Logistics

Maximizing Value from Forklift Suppliers

November 21, 2013

With the global economic outlook still far from certain, companies across all industry sectors are focused on delivering efficiency gains across their supply chains. This means that today's forklift trucks - for so long the workhorse of any well executed logistics operation - are expected to work harder for longer and with minimal downtime.

E-Commerce Sites Targeted by Logistics REIT

November 21, 2013

Financial Times

The first real estate investment trust to focus on logistics is set to float on the London market and raise Â£200m to invest in a new breed of e-commerce warehouses.

Choice Logistics Opens New Distribution Center in Dubai

November 20, 2013

Choice Logistics

Choice Logistics, a specialist in the handling of service parts, has opened a new distribution center in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

GE Capital Fleet Offers Benchmarking, Optimization Tools

November 20, 2013

GE Capital Fleet Services

GE Capital Fleet Services has developed a suite of analytical tools to help truck-fleet managers benchmark and optimize performance.

Chain Restaurants Association Urges End to Ethanol Mandate

November 20, 2013

National Council of Chain Restaurants

The National Council of Chain Restaurants issued the following statement from NCCR Executive Director Rob Green on the Environmental Protection Agency's proposed Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume mandate for 2014: The Environmental Protection Agency's proposed adjustment to the Renewable Fuel Standard volume mandate is an implicit recognition that the ethanol mandate is out of sync and out of touch with current market realities. With this proposal, the EPA is essentially saying, 'if you like your 15-billion-gallon corn ethanol mandate, you can keep it.'

Amazon's Decison to Deliver on Sunday Called a Retail Industry 'Game-changer'

November 20, 2013

Storefront Backtalk

Amazon's announcement of Sunday delivery effectively turned the traditional e-commerce world upside down. It truly is a game-changer, not only for online retailers but also for brick-and-mortar stores that are battling for their share of sales this holiday season.

Developing a Roadmap Toward Global Vehicle Platform and Supply Chain Harmonization

November 19, 2013

UTi Worldwide

Lufthansa Cargo Moves Toward Paperless Air-Freight Transactions

November 19, 2013

Lufthansa Cargo

Lufthansa Cargo is moving closer to the goal of completely paperless air-freight documentation.

New Damco Container Freight Station Opens for Business in Indonesia

November 19, 2013

Damco

Damco Indonesia has opened a new warehouse in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia.

DHL Global Forwarding Opens New Hub Facility in Malaysia

November 19, 2013

DHL Global Forwarding

DHL Global Forwarding has opened a new hub facility in Tanjung Pelepas, Malaysia.

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.