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This Week in Logistics News (July 6 – 12)

Logistics Viewpoints

Cargo ships avoiding Houthi attacks in the Red Sea face a different kind of delay-causing threat as they go around the southern tip of Africa: storms and 30-foot swells. For example, the grocer released its first report on corporate social responsibility efforts last year. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

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Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Covid-19’s Ripple Effect Continues + 5 Changes Needed for 2022

ToolsGroup

Here, he explains what caused current global supply chain disruptions, and shares the five steps needed to overcome today’s supply chain issues. How We Got Here: Understanding Today’s Global Supply Chain Disruption. Every major publication and news outlet is reporting on the supply chain crisis. Get the Report.

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The Business Case for a Global TMS

3rdwave

Execution control provides the infrastructure that enables the transportation operator to manage, influence, and control all aspects of the global transportation activity from Purchase-to-Receipt or Sale-to-Delivery. 3rd party Communication/Negotiation – information is the life-blood of global TMS.

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Importer/Exporters vs Freight Forwarders/3PL – Levelling the Playing Field

3rdwave

Too often – make that almost always – importers and exporters (BCOs – Benefiticcial Cargo Owners) are dependent on their NVOCC, Freight Forwarder or 3PL (3PL) to provide them with visibility into their global supply chains. When we talk about global supply chain visibility we are referring to: .

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FedEx Partners for Visibility, New CEO Focuses on Quality

Intelligent Audit

In a continued effort to grow its presence in the North American market, DB Schenker announced the $435 million purchase of USA Truck on June 24, 2022. While the transaction is still awaiting shareholder discussion and regulatory approvals, the deal includes the cash purchase of all remaining USA Truck common stock. year-on-year.”

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Market Update: Transportation Industry News

CH Robinson Transportfolio

This month’s Market Update highlights key factors that impact the transportation industry in North America and will keep you up to speed on the latest news and topics that matter to your supply chain and business. When it comes to overall fleet costs, things are moving. Large Scale Market Indicators. Carrier Capacity.

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Tentative Deal Reached in UPS Labor Contract

Supply Chain Matters

That compares to a reported starting rate of $15.50 Added safety and health protections, to include vehicle air conditioning and cargo ventilation in all larger delivery vehicles, sprinter vans, and package cars purchased after Jan. more per hour in 2023, and $7.50 more per hour over the length of the five year contract.