Global Logistics

Descartes Updates Home-Delivery App for Retailers

October 29, 2013

Descartes Systems Group has launched an updated home-delivery application for retailers.

HighJump Partners With AdvancePro, Unisun Software

October 29, 2013

The TrueCommerce EDI Solutions Group of HighJump Software Inc. is partnering with Unisun Software, a provider of produce-inventory management and accounting software for packers, growers and shippers.

Amazon to Construct Massive Distribution Center in Baltimore

October 29, 2013

Baltimore Sun

Amazon.com will open a one million-square-foot distribution center that will employ 1,000 people at the site of the former General Motors plant in Southeast Baltimore, the company said.

TNT Express Extends Before-Noon Delivery in Europe

October 28, 2013

TNT Express

TNT Express had extended the number of European locations at which it offers guaranteed morning delivery of documents, packages and parcel freight.

Third-Party Logistics Service Company CEOs Project Growth Despite Slow Economy, Study Finds

October 28, 2013

Penske Logistics

Despite a slow economy, North American CEOs have their sights set on growth, expecting their companies to increase revenues by an average of 14.6 percent over the next three years, according to the 20th Annual Survey of Third-Party Logistics Provider CEOs.

Increase in Air Cargo Increase Attributed to Middle Class Growth in China, Emerging Nations

October 25, 2013

Air Cargo World

Growth of the middle class in China and other emerging economies will contribute to the future of air cargo, said Des Vertannes, the global head of cargo at the International Air Transport Association.

FedEx Express Introduces Quick Form Service in Asia-Pacific

October 23, 2013

FedEx Express

FedEx Express has introduced FedEx Quick Form in the Asia-Pacific region.

Symphony EYC Debuts Tool for Merchandise Management

October 23, 2013

Symphony EYC

Symphony EYC has developed Symphony EYC Merchandise Management and Store Operations, a new application to support omni-channel commerce.

Choice Logistics Partners With Japanese Logistics Provider

October 23, 2013

Choice Logistics

Choice Logistics has enhanced its presence in Japan, through a new partnership with a Japanese logistics provider that focuses on time-critical delivery.

C.H. Robinson Joins CargoNet in Anti-Cargo Theft Effort

October 22, 2013

C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc.

C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc. has joined CargoNet, the cargo-theft prevention and recovery network.

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