Logistics

Sanitary Food Transportation Act in Focus

April 14, 2014

The Food and Drug Administration has the responsibility for implementing FSMA and has issued seven proposed rules on each of the critical elements. These include Hazard Analysis and Preventive Controls for both human and animal food; Produce Safety; Intentional Adulteration; Foreign Supplier Verification Programs; Accreditation of Third-party Auditors; and finally the Sanitary Food Transportation Act (SFTA).

CaroTrans Launches Direct Le Havre-Houston LCL Export Service

April 11, 2014

CaroTrans International

CaroTrans International, a non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator, has launched a weekly less-than-containerload export service from Le Havre, France to Houston.

Reshoring Is No Fad - It's Invigorating the U.S. Supply Chain Network

April 11, 2014

Manufacturing.net

Many past decisions to offshore manufacturing were based on price alone. Today, manufacturers are looking at more than just price when considering sourcing decisions and production locations.

The Hurricane Sandy Response: Lessons Learned

April 11, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Born in the wake of one devastating hurricane, the American Logistics Aid Network found itself in the eye of another.

Descartes Systems Group Acquires Computer Management USA

April 10, 2014

Descartes Systems Group

Descartes Systems Group, a provider of information systems technology for logistics, has acquired Computer Management USA, a U.S.-based specialist in security filing and air-cargo management services for airlines and their partners.

Jump Technologies Enhances Inventory-Management App for Healthcare

April 10, 2014

Jump Technologies Inc.

Jump Technologies Inc. has made enhancements to JumpStock, its inventory-management application for the healthcare industry.

Carrier Transicold Launches Refrigerant Quality Management Program

April 10, 2014

Carrier Transicold

Carrier Transicold has launched its CareMAX program. The offering creates protocols to help the company's 400-plus container service centers manage refrigerants and related suppliers.

Kuehne & Nagel Opens Second Phase of Dubai World Central Facility

April 10, 2014

Emirates 24/7

Dubai World Central, the world's first purpose-built aerotropolis, has announced the opening of Phase II of Kuehne + Nagel's logistics centre at DWC's Logistics City.

Restrictions on Vessels' Nitrogen Oxide Emissions Effective in 2016, But Only in Certain Areas

April 10, 2014

Maritime Executive

The International Maritime Organization's Marine Environment Protection Committee has reached agreement on the entry into force date of new, stricter requirements for ships' emission of nitrogen oxide (NOx) in emission control area.

Omni-channel Fulfillment Requires Integrated Solution That Goes Beyond Traditional WMS

April 10, 2014

Gregory Cronin, Exec VP, Intelligrated and Nyle Morris, VP Sales of Knighted

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.