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Potential Efficiency Improvements: Vehicle Efficiency in Businesses

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Biofuels, derived from renewable sources like plant materials, boast a lower carbon footprint while still being compatible with existing diesel engines (often in blends) (Khare & Sharma, 2003). Ensure trainers are experienced drivers who can effectively teach fuel-efficient techniques in real-world scenarios (DfT, 2002).

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7 Supply Chain Cost Saving Ideas from SpaceX

Supply Chain Opz

In June 2002, Space Exploration Technologies Corporation or SpaceX was established with the goal to make the space launch service way cheaper. And on 25 May 2012, they made a very remarkable achievement by being the first privately-fund company who could send cargo from the earth to the International Space Station.

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Can You Trust the Information Your Supply Chain System Tells You?

NC State SCRC

But what happens when information is presented by human and automated sources? And what happens if those information sources conflict? For example, a Russian passenger jet and cargo plane in 2002 crashed in a mid-air collision. Source: In Automation we Trust? This situation occurs more than you might think.

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Interoceanic Passages

Abivin

It is standard procedure to unload some Mediterranean-bound ships and use the Sumed pipeline to move the excess cargo. billion of its total revenue in the fiscal year 2014, placing it as the third-largest source of income in the nation. billion tons of cargo (as of 2020). meters in 2008 as opposed to 22.5 meters in 2001.

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The Amazonification of Logistics

Techgistics

Amazon has had such a major impact on eCommerce, that I thought it would make sense to look back on some of their innovations that are directly or indirectly impacting logistics: Super Saver Shipping Super Saver Shipping was introduced in 2002 offering free shipping for orders over $25.

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The Year the Ports Stole Christmas? Hopefully Not.

Logistics Viewpoints

The photos of the cargo ships at anchor waiting for berth at the ports of LA and Long Beach certainly generate an emotional response, “what in those containers will affect my work or personal consumption plans?” Source: Ports of LA, Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle-Tacoma. The LA and Long Beach Container Vessels.

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Industry Supply Chains Hunker Down for U.S. East and Gulf Ports Labor Stoppage

Supply Chain Matters

The ILA has indicated that during a work stoppage, dock workers will handle cargo related to U.S. Indications are that rather than attempting to offload cargo at alternative ports, container lines will instead, in the short-term, keep ships at anchor surrounding various ports. military or defense needs. East and Gulf Coast ports.