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Shanghai Factory Restarts Fall Short on Lack of Parts, Truckers

Even those companies in China whose factories are operating under so-called closed-loop systems may be forced to stop work due to parts shortages or logistical challenges that make moving people and goods around the country near impossible.

Vessels loaded with shipping containers are docked at the Yangshan Deepwater Port in Shanghai, China. Photo: Bloomberg.

Methane Leaks Make LNG-Powered Ships Dirtier Than Other Vessels

Methane leaks from ships using liquefied natural gas as fuel make most of the vessels dirtier than ones using diesel or heavy fuel oil, a new analysis shows.

An LNG-powered container ship operated by CMA CGM SA is docked at the Port of Singapore. Photo: Bloomberg.

How Predictive Analytics Is Preventing Service Failures for 3PLs

The amount of real-time data from multiple sources needed to optimize operations and move product quickly requires advanced, artificial intelligence–enabled technology. Enter predictive analytics.

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A New Way to Ship Alcohol Could Eliminate Single-Use Bottles

Many efforts to reduce waste in the beverage industry have concentrated on recycling the billions of plastic containers, aluminum cans and glass bottles used each year. But one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to cut emissions, energy and consumption of raw materials is to rethink the way drinks are packaged and transported.

A bartender pours a glass of Havana Club rum, produced by Pernod Ricard SA, in Paris, France. Photo: Bloomberg.

Watch: Greening the Supply Chain

Businesses should care about sustainable supply chains if only to save money, says Jason Meklir, vice president of enterprise sales at Flock Freight.

Greening The Supply Chain

Biden’s Hydrogen Hub Plan Sparks $8 Billion Race Among U.S. States

A hydrogen economy that runs factories and power plants on the clean-burning fuel may be years down the road, but that hasn’t stopped U.S. states from jockeying for a share of the $8 billion in federal funds earmarked for so-called hydrogen hubs.

Hydrogen Hubs

It’s All About CX in Last-Mile Logistics

With the decrease in brand loyalty, customer experience (CX) has become the new frontier to conquer, as businesses are no longer competing on price or product.

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Produce Worth Millions Gets Stuck in Blockade by Mexico Truckers

Grocery stores in some parts of the U.S. are expected to run out of certain perishable goods Easter weekend because of a Mexican truckers’ blockade that has stranded millions of dollars worth of fresh produce.

A close up view of avocados. Photo: Canva.

Stuck Evergreen Ship Waits on Full Moon to Float Free

A month after its giant container ship ran aground near Baltimore, Evergreen Marine Corp. continues to dig for a solution.

A full moon obscured by clouds at night. Photo: Michael Treu/ Pixabay.

Here’s How China’s Lockdowns Are Rippling Through Economy

China’s lockdowns to contain the country’s worst Covid outbreak since early 2020 have battered the economy, stalling production in major cities like Shanghai and adding pressure to global inflation.

An aerial view of the Port of Shanghai in Shanghai, China. Photo: Getty Images.

Texas Governor Halts Some Truck Inspections on Border Snarl

Texas is halting some vehicle inspections at the U.S.-Mexico border after Governor Abbott’s crackdown provoked protests that halted crucial food and equipment shipments.

Trucks travel across the World Trade International Bridge in Laredo, Texas. Photo: Bloomberg.

Watch: Applying Data Science to Trucking Insurance

Data science is bringing innovation to underwriting trucking insurance, says Ian White, chief executive officer of Koffie Labs.

Application Of Data Science And Trucking Insurance To The Supply Chain

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