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Spot Truckload Rates Remain at Two-Year Highs

The number of loads posted on the DAT network of load boards dipped 1 percent, and truck posts gained 8 percent.

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Taylor Farms Case Study: Delivering on the Promise of Freshness

Redwood Logistics

Like all fresh produce shippers, Taylor Farms was faced with the pressure to reduce operating costs and get their products from field-to-fork as efficiently as possible, while giving customers the best possible experience.

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Ocean Ports & Carriers

Cosco Shipping Eyes $4 Billion Buyout of Orient Overseas

The Wall Street Journal reports that Chinese conglomerate Cosco Group is in advanced discussions to acquire smaller shipping rival Orient Overseas Container Line Co.

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Subscription-Based Meal Kits: 3 Logistical Considerations

LLamasoft, a Coupa Company

Millions of consumers flock to these companies looking for healthier food options while simplifying their at-home dining routines. However, behind-the-scenes, this process is anything but simple.

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Lineage Logistics Acquires European Automated Warehouse Leader

The transaction marks the first international acquisition by Lineage, and represents significant growth in the company’s warehouse automation strategy.

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L.A. and Long Beach Port Truck Drivers, Warehouse Workers Plan to Strike Monday

Drivers and warehouse workers will picket XPO Logistics terminals Monday, and spread their picket lines to Intermodal Bridge Transport and California Cartage Co. on Tuesday.

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Carbon Footprint

Food Logistics' 2017 Top Green Providers

Food Logistics’ annual Top Green Providers list offers logistics professionals a guide to the companies that have found new ways to promote sustainability throughout their operations and those of their customers.

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Four Ways to Drive Fuel Efficiency

Ryder System, Inc.

How food and beverage fleets can leverage technology, change processes and train drivers to improve fuel efficiency and enhance sustainability.

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Ocean Carriers and Ports Invest in Food Safety

Carriers and ports are taking steps to provide an integrated cold chain to support chilled and frozen cargoes.

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Sweet Deliveries

As confectionery sales continue to rise around the world, shippers are seeking assistance from 3PLs to ensure their products are delivered on time and in optimal condition.

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FourKites Releases Industry’s First Real-Time Temperature Tracking Solution for Shippers

Integration with leading trailer tracking device manufacturers enables enterprise shippers to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act

Ocean Ports & Carriers

DHL’s New Visibility Tool Provides Transparency at High Seas

Ocean View is a new online platform that allows shippers to track their ocean freight shipments, and therefore, improve their end-to-end supply chain planning.

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