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Will EU Permanently Ground FedEx-TNT Deal?

What seemed like a sure deal may not be a slam-dunk after all. Regulators in the European Union have said they may consider demanding concessions, including the selling off of some assets, with regard to the proposed takeover of TNT Express by FedEx Corp.

Transplace Acquires M33 Integrated

Transplace, a provider of transportation-management services and logistics technology, has acquired M33 Integrated, a third-party logistics provider with an emphasis on the packaging, chemical and advanced materials sectors.

New APICS Program Certifies Knowledge of Best Practices in Logistics, Transportation, Distribution

APICS has introduced the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) designation, which is intended to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a broad range of content areas.

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Panama Linchpin in Caribbean's Role as Air Cargo Center

Upon mention of the Caribbean, most people think of idyllic white-sand beaches, Hollywood pirates, the magical sound of steel drums, a handsomely crafted rum cocktail. But the region ringed by Central America, the northern coast of South America and an arc of island nations stretching toward the tip of South Florida – is more than a picturesque vacation spot. It is becoming a key jumping-off point for cargo flights between the Americas and the rest of the world, including Europe, Africa and now the Middle East.

Distribution Models, Logistics Management Changing in Emerging Nations

Logistics in emerging markets have long centered around the movement of large quantities of manufactured goods or commodities between businesses. But rising consumption driven by a growing middle class is set to change that, according to new research reports.

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Month-long Price for Shutting Down U.S. Rail System Estimated at $30Bn

A looming shutdown of the nation's rail system could have a bigger economic impact than the 2013 government shutdown and could even trigger a recession, according to a new report.

Amazon Wants You as a Same-day Delivery Person

Amazon is taking aim at delivery services like Postmates with the launch of a program called Flex., which calls for drivers to make $18 to $25 per hour delivering packages to users of Amazon Prime Now using their own cars and phones.

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Schneider Launches Cross-Border Customs Service; Adds Montreal Lane

Schneider Intermodal has created a new program for streamlining customs clearance for select shipments crossing the U.S.-Mexico border by rail.

Tighter Shipper-3PL Relationships Required, Study Mandates

Labor shortages coupled with an increasingly competitive landscape are driving the need for service innovation and enhanced shipper and 3PL provider relationships, according to the 20th Annual Third Party (3PL) Logistics Study from Capgemini Consulting, Penn State University, Penske Logistics and Korn/Ferry International.

3PL CEOs Like Where Their Companies Are Headed and Their Revenue Opportunities, Study Finds

CEOs of third-party logistics services providers are confident about the current state and future revenue growth potential of both their companies and the regional 3PL industries.

Cargo Shipping Rates on East-West Lanes Have Fallen Sharply Since Early 2014

Ocean freight rates for cargo moving under contracts on the major East-West routes have seen a sharp reduction since the beginning of the year, according to Drewry's Benchmarking Club, a closed user group of multinational retailers and manufacturers who closely monitor their contract freight rates.

ALK's Latest PC-MILER Software Integrates With TMW Systems

PC-MILER 29, the latest version of routing, mileage and mapping software from ALK Technologies, has been approved for use with multiple products in TMW Systems' portfolio of transportation and fleet-management products.

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