Global Logistics

Saudia Cargo Upgrades Shanghai Service With 747-8 Freighter

April 23, 2014

Saudi Airlines Cargo has upgraded its Shanghai service with the addition of a Boeing 747-8 freighter.

UPS Enhances Operations in Three North American Markets

April 23, 2014

UPS has enhanced facilities in three North American markets, with expanded locations in Calgary, Alberta; Hebron, Ky., and Mira Loma, Calif.

Insights from MHI's New 'Material Handling and Logistics Roadmap'

April 22, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Bill Ferrell, professor of industrial engineering at Clemson and one of the authors of the newly published Material Handling and Logistics Roadmap, discusses the findings of this comprehensive study and what they mean for the industry's future.

Yusen Logistics Launches Cross-Border Trucking Link to Indochina

April 16, 2014

Yusen Logistics

Yusen Logistics has launched the South East Asia Link (SEAL) service, a cross-border trucking operation in Indochina.

CEVA Logistics Opens New Foreign Trade Zone in Miami

April 16, 2014

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Logistics has opened a foreign trade zone within a warehouse in Miami.

UPS Expanding Healthcare-Support Network in Latin America

April 15, 2014

UPS

UPS is adding three facilities in Latin America dedicate to supporting the healthcare industry.

CaroTrans Launches Direct Le Havre-Houston LCL Export Service

April 11, 2014

CaroTrans International

CaroTrans International, a non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator, has launched a weekly less-than-containerload export service from Le Havre, France to Houston.

Reshoring Is No Fad - It's Invigorating the U.S. Supply Chain Network

April 11, 2014

Manufacturing.net

Many past decisions to offshore manufacturing were based on price alone. Today, manufacturers are looking at more than just price when considering sourcing decisions and production locations.

How Molex 'Plans for Every Part'

April 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

"Plan for every part" is a key concept that's helping companies do a better job of forecasting. Aaron Simms, vice president of global customer service operations with Molex, is joined by Jonathon Karelse, partner with NorthFind Partners, to discuss how Molex applies the fundamentals of PFEP to its demand-planning function.

Descartes Systems Group Acquires Computer Management USA

April 10, 2014

Descartes Systems Group

Descartes Systems Group, a provider of information systems technology for logistics, has acquired Computer Management USA, a U.S.-based specialist in security filing and air-cargo management services for airlines and their partners.

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