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24/05/2013 Leisure Cargo and CHAMP Cargosystems: 20 years win-win partnership

The global air cargo management company, Leisure Cargo, and CHAMP Cargosystems, the leading provider of integrated, business-critical IT solutions for all players in the air cargo industry, are celebrating two decades of successful cooperation this month
24/05/2013 Damco Reports Year on Year Revenue Increase of 6% in First Quarter with a Profit of 6 Million Dollars

Damco records above-market growth in air freight volumes (15%) and supply chain management volumes (10%) compared with last year, invests in the future with new global IT system
24/05/2013 Jungheinrich Presents New Auto Pallet Mover

The ERC 215a Auto Pallet Mover is an automated truck solution from Jungheinrich designed especially for in-house logistical operations.
24/05/2013 DB Schenker Logistics Increase UK Fleet

Schenker Limited, the UK arm of the global services provider DB Schenker Logistics, has started an investment programme adding additional trucks at two of its main hubs at Nuneaton and Basildon to their fleet.
24/05/2013 CEVA appoints new VP of Automotive sector in Americas region

CEVA Logistics, a world leading supply chain company, has appointed Jim Barnett as Vice President, Automotive sector for the Americas, effective immediately.
23/05/2013 Vocollect Introduces Industries First Wearable Voice Solution With Integrated Hands Free Scanning

Reduces cost of multiple devices, speeds new employee success, significantly improves productivity
23/05/2013 UPS Mobilizes Its Disaster Relief Program To Support Oklahoma Recovery Efforts

UPS announced a coordinated plan with its key disaster relief partners that will provide urgent relief as well as strategic support for the long-term recovery efforts needed in Moore, Oklahoma, as well as Cleburne and Shawnee, following the devastation caused by the tornadoes that struck there earlier this week.
23/05/2013 ISS announces Senior Vice President Global Sales appointment

Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world’s leading maritime services provider, has announced the appointment of Les Morris to a new role as Senior Vice President Global Sales.
23/05/2013 Accord transformed our business

ERP solution and Voice WMS
23/05/2013 Lidl uses the Schaefer Case Picking System for order picking

SSI Schaefer has expanded the logistics centre of food retailer Lidl in Kirchheim/Teck, Germany with an automated picking warehouse.
22/05/2013 YRC Freight Implements Network Optimization Plan

YRC Freight, a subsidiary of YRC Worldwide (NASDAQ: YRCW), moves forward with continuous improvements, implementing a change in operations which will deliver even greater service reliability and consistency across their network.
22/05/2013 Toyota Material Handling Europe to acquire VNA forklift business from DAMBACH Lagersysteme GmbH & Co. KG

Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE), a leading material handling equipment supplier in Europe, and DAMBACH Lagersysteme GmbH & Co. KG (Dambach), a leading supplier of automatic storage and retrieval machines, announce today that they have agreed on the sale of the DAMBACH Very Narrow Aisle forklifts (VNA) interest to Toyota Material Handling Europe.
22/05/2013 Hytech Logistics introduce DOPsys

Dublin based Hytech Logistics, an ISO certified company is leading the way in Technical Distribution having taken a supply chain process developed by its team for the last mile delivery of high value and sensitive equipment - Delivery, Offload and Position system (DOPsys), to the world stage.
22/05/2013 Con-way Freight Announces Major Expansion in Fond du Lac

Con-way Freight, a less-than-truckload (LTL) trucking company and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE: CNW), today announced a major investment in the Fond du Lac community with plans to build a new, state-of-the-art 96-door, 47,000-square-foot freight service center in the city.
22/05/2013 Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc Recognizes 20 yrs of Partnership with Miami Industrial Trucks

Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA), a leading manufacturer of forklifts under the Cat® lift trucks, Mitsubishi forklift trucks and Jungheinrich® brands, today recognized Miami Industrial Trucks, for its 20-year commitment to serving customers as a local MCFA dealer.
22/05/2013 From Auckland to Melbourne: The journey of Nakuru the Giraffe

