Global Logistics

The Critical Challenges of High-Tech Supply Chains

April 19, 2013

Perry Santia, senior vice president of Genpact, provides the "big picture" of how high-tech supply chains are coping with the challenges of serving customers today.

Expanding Panama Canal Will Downsize Number of U.S. Air Cargo Hubs, Report Finds

April 19, 2013

Air Cargo World

An expanded Panama Canal will result in a smaller number of North American air cargo centers, according to the recently released North American Port Analysis by commercial real estate firm Colliers International. The report, titled "CapEx or Capsize," says air cargo's role in global trade will be defined by the tug-of-war between energy/infrastructure costs and e-commerce growth in the first post-Panamax decade, from 2015 through 2025.

WCS 2.0 Smart Warehouse Suite:â„¢ Maximizing Automation Functionality With Real-time Visibility

April 18, 2013

FORTE

A generational leap in distribution center operational efficiency and strategic planning

China Expands Footprint in Port Operations in South Asia

April 18, 2013

Drewry

By recently taking charge of the Gwadar port in Pakistan, China has increased its presence in Southern Asia's port sector, much to the concern of the Indian Government.

Penske Logistics Upgrades Data Center in Ohio

April 17, 2013

Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics has upgraded its data center, which is now located a few miles away from its previous site in Beachwood, Ohio.

DHL Express Adds Widebodies, Enhances Asia-U.S. and Intra-Asia Services

April 16, 2013

DHL Express

DHL Express has made a number of enhancements to its services between Asia and the U.S., and within Asia.

Maersk Invests In Biomass Research, Seeking Alternative Fuel Source

April 16, 2013

Supply Chain Digital

Maersk has announced an investment into biomass research in a bis to reduce its bunker fuel consumption. According to the company, which has an annual fuel bill of $7bn, there has been no prior research into the possibility of using biomass in the shipping industry.

Ocean Container Operators 'Struggle' with Weak Demand

April 16, 2013

Drewry

Managing month-to-month changes to services and schedules is now a constant battle for container operators as they strive to keep the spot market from imploding in the current weak demand environment, according to Drewry's latest Container Forecaster report.

Railroads Said to Be Prepared for Increased Business Brought on by Panama Canal Expansion

April 16, 2013

Railway Age

Freight railroads are positioning themselves to meet future transportation demands in this country, including those related directly and indirectly to the expansion of the Panama Canal, Edward R. Hamberger, Association of American Railroads (AAR) president and CEO, told the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

March Madness? U.S. Imports Drop 15 Percent in One Month - Biggest Dip Since 2009

April 16, 2013

Zepol Corp.

U.S. import shipment volume for March, measured in TEUs, decreased by 15 percent from February and by 12.5 percent from March of 2012. While February imports were unusually high, March imports were unusually low. In fact, imports for the month of March have not been this low since 2009.

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.