Global Logistics

Dunavant Expands Distribution Coverage in Houston

January 20, 2016

Dunavant

Dunavant, a provider of logistics and supply-chain management services, has expanded its presence in Houston.

Transervice Logistics Launches Freight-Management Unit

January 20, 2016

Transervice Logistics Inc.

Transervice Logistics Inc. has launched Transervice Integrated Solutions (TIS), a freight-management entity.

Chinese Unit of Amazon Wants to Enter Ocean Freight Forwarding

January 20, 2016

Maritime Executive

Amazon.com's China arm has registered as an ocean freight forwarder, according to the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, a move that will give it more control over shipping products from Chinese factories to U.S. shoppers.

Kuehne & Nagel Unveil Singapore Logistics Hub

January 19, 2016

Kuehne & Nagel

Kuehne & Nagel, the global logistics services provider, has unveiled its new Singapore Logistics Hub.

Yusen Logistics, SATO Corp. Team on Global Logistics App

January 18, 2016

SATO Corp.

Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd. and SATO Corp. have teamed up to launch an application for managing global logistics.

Ocean Shipping Industry Should Be Taxed on Carbon Output, IMF Urges

January 15, 2016

Maritime Executive

A report released this week by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) states that carbon taxes should be levied against the shipping industry.

Aras Teams With CloudSAFE in Cloud-Based Offering for PLM

January 13, 2016

Aras

Aras has joined with CloudSAFE to develop CloudSAFE PLM [Product Lifecycle Management] Cloud powered by Aras Innovator.

SeaLand Launches Service Between Gulf of Mexico, U.S. East Coast

January 13, 2016

SeaLand

SeaLand, an ocean carrier specializing in the intra-Americas market, has created a service between the Gulf of Mexico and the eastern and central regions of the U.S.

IAG Cargo Inaugurates Three New Routes in Latin America

January 12, 2016

IAG Cargo

IAG Cargo has added three routes to its service in Latin America. Beginning in the summer of 2016, the carrier will operate direct flights from London Gatwick to San Jose, Costa Rica and Lima, Peru.

2015 Saw Record Number of Containers Vessels Lying Idle

January 12, 2016

Maritime Executive

The global idle containership fleet hit a record high in 2015 reaching nearly six times that of the start of that year.

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