Logistics

Oil Tanker Shipping 'Bonanza' Threatened by Increased Vessel Orders, Report Says

February 11, 2015

A steep rise in vessel orders risks bringing the recent bonanza in oil tanker shipping to an abrupt end, according to the latest edition of the Tanker Forecaster, published by shipping consultancy Drewry.

ALK Adds Weather Alerts to Maps, PC-MILER Platforms

February 10, 2015

ALK Technologies

ALK Technologies had added a Weather Alerts visualization module to its GeoLogistics and navigation software.

A New Era in Global Supply Chain: Bridging Gaps with Advanced Technology

February 10, 2015

Erik Malin & Kevin Coomes, CarrierDirect

A long, long time ago, in a land not so far, far away, a world existed where logistics was linear: Pangaea. On this supercontinent, moving products from China to the United States, door to door, was simple. The goods would move over the road, heading southwest from lands where people spoke Chinese and stopped when people spoke American.

Growth Rates of Past 30 Years Said Not Likely to Continue at European Container Ports

February 10, 2015

Maritime Executive

European container ports are unlikely to be able to maintain the strong growth rates of the past three decades, Fitch Ratings says.

Load Volume, Average Truck Rates Drift Down in January

February 9, 2015

DAT

January is typically slow in the spot truckload freight market, and so far this year fits the pattern.

Why You Should be Planning For the 2015 Holiday Season Now

February 9, 2015

John J. Boucher, President & CEO, ModusLink

Even though 2014 is barely behind us, supply chains operate best 12 months out. If the 2015 holiday rush isn't top of mind, you're already behind.

Material Handling Equipment Orders Expected to Grow 9 Percent This Year, 7 Percent in 2016

February 9, 2015

MHI

Material handling equipment new orders grew 8.1 percent in 2014 and are forecasted to grow 9 percent this year, and another 7 percent in 2016, according to the latest Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing Forecast released by MHI.

Labor Management Strategies in the Warehouse

February 6, 2015

Kane is Able

HighJump Enhances EDI Integration for SAP Business One Users

February 6, 2015

HighJump Software

The TrueCommerce EDI Solutions Group of HighJump Software is offering an enhanced version of its electronic data interchange tool for users of SAP Business One, the application for small-business management.

Yusen Logistics Expands Operations in Sydney, Australia

February 5, 2015

Yusen Logistics Australia

Yusen Logistics Australia has opened its sixth warehouse facility in Sydney, Australia.

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.