Global Logistics

Following Record Year, Demand for Logistics Properties Should Stay High in 2016, Survey Says

January 28, 2016

Industrial and supply chain real estate occupiers and investors alike experienced a record-breaking year in 2015 and should expect this trend to continue well into 2016, according to a JLL logistics survey report. Strong demand for logistics facilities is expected to remain consistent globally during 2016. Rental growth is projected to continue across all markets of the world in 2016 and through 2017.

Nexteer Automotive Enhances China Trade Management Capability

January 27, 2016

Amber Road

Nexteer Automotive, a multibillion-dollar global manufacturer of advanced steering and driveline products, has expanded its ability to meet China's trade regulations with Amber Road's China Trade Management solution.

CargoSmart Adds Features to Big Schedules Search Engine

January 27, 2016

CargoSmart Limited

CargoSmart Limited, a provider of global shipment-management software, has added features to Big Schedules, its sailing-schedule search engine.

SAP's Global Trade Services App Is Certified by Customs

January 26, 2016

SAP SE

The SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) application of SAP SE is now certified with U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) for Entry Summaries.

Unprepared Supply Chains Are 'Driving Blindfold' Toward Disaster

January 25, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, Managing Editor, SupplyChainBrain

What's the biggest risk to global supply chains today? Natural disasters? Terrorism? Supplier failure? Port strikes? How about ignorance?

Hanson Logistics Building Chill Facility in Michigan

January 20, 2016

Hanson Logistics

Hanson Logistics will build a new temperature-controlled facility to serve fruit and vegetable growers and processors in Southwest Michigan.

Dunavant Expands Distribution Coverage in Houston

January 20, 2016

Dunavant

Dunavant, a provider of logistics and supply-chain management services, has expanded its presence in Houston.

Transervice Logistics Launches Freight-Management Unit

January 20, 2016

Transervice Logistics Inc.

Transervice Logistics Inc. has launched Transervice Integrated Solutions (TIS), a freight-management entity.

Chinese Unit of Amazon Wants to Enter Ocean Freight Forwarding

January 20, 2016

Maritime Executive

Amazon.com's China arm has registered as an ocean freight forwarder, according to the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, a move that will give it more control over shipping products from Chinese factories to U.S. shoppers.

Kuehne & Nagel Unveil Singapore Logistics Hub

January 19, 2016

Kuehne & Nagel

Kuehne & Nagel, the global logistics services provider, has unveiled its new Singapore Logistics Hub.

Global Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods faster and farther around the world than ever before through global logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during 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 global logistics solutions to power their supply chains.