Logistics

Reality Check: Maybe It's Just Too Costly to Do Business in Arctic

October 31, 2014

Despite high hopes for Arctic business from mining to shipping as the ice melts rapidly and temperatures rise twice as fast as the global average, few firms say the sums still make sense.

Air Cargo Rates Expected to Start Rising on Runs to North America, Europe

October 31, 2014

Drewry

Airfreight rates from Asia to North America and Europe are expected to rise through to the end of the year following four months of stable pricing, according to the recently expanded Sea & Air Shipper Insight report published by shipping consultancy Drewry.

The Perils and Pitfalls of Lean Inventories

October 31, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Manufacturing and distribution executives love the idea of slashing inventories. But it's distribution-center managers who must deal with the consequences.

The Fundamentals of Distributed Order Management

October 30, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

What is distributed order management? What has changed in global markets that makes it a desirable capability? Satish Kumar, vice president of client services and technology with Softeon, has the answers.

As Many as 3,000 Air Freighters Expected to Be Needed Over Next 20 Years

October 30, 2014

Air Cargo World

Even in the worst-case scenario, there will be a rising demand for freighter aircraft over the next 20 years, according to the most recent forecast by Seattle's Air Cargo Management Group (ACMG).

PakSense Releases New Cold-Chain Monitoring System

October 29, 2014

PakSense Inc.

PakSense Inc., a vendor of environmental monitoring systems, has launched AutoSense, a means of delivering cold-chain temperature data to smartphones.

C.H. Robinson to Manage Operations for Robinson Fresh

October 29, 2014

C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc.

C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc. has begun operating out of a new facility in Corona, Calif., to support the services of Robinson Fresh.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

October 29, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

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

Equipment Crunch, Labor Dispute Threaten On-time Deliveries to Retailers Eager for Holiday Season Items

October 29, 2014

Maritime Executive

A shortage of transportation equipment and possible labor disruptions at the Los Angeles/Long Beach port complex, the nation's busiest, is delaying shipping containers for up to three weeks, threatening timely delivery to retailers for the holiday season.

MD Logistics Boosts Biologic Storage in Reno, Nevada

October 28, 2014

MD Logistics

MD Logistics, a third-party logistics provider, is increasing the biologic storage capabilities of its facility in Reno, Nev.

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.