistant to change, improvements in express delivery will have a noticeable impact in 2015 due to the rapid growth of e-commerce, food safety concerns, and government measures. The limited supply of land for logistics purposes will affect warehousing costs, and the extra cost will drive the need for storage efficiency. Manufacturing will see modest expansion and gradual migration out of China to lower cost countries. – Jim Serstad, Managing Director, Tompkins Asia

Asia Pacific: Conscientious Producers and Savvy Consumers

February 20, 2015

Tim Foster, Managing Director, Asia-Pacific, Chainalytics

Success in the global economy requires a shift in strategic vision of the Asia-Pacific region's role in supply chains. While it is no secret that an end to low-cost production in Asia is in sight, smart companies are studying the complexity of APAC region and gaining insight into the roles each country plays in the quickly evolving economic horizon. But visibility into where APAC is today isn't enough; forecasting where it will be next year, five years from now, and further into the future are key to positioning supply chains now for ongoing optimization.

Dry Bulk Shipping Rates Expected to Bounce Back This Year

February 20, 2015

Drewry

Strong trade growth, moderating fleet development and deployment of new fuel-efficient vessels are expected to lead to a recovery in dry bulk shipping rates later in 2015, according to the latest edition of the Dry Bulk Forecaster, published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

Kintetsu World Express Looks to Gobble Up APL Logistics

February 20, 2015

Maritime Executive

Japanese freight carrier Kintetsu World Express Inc. is buying Singapore's APL Logistics for $1.2bn, paying a higher than anticipated price for an overseas deal at a time of slow domestic growth.

Echo Global Logistics Acquires Xpress Solutions

February 19, 2015

Echo Global Logistics

Echo Global Logistics Inc. has acquired all of the assets of Xpress Solutions Inc.

Seasonal Decline Up Ahead for Truckload Freight

February 19, 2015

DAT Freight Index

Spot market freight volume declined seasonally in January, down 11 percent from an atypical December high, according to the DAT North American Freight Index, an indicator of truckload freight demand and capacity. Volume slipped 27 percent compared to January 2014. It was the first year-over-year decline on the Index in 19 months.

On-time Reliability of Ocean Cargo Liners Sank to Record Depth in January, Report Says

February 19, 2015

Drewry

Liner service reliability fell to a record low in January as the effects of U.S. West Coast congestion and the phasing-in of new alliance services took their toll, according to the Carrier Performance Insight, published online every month by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

Robinson's TMC Unit Expands to Brazil

February 18, 2015

C.H. Robinson

TMC, a division of C.H. Robinson specializing in supply chain optimization, has expanded its operations to São Paulo, Brazil.

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February 18, 2015

SupplyChainBrain

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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.