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Driverless Trucks, China, COVID and the Future of the Supply Chain

Turvo

A consultant, a tech wizard, a VP at a large Transportation company, and an ex-freight broker turned, a strategic sourcing specialist, turned HR consultant, mother of 3, trying to navigate her next career phase. Interestingly, we all had significant experience in the freight, logistics, sourcing, and supply chain world.

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How Will Hurricane Harvey Affect Freight Rates?

DAT Solutions

Even if you’re not planning to go anywhere near Texas or Louisiana, you might be affected by Hurricane Harvey. There are at least six states that are typically served by distribution centers in Houston , and for now, they will have to be re-supplied from a different direction. RISING LANES.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. And if most of your production happens in FL, you may choose to divert sourcing to your secondary facility, say in New Jersey, during heavy produce shipping season months to avoid the heightened costs.

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Which States are Making the Grade in Logistics?

Material Handling & Logistics

Illinois is the only state that has all seven Class I freight railroads. It is the 3rd largest in total freight railroads. Media Image. transactionID. 38d9ea9f-b140-445d-b6d6-fd29825e5b7a. workspace://SpacesStore/0ee0c27b-6878-4ad5-a7be-6457b1779b3a. The state received an A. Media Image. transactionID. Printer-friendly version.

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Supply Chain & Logistic News (September 9th- 13th)

Logistics Viewpoints

This effort aligns with the Biden-Harris Administration’s goals to build a Made-in-America EV charging network and decarbonize freight transportation through zero-emission vehicles. While California increased its avocado supply by over 50%, it couldn’t fully offset reduced exports from Mexico, the source of 80% of U.S.

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Supply Chain & Logistic News (September 9th- 12th)

Logistics Viewpoints

This effort aligns with the Biden-Harris Administration’s goals to build a Made-in-America EV charging network and decarbonize freight transportation through zero-emission vehicles. While California increased its avocado supply by over 50%, it couldn’t fully offset reduced exports from Mexico, the source of 80% of U.S.