Global Logistics

American Airlines Cargo Adds Global Leasing Option

October 26, 2015

American Airlines Cargo has developed a new leasing program for the temperature-controlled unit load device known as CSafe Global RKN. The high-tech units are capable of maintaining a temperature of four to 25 degrees Celsius through long flights and extended hold times.

Once Sanctions Cash Rolls In, Iran Plans to Beef Up Its Maritime Fleet

October 26, 2015

Maritime Executive

With U.S.-led sanctions expected to be lifted soon as part of July's nuclear deal, Iran has unveiled a $120bn fleet expansion campaign.

Will Mexico's Growing Ports Pose a Threat to U.S. Gateways?

October 26, 2015

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Mexico is competing with the U.S. for manufacturing work coming back to the western hemisphere from China and other parts of Asia. Will it pose the same challenge for U.S. ports?

Container Lines Show Marked Improvement in On-time Performance in Three Main East-West Trades

October 23, 2015

Drewry

Container service reliability across the three main East-West trades reached a new data series high in September, rising by 6.5 percentage points over August to the new record of 79.9 percent, according to Carrier Performance Insight, the online schedule reliability tool provided by Drewry Supply Chain Advisors.

AAPA Offers Interactive Map of Member Ports

October 22, 2015

American Association of Port Authorities

The American Association of Port Authorities has created an interactive western hemispheric map of its member ports.

How a Customer Advisory Board Can Drive Innovation

October 22, 2015

SupplyChainBrain

Matt Menner, senior vice president of strategic account management with Transplace, is joined by John Brooks, director of transportation and distribution with Philips North America, in a discussion of how their participation in a Customer Advisory Board has fostered a new level of collaboration between the two companies.

Newgistics to Handle U.S. Deliveries for Alibaba

October 21, 2015

Newgistics Inc.

Newgistics Inc., a provider of logistics services and technology for retailers and brands, will provide delivery in the U.S. for products purchased through AliExpress, the e-commerce unit of Alibaba that connects Chinese businesses with international buyers.

EnVista Unveils New Direct Store Delivery System for Beverage Industry

October 20, 2015

enVista Corp.

EnVista Corp. has developed a new direct store delivery (DSD) system for improving beverage deliveries.

Marisol Opens Seattle Office; Roadrunner Expands in Canada

October 20, 2015

Marisol International LLC

Marisol International LLC, a provider of international freight forwarding, non-vessel operating common carrier and customs brokerage services, is opening a new office in Seattle, in conjunction with the newly formed Northwest Seaport Alliance.

Manufacturer Improves Strategic Supply and Demand Chain with Amber Road

October 19, 2015

Challenge: This global leader in power and automation technologies operates in 100 countries and managed its international trade using a partly decentralized model. However, as the company grew and new trade agreements were ratified, their supply chain became more complex.

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