Logistics

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CIRRO E-Commerce launches hybrid delivery service in response to major market shifts in small parcel

AJOT | September 13, 2024 | Logistics

CIRRO E-Commerce, an e-commerce logistics solution provider, is excited to announce the launch of its hybrid delivery service, designed to address recent changes in the small parcel delivery landscape.

Kerry Logistics Network wins “Most Honored Company” accolade

AJOT | September 13, 2024 | Logistics

Kerry Logistics Network sweeps nine institutional investor rankings and wins the "Most Honored Company" accolade for the ninth consecutive year...

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AJOT | Top Story | September 13, 2024

DSV signs agreement to acquire Schenker

DSV announces its biggest transaction to date after signing an agreement to acquire Schenker from Deutsche Bahn. The acquisition will strengthen DSV's global network, expertise and competitiveness, benefiting employees, customers and investors. The value of the acquisition is EUR 14.3 billion.

DSV to create global logistics giant with $15.9 billion Schenker takeover

Reuters | September 13, 2024 | Logistics

Denmark's DSV has agreed to buy Schenker, the logistics arm of German state rail operator Deutsche Bahn, for

International shipping: its advantages, features, and nuances

AJOT | September 13, 2024 | Logistics

With the advancement of technology and globalization, international delivery is rapidly gaining popularity on the world stage.

Averitt opens new, upgraded Tyler, TX facility

AJOT | September 12, 2024 | Logistics

Averitt has announced the opening of its new service center in Tyler, Texas, strategically located near Interstate 20. This facility, covering 20,500 square feet with 33 dock doors, significantly increases Averitt’s capacity, enabling faster and more efficient freight handling for customers in one of Texas' fastest-growing markets.

DHL launches its first Electric Vehicle Center of Excellence network in the US

AJOT | September 12, 2024 | Green Shipping | Logistics | Integrators

• Part of a global network of similar hubs, the U.S. Electric Vehicle (EV) Center of Excellence (CoE) network leverages partnerships to provide more than 2 million square feet of warehousing capacity throughout the country, including temperature and humidity-controlled space. • The EV CoE network specializes in flexible and integrated logistics solutions for EV products, including batteries, electric motors, and automotive parts across the entire EV supply chain.

India probe finds Amazon, Walmart’s Flipkart breached antitrust laws

Reuters | September 12, 2024 | International Trade | Logistics

Hellmann doubles warehouse capacity for Wilo in Germany

AJOT | September 12, 2024 | Logistics

Since Hellmann Worldwide Logistics set up a central distribution center for Wilo in the German town Werne around two years ago, both companies have significantly strengthened their cooperation.

Flux Power announces strategic partnership with leading forklift OEM to launch private label battery program

AJOT | September 12, 2024 | Logistics

Interstate Cold Storage invests in new equipment to boost warehouse efficiency

AJOT | September 12, 2024 | Logistics

Interstate Cold Storage (ICS), a leading provider of cold storage warehousing, has invested in six state-of-the-art lift trucks aimed at streamlining processes at its Columbus II facility. The company also invested in two lift trucks earlier this year at ICS’ Columbus I facility.

US Postal Service to end discounted rates for package consolidators

The U.S. Postal Service said Wednesday it will no longer offer discounted rates for packages entered by consolidators, part of a wide ranging effort to modernize its network.

U.S. Department of Commerce holds inaugural supply chain summit

AJOT | September 11, 2024 | Logistics

Department unveils first-of-its kind diagnostic supply chain risk assessment tool as Secretary Raimondo and Deputy Secretary Graves highlight how the Commerce Department is working to make America’s supply chains more resilient.

Lincoln breaks ground on I-10 International, first-ever Tucson, Arizona industrial project

AJOT | September 11, 2024 | Logistics

One-million-square-foot development marks Lincoln’s entry into the Tucson industrial market

Tower Cold Chain partners with CRYOPDP to expand temperature range

AJOT | September 11, 2024 | Logistics

Temperature-controlled container specialists Tower Cold Chain and CRYOPDP have partnered to enhance their product offerings to the pharmaceutical supply chain. The collaboration aims to provide an expanded range of solutions, specifically for clinical research, to address the evolving needs of patients.

Euromar completes round-trip air transport of Agusta Brutale motorbike

AJOT | September 11, 2024 | Logistics

Euromar, the long-standing partner of the U-Freight Group, came to the rescue when a doctor based in Kuwait wanted to take his motorbike to Europe for a summer tour.

UPS bolsters healthcare logistics capabilities with cold-chain acquisitions

AJOT | September 11, 2024 | Air Cargo | Air Forwarders | Logistics

Acquisitions accelerate plan to provide healthcare customers with end-to-end temperature controlled solutions across Europe

Logistics Plus renews its U.S. EPA SmartWay Transport® Partnership for a 14th year

AJOT | September 10, 2024 | Logistics

Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, has announced that, for a fourteenth straight year, it has submitted and received approval for its current data submission to the SmartWay Transport Partnership, an innovative collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the industry.