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Challenge: Headquartered in Spain, our client is a global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution, and installation of products and services for renewable energy technology. When they needed a centralized fulfillment center and management system to optimize service and parts replacement in the Midwest, they called on Pilot's proven logistics expertise.

New Fulfillment Center Cuts Costs at Gilt Groupe

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Global Civil Aviation Group Urges Stricter Security on Airfreight

International Civil Aviation Organization authorities have encouraged the more than 700 officials that convened in Montreal for its High-level Conference on Aviation Security to adopt new airfreight security measures. A risk-based approach to cargo safety is key, ICAO personnel reiterated during the conference.

Rising Export Volumes Spur Inland Port Development Across the U.S.

The growth of U.S. exports, especially to countries such as China, has put a spotlight on the need for strategic inland ports across the United States, according to Jones Lang LaSalle. Inland ports, which traditionally focus on moving and handling imports, are also facilitating the effective movement of goods outside the U.S.

U.S. Vessel Imports are Down 3 Percent from July to August

Zepol Corporation, the leading trade intelligence company,reports that U.S. import shipment volume for August, measured in TEUs, is down from July by 3 percent and 0.3 percent from August 2011. It's unusual to see a drop in imports from July to August, since the trend for the past three years has been a spike in the month of August. In 2010 and 2011, August was actually the peak month of the year for TEU imports.

How RFID Can Better Help Manage Your Assets

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Harley-Davidson Taps Penske to Manage Its Logistics Needs in Brazil

Iconic motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson has selected Penske Logistics to manage its logistics processes in Brazil.

Arkansas Jewelry Uses RFID to Track Precious Inventory

Sissy's Log Cabin, a jewelry retailer in Arkansas, has been employing an RFID-based solution for the past five years at its stores in Pine Bluff and Little Rock, in order to more accurately and quickly inventory the trays of watches, gems and fine jewelry that it displays and sells. Now, having opened a new store this year in Jonesboro, the company is preparing to expand the system, within the next 12 months, to include that location as well.

Global Seaport Terminal Operators Remain Dynamic, Report Finds

Drewry Maritime Research's latest Annual Review of Global Container Terminal Operators report shows that whilst some things have remained the same, others have changed significantly with more change to come.

APL Logistics Debuts Racks for Moving Finished Vehicles

APL Logistics has introduced AutoDirect, a service that uses flexible, secure racks to transport finished vehicles from door to door.

Synchronet Intermodal Extends Street-Turn Guide to BCOs and NVOs

Synchronet Intermodal Services Inc. (SIS) has expanded its North American street-turn service to include both beneficial cargo owners (BCOs) and non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOs).

DHL Express Achieves ISO Certification at All Facilities in Americas

DHL Express has obtained a multi-site quality-management certification from the International Standards Organization (ISO).

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