Nakuru the giraffe was born 15 months ago at Auckland Zoo. Her new home, however, is in Melbourne. She is being relocated as part of an Australasian breeding program, and Maersk Line was there to take her across the Tasman Strait in a specially built container.
22/05/2013 Schlumpf Expands Internally With An Ergonomic Solution

With an endless choice of products in the market today, one way manufacturers and retailers fight to grab your attention is through product packaging. With every new flavor, size or color variation comes different packaging; aimed at getting your attention and a piece of your wallet.
21/05/2013 2013 SCLAA UQ Scholarship now open

The SCLAA, in conjunction with the UQ Business School, would like to call for nominations for the 2013 Supply Chain and Logistics Management Scholarship. This scholarship is a national program for all members of the SCLAA.
21/05/2013 Presidential Honor Awarded to RIM Logistics

RIM Logistics, ltd. received the 2013 President's "E" Award for export service, in recognition of its continuing support of export growth in the U.S. business community for at least five years.
21/05/2013 Australian Supply Chain Management Software Market Grew 17.9 Percent to Reach A$176.8 Million in 2012: Gartner

Key Issues Facing the SCM Market to Be Discussed at Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference 2013, August 12-13 in Melbourne
21/05/2013 DHL announces Partnership with the 2013 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia

DHL, the world’s leading logistics company, today announced it has become the naming rights partner of the much anticipated British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia in June and July.
21/05/2013 Transtech Releases Quick Jobs for Demurrage and Job Measurement

Transtech today announced the release of Quick Jobs, a simple yet powerful job and demurrage tracking application. The application runs on the iFace, the next generation in-vehicle touchscreen tablet computer provided by Transtech.
21/05/2013 Finance Yorkshire Invests in RediRack

Rotherham-based storage solutions manufacturer RediRack has received significant backing from Finance Yorkshire – a provider of investment funding for small and medium sized businesses.
21/05/2013 Kerry Logistics Launches Hybrid Electric Vehicles in Hong Kong

Kerry Logistics, a leading global logistics service provider, has deployed three hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), as part of its green initiatives across the globe.
21/05/2013 Suttons Appoints New Asia Regional Director

ochen takes up this new position after 15 years with Suttons, most recently as Regional Vice President Business Development Asia & Middle East. Jochen’s considerable experience of supply chain management and the global tank container sector will be a major strength for the Company as Suttons expands and develops its Asian bulk logistics services.
21/05/2013 ISS warns of increase in Australian Carbon Tax

Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) the world’s leading maritime services provider, is warning of an increase in Australian Carbon Tax on vessels from 1 July 2013.
21/05/2013 P2P launches eSolutions

P2P, the mailing and distribution solutions provider has launched its new international delivery division, P2P eSolutions.
21/05/2013 Ryder Announces Winners of 2012 Chairman's Safety Award

Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, is pleased to announce the winners of its 2012 Chairman’s Safety Award. Ryder’s Chairman’s Safety Award provides annual recognition to segments of its business in the U.S. and Canada that demonstrate superior dedication, leadership, and performance in all areas of safety.
21/05/2013 Port of LA ‘TRADE CONNECT’ Program Earns Presidential ‘E STAR’ Award

he Port of Los Angeles’ Trade Connect program has earned the nation’s highest honor for promoting American export trade, the President’s “E Star” Award for Export Service. The Port was among the 2013 honorees recognized for export sales or service during an “E” Award ceremony today at U.S Department of Commerce headquarters in Washington, D.C.
18/05/2013 MHI forecasts growth of material handling equipment orders of 5.0% to 6.0% for 2013

Material handling equipment new orders grew 7.2% in 2012 and are forecasted to grow 5.0% to 6.0% in 2013 and 10.0% or more in 2014, according to the latest Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing Forecast (MHEM) released by MHI.
18/05/2013 Toll Group opens S$300m world-class offshore petroleum supply base in Singapore

