Logistics

Tiger Cool Express, Fresh Produce Transporter, Ramps Up Service

November 13, 2013

Tiger Cool Express is the name of a new nationwide transporter of fresh produce.

Postal Service Begins Sunday Delivery of Amazon Purchases in L.A., New York City

November 13, 2013

Amazon.com Inc. is working with the U.S. Postal Service to deliver packages on Sunday, starting in the Los Angeles and New York metropolitan areas.

Record Online Sales Seen for Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday

November 13, 2013

Adobe Systems

Despite the shortest shopping season since 2002, Adobe Systems predicts record growth for online sales on Thanksgiving with $1.1bn and Black Friday with $1.6bn, increases of 21 and 17 percent, respectively.

Orbcomm Launches Solar-Powered Trailer-Tracking Tool

November 12, 2013

Orbcomm Inc.

Orbcomm Inc., a provider of machine-to-machine technology, has launched its solar-powered GT 1100 trailer-tracking system for the transportation and distribution industry.

Omnitracs Issues New Apps for Tire Maintenance, Supply-Chain Visibility

November 12, 2013

Omnitracs Inc.

Omnitracs Inc., a provider of integrated wireless systems and services to transportation and logistics companies, has launched several new products.

Accenture to Acquire Specialist in PLM Technology

November 12, 2013

Accenture

Accenture has announced plans to acquire PCO Innovation, an international consultancy and systems integrator focusing on product lifecycle management (PLM) software.

TNT Opens Warehouse in Doha in Effort to Boost Delivery Times

November 12, 2013

Trans Reporter

TNT Express, one of the world's largest express delivery companies, has opened a new warehouse in Doha to support and sustain its business growth in the country.

New Air Cargo Facility Opens at Glasgow Airport

November 12, 2013

Air Cargo World

UK fund manager Scottish Widows Investment Partnership's Airport Industrial Property Unit Trust (AIPUT), a specialist owner and manager of airport-related and industrial warehouses, is launching a logistics unit at its Air Cargo Centre.

RFID Aids in Tracking Warranty Obligations on Musical Instruments

November 12, 2013

RFID Journal

When a musical instrument is sold, both the buyer and the seller face unknowns. The buyer must trust that the instrument is authentic, but the seller may also have to rely on faith that when a malfunctioning instrument is returned to the store, it has been properly serviced up to that point, and thus meets the requirements of any warranty. RFID is playing an important role in that.

Ocean Shipping Firm to Purchase New Fleet

November 11, 2013

Arabian Supply Chain

Tomini Shipping has revealed plans for further expansion following an order for nine new bulkers. Chairman Imtiaz Shaikh has said that the Dubai-based company has set itself a target of at least 20 new vessels over the next few years.

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.