Parcel & Express

The Future of Electric Vehicles in Commercial Transportation

April 24, 2012

Dow Kokam was created in 2009 by Dow Chemical, TK Advanced Battery and Dassault to bring technologically advanced and economically viable battery solutions to the industrial market. The company believes demand will quickly grow for commercial vehicles powered by its large-format, lithium-ion batteries, soon to be produced in Michigan. Regular route and local delivery trucks are strong candidates for electrification, says Senior Director Clark Dressen.

The Future of Electric Vehicles in Commercial Transportation

April 11, 2012

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

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.

Lufthansa Cargo Launches New Express Service for Urgent Shipments

April 3, 2012

Lufthansa Cargo AG

Lufthansa Cargo AG has created a new express service for the most urgent shipments. Dubbed Courier.Solutions, the offering provides shippers with the carrier's fastest transit and shortest delivery times. It is supplemented by constant surveillance and custody of consignments.

Flash Global Moves Into New Parts D.C. at Chicago's O'Hare Airport

March 28, 2012

Flash Global

Flash Global, a provider of services for critical parts and products, has moved into its new Flagship Parts Distribution Center at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.

UPS Seals Bid to Acquire TNT Express in All-Cash Offer

March 27, 2012

UPS

Parcel Service Inc. has reached agreement to acquire TNT Express N.V., in an all-cash offer valued at approximately $12.56 per ordinary share. Total value of the transaction was set at $6.77bn.

Seko Opens New Logistics Facility in El Paso, Texas

March 23, 2012

Seko Worldwide

Seko Worldwide, a third-party provider of logistics and supply-chain services, has opened a new facility in El Paso, Tex. The location provides a full range of services, including transportation, logistics and information-technology support.

Rethinking Parcel-Intensive Inbound Supply Chains To Improve Visibility, Increase Control And Cut Costs By As Much As 20 Percent

March 16, 2012

Ryder

As enterprises look to minimize complexity, improve inbound supply chain efficiency and reduce costs, there is a growing need for intelligent solutions that provide the visibility, optimization and integration required to ensure that every part, component and package is shipped using the most effective service level.

time:matters Expands Same-Day Air Network to Aberdeen, Scotland

February 28, 2012

Time:matters

Spend Management Experts Unveils Suite of Optimization Services

February 16, 2012

Spend Management Experts

Parcel & Express

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding express and small shipments 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 thanks, in part, to the boom in e-commerce. New technologies that provide information during express and small shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these cargo services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using express shipping solutions to power their supply chains.