The Asia Pacific region’s leading provider of logistics, Toll Group, today opened its landmark S$300 million Toll Offshore Petroleum Services (TOPS) facility in Loyang, Singapore.
18/05/2013 New Partnership Program To Benefit Shipping Agents & Companies

Global Forwarding is the only nationwide logistics provider that features a program for instant ocean, air and trucking freight quotes online for partners and agents.
17/05/2013 Port Logistics Group Expands City of Industry Retail Distribution Campus in Southern California

Port Logistics Group, the nation's leading provider of gateway logistics services, today announced it has added more than 1.1 million square feet of warehouse space to its City of Industry, CA Retail Distribution Campus with the opening of two new facilities.
17/05/2013 UPS App For iPad Advances Suite Of Customer Technology Offerings

UPS today announced a new UPS App for iPad, to let users easily track packages, find UPS shipping locations, and access UPS My Choice®, all with enhanced mapping features. The free app is now available for download on iTunes and in the Apple App Store.
16/05/2013 Gartner Highlights Three Foundational Elements for Demand-Driven Retail Success

Analysts to Discuss the Future of Supply Chain at the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference, August 12-13 in Melbourne
16/05/2013 Royal HaskoningDHV wins assignment for Indonesia’s largest port extension

International consultancy, engineering and project management service provider Royal HaskoningDHV has won the USD multi-million contract to supervise the construction of the extension of the main port of Jakarta, Tanjung Priok.
16/05/2013 SOFTWARE AG LAUNCHES SOFTWARE AG LIVE: Agile and Integrated for the Digital Enterprise

Software AG launches cloud-based Platform-as-a-Service suite addressing today’s business needs with unmatched speed, ease-of-use and full support for social and mobile collaboration while fully integrating with existing solutions in hybrid cloud environments.
16/05/2013 Ryder expands business with Tuffnells for nationwide parcel delivery operation

Building on its existing relationship, and strong commercial proposition, Ryder has been awarded a key contract to support the renewal of Tuffnells Parcels Express’ nationwide delivery fleet. Tuffnells is an independently owned British company specialising in next day business to business delivery throughout the UK.
16/05/2013 Cargolux Airlines takes delivery of second Boeing 747-8 freighter aircraft for 2013

Cargolux Airlines International S.A. today announced that the airline took delivery of its second Boeing 747-8 freighter aircraft for 2013. LX-VCH, ‘City of Dudelange’, which will land in Luxembourg on Thursday morning, is the eighth delivery for Cargolux of this new generation wide-body freighter since 2011.
16/05/2013 Building Supply Chain Resilience

Two major disasters in 2011 revealed just how vulnerable many organisations’ supply chains can be. The Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami, followed later in the year by the flooding in Thailand, revealed some of the pitfalls of lean manufacturing processes such as just-in-time where components are made to order with little surplus or stockpiling.
16/05/2013 Port of Los Angeles Container Volumes Decrease in April

The Port of Los Angeles has released its April 2013 cargo volumes. April overall volumes decreased 9.45 percent compared to April 2012. The decrease was due in large part to a vessel service that shifted out of the Port of Los Angeles.
15/05/2013 FedEx Trade Networks Breaks Ground at Riverview Solar Technology Park

FedEx Trade Networks, the freight forwarding and customs brokerage arm of global shipping giant FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), officially broke ground at its future residence, the Riverview Solar Technology Park in Tonawanda.
15/05/2013 The Boston Marathon through the eyes of one runner - FedEx Blog

A medal is usually thought of as a symbol of an achievement earned, a victory won, or a personal accomplishment.
14/05/2013 DHL extends green partnership with DNV Petroleum Services in Singapore

DHL Express, the world's leading express service provider, and DNV Petroleum Services (DNVPS), the world’s leading marine fuel management services provider, have further extended their green partnership for another two years.
14/05/2013 DB Schenker and BMW cooperate for high quality service in Japan

