Logistics

SCM Outpaces Many Sectors in Use of Leading Technologies

April 11, 2012

Steve Banker, Service Director for Supply Chain Management, ARC Advisory Group

The Future of Electric Vehicles in Commercial Transportation

April 11, 2012

Clark Dressen, Senior Director, Enterprise Information Technology, Dow Kokam

February Airfreight Figures Seem Strong, But Closer Look Shows Situation Is Fragile

April 10, 2012

IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released global traffic results for February 2012 showing an 8.6-percent improvement in passenger demand and a 5.2-percent rise in cargo demand compared to the same month in the previous year.

LOT Polish, Avianca/TACA, Yangtze River Express Make Air Cargo News

April 10, 2012

AirWaves

LOT Polish Airlines has launched an all-cargo flight between Chicago and Katowice, Poland. According to CEO Marcin Pirog: "Chicago was selected for the all-cargo service because it's the top destination where cargo is transported to and from Poland. Nearly 70 percent of airfreight between Poland and Chicago is transported by LOT." The cargo flight is operated as a wet lease with Cargo Jet twice weekly with a B767-200.

Optimizing Global Logistics at Crossbeam

April 10, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Crossbeam, a provider of enterprise network security solutions, found it struggled with meeting same-day and next-day delivery requirements mandated in its service-level agreements, says Jim Curley, director, manufacturing & technical operations. It needed automated export compliance from a company with a global footprint, says John Miller, senior vice president, global business development, Flash Global Logistics.

Addressing Today's Logistics Challenges in Brazil

April 9, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Establishing a local command center, carefully defining and addressing such information requirements as product descriptions, then setting up efficient supply chain lanes are three critical factors to success in Brazil, says John Miller, senior vice president, global business development, Flash Global Logistics. Moreover, the same formula often can be applied throughout Latin America.

DHL Adds Round-the-World Flight Connecting Hong Kong, L.A., Leipzig

April 5, 2012

DHL

DHL is enhancing its intercontinental delivery services with the addition of a round-the-world flight connecting Hong Kong, Los Angeles and Leipzig, Germany.

Kuehne + Nagel Unveils Airfreight Service for Pharmaceuticals

April 5, 2012

Kuehne + Nagel International AG

Kuehne + Nagel International AG has created KN PharmaChain, a new service tailored to the needs of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.

Changes, Past & Future, in Intermodal

April 5, 2012

Dave Howland, VP, Global Land Transport Svcs., APL Logistics

Is Your DC Designed for Today's Customer Demands?

April 5, 2012

Andrew Breckenridge, Vice President, Fortna

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.