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Polar King International and Polar King Mobile release Forestry Industry Report detailing cold storage solutions for seedling programs

AJOT | December 12, 2024 | Logistics | Supply Chain

Polar King International and Polar King Mobile announce the release of a new joint industry report that provides comprehensive insights into how forestry departments can optimize their seedling storage programs through advanced cold storage solutions.

Kerry Logistics Network wins HKEJ Listed Company Awards of Excellence and IR Magazine Award

AJOT | December 12, 2024 | Logistics

Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘KLN’; Stock Code 0636.HK) was once again recognized for its exceptional business and investor relations (IR) performances over the past year, winning the Hong Kong Economic Journal Listed Company Awards of Excellence (the ‘HKEJ Awards’) 2024 in the Main Board category, as well as the IR Magazine Awards Greater China 2024 (the ‘IR Awards’) in the Best in Sector: Industrials & Materials category.

Exotec warehouse robots surpass 1M container presentations a day, maintaining 99% uptime globally

AJOT | December 12, 2024 | Logistics

Today, Exotec®︎, a global warehouse robotics provider, announced its fleet of Skypod® robots has achieved a major operational milestone of completing over one million container presentations on a daily basis globally. This achievement underscores Exotec’s commitment to delivering reliable, high-performance solutions that improve supply chain operations worldwide.

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AJOT | Top Story | December 12, 2024

Supply chain management: The 10 most important trends for 2025

The focus of supply chain management is shifting: Due to political crises and extreme weather events, topics such as cyber security, resilience and transparency are moving to the top of managers' agendas. The economic stagnation in countries such as Germany is also causing them to focus more intensively on the topic of cost reduction.

Inc. Magazine recognizes Boxzooka for Fulfillment Technology on 2024 Best in Business List

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Logistics

ITS Logistics December Port Rail Ramp Index: US West Coast ports experience significant import volumes amid fears of January ILA strike

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Logistics

AXSMarine collaborates with VIVE Sustainable Supply Program to launch VIVE Track & Trace

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Logistics | Supply Chain

AXSMarine, a pioneer and market leader in the provision of advanced solutions for shipping professionals, is excited to announce a strategic collaboration with the VIVE Sustainable Supply Program to enhance the traceability of sustainable commodities using AXSMarine Trade Flows and its CO2 estimation system. This partnership leverages cutting-edge technology to ensure greater transparency and accountability in the supply chain.

Teamsters applaud Kroger-Albertsons Injunction

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Logistics

stow completes largest mobile racking installation in Northern Europe for Frigoscandia in Hyllinge, Sweden

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Logistics

stow announces the successful completion of the largest mobile racking installation in Northern Europe, at Frigoscandia's state-of-the-art logistics facility in Hyllinge, Sweden. Spanning 36.000 m², this innovative cold storage hub is designed to handle diverse temperature requirements for food logistics, including frozen, chilled, and ambient zones.

Generix & Open Sky Group advance their joint mission to accelerate supply chain digitization in North America

AJOT | December 11, 2024 | Logistics | Supply Chain | Rethinking the Supply Chain

U.S. Department of Energy invests $17M to shore up Americas energy security with robust supply chain for critical materials

AJOT | December 10, 2024 | Logistics | Supply Chain | Rethinking the Supply Chain

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced an investment of $17 million across 14 projects that will accelerate critical materials innovation while promoting safe, sustainable, economic, and efficient solutions to meet current and future supply chain needs.

Polar Leasing is now delivering units from its new Florida hub

AJOT | December 10, 2024 | Logistics | Supply Chain

Polar Leasing Company, the leading provider of electric ground-resting outdoor walk-in freezers and refrigerated rental units, announces the launch of deliveries from its newly established hub in Sumterville, Florida. This location is Polar Leasing’s first facility to open outside its Indiana headquarters, enabling faster and more efficient service to customers in the Southeast.

Priority Courier Experts acquires now courier to expand footprint in Indiana Region

AJOT | December 10, 2024 | Logistics

Priority Courier Experts (“PCE”), the leading provider of same-day logistics services in the Midwestern United States, announces its investment in NOW Courier (“NOW”), a leading courier in Indiana for the last 38 years. This strategic acquisition marks another significant milestone for PCE as it continues to expand its expedited freight and transportation services footprint throughout the central United States.

Combilift Scoops ‘Company of the Year’ at the 2024 Business & Finance Awards

AJOT | December 09, 2024 | Logistics

The Company of the Year award, presented to Combilift’s CEO Martin McVicar by Seamus Hand of KPMG at the 50th Business & Finance Awards ceremony held in Dublin, is a testament to the company’s significant impact on both the Irish economy and the global market. Combilift, with annual revenue exceeding €500 million, has continued to thrive with its export-focused business model, with 98% of its operations serving international markets.

AutoScheduler.AI named recipient of 2024 Top Software and Tech Award

AJOT | December 09, 2024 | Logistics

This award spotlights new-to-market software and technology solutions designed to provide automation, efficiency and visibility to the supply chain space.

Applied EV introduces the first autonomous-only logistics vehicle, with Suzuki as the key OEM partner

AJOT | December 09, 2024 | Logistics

Realterm acquires strategic cross-dock facility in prime Eindhoven, Netherlands logistics market

AJOT | December 09, 2024 | Logistics

Realterm, an independent global investment manager focused on the transportation industry, today announced the acquisition of a highly functional cross-dock facility with a separate maintenance shop located in Eersel, Netherlands. The property, situated at Meerheide 15, encompasses 6,381 square meters on a 37,457-square-meter site in the sought-after Eindhoven logistics market.

Tower Cold Chain and Cold Chain Technologies strengthen global reach with expanded hub network

AJOT | December 09, 2024 | Logistics | Supply Chain

Tower Cold Chain, a Cold Chain Technologies company, a leading provider of passive temperature-controlled containers, has expanded its global footprint following its recent acquisition by Cold Chain Technologies (CCT). This strategic integration enhances both companies' capabilities, offering a comprehensive network of temperature-controlled solutions to meet the growing global demand for pharmaceutical and life sciences shipments.

The Most Unusual DHL Deliveries 2024

AJOT | December 09, 2024 | Logistics

Parcels, pallets, planeloads, and packed shipping containers are what people typically associate with DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider. However, this only scratches the surface of the company’s capabilities. Some shipments are much more unusual. Here are just five of the most extraordinary shipping highlights that the global market leader in logistics carried out in 2024.

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AJOT | Top Story | December 06, 2024

CMA CGM Foundation while partnered with five associations inaugurates largest solidarity warehouse in France dedicated to food aid

The Solidarity Warehouse of the CMA CGM Foundation was inaugurated this Friday, December 6, in Marseille, in the presence of Tanya Saadé Zeenny, President of the CMA CGM Foundation; Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of the CMA CGM Group; Renaud Muselier, President of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Region; and Benoît Payan, Mayor of Marseille.

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