Logistics

In War, Logistics Is Better Ally Than Strategy, Two Books Suggests

February 6, 2013

It's a military truism that amateurs talk strategy while professionals study logistics. Two engaging new World War II histories remind us why logistics matter more. In fact, in wartime, logistics eats strategy for lunch.

The Runup to the Panama Canal Expansion Is Crucial

February 6, 2013

Will Whitehouse, Trade Development Manager, Port of Houston Authority

FedEx Trade Networks Opens Its First Office in Thailand

February 5, 2013

FedEx Trade Networks

FedEx Trade Networks, the international freight-forwarding subsidiary of FedEx Corp., has opened its first office in Thailand.

Rise of the Machines: The Brave New World of Management in the Automated DC

February 5, 2013

Ken Dickerson, COO, Wynright Corporation

One of the most constant staples of science fiction is its view of the automated world of the future. Whether it was the giants of the genre (H.G. Wells, Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clarke, Jules Verne), animated movies or the Tomorrowland section at the Disney properties, all envisioned a world where manual labor was largely replaced by intelligent machines rapidly performing dull, repetitive tasks.

UPS Plan to Acquire TNT Express Was Anti-Competitive, European Commission Says

February 5, 2013

Air Cargo World

The European Commission has explained why its members felt that EU merger regulations forced the body to block the proposed acquisition of TNT Express by UPS.

Lack of Competitive Rail Service Costs Chemicals, Plastics Shippers Billions, Report Says

February 5, 2013

CURE

The American Chemistry Council issued new research documenting how a lack of freight rail competition is costing U.S. chemical companies billions of dollars in excess shipping costs each year. Showing shipping rates that often exceed 300 percent of the revenue-to-variable cost (RVC) ratio, the ACC study estimates that if the $3.9bn premium on chemical shipments were reduced, the chemical sector could create up to 25,000 additional American jobs, with $1.5bn in new wages, and $6.8bn in new economic output.

Intermodal Conversion in the Restaurant Temp-Controlled Space

February 5, 2013

Jeffrey M. Brady, Senior Transportation Manager, Jack In The Box

APL Introduces New Feeder Service Between Germany, Poland

February 4, 2013

APL

APL has introduced a new feeder service for the movement of containerized cargoes between Germany and Poland.

Ground Costs for Canadian Shippers Slightly Declined in November

February 4, 2013

Nulogx

Results published by the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI) indicate that the total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers declined by 0.86 percent in November when compared with October results.

Emirates SkyCargo, Amerijet, DHL, IATA Headline This Week's News in Airfreight

February 4, 2013

AirWaves Weekly

The freighter division of Emirates boosts its total cargo capacity and dedicated freighter network with the addition of three new Boeing 777F aircraft. The additions take SkyCargo's freighter fleet to 10 aircraft and its dedicated freighter network to 12 destinations. A fourth Boeing 777F freighter will join the fleet in March.

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.