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URBAN ONLINE SHOPPERS TO BOOST QUBE'S MOOREBANK FREIGHT HUB

Jul 19, 2019

Qube's new $2.1 billion Moorebank freight hub near Sydney's Port Botany will benefit from rising demand for automated warehouses by online retailers that want to be close to both ports and consumers, a new survey from UBS has found. Qube plans to have its Moorebank freight hub, which will st...

FINANCIAL REVIEW
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IBM’S INTELLIGENT SUPPLY CHAIN

Jul 19, 2019

Technology giant IBM has released a new video demonstrating how Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the supply chain end-to-end, enabled by the Internet-of-Things and blockchain. In the video, IBM emphasises how innovation in the supply chain is being accelerated by increasin...

PORT TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
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FORU TRUCKING CEO SHARES HOW BIG DATA AND AI HAVE REVOLUTIONIZED FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION

Jul 18, 2019

China's freight transportation industry is undergoing a radical transformation fuelled by artificial intelligence and big data, according to a keynote speech delivered by Dandan Shan, CEO of ForU Trucking, at RISE 2019 in Hong Kong. Shan—who founded China's leading truckload servi...

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HEMA INVESTS IN AI TO TRANSFORM SUPPLY CHAIN

Jul 18, 2019

European retailer HEMA has invested in artificial intelligence and machine learning technology from JDA and Blue Yonder to transform its retail supply chain. It will use JDA Luminate Demand Edge, a cognitive SaaS solution that uses machine-learning algorithms to develop accurate demand forecasts, an...

LOGISTICS MANAGER
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THYSSENKRUPP MATERIALS SERVICES INTEGRATES AI FOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT

Jul 18, 2019

Since early 2019 an artificial intelligence (AI) system, supported by Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform, has been integrated into the processes at thysssenkrupp Materials Services. Known as “alfred,” the system helps manage the company’s global logistics network, which compris...

CANADIAN METALWORKING
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4 TECH TRENDS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL LOGISTICS

Jul 18, 2019

The global logistics market is expected to reach $ 1,374 billion by the year 2023. This age-old industry has heavily relied on human intervention for managing inventories, coordinating transport, handling materials and smooth functioning of warehouses. However, this has involved extensive coordinati...

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NEW CAREER TRANSITION PROGRAMME LAUNCHED FOR RETIRING SAF SERVICEMEN GOING INTO LOGISTICS SECTOR

Jul 17, 2019

Retiring Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) servicemen could soon find it easier to transit into a second career in the supply chain and logistics industry, under a new initiative by Workforce Singapore (WSG). Servicemen on the programme will undergo workshops conducted by the Supply Chain and Logistics A...

THE STRAITS TIMES
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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (SCM) MARKET IS SLATED TO GROW RAPIDLY IN THE COMING YEARS

Jul 17, 2019

The Supply Chain Management (SCM) market research study relies upon a combination of primary as well as secondary research. It throws light on the key factors concerned with generating and limiting Supply Chain Management (SCM) market growth. In addition, the current mergers and acquisition by key p...

RISE MEDIA
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BMW EMPLOYS AI FOR LOGISTICS PROCESSES IN EUROPE

Jul 17, 2019

Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasing role in the logistical aspects of production at BMW’s plants, with the first smart AI control application making its debut at the Steyr engine factory in Austria. After planning and preparation, testing started in February this year an...

AUTOMOTIVE LOGISTICS
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ARTA EXTENDS ITS LOGISTICS SOLUTION TO SUPPORT AUCTION HOUSES & AGGREGATORS

Jul 17, 2019

ARTA, a contemporary logistics platform for shipping specialized items, recently launched ARTA for Auctions, a new solution that automates shipping for auction houses and auction aggregators to ease their logistical burdens. Leveraging ARTA’s proprietary Instant Quote, which enables buyers and...

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VAHLE OPENS STATE-OF-THE-ART AUTOMATED MINILOAD WAREHOUSE

Jul 17, 2019

VAHLE has opened one of the most modern material flow systems of its kind in Kamen. This marks the official end of the transformation of the warehouse, which cost €2.5 million. The system provider for mobile industrial applications supplies the connected production facility with individual comp...

SHD LOGISTICS
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THE BIGGEST GATHERING OF TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS INDUSTRY KICKS OFF THIS JULY

Jul 17, 2019

The only event that brings together all the stakeholders of the transport and logistics industry in one venue this coming July 24 – 26 happening at SMX Convention Centre, Pasay City, Manila. Four related shows will be occupying more than 9,000 sqm of exhibition spae with more than 300 exhibito...

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TRENDING NEWS

LOGISTICS FOR THE ENERGY REVOLUTION: WHY SHIPPING HAS A VITAL ROLE TO PLAY

Aug 19, 2019

It’s widely reported that radical change is taking place in the energy sector. But why is maritime such a green logistics choice for the major players? Renewable energy is necessary for a sustainable future – green partnerships between cargo owners and transportation providers will also ...

HELLENIC SHIPPING NEWS WORLDWIDE
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THIRD-PARTY LOGISTICS PLAYERS, E-COMMERCE FIRMS DRIVE WAREHOUSING DEMAND

Aug 16, 2019

Warehouse leasing by corporates rose a healthy 31% Y-o-Y to surpass 13 million sq ft during the first half of the 2019 calendar year (CY), with Mumbai, Chennai and Bangalore accounting for more than 60% of the activity. Warehouse leasing by corporates rose a healthy 31% Y-o-Y to surpass 13 million s...

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CAN TRANSPORTATION ANALYTICS AID THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION EFFORTS OF TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS COMPANIES?

Aug 16, 2019

Quantzig, a global data analytics and advisory firm, that delivers actionable analytics solutions to resolve complex business problems has announced the completion of their latest transportation analytics engagement for a leading transportation and logistics industry player. Transportation analytics...

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NEW INC 5000 LIST FLUSH WITH TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS COMPANIES

Aug 16, 2019

The 2019 Inc 5000 list of the fastest growing companies in the United States has been released, and it is chock-full of transportation and logistics companies. Applicants must submit four years of profit and loss statements and the last three years are what is taken into consideration for the rankin...

FREIGHTWAVES
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MACY'S DRAWS ON GOOGLE CLOUD DATA MANAGEMENT, ANALYTICS FOR WAREHOUSE OPTIMIZATION

Aug 15, 2019

Macy's is using Google Cloud data management and analytics offerings to help power its new, in-house developed warehouse management software, Google Cloud announced Wednesday. The software launch coincides with Macy's plans to open a 675,000 square-foot distribution facility in Columbus, Ohi...

SUPPLY CHAIN DIVE
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SLOWING GROWTH IN THE LOGISTICS INDUSTRY CONTINUES INTO JUNE 2019

Aug 14, 2019

The LMI is compiled and released monthly by researchers from several reputable universities, in conjunction with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), and is widely viewed throughout the sector as a measurement of industry health. The LMI reached another historic low of 56 in...

MORE THAN SHIPPING
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GSC LOGISTICS MAKES CHANGES IN THE EXECUTIVE SUITE

Aug 13, 2019

GSC Logistics said that it has made one promotion and one new hire as the company looks to expand further in the northern California and Pacific Northwest drayage markets. The Oakland, California-based intermodal carrier promoted Justin Taylor to director of Sales Operations. Taylor, who has b...

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ECHO GLOBAL LOGISTICS NAMED ONE OF CHICAGO'S 2019 BEST AND BRIGHTEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR®

Aug 13, 2019

Echo Global Logistics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ECHO), a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services, has been named one of Chicago's 2019 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®. This is the fourth consecutive year that Echo has earned the recognition. The Best and Brig...

ECHO GLOBAL LOGISTICS
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TECHNOLOGY PERMEATES THE COLD CHAIN WAREHOUSE — BUT IT HAS ITS LIMITS

Aug 13, 2019

When DHL decided to upgrade its 434,000-square-foot cold storage facility at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, the company had an eye not just on maintaining temperatures inside the facility, but making sure those temperatures held at all parts of the delivery cycle. DHL has deployed new t...

SUPPLY CHAIN DIVE
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IC BACKEND SUPPLY CHAIN TO THRIVE ON 5G SMARTPHONE PENETRATION

Aug 12, 2019

With Qualcomm aggressively offering multiple APs, baseband chips and RF front-end modules (FEMs) to tap the 5G smartphone market, its Taiwan-based backend service providers including IC packager ASE Technology Holding, IC probing specialist Chunghwa Precision Test Tech (CHPT) and testing and certifi...

DIGITIMES
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FUTURE-PROOFING YOUR SUPPLY CHAIN: IT’S NOT WHAT YOU EXPECT

Aug 12, 2019

Your greatest cost is also your greatest asset. Make one crucial step before investing in new technologies and invest in future-proofing your people. Here’s why… Technology is no doubt having a transformational impact on the supply chain sector; blockchain, automation, machine learning ...

FOOD & BEVERAGE
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ARE THERE COUNTERFEITS IN YOUR GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN?

Aug 12, 2019

The problem of counterfeiting is a multi-headed monster and it’s growing. According to the European Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the risk of a consumer purchasing counterfeit goods in the United States or the EU is roughly one in 20—and it gets bigger eac...

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
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SPOTLIGHT

DHL Lead Logistics Provider video

New LLP video shows how DHL can create competitive advantage for customers through supply chain transformation.

RESOURCES

HCC Logistics Center of Excellence

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The Logistics Center of Excellence prepares professionals who are fully knowledgeable in the logistics industry, in accordance with high standards set by industry professionals to work with shippers, ...
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Inventory to ensure deliveries through supply chains

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Increasing numbers of stock keeping units, extended and variable lead times and shorter planning horizons are challenges for planners. Variability was discussed in the previous blogpost, identifying a...
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Events

MEET THE SENSEIS WEBINAR SERIES: GOING ACCOUNT-BASED

August 20-20, 2019

Join Dave Taylor, CMO, at Impartner as he discusses how to take an account-based approach that drives higher conversions, resulting in larger deals and increased deal velocity. In this session, you’ll learn how to leverage AI-driven analytics to rapidly uncover new demand, prioritize actions b...

CAPTURE YOUR SHARE OF THE $75 BILLION LOGISTICS IT SPEND WITH FAREYE

August 20-20, 2019

In today’s world, customers from almost every industry are looking for real-time and even predictive information. Companies like Uber and Amazon are setting customer expectations at new levels. We at FarEye, are creating digital logistics solutions enabling enterprises to achieve on-time deliv...

E-COMMERCE LOGISTICS SUMMIT 2019

August 22-22, 2019

The advent of ecommerce has changed the way the logistics and supply chain game is played. The new world of etailing and digital commerce has invoked more risk and complexities than logistics and supply chain professionals have ever faced. From rapid order intake to omnichannel order fulfillment to ...

INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON LOGISTICS AND SCM SYSTEMS (ICLS)

August 19-22, 2019

ICLS is becoming the most influential meeting for Asia-based logistics and SCM. It aims to provide an international forum for leading academics, researchers and practitioners to discuss and exchange ideas on the latest developments and to seek opportunities for collaboration among the participants a...