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Rock Stars Make the Supply Chain Village a Better Place

It’s so important to recognize, honor and celebrate the achievements of the industry's supply chain heroes because they’re the ones that despite the disruptions and attacks, persevere.

L.I.N.K. | Driver Shortage Pushes Need for Training

FleetForce president explains the need for training grows during the driver shortage on this week's podcast, explaining that 1 million drivers are needed.

Manifest 2022 Announces Main Stage Speakers

The 250-plus speaker roster of entrepreneurs, investors and executives from the global LogisticsTech and end-to-end supply chain ecosystem will address technology, visibility, transportation and more.

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South Carolina Ports Receives $1.3M Grant for Emissions-Reducing Trucks

A&R Logistics and Benore Logistic Systems will use the funds to replace a combined eight diesel freight haulers with new zero-emission, battery electric-powered tractor trucks.

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Electric Truck Refrigeration Technology Providers Zero-Emission Performance

The Supra zero-emission, engineless technology can be applied to battery electric vehicles or run autonomously with conventional engine-driven trucks.

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3 Considerations When Choosing the Right Forklift Fuel

Propane can provide an affordable energy solution for crews who have a small percentage of the overall budget allocated to fuel and equipment costs, or for those just looking to reduce operational costs in general.

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Sustainability Program Helps Shippers and Carriers Build Sustainable Supply Chains

The program is on target to reduce carbon emissions by over 300,000 metric tons this year.

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Reduce Emissions in and Outside of the Warehouse with Propane

Here are a few propane-powered technologies to consider adopting in order to improve environmental and economic performance.

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Hydrogen Fuel Developers Target Logistics, Warehousing

A new market development partnership in hydrogen fuel could mean more of this type of power in both the logistics and warehousing space.

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L.I.N.K. Live | Food Logistics Editors Discuss the 2021 Space Race

Marina, Brielle and Mackenna discuss the 2021 space race and how robotics is playing a role in getting people there.

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Opportunities for Clean Fuel Autonomous Vehicle Integration into Logistics and Cold Chain Trucking Systems

Global attention to economic resilience, social mobility and environmental stewardship across sectors will continue to accelerate the transition to clean, automated technology in the logistics sector over the next the decade.

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Mediterranean Shipping, Shell to Decarbonize Shipping

The partnership will develop a range of safe, sustainable and competitive technologies that can reduce emissions from existing assets and help to enable a net-zero emissions future for shipping.

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Sustainable Food Chains Matter: Propane Provides Greener Fueling Options

Matt McDonald, director of off-road business development for the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), talks about the benefits of propane over diesel.

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2021 Top Green Providers: Sustainability Still Ranks Supreme During a Year of Disruptions

Food Logistics announces the winners of its annual Top Green Providers award.

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How Beverage Companies Can Achieve a Sustainable Fleet

Looking at sustainable fleets specifically, there are numerous steps that a beverage company can take to reduce emissions, increase route efficiency and safeguard the wellbeing of employees.

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Sustainable Fleets: Getting Cold Storage Energy Needs Down Cold

Right-sizing fleets and ensuring peak efficiency will go a long way in helping cold food and beverage companies reach their sustainability goals.

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Sustainability Commitments Drive Growth in Clean Technology Market for Fleets

Battery-electric vehicles are poised to become a leading clean fleet technology in 3-5 years.

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Supply Chain Industry Experiences Rapid Development of Zero-Emitting Vehicles and Freight Trucks

In the United States, electric vehicle sales grew 4% while overall car sales decreased 15%, while in Europe, electric vehicle sales increased 135% while overall car sales decreased 24%. Overall, global electric vehicle sales increased 46%.

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How Propane Can Reduce a Port’s Environmental Impact

Propane can be used in a wide variety of port applications, including port and terminal tractors, forklifts, light- and medium-duty vehicles, shuttles and even small marine vessels.

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Daimler, Volvo Pushes Hydrogen-Based Fuel Cells

Daimler Truck AG and Volvo group create joint venture to innovate new ways of fuel to support the logistics industry moving towards sustainability.

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Hapag-Lloyd Reduces Sulphur Oxides by 70%

As supply chain companies look to transform into sustainable entities, Hapag-Lloyd reveals accomplishments like fuel savings and innovative propulsion concepts.

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How Fleets Demonstrate Clear Benefits of Biofuels

Biofuels must be in the mix if we are to attain lower or net-zero emissions by 2050. For the transportation sector, biofuels are the most effective way to decarbonize right now.

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C.H. Robinson’s Emissions IQ Aims to Advance Sustainability in Logistics

In its pilot phase, Emissions IQ has already helped 125 companies reduce their carbon emissions by a total of 350,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalents.

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Ryder System Moves Forward with Sustainable Initiatives

Ryder System has achieved significant sustainable accomplishments by investing new technologies and cultivating talent.

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DHL Releases Accelerated Roadmap to Achieving Climate-Neutral Logistics by 2030

DHL invested $7 billion euros over the next 10 years to reduce CO2 emissions, expand its zero-emission e-vehicle fleet and climate-neutral buildings and reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 in line with the Paris Climate Agreement.

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DHL Freight, Volvo Trucks Move to Fossil-Free Road Transport

The move to fossil-free road transport will focus on longer distance heavy transports by making the transition to electrification as seamless and efficient as possible.

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Flock Freight, Carbonfund.org Partner to Achieve Carbon Neutrality with Shared Truckload Mode

All emissions produced by FlockDirect truck shipments will be accounted for in full and eliminated through the purchase of carbon offsets with the goal of offsetting 20,000 metric tons in carbon emissions in 2021.

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Commercial Availability of Electric Vehicles and Equipment Increases

Several electric truck and heavy equipment models are now available for order and set to begin production in 2021.

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project44, Fuel Transport Partner to Optimize Real-Time Shipment Data

This partnership will combine project44’s Advanced Visibility Platform with Fuel Transport’s North American logistics and freight management network with to optimize real-time shipment data.

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Study Says Propane Outpaces Electric for Carbon Footprint in Trucks

The comparative analysis reveals that medium-duty vehicles powered by renewable propane provide a lower carbon footprint solution in every U.S. state except Vermont where electricity is generated by, and imported from, Canadian hydroelectric power plants.

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Decarbonization Study Calls Focus on SME Road Freight Carriers

This study reveals that small road freight operators need to strengthen their commitment to the greening of supply chains.

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Study Details Dramatic Benefits of Zero-Emitting Vehicles

By 2030, the buyer of a new battery electric vehicle will save more than $7,200 over the life of the car compared to a gasoline-powered car.

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New Year, New Administration – What’s Next for our Nation’s Supply Chains

Here’s what a new president and a newly revamped way of moving products through the chain means for the future of the supply chain.