Brazilian Ports Hope For Increased Private Investment

Brazilian Ports Hope For Increased Private Investment

May 22, 2013

The Brazilian Congress passed a port reform bill that they hope will bring a new private investment into the country. This bill is specifically aimed at private terminal operators and includes measures that relax general rules put in place by the Brazilian Association of Infrastructure and Basic Industry. To read more, click HERE.

Top Software & Tech Award Resized

2024 Top Software & Tech Award: Nominations Open

This award spotlights new-to-market and enhancements to existing software and technology solutions designed to provide automation, efficiency and visibility to the supply chain space. Submissions close Sept. 23.

With emerging technologies taking hold across the supply chain industry, the role of TMS and other emerging technologies is ever-changing.

Emerging Technologies Bring New Opportunities to Freight Management

Thanks to emerging technologies, the freight management industry continues to evolve and bring new opportunities for moving freight along the cold chain.

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Improve Loading Dock Safety

The Poweramp UXL wheel-based restraint can be used in most loading dock applications and connected online for further safety analytics.

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Food and Beverage Market Outlook Projects Stronger 2025

Data released by Circana reveals that as of mid-2024, the food and beverage industry is showing volume growth of 0.8%, a price increase of 1.4%, and top-line growth of 2.2%, all closely aligning with the original forecast.

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5 Must-Have Route Planning Features to Fuel Growth in Food Service Distribution

Facing last-minute orders and outdated routes? Discover 5 essential route planning features that can transform food service distribution. Learn how automation can boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels in this helpful resource.

Women in Supply Chain: Walmart's Jennifer McKeehan Named Overall Trailblazer

Jennifer McKeehan, SVP, transportation and delivery for Walmart, was named the overall winner of the Trailblazers category for this year’s Women in Supply award.

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Global Warehouse Automation Landscape Remains Strong

Several markets are experiencing higher-than-expected growth. Outlook for the warehouse automation industry is still extremely positive with the underlying drivers of growth remaining strong.

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RobotPlusPlus Launches Cargo Hold Cleaning Robot

RobotPlusPlus launched HighMate C20 Cargo Hold Cleaning Robot, reaching up to 95% of the holds surface, all while protecting seafarers from the dangers of manual cleaning at heights.

End-to-end global warehousing & transportation solutions

End-to-end global warehousing & transportation solutions

Lineage provides cold storage warehousing and integrated transportation solutions to get your food where it's needed efficiently, safely and reliably.

Cold Storage Logistics – Automating Truck Flow and Dock Assignments

In the complexities of food logistics and emerging technologies, distribution centers are now finding ways to automate their gate access and streamline their inbound/outbound logistics from one solution, reducing costs and increasing trailer throughput.

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Circana to Acquire NCSolutions

Circana announced plans to acquire NCSolutions, the joint venture between Nielsen and Catalina, and Nielsen’s Marketing Mix Modeling business.

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Therm Solutions Launches Grocery-Driven Food Waste Diversion Carbon Credit Project

Therm Solutions, Inc. launched what is said to be a first-of-its-kind food loss diversion carbon credit project targeting grocery stores to reduce food waste at its source.

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Automated Micro-Fulfillment Centers Witnessed Series of Challenges to Adoption: Study

The market for automated micro-fulfillment centers has witnessed a series of challenges to adoption, according to the latest report from Interact Analysis. However, the market opportunity still remains high.

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U.S. Food Manufactures Experience High E-Commerce Sales

Data from Source Advisors finds sustained e-commerce growth post-pandemic, as small and medium-sized enterprises capitalize on direct-to-consumer (DTC) opportunities in online retail.

Improve Loading Dock Safety

Improve Loading Dock Safety

The Poweramp UXL wheel-based restraint can be used in most loading dock applications and connected online for further safety analytics.

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ABB, Arkansas Tech University Partner to Launch Career-Readiness Program

ABB partnered with Arkansas Tech University’s Ozark campus to launch a career-readiness program that will offer a curriculum focused on automation technology, air conditioning and refrigeration.

Manifest 2025 to See 150 Thought Leaders Take the Stage to Discuss End-to-End Supply Chain

Manifest 2025 will host over 300 senior decision makers across supply chain, operations, logistics, transportation, innovation and technology on eight stages.

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E-Grocery Sales Climbed 9% vs. Year Ago

The total U.S. online grocery market ended July with $7.9 billion in monthly sales, a 9.2% increase over last year.

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Supply Chain Customers Not Loyal to One Mobile Robot Brand or Type. Here’s Why.

When it comes to mobile robotics, customers have high expectations and diverse needs.

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Importers Continue Shift to Mexico Amid Political Changes: Study

Spurred by rising labor costs in Asia and ongoing trade disputes, Mexico continues to grow as a hub for manufacturing and commerce, and not just with the United States.

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Mid-Year Review of Food Logistics Landscape

We're more than halfway through 2024, and it's safe to say that most of the challenges and opportunities from earlier still ring true today.

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Symbotic Acquires Veo Robotics to Enhance Efficiency and Safety Innovation

Symbotic Inc. acquired Veo Robotics, which includes Veo’s FreeMove 3D depth-sensing computer vision system for industrial workcells and all related intellectual property.

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5 Ways 3PLs Impact Shortages and Disruptions in the Cold Chain

Partnerships with 3PLs can enhance resiliency and operational continuity no matter the disruption— so long as the 3PL has made those factors the biggest priority.

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Soft Robotics Becomes Oxipital AI, Divests Soft Gripping Business

Soft Robotics Inc. announced the divestiture of its gripper business assets to the Schmalz Group, and then reformed as Oxipital AI.

Women in Supply Chain Forum: Ulta Beauty, Uber Freight, Coca-Cola to Lead Content Sessions

Register today for this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum, scheduled for Nov. 12-13 in Atlanta.

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Warehousing for In-Store and Online Grocery Fulfillment

Given the nature of grocery SKUs, no other sector is more overtly challenged by the rapidly evolving opportunities involved. This is despite the fact that the fulfillment process for e-commerce as a whole is highly refined.

End-to-end global warehousing & transportation solutions

End-to-end global warehousing & transportation solutions

Lineage provides cold storage warehousing and integrated transportation solutions to get your food where it's needed efficiently, safely and reliably.