To guarantee seamless distribution of spare parts and to improve the overall service quality, BMW entrusted DB Schenker with the operation of a new warehouse on Japan’s main island of Honshu.
14/05/2013 Working hard or hardly working? - SSI Schaefer

Effective partnership – Renewal of the SSI Resident Maintenance® service contract with Carlsberg for three more years
14/05/2013 INTTRA and APL Expand Relationship to Accelerate Delivery of E-Commerce Capabilities Globally

Agreement between leading ocean carrier and world’s largest ocean shipping network provider offers roadmap for accelerated e-business growth
14/05/2013 DAT North American Freight Index Reports Spot Market Decline - Weather a Factor

Spot market freight volumes reported by the DAT North American Freight Index declined 16 percent compared to the record April high in 2012. The year-over-year freight declines were seen across all equipment types: van load volume declined 20 percent, refrigerated (
14/05/2013 Kerry Logistics A Double Winner at the Asian Freight and Supply Chain Awards

Kerry Logistics, a leading global logistics service provider, won two awards at the Asian Freight and Supply Chain Awards (AFSCA) in Beijing, picking up Best Logistics Service Provider – Sea Freight and Best Road Haulier – Asia.
14/05/2013 CaroTrans - Direct New York to Lithuania LCL and FCL service is first step in development

CaroTrans Broadens Global Scope by Opening Baltic and Commonwealth of Independent States, including Russia, Service Network
14/05/2013 CEVA opens the City of Pharma in Italy

CEVA Logistics, a world leading supply chain company, today announced the official opening of the City of Pharma in Italy. The hub, which covers an area of 20,000 sq m, is strategically located in Stradella, in province of Pavia and is fully dedicated to the warehousing and handling of products destined for healthcare distribution channels.
12/05/2013 Texas success leads to network expansion for IAS

IAS Logistics – one of the USA’s leading specialist airfreight truckers – has announced plans to expand its highly-successful Texas Trucking Operation. Initially, this will include Los Angeles, Chicago and Miami.
12/05/2013 DHL with fast rail connection between China’s megacities and Europe

DHL Global Forwarding, Freight, the air and sea freight specialist within Deutsche Post DHL and a leading provider of overland freight services in Europe, has extended its route offerings between Asia and Europe for intermodal shipments.
12/05/2013 Logistics Expert Highlights Economic Development Potential - New Zealand

Global issues of energy and food security provide massive opportunities for New Zealand, leading supply chain and logistics expert Dr Hermione Parsons has told the Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Federation (CBAFF) conference.
10/05/2013 Crown Equipment Publishes White Paper on the State of Forklift Automation

Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world’s largest material handling companies, released today a white paper on the state of forklift automation. The paper, which can be downloaded at crown.com, reviews the current state of the technology and outlines the considerations to be addressed prior to adoption.
10/05/2013 DHL and Singapore Management University launch Green Transformation Lab

S$2 million sustainable logistics research and development centre to speed adoption of green supply chains across Asia Pacific and globally
10/05/2013 DB Schenker invests 53 million Euros in new terminal in Finland

DB Schenker Logistics will build a new terminal in Vantaa, capital area of Finland. The premises, located in the Viinikkala logistics area, close to Helsinki airport, will consist of warm and unheated terminal buildings and office building totaling approximately 52,300 square meters.
10/05/2013 Britain’s manufacturers driving automated storage and handling trend

Britain’s manufacturing companies are driving a trend towards greater use of automated storage and handling systems.
10/05/2013 News release from ISS - Port of Genoa accident

Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) wishes to extend its sincere condolences to the families of those killed in this week’s Jelly Nero accident which brought down the Pilot Tower in Genoa, Italy.
10/05/2013 APL recognised as best intra-Asia shipping line

APL has won the Intra-Asia Best Shipping Line accolade at the 27th Asian Freight & Supply Chain Awards (AFSCAs) here today.

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