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Fracht Expands Into Canada with IES Technology
IES, Ltd., a leading provider of transportation software solutions to the global marketplace, today announced that international freight forwarder and logistics provider Fracht has reached another milestone in its global expansion. Fracht has recently increased the scope of its global presence... - February 23, 2012 - IES, Ltd.
Freight Shippers Prompt Logistics Now Promoting Instant Freight Rates Price Quote Service
The shipping experts at Prompt Logistics are now promoting their online freight calculator to customers, which delivers free and instant freight rates online. - February 23, 2012 - Prompt Logistics – Freight Quote
Atos and Yodel Shortlisted for Prestigious MCA Awards
Seamless and agile partnership central to success of parcel delivery company. - February 23, 2012 - Yodel
Yodel Signs Mobile Asset Management Contract with Ryzex
Leading parcel delivery company Yodel to leverage the Ryzex mobility model for the management of its 15,000 handheld terminals, enabling savings of £500k per annum. Yodel, the UK’s leading parcel delivery company, has agreed a mobile asset management contract with Ryzex, a leading... - February 23, 2012 - Yodel
QC Software’s Guide for a Successful Reverse Logistics Operation
QC Software’s recommendations for improving reverse logistics: analyze current process, streamline the operation, reduce inventory levels, properly train employees, cross-docking, provide preprinted return labels with order, post forms and procedures on website, allow cross channel returns, outsourcing. - February 22, 2012 - QC Software, Inc.
American Trailer & Storage (AT&S) Hires Ross Fogel
American Trailer & Storage is pleased to announce the hiring of Ross Fogel as an Account Manager in Kansas City. - February 21, 2012 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
Shiply Urges Couriers and Van Owners to be Vigilant of Metal Thieves
Founder of Shiply.com, the online transport marketplace, is advising caution to van owners as scrap metal theft becomes more prevalent in the UK. - February 17, 2012 - Shiply
RedGiant Analytics Inc. Establishes an Office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
RedGiant Analytics, Inc (“RG”), a Madison-based business analytics firm announced the establishment of an office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The office located in the capital city of Malaysia will be the focal point for sales and support in the region for RG’s innovative spatial and predictive business analytics solutions. These solutions primarily serve the retail, consumer package, casino-gaming, telecommunications, and logistics sectors. - February 16, 2012 - RedGiant Analytics Inc
Maha Muzumdar, Oracle’s Logistics Expert, Predicts Future Trends in the February Issue of Supply Chain Digital
Supply Chain Digital, the leading digital business publication for C-level executives, is excited to announce the launch of its February issue. The overall theme of the issue is on the future of the supply chain. How will tomorrow’s logistics landscape look? Oracle supply chain expert Maha... - February 16, 2012 - WDM Group
CMA/Flodyne/Hydradyne Expands Dunkermotor Relationship to Become Authorized Full Line Distributor
Successful working relationship with OEMs leads to signing of new authorized distributor agreement covering Dunkermotor's linear and rotary motion control solutions. - February 16, 2012 - Dunkermotoren USA Inc.
Commercial Warehousing, Inc. Names Robert C. Doyle Vice President, Business Development
Rob Doyle has recently joined Commercial Warehousing, Inc. as Vice President of Business Development. He brings to the organization more than (15) years of sales, operations and executive management experience in the third-party logistics industry. His role will include new business development, key account expansion and the company’s overall marketing and growth initiatives. - February 16, 2012 - Commercial Warehousing Inc.
