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Fleet Management
North American Transborder Freight Down 0.1% in December 2023
Total transborder freight by border is down in December 2023, compared to December 2022, according to recent data from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Air Cargo
Delta Cargo Launches E-Commerce Solution DeliverDirect
Air Cargo
Air Cargo Demand up 3.8% in October
Software Solutions
Pricing Solution to Streamline Cargo Booking Process
Air Cargo
How Air Freight is Evolving to Help Shippers Pivot Amid Disruption
Carbon Footprint
Global Decarbonization Solution to Reduce Life-Cycle Carbon Emissions in Air Freight
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Project Management Software
Nominations Open for 2024 Top Supply Chain Projects Award
This award profiles innovative case study-type projects designed to automate, optimize, streamline and improve the supply chain. Submissions close March 29.
Webinars
SCN Summit: State of the Supply Chain
June 4, 2024
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Register now to hear from experts about the State of Today’s Supply Chains through topics revolve around Warehouse Automation, Generative AI, Automation, Electrification, Company Culture and more.
Retention
Alexis Asks: Upskilling the Supply Chain
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Investments in upskilling ensure the workforce is well-positioned to contribute meaningfully to the innovations of tomorrow.
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Software Solutions
Quantum-Powered Solution to Optimize Capacity, Inventory and Routing
Unisys Logistics Optimization is built for air cargo, ground handlers and freight forwarders and is designed to help logistics companies optimize capacity, inventory and routing.
Air Cargo
Air Cargo Experiences First Annual Growth Since February 2022
Global air cargo demand increased by 1.5% compared to August 2022 levels (1.2% for international operations).
Air Cargo
Air Cargo Demand Strengthens Despite Economic Concerns
North American carriers posted the weakest performance of all regions, with a 5.2% decrease in cargo volumes in July compared to the same month in 2022.
Air Cargo
Ascent Global Logistics Acquisition Propels Expedited Logistics Solutions
Ascent provides on-demand ground and air expedited logistics solutions to complex, time-critical logistics requirements through truck brokerage, freight forwarding, and other value-added transportation services.
Air Cargo
Air Cargo Demand Remains Weak: Study
The global manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) indicates an annual contraction of 1.4% in new export orders and a decrease of 5.2% year-on-year in production PMI. This suggests a cooling in global manufacturing demand.
Air Cargo
AI-Powered Solutions to Optimize Cargo Capacity
Etihad Cargo launched an AI-powered solution to transform airfreight operations and boost cargo capacity on flights.
Air Cargo
Global Air Freight Visibility
These new capabilities are designed to provide true door-to-door air visibility.
3PL/4PL
A Logistics Jam Session: Transformations in Transportation Procurement
June 28, 2023
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Join DAT and The J.M. Smucker Company for a current state of freight discussion focused on transformations in transportation procurement and management.
Air Cargo
Automatic Material Handling Solution for Air Freight
This robotic system is capable of handling cargo of a variety of sizes and weights, even odd-shaped cargo.
Air Cargo
Air Cargo Closes 2022 Near Pre-Pandemic Levels
Global new export orders, a leading indicator of cargo demand, have stayed at the same level since October. For major economies, new export orders are shrinking except in Germany, the United States, and Japan, where they grew.
Micro-Fulfillment
How Evolving Global Seaport Regions Impact Industrial Real Estate
The CBRE Supply Chain Advisory group estimates that transportation accounts for 45-70% of total logistics costs. Locating distribution facilities near seaports can help to lower transportation costs.
Transportation
3PL Acquisition Doubles Down on Logistics Offerings Across the Border
Together, the new combined companies offer the management of international and domestic air, ocean, ground transport, custom brokerage and project cargo, among other services.
Trucking
Solving Freight’s Half-Empty Truck Problem Ahead of the Holiday Surge
Pooling more freight at scale provides a smarter, more sustainable blueprint for all modes across the supply chain. For trucks, that future is here.
3PL/4PL
Crossing the Border: Managing Regulatory & Supply Chain Disruptions
Shippers have always known that cross-border freight is a critical part of the global supply chain but now it’s clearer than ever before.
Air Cargo
Air Cargo Tracks Near Pre-Pandemic Levels
Global goods trade continued to recover in Q2 and the additional easing of COVID-19 restrictions in China will further boost recovery in coming months.
Transportation
American Eagle's Journey Into Logistics Continues with Nationwide Delivery Network
American Eagle Outfitter's logistics subsidiary launches an expansive national delivery service for retailers and brands to streamline customer's ability to gain instant nationwide coverage.
Transportation
As Consumers Cut Spending, Online Merchants Need Affordable Shipping Options to Win Sales
Budget-conscious online shoppers are being more selective about spending as costs continue to rise and consumers feel the pinch to their wallets.
Transportation
The Current State of Logistics
In two years, the logistics industry has transformed. Find out where the industry is at today and what shippers are doing to combat the constant disruption.
Warehousing
2022 Sees First Price Jump in Containers
After significant lows in prices for containers, research shows the global average of monthly container prices increase for the first time this year.
Transportation
Does Lack of Prediction Ability Mean Container Shipping Chaos Peak Season?
A new report shows that more than half of freight forwarders are concerned that the peak season will bring more chaos than last year.
Transportation
Ethiopian Airlines Makes Big Investment in Air Cargo
Ethiopian Airlines adds five new freighters to its fleet to capitalize on near-term cargo demand.
Transportation
Freight Costs in the New Era
Soaring freight costs are still burdening retailers, but re-sourcing and expanding carrier networks can offer much-needed relief. Here’s how businesses can refine their supply chain strategies.
Risk/Compliance
Earthquake Preparedness: How Parametric Insurance Prevents Supply Chain Collapse
Imagine a major earthquake strikes one of our major shipping ports and airports, where essential goods are transported through. How does the supply chain continue on?
Warehousing
Rising Costs Prompt New Records for Import
United States retailers are importing materials and goods at a record pace, according to the NRF, ahead of rising costs and fear of more supply chain disruption.
Transportation
Omni Logistics Is Latest To Expand
Like so many logistics companies today leaning into the growth of the industry, Omni Logistics expands operations with three new facilities.
Last-Mile
Supply Chain Changes Pushes USPS to Slow First-Class Delivery Times
The United States Postal Service makes changes to numerous delivery solutions, but most importantly its first-class package service, allowing for longer lead times.
Air Cargo
In Flight Update: The State of Air Cargo in 2022
The air cargo market continues to be buffeted by volatility, with geopolitics, economics, the pandemic, and other factors clouding the outlook for the rest of 2022. The name of the game for shippers: how nimble can you be?
3PL/4PL
Russian Invasion Creates Ripple Effect Through Supply Chains
Despite how and when the Russia/Ukraine War ends, the impacts are already being felt by many supply chains, leading to production stoppages, port closures and other bottlenecks sure to create additional supply chain disruptions for months to come.
Air Cargo
Reducing Emissions in Air Freight
GoGreen Plus is part of DHL‘s mid-term sustainability roadmap for 2030 and contributes to the sub-target of having at least 30% of fuel requirements covered by sustainable fuels.
Transportation
project44 Allows Public to Follow Supply Chain Crisis Data
Inspired by the latest supply chain disrupter, the Freedom Convoy in Canada, project44 releases an online portal designed to let the public see real-time insight and data on the global movement of goods.