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Ivan. (2016). "Yamaha" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Yamaha deploys project44 solutions for improved ocean and port visibility
The musical and audio equipment maker said pandemic supply chain disruptions spurred it to rethink its logistics management approach.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 11, 2023 -
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Walmart scaling fulfillment services for third-party sellers
At its first seller summit, the retailer also announced plans to open Walmart Marketplace to businesses in Chile.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 11, 2023 -
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TrendlineTop 10 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Check out 10 of our biggest stories of 2023 so far, as companies pivot to operating supply chains in a post-pandemic world.
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UPS gains critical exemption to operate drones beyond line of sight
A new ground-based surveillance system will allow UPS to fly Matternet M2 drones without a visual line of sight throughout the route, setting the stage for increased delivery activity.
By Max Garland • Sept. 8, 2023 -
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UPS unveils 5.9% shipping rate increase, higher peak season surcharges
The rate hike applies to Ground, Air and International services and will take effect Dec. 26.
By Max Garland • Sept. 8, 2023 -
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Dollar General automates South Carolina distribution center
The technology will enable the retailer to process thousands of additional SKUs from its warehouse and improve storage.
By Alejandra Salgado • Sept. 8, 2023 -
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STB proposes reciprocal switching rule in push for improved rail service
The new rule would provide shippers a path to switching shipments to another nearby railroad if service levels are not adequate.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 7, 2023 -
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Barge rates pressured by low Mississippi River water levels
Increased shipping restrictions and higher prices could be “especially problematic” as corn and soybean harvests advance, the USDA reported.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 7, 2023 -
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Flexport CEO Dave Clark resigns, founder Ryan Petersen takes over
In a statement Wednesday, Clark said Petersen is best suited to lead the company as it shifts its focus back to "growth in the core freight business.”
By Max Garland • Sept. 7, 2023 -
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Crate and Barrel to ramp up supply chain investment
The retailer's “Bring it Home” plan seeks to improve inventory optimization, demand forecasting and delivery speeds.
By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2023 -
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Why it’s time for shippers to reevaluate their air cargo agreements
Three logistics experts share why customers are looking to secure six- to 12-month contracts.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 6, 2023 -
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Ulta Beauty nearly triples ship-from-store locations
The fulfillment method offers faster and more cost-effective deliveries to customers, CEO Dave Kimbell said.
By Max Garland • Sept. 5, 2023 -
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Can New England produce 30% of its food supply by 2030?
Regional distributors are paving the way for local resilience, but farmers and fishermen will need more support to compete against global food production supply chains.
By Erin X. Wong • Sept. 5, 2023 -
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Norfolk Southern says train backlog recovery may take weeks
The railroad reported that a defect in its vendor software caused its systems to become unresponsive.
By Larry Avila • Sept. 1, 2023 -
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Parcel carrier Better Trucks expands into top Texas markets
The next-day and two-day delivery specialist has also bolstered its footprint through a partnership with GLS.
By Max Garland • Sept. 1, 2023 -
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Deep DiveHow Amazon Shipping could shake up the parcel delivery industry
While not yet a heavy hitter against FedEx and UPS, the service could entice small- and medium-sized businesses with its straightforward fees, experts say.
By Max Garland • Aug. 30, 2023 -
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Norfolk Southern outage could lead to weeks of disruptions
The railroad is still investigating the cause of the Monday outage, but does not believe it was a cybersecurity incident.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 30, 2023 -
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FedEx to hike Express, Ground shipping rates by 5.9% in 2024
The increase, an annual fixture for the company and rival UPS, is smaller than the 6.9% jump that went into effect this year.
By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2023 -
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Macy’s renegotiates carrier contracts for lower delivery costs
The department store retailer uses UPS and the U.S. Postal Service but did not specify which deals were adjusted.
By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2023 -
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FedEx to implement higher surcharges for 2023 peak season
Added fees will apply to FedEx Ground Economy services, high-volume customers shipping more during the holidays and bulky or hard-to-handle packages.
By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2023 -
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CH Robinson optimizes with tech, reducing costs for shippers, CEO says
The brokerage reported productivity gains amid downsizing, getting closer to achieving a long-term goal.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 28, 2023 -
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New York City proposes larger cargo bikes for deliveries
Increasing the maximum bicycle width by one foot would help the city's efforts to cull truck traffic and emissions, according to its transportation department.
By Max Garland • Aug. 25, 2023 -
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Walmart, Alphabet’s Wing team up for drone delivery in Texas
Two stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area will offer the service for customers within a 6-mile radius by the end of the year.
By Max Garland • Aug. 24, 2023 -
Canal de Panama. (2013). "Panama Canal Miraflores Locks" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Panama Canal.
Panama Canal delays have shippers mulling freight diversions
Options for cargo owners include longer intermodal routes and alternative lanes like the Suez Canal, analysts say.
By Alejandra Salgado • Aug. 23, 2023 -
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Amazon, FedEx and United Airlines join Hawaiʻi fire recovery efforts
The state’s transportation department has waived wharfage charges for inbound humanitarian shipments at Maui’s Port of Kahului.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 23, 2023 -
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2023 UPS-Teamsters negotiationsUPS-Teamsters contract ratified following employee vote
The approval puts an end to a contentious, monthslong negotiations process as the parcel carrier now seeks to recoup diverted volume.
By Max Garland • Aug. 22, 2023
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