Global Logistics

A Port With Too Much Container Space? Welcome to the Bizarro World

February 1, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, Managing Editor, SupplyChainBrain

In the Superman comics, the Bizarro World is a planet where normal people and events become strangely inverted. Which, in the world of global trade and supply chain, appears to be happening with increasing regularity.

Projected 4.6 Percent Growth in Container Ship Capacity Is 'Slowest' Rate in More Than 25 Years

January 29, 2016

Maritime Executive

Global container ship capacity is expected to increase by 4.6 percent in 2016, the slowest growth rate in more than 25 years, giving some relief to an industry hammered by oversupply, consultancy firm Alphaliner forecast on Tuesday.

Bucking Industry Trend, Chinese Carriers Report Increased Airfreight Traffic in 2015

January 29, 2016

Cargo Facts

Two themes that have featured heavily in the air logistics media recently are the lack of growth in airfreight demand, and the shift of what volume remains from freighters to the bellies of the current generation of widebody passenger aircraft.

Why Inbound Sales Order Automation is the Right Move for Your Business

January 28, 2016

ecmarket

Railroad Trade Group Touts Investment in Safety and Innovation

January 28, 2016

AAR

An ultrasonic system to locate track defects and use of unmanned aerial vehicles for inspection of track, bridge and other freight rail infrastructure are among the technologies being explored by the railroad industry, according to a report from the Association of American Railroads.

Following Record Year, Demand for Logistics Properties Should Stay High in 2016, Survey Says

January 28, 2016

JLL

Industrial and supply chain real estate occupiers and investors alike experienced a record-breaking year in 2015 and should expect this trend to continue well into 2016, according to a JLL logistics survey report. Strong demand for logistics facilities is expected to remain consistent globally during 2016. Rental growth is projected to continue across all markets of the world in 2016 and through 2017.

Nexteer Automotive Enhances China Trade Management Capability

January 27, 2016

Amber Road

Nexteer Automotive, a multibillion-dollar global manufacturer of advanced steering and driveline products, has expanded its ability to meet China's trade regulations with Amber Road's China Trade Management solution.

CargoSmart Adds Features to Big Schedules Search Engine

January 27, 2016

CargoSmart Limited

CargoSmart Limited, a provider of global shipment-management software, has added features to Big Schedules, its sailing-schedule search engine.

SAP's Global Trade Services App Is Certified by Customs

January 26, 2016

SAP SE

The SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) application of SAP SE is now certified with U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) for Entry Summaries.

Unprepared Supply Chains Are 'Driving Blindfold' Toward Disaster

January 25, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, Managing Editor, SupplyChainBrain

What's the biggest risk to global supply chains today? Natural disasters? Terrorism? Supplier failure? Port strikes? How about ignorance?

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.