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July 15, 2011
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Fleet Management
Alexis Asks: Safer Trucking for Future Drivers
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain. Campaigns like Distracted Driver Awareness Month further the importance of staying focused and alert at all times while behind the wheel.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
What Shippers Need to Know: Why Emissions is Key to Sustainability
Measuring and understanding scope 3 emissions takes time and a trusted partner, and reducing emissions tends to require more long-term solutions.
Trucking
Transition to BEV for Long-Haul Trucking to Cost $1T: ATRI Research
While both renewable diesel and battery electric vehicle pathways have implementation costs, a new report from ATRI concludes that relying on BEV to decrease CO2 emissions is nearly six times more expensive than RD.
Risk/Compliance
How ID Verification Can Combat Cargo Theft
By implementing advanced ID verification processes, businesses can ascertain and authenticate the identities of drivers and personnel involved at every stage of logistics operations.
Fleet Management
Fleet Driver Mobile App to Streamline Charging Access
Synop launched its new Fleet Driver Mobile App, which will provide managed access charging functionality to electric vehicle (EV) fleets to further streamline EV charge management and revolutionize depot charging.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Diesel Prices Put Shippers Conditions in Negative Territory
FTR’s January Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) fell into negative territory in February for the first time since September 2023.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Geopolitical Volatility Prompts Elevated Container Leasing Rates
A year-to-date (YTD) analysis of global container leasing transactions by Container xChange shows a notable uptick in average rates since the beginning of 2024, indicating an uptick in demand for container leasing services,
Ocean Ports & Carriers
How Baltimore Bridge Collapse Continues to Impact Shipments
Baltimore is running out of freight to pick up due to the lack of inbound shipments, so the containers at port have been sitting for a while.
AI/AR
EROAD Incorporates Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to Accelerate Product Development
EROAD Limited announced plans to develop new products and features using Microsoft’s generative AI to deliver innovative user experiences.
Risk/Compliance
Steps to Mitigate Risk in Cargo Theft
Trust and cross-industry cooperation, in addition to utilizing prevention methods informed by data, will best position organizations to efficiently maintain risk mitigation against rising threats such as theft.
AI/AR
AI Perception Software for Next-Generation Vehicles
Plus launched PlusVision, artificial intelligence (AI) perception software designed to be used in advanced safety systems, ADAS applications, and higher levels of autonomy.
Last-Mile
AxleHire Rebrands as Jitsu
AxleHire rebranded to Jitsu, signaling the determination to help brands improve the doorstep delivery experience, build customer loyalty, and drive greater customer lifetime value.
Trucking
Penske’s AI Platform to Deliver Real-Time Insight into Fleet Performance
Penske Truck Leasing unveiled Catalyst AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) platform that delivers real-time insight into fleet performance.
Warehousing
Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award
This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!
Cold Storage
Lineage Logistics Rebrands to Lineage
Lineage Logistics officially rebranded, changing its name from Lineage Logistics to Lineage.
AI/AR
Leveraging Diverse Generational Skills for AI-Driven Logistics Success
The next five years represent a unique moment of generational equilibrium when all these qualities will co-exist in the logistics workforce. This is a golden opportunity that the industry should seize.
Trucking
Refrigerated Truckload Rates Fell in March
Spot truckload rates continued to slide in March as demand for trucking services moved toward typical seasonal levels, reported DAT Freight & Analytics.
Supply Chain Visibility
Global Trade Activity Indicates Rebound in Demand for Manufactured Goods
New data from Tradeshift's Q1 Index of Global Trade Health paints an encouraging picture for global trade, with robust growth observed in China and the United States, alongside indications of a rebound in global demand for manufactured goods.
Cold Chain
IoT Technology for Reefer Trailer Temperature Monitoring
The LoRa ATL-1 wireless temperature monitoring system from Wireless Links allows for a simple plug-and-play setup that is easily scalable for cold rooms and refrigerated trailers.
AI/AR
AI-Powered Planning Tool for Shipping Liners
Bearing AI launched an AI-powered Deployment Planner to help liners better balance the complexities of environmental compliance with increasing demand for quicker transportation of goods and the need to meet profitability goals.
Risk/Compliance
Escalating Middle East Tensions Trigger Surge in Freight Rates
As the situation unfolds in the Middle East, stakeholders are closely monitoring developments and preparing for potential impacts on global trade and shipping markets.
Supply Chain Visibility
Digitalization Efforts to Help Shippers Navigate Complex Supply Chain Landscape
Digitalization will remain a linchpin of success, enabling all industry stakeholders to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead in this dynamic world of global trade.
Risk/Compliance
Safeguarding Platform to Help Combat Fraud in Transportation and Logistics
Descartes Systems Group developed Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard to help freight brokers, 3PLs and shippers identify and prevent fraudulent activities related to carrier information, load tracking, and shipment status.
Trucking
InRoute Connect to Improve Turnaround Times for Commercial Vehicles in Need of Maintenance
Intangles announced InRoute Connect, a product designed to significantly improve the turnaround time of commercial vehicles in need of maintenance while on the road.
