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Why the Supply Chain Isn't Pitting Gen Z Against Millennials

When multiple generations come together, innovation begins.

L.I.N.K. | A Conversation with a Trucking Influencer

Associate editor Brielle Jaekel speaks with driver and social influencer Clarissa Rankin about her experience on the road and online.

L.I.N.K. Educate -- FANUC Says Technology Growth Opens Upskilling Opportunities

FANUC executive director explains why the growth of technology requires more upskilling in the supply chain space.

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L.I.N.K. Educate -- How Maritime Schooling Prepares Students for a Career in Ocean Freight

Associate Editor Brielle Jaekel sits down with a SUNY Maritime graduate who is now a Marine Super Intendant and Vessel Planner.

Alex Stemmer

Another Maritime Disaster Hits Container Industry

A crane collapse in Taiwan sees one injured and two more trapped. Will this add to the supply chain disruptions?

Christina Felschen

What Rising Diesel Prices and Driver Shortage Mean for U.S./Mexico Cross-Border Trade

Expect that trade relationships will continue to prosper between the United States and Mexico, making it more important to work with a partner that can be an extension of your team to help navigate cross-border shipping needs.

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Future of Digital Freight Brokerage Lies Within Automation and Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence and big data analytics help drive growth in digital freight brokerage.

Alex Stemmer

Trailer Bridge Expands to International Shipping

Trailer Bridge expands with a new international division that provides a comprehensive logistics solution from a single-source provider for global shippers.

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I-40 Bridge Closure Puts the Cost of Doing Nothing to Repair Infrastructure on Display

A crack that was visible on the bridge back in 2016 but never repaired has now shut down a vital route for truckers, costing the industry $2.4 million a day in delays.

Kalyakan

Freight Technology: How Emerging Tech is Reshaping the Logistics Industry

Whatever the next crisis is, companies are more likely to survive (and even flourish) if they are willing to reinforce their supply chains with technology and leave the pen and paper behind.

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Rise in Rollover Rates Result from Rise in Maritime Supply Chain Woes

Data from ports across the world collected by project44 shows that the percentage of containers missing their scheduled sailing is still rising, with some major carriers and ports posting rollover rates over 50% for the month of April.

Kalyakan

How Propane Can Reduce a Port’s Environmental Impact

Propane can be used in a wide variety of port applications, including port and terminal tractors, forklifts, light- and medium-duty vehicles, shuttles and even small marine vessels.

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The 100-Day Supply Chain Review, Part 3: Nearshoring vs. Offshoring

While the 100-day review is designed to better understand several aspects of U.S. supply chains, it will hopefully force companies to reassess how they move products through the chain.

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Hapag-Lloyd Reduces Sulphur Oxides by 70%

As supply chain companies look to transform into sustainable entities, Hapag-Lloyd reveals accomplishments like fuel savings and innovative propulsion concepts.

Alex Stemmer

Import Surge Expected to Continue Through Summer Months

The rise in imports at retail container ports is expected to continue through the end of the summer as workers aim to meet consumer demand, according to a report by the National Retail Federation.

Alex Stemmer

FourKites Targets Ocean Freight Market

FourKites makes a strategic acquisition to create a visibility solution specific to ocean freight.

Kalyakan

E2Open, Dun & Bradstreet Report Analyzes Suez Canal Ripple Effect

The Top 10 industries most impacted by this incident include department stores, auto and home supply stores, hardware stores, surgical and medical equipment suppliers, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, semiconductor and more.

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Suez Canal Disruption Will Cost $45B in Coming Quarter

ClearPrism reports the canal blockage will affect approximately 25% of the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) value, and the ripple effect will result in impacts on another 15%.

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US Ports to See Infrastructure Improvements with New Funding Program

The U.S. Department of Transportation invests in the nation's port and intermodal infrastructure with a new $230 million in discretionary grant funding program.

Alex Stemmer

Ocean Freight Sees More Issues with Suez Canal Blockage

Evergreen Marine ship, the Ever Given, ran aground in the Suez Canal in Egypt, causing a major blockage in marine traffic in an important area.

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Hapag-Lloyd Targets West African Market with Acquisition

Hapag-Lloyd acquires African container company NileDutch in an effort to corner the market in West Africa, during a global shortage in containers.

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Lunch & Learn About Transportation in Upcoming SCN Summit Webcast

Register today for SCN Summit: Transportation to learn more about how transportation providers—air, truck, ship and rail--adjust to supply chain disruptions such as a global pandemic or a natural disaster.

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JAXPORT’s New Plan Focuses on Building Cargo Business, Creating Private-Sector Jobs

Unlike previous years, where the goals focused more on infrastructure; the future of the port lies in building the port’s cargo business and creating new private-sector jobs.

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Maersk Proves Sustainability on the Seas is Possible

Maersk says that by 2023 it will operate a carbon neutral vessel, which it claims will be the first.

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Awake.AI, European Space Agency Collaborate to Develop Maritime Logistics Marketplace

Awake.AI’s platform is currently used by port authorities and operators, cargo owners and ship operators.