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(20 articles)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
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'
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
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 ear
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
JNP Container Freight Station Licence Suspension Disrupts India Trade
A licensing suspension of a Container Freight Station (CFS) operator at India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNP), India's largest container port, has created material disruption to trade flows and cargo ha
EU De Minimis Threshold Removal: What Retailers Must Know
Beginning July 1st, the European Union will terminate its de minimis threshold—a long-standing exemption that allowed shipments below a certain value to bypass standard customs duties and declarations
The Hidden Logistics Race Powering Quick Commerce Deliveries
Quick commerce—the delivery of everyday goods within minutes to hours—has become a significant force in retail logistics, particularly in emerging markets. Behind every rapid delivery lies a sophistic
Norfolk Southern Thoroughbred Freight: Key Rail Service for Daily Logistics
Norfolk Southern's Thoroughbred Freight Services represents a significant rail-based solution for companies managing complex supply chain operations across North America. While the article headline em
DP World Gains IATA Cert for Mexico City Air Operations
DP World has obtained IATA (International Air Transport Association) certification for its Mexico City operations, marking an important credential upgrade for the global logistics operator's air cargo