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Agility Logistics Forms Joint Venture With Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions

Agility Logistics Solutions and Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions have formed a joint venture, Agility Domestic Solutions (ADS).

ProTrans Expands Operations in Texas and Missouri

ProTrans, a provider of third-party logistics, freight consolidation and freight-management services, has expanded operations in two locations.

Where the 3PL Action Is: A Scan of Logistics Providers & Services Worldwide

Europe continues to fluctuate in and out of recession with ongoing economic austerity which is negatively impacting its output. Based upon its 2012 regional revenue, Armstrong & Associates estimates that 3PLs operating in Europe have penetrated 23 percent of the total potential market, so the trend to outsource logistics functions to 3PLs continues to provide for growth over and above the overall economy. The best European-based 3PLs have made acquisitions to globalize their operations and participate in developing markets with higher rates of growth.

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Azuga Unveils New Fleet-Management Tool to Prevent Speeding

Azuga has joined with SpeedGauge to develop a truck fleet-management application to prevent speeding by drivers.

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Phone Accessories Provider Hangs Up on Stodgy Distribution

A designer and developer of colorful cases and covers for cell phones and other wireless devices found that its warehousing and distribution model was old hat. A new logistics services partner brought a new look to things.

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The Role of Warehouse Management Systems in an Omnichannel Market

The right warehouse management system can help companies execute on the heightened service demands of omnichannel retailing. Chuck Fuerst, director of product strategy at HighJump Software, explains which features and capabilities are necessary and how the technology is evolving.

Despite Political Tension, March Saw U.S. Imports from Russia Increase

Although tensions are high between the United States and Russia trade has remained consistent. Despite threats of trade sanctions by the United States, U.S. vessel imports from Russia have remained steady. TEUs (twenty-foot container) imports from Russia in March were actually up from February and totaled over 3,000 TEUs. So far in April, imports from Russia have still been consistent to the average volume of the past few months.

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Saudia Cargo Upgrades Shanghai Service With 747-8 Freighter

Saudi Airlines Cargo has upgraded its Shanghai service with the addition of a Boeing 747-8 freighter.

UPS Enhances Operations in Three North American Markets

UPS has enhanced facilities in three North American markets, with expanded locations in Calgary, Alberta; Hebron, Ky., and Mira Loma, Calif.

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Insights from MHI's New 'Material Handling and Logistics Roadmap'

Bill Ferrell, professor of industrial engineering at Clemson and one of the authors of the newly published Material Handling and Logistics Roadmap, discusses the findings of this comprehensive study and what they mean for the industry's future.

Yusen Logistics Launches Cross-Border Trucking Link to Indochina

Yusen Logistics has launched the South East Asia Link (SEAL) service, a cross-border trucking operation in Indochina.

CEVA Logistics Opens New Foreign Trade Zone in Miami

CEVA Logistics has opened a foreign trade zone within a warehouse in Miami.

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