Global Logistics

Panama Canal Widening Project Reported to Be More Than 60 Percent Finished

September 4, 2013

The Panama Canal Authority, or ACP, says the $5.2bn widening of the Panama Canal is more than 60 percent complete. The first four of 16 gates for the canal's third set of locks marked a construction milestone. Locks are nearly 50 percent finished; concrete work is two-thirds done; and water-saving basins are about 40 percent complete.

UTi Worldwide Opens London Facility at Heathrow

September 3, 2013

UTi Worldwide Inc.

UTi Worldwide Inc., a provider of transportation, logistics and supply-chain services, has commenced London operations at a new location near Heathrow International Airport in the U.K.

FedEx Offers Cold-Shipping Option for Healthcare Customers

August 30, 2013

FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp. is offering a cold-shipping packaging option for shippers that require a refrigerated environment of 2-8 degrees Celsius to be maintained for up to 96 hours.

Mercedes-Benz Adds Fuel Cell Investment to New $70m Logistics Center

August 30, 2013

Hybrid Cars

Mercedes-Benz has been saying for some time now the fuel cell vehicles are coming, and while eyes are on that potential a few years hence, the company is actually investing heavily now in fuel cells for more ordinary purposes in its own logistics operations.

Choosing a 3PL for Food Distribution: 5 Critical Areas to Evaluate

August 30, 2013

Weber Logistics

To find the right partner, make sure you ask the right questions.

C-TPAT Membership: Is it Right for You?

August 30, 2013

Weber Logistics

C-TPAT membership applies to companies that move goods across U.S. borders, either as owners of the goods or logistics providers that manage or execute cargo movements.

Importer Logistics Guide for Southern California Ports: What to Do After Your Product Clears Customs

August 30, 2013

Weber Logistics

This paper provides background and tips for importers to quickly and efficiently move goods off port, to a warehouse, and eventually into the hands of your customers.

Integration Beyond EDI: Four Critical Success Factors

August 30, 2013

EXTOL International, Inc.

It is possible for one integration solution to integrate both the EDI and non-EDI areas of your business, if it possesses four critical characteristics.

UPS Adds Two Contract Logistics Facilities in China

August 29, 2013

UPS

UPS has expanded its services in China with the addition of two contract logistics distribution facilities in Chengdu and Shanghai.

Myanmar Added to Damco Portfolio of Nations Served

August 28, 2013

Damco

Following extensive work with NGOs, local companies and diplomats, Damco is assisting its clients this year to open their supply chains up to the frontier market of Myanmar.

Global Logistics

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