Rare Bird Trading Company, N.C. China Center Host Chinese Investment Promotion Agency Delegation
North Carolina Groups Welcome CIPA Delegates in a Celebration of State’s Exports to Asian Nation - February 15, 2012 - Longistics
UK Freight Forwarders Association Offers "Good Practice" Guidelines
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has added a dedicated area on its website offering Good Practice guidelines for its members. - February 15, 2012 - British International Freight Association
Seven Seas Worldwide Tight-Lipped Over Twitter Account
International shipping company stays silent over the bizarre collection of tweets now filling their timeline. - February 15, 2012 - Seven Seas Worldwide
Pak Mail Forges Shipping Service Partnership with Shred-it
The international shipping firm partners with Shred-it to provide document destruction services at Pak Mail shipping store locations. - February 11, 2012 - Pak Mail Centers of America, Inc
BAT Logistics Keeps on Trucking
BAT Logistics, provider of 3rd Party Logistics and Transportation solutions, recently wrapped up its 3rd year of upward growth. - February 11, 2012 - Bat Logistics
Couriers Should be Well Prepared for Extreme Weather Says Shiply
Transport marketplace Shiply recommends that couriers should take extra precautions for driving in harsh conditions as Britain is hit by freezing conditions. - February 10, 2012 - Shiply
Dr. Thomas Wakeman Appointed Chair of Marine Group at Transportation Research Board
Dr. Thomas Wakeman of Stevens Institute of Technology has been appointed chair of the Transportation Research Board (TRB), a division of the National Research Council, which serves as an independent adviser to the President, the Congress and federal agencies on scientific and technical questions of national importance. - February 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Furniture Giant Doubles Productivity with Route Optimiser from Postcode Anywhere
Oakfurnitureland cuts costs and improves customer service with smart route planning technology. - February 09, 2012 - PCA Predict
Industry Leader Among UK Removal Companies Bournes Offers New Office and Commercial Moving Services
UK based relocation experts Bournes have recently announced that they’ve added several new services to their outstanding line of business relocation solutions. The company’s new services have been designed to ensure minimal disruption and downtime for UK companies as they begin the... - January 29, 2012 - Bournes
Four Soft Increases Cloud Focus for Logistics & Shippers Industry
Four Soft's LogiSaaS cloud application delivers comprehensive functionality combined with flexibility, ease of implementation, competitive edge and seamless integration over the Internet, eliminating the need to install and run the application on the customer's own systems thereby simplifying maintenance and support. - January 27, 2012 - Four Soft Ltd
CSA Software Inc. - Announces Time and Cost Saving LTL Management Portal
CSA Software Inc., a Michigan-based leader in freight forwarding and transportation logistics Software, has just announced the addition of a new Less than Truck Load “LTL” Management Portal, that will allow CSA to better serve their existing and expanding domestic freight forwarder customer base. - January 26, 2012 - Chuck Schubert and Assoc.
John S. James Co. Closes the Information Gap with IES Technology
IES, Ltd., a leading provider of logistics and compliance software solutions to the global marketplace, announces the rollout of its Forwarder Suite at international freight forwarder and customs broker John S. James Co. The software was selected to provide the company with one central point of connectivity, streamline operations and realize productivity improvements. - January 25, 2012 - IES, Ltd.
Cherry Capital Cabs Uses Little Services’ Logistrics Taxi System for Its Fleet in Traverse City
Little Services Gateway Inc., whose proprietary Android PDA based taxi dispatch solution called Logistrics Taxi serves Taxi operators worldwide announced recently the use of its Android smart phone/tablet application by Cherry Capital Cabs in Traverse City to operate and track its fleet and... - January 20, 2012 - Little Services Gateway Inc
UK Freight Forwarders Offer Olympic Advice
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has added a dedicated area on its website to offer logistics advice in connection with the staging of the Olympic and Paralympic games at a number of locations throughout the UK in the summer of 2012. - January 19, 2012 - British International Freight Association
International Warehouse Group Now Accepting New Clients for Trucking in New York Services
International Warehouse Group, the Long Island warehouse that houses goods and merchandise for some of the biggest companies in the New York area, is proud to announce they are accepting new clients for their trucking services in New York. International Warehouse Group aims to consolidate storage,... - January 18, 2012 - International Warehousing
Express Tracking Service Site Launches, an All-in-One Express Tracking Tool
Jianer, an Internet Service Company based out of Canton NY, has announced that they are launching a new service website that will feature information on Express Tracking. The new website can be found at www.expresstracking.org. “The goal of this website is to help people to track their... - January 18, 2012 - Jianer
SOLUS Retrofit Program Creates Green Jobs, Saves 2 Million Gallons of Fuel and Reduces CO2 Emissions by 1.5 Tons
SOLUS selected by Cox Transportation Services Inc. of Ashland, VA to outfit its fleet with EPA verified aerodynamic Split Skirt technology. SOLUS retrofit program creates green jobs, saves 2 million gallons of fuel and reduces CO2 emissions by 1.5 tons. - January 14, 2012 - SOLUS Solutions and Technologies LLC
Longistics Names Amy Henderson International Foreign Trade Zone Manager
Global Logistics Solutions Provider Promotes NC State University Graduate - January 11, 2012 - Longistics
Allