Global Logistics

Drone Tracking Plan Moves U.S. Delivery by Air Closer to Reality

December 21, 2017

Deliveries by drones took a step closer to being allowed in the U.S. after a federal advisory panel agreed on a framework for allowing law enforcement to routinely track the small devices.

Delivery Companies Brace for the Pre-Christmas Crush

December 20, 2017

The Wall Street Journal

Package-delivery companies are bracing for their busiest week of the holiday season, and one with less room for error.

Report: Procurement Is 'Critical' to Tackling Slavery in Jewelry Industry

December 18, 2017

Supply Management

Leading jewelry retailers must go beyond a reliance on accreditation schemes to ensure their supply chains are free of slavery, according to a new report.

World's Largest Automated Terminal Begins Trials

December 18, 2017

Maritime Executive

Shanghai Yangshan Deep-Water Port's Phase IV container terminal started its trial operations last week. The 550-acre, $1.8bn facility is the latest expansion of the Port of Shanghai's complex on Yangshan Island, which has deeper water than the port operator’s mainland terminals.

Asian Piracy Is at a 10-Year Low

December 14, 2017

Maritime Executive

There were no piracy incidents reported to ReCAAP ISC this month, and the period from January to October was the lowest over the last 10 years, reports the agency.

Far From the Farm Gate: Inside Australia's Animal Trade

December 12, 2017

Maritime Executive

In Australia's live export trade, the animals' journey from the farm gate can sometimes start with a journey by truck of over 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles).

A Need for Speed: Trends in E-Commerce Fulfillment

December 11, 2017

Adrian Kumar, VP Solutions Design Americas, DHL Supply Chain

How the Global Debt Crisis Threatens Your Supply Chain

December 8, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The world is overrun by debt. How can companies and supply chains protect themselves from the consequences of massive default?

Maersk Lets Customers Track Containers With IoT

December 8, 2017

Supply Management

Maersk Line, the world’s largest container shipping company, is working to reshape supply chains through the internet of things.

Modern Control Towers: Choosing the Right One for Your Digital Supply Chain

December 7, 2017

MP Objects

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.