Global Logistics

Improving E-Commerce Fulfillment Through Business Integration

March 29, 2017

Amazon Is Using Logistics for FBA Orders, Pushing Ahead on Drones

March 27, 2017

An Amazon executive said the company at this point is just using its recent investments in logistics and transportation to handle internal capacity, including servicing sellers using its Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) program where it handles third-party orders.

Transpod Targets 2020 for Deployment of Freight-Based Hyperloop

March 22, 2017

CBC News

Imagine you could travel from Montreal to Toronto in 30 minutes after buying a ticket to ride inside an aluminum pod that travelled at high speed inside a low-pressure tube.

UPS Ranked Most Valuable Logistics Brand in 2017

March 20, 2017

Air Cargo World

Once again, UPS has seized the top position by a long-shot, with a brand value of $22bn, according to Brand Finance, a U.K.-based valuation and strategy consultant that appraises the brand values of the world's leading logistics companies.

Somali Pirates Hijack First Commercial Ship Since 2012

March 20, 2017

The New York Times

Pirates have hijacked an oil tanker with eight Sri Lankan crew on board, Somali authorities said last week, the first time a commercial ship has been seized in the region since 2012.

How Shippers Can Protect Themselves Against Another Carrier Bankruptcy

March 20, 2017

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Should shippers and ocean carriers have seen the bankruptcy of Hanjin Shipping Co. Ltd. coming?

Hiring Pace Picks Up in Trucking Sector

March 17, 2017

The Wall Street Journal

Trucking fleets stepped up hiring at the fastest pace in five years in February, adding 10,600 jobs in a display of confidence as companies across U.S. industries ramped up payrolls.

384 reasons to be in Chicago on June 14-16

March 16, 2017

eft's 3PL & Supply Chain Summit

Improving Global Supply Chain Efficiency Calls for Industry Involvement

March 16, 2017

SupplyChainBrain

Analyst Insight: U.S. shippers have had ample reasons to be frustrated with the international supply chain in recent years. The industry has incurred multiple disruptions and increasing operating complexity that is likely to get worse before it gets better - unless we change the way we approach these challenges. – Adriene Bailey, chief strategy officer, Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc.

How Container Shipping Is Evolving in Asia's Changing Economies

March 16, 2017

Maritime Executive

The viability of the international container ship transportation industry depends on vibrant trade between distant nations, and that trade depends on cost-competitive manufacturing industries in the exporting nations, mainly China.

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.