Logistics

Mining Industry Grapples With Going Green

August 20, 2012

Ian Darley, an inventory specialist in the mining industry, tells how he helped to pioneer a new method for storing materials on site - and eliminating a substantial amount of unnecessary packaging.

Humanitarian Logistics Still Vital

August 20, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) continues to improve its capabilities, most recently by completing a mapping project that enhances the organization's ability to match the resources of its members with specific needs of relief agencies.

What Are U.S. Retailers Getting for Christmas?

August 20, 2012

Retail Container Imports Expected to Come in 4.8 Percent Above 2011 Level

August 17, 2012

National Retail Federation

Import cargo volume at the nation's major retail container ports is expected to increase 6.3 percent in August compared with the same month last year, and 2012 should show an increase of 4.8 percent over last year, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

Newgistics Acquires Colorado-Based AtLast Fulfillment

August 17, 2012

Newgistics Inc.

Newgistics Inc., a vendor of small-parcel delivery, returns-management and freight-shipping services, has acquired AtLast Fulfillment, a Colorado-based provider of fulfillment and warehousing services.

U.S. Xpress Partners With Maritime-Ontario for Cross-Border Shipping

August 16, 2012

U.S. Xpress Enterprises

U.S. Xpress Enterprises has joined with Maritime-Ontario Freight Lines Ltd. to launch a North American cross-border shipping service.

Managing Global Supply Chains by Using Foreign Trade Zones

August 16, 2012

Gary Goldfarb, Executive Vice President, WTDC

Mergers & Acquisitions in Logistics

August 16, 2012

Ben Gordon, Managing Director, BG Strategic Advisors

U-Ship and the Transportation Marketplace

August 16, 2012

Matt Chasen, CEO, U-Ship

Keys to Mitigating Supply Chain Risk

August 15, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

There are many, many things that can go wrong in today's extended supply chains, a reality that can make managing supply chain risk seem overwhelming, says Richard Sharpe, CEO of Competitive Insights.

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.