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(28 articles)ATRI Names New Leader: Focus Shifts to Driver Retention
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has named Page Siplon as its new president and chief operating officer, effective next month. Siplon previously led TeamOne Logistics, a driver st
FIATA Launches Handbook on Multimodal Corridors: Middle Corridor Case Study
FIATA has released the User Handbook on Multimodal Transport Corridors, a strategic resource developed to help freight forwarders evaluate and operate transport flows across multimodal corridors from
DSV Expects Lower Rates as Red Sea Routes Resume Amid Port Strain
DSV anticipates downward pressure on freight rates as shipping routes through the Red Sea return to normal operations, but port capacity constraints may limit cost reductions. The resumption of these
Hidden Costs in Packaged Goods: Uncovering Supply Chain Inefficiencies
G3 Logistics has released a whitepaper addressing a critical blind spot in packaged goods supply chains: the cumulative impact of operational exceptions on profitability and capacity utilization. Thes
Ceva Logistics Announces Major Restructuring With 10,000 Staff
Ceva Logistics, now operating under CMA CGM ownership, has announced yet another significant organizational restructuring affecting approximately 10,000 employees. This marks another chapter in the co
Safety Link Wins Ameria Dry Port Management Contract in Alexandria
Safety Link has won a management and operations contract for Ameria Dry Port in Alexandria, Egypt. This award represents a notable development in Egypt's inland logistics infrastructure, as the compan
Air cargo shifts from Plan B to core contingency strategy for shippers
Airfreight has evolved from a rarely-used backup option to a strategic contingency tool embedded in mainstream supply chain planning, according to Global Shippers Forum director James Hookham speaking
BEST Inc. Logistics Platform: Stock Impact and Operations Analysis
BEST Inc. operates a logistics platform that represents a significant operational and financial asset for the company. The article appears to analyze the connection between BEST's platform capabilitie
How Forwarders Lose Margins: Detection and Prevention Strategies
Freight forwarders face significant margin erosion between the time a shipment is quoted and when it is delivered. Key profit drains include detention and demurrage charges that are not recovered from
Merchants Miss Savings by Optimizing Only Parcel OR LTL Shipping
Many merchants have historically operated parcel and less-than-truckload (LTL) freight as disconnected shipping channels, each managed by separate logistics teams or carriers. However, the industry in
Port Congestion Remains Near Record Levels as Queue Patterns Shift
Port congestion continues to challenge container shipping operations, holding steady near record levels despite apparent shifts in queue composition and location. This persistent bottleneck reflects s
UPS Shifts Focus to Global Logistics, Deprioritizes Parcel Delivery
UPS has announced a significant organizational restructuring that elevates global logistics operations while effectively deprioritizing its traditional parcel delivery business. This strategic pivot r
Load Shifting Costs: Why Securement Budgets Fall Short
The article highlights a critical operational blind spot in supply chain management: the true financial impact of shifted cargo loads during transit. The '56.3 problem' refers to a significant cost mu
EU retreats on supply-chain rules but compliance burdens remain
The European Commission has shifted course on its ambitious supply-chain regulatory agenda, backing away from some of its more aggressive enforcement timelines and requirements. However, this retreat
Audrey Dolhen Named Chief Operating Officer at Peel Ports Group
Peel Ports Group has announced the appointment of Audrey Dolhen to the position of Chief Operating Officer, signaling a strategic focus on operational excellence within the organization. This executiv
2024 Logistics Trends: Managing Complexity Beyond Freight
The logistics and transportation sector is experiencing a fundamental evolution in operational focus. Rather than concentrating solely on freight movement efficiency, industry players are now grapplin
Last-Mile Costs Surge 12% for Second Consecutive Year
Last-mile delivery costs continue their steep climb, with median expenses rising 12% in 2026, matching the prior year's increase and signaling a structural shift rather than a cyclical anomaly. FarEye
Cargo Security Alone Insufficient: Driver Protection Emerges as Critical Supply Chain
The logistics industry has historically prioritized cargo security as the primary concern in supply chain protection protocols, but emerging evidence suggests this approach is incomplete and potential
Freight Market Tightening: What Shippers & Brokers Must Know
The freight market has entered a sustained tightening cycle, not a seasonal fluctuation, with implications for shippers and brokers who relied on artificially low rates. Overdrive Logistics detected e
Jassper Shipping $50M Investment Expands Project Logistics Capacity
Jassper Shipping has secured $50 million in growth capital to expand its project logistics and bulk cargo operations, signaling confidence in demand for specialized maritime services. This investment
Warehouse Productivity Gap Widens: Why Communication Matters Most
Warehouses across industries face persistent productivity gaps that extend beyond equipment and automation investments. The root cause frequently traces to inadequate internal communication infrastruc
BVB Freight Expands North American Logistics Network
BVB Freight has announced a significant expansion of its North American logistics operations, positioning itself to capture growing freight demand across the region. This expansion reflects broader in
CMA CGM Q2: Shipping gains mask Ceva Logistics margin pressures
CMA CGM delivered robust Q2 results buoyed by container shipping strength, yet the performance masks a persistent profitability challenge within its logistics subsidiary Ceva. While Ceva's EBITDA impr
645th ICTC Executes Logistics Operations for Operation Bold Eagle
The 645th ICTC (Integrated Container Transfer Company) has initiated logistics operations in support of Operation Bold Eagle, a military deployment initiative. This represents routine military logisti
Bulk Commodity Logistics: Hidden Operational Complexity Revealed
Bulk commodity logistics represents one of the most operationally complex yet often overlooked segments of modern supply chains. Despite low per-unit margins, the sheer volume and operational requirem
Preventive Maintenance Transforms Logistics Reliability & Reduces Downtime
Preventive maintenance is shifting from a tactical cost center to a strategic enabler of logistics reliability and supply chain resilience. Rather than reactive repairs that disrupt operations and inf
Expeditors International Highlights Asset-Light Logistics Model
Expeditors International has reaffirmed its strategic commitment to an asset-light logistics model, signaling confidence in a capital-efficient approach that prioritizes flexibility and operational ad
UPS Reinforces Global Logistics Footprint Amid Investor Scrutiny
UPS has provided stakeholders with an updated perspective on its position within the global logistics ecosystem, emphasizing its operational capabilities and strategic initiatives. This disclosure com