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October 1, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

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Managers Adopt Location-Enabled Systems to Track Assets

October 1, 2014

Computerworld

Enterprises are increasingly adopting asset-management systems that record location data from more vantage points, and with greater precision, to be analyzed and visualized, says Randy Rhodes, a Gartner analyst.

Quality Carriers Expands Into Charleston Market

September 30, 2014

Quality Carriers Inc.

Quality Carriers Inc., a North American-based bulk chemical carrier, has expanded into the Charleston, S.C. market through a partnership with sister company Boasso America Corp.

AirBridgeCargo Adds More Flights to Tokyo-Seoul-Moscow Service

September 30, 2014

AirBridgeCargo

AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC), Russia's largest international cargo airline and a part of Volga-Dnepr Group, is increasing its Boeing 747 freighter flights linking Tokyo and Seoul with Moscow.

Should You Close the Warehouse and Keep Inventory in Your Stores?

September 30, 2014

Apparel

A hot topic among retailers, customers and logistics professionals alike for years, omnichannel fulfillment is finally here. Whether shopping in person, buying online and picking up in store, or having merchandise sent directly to them, customers expect access to the same inventory.

IAG Cargo Joins Up with IFLN Logistics Network

September 29, 2014

IAG Cargo

The logistics network IFLN has become a preferred global forwarder partner to IAG Cargo.

'K' Line, Joint Venture Partners Establish Cold Storage in Vietnam

September 29, 2014

"K" Line

As a part of the strategy to expand its logistics business further in Asia, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd., or "K" Line, has agreed to establish a joint venture with Cool Japan Fund Inc. and Japan Logistic Systems Corp. to build and operate a cold storage in the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.

Amazon's Plan to Avoid Delivery Delays This Holiday Shopping Season

September 29, 2014

Business Week

Amazon cleared $25.6bn in the fourth quarter of 2013. A lot of Christmas wishes were no doubt fulfilled, but that holiday season is likely going to be remembered more for the packages that didn’t ship on time.

Maersk to Invest $3Bn in New Container Vessels Through 2019

September 26, 2014

Maritime Executive

Denmark's A.P. Moller-Maersk said it would invest billions of dollars in new ships, reap hundreds of millions in savings and announced valuable contracts for its drilling rigs.

How to Plan for Disruptions in the Food Supply Chain

September 25, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

"Planning for disruption" can seem like a contradiction in terms, but there are measures that food companies can take to protect themselves from the inevitable crises that threaten to derail their supply chains, however unpredictable they might be, says Brian Benjamin, senior director of strategic accounts with Havi Global Solutions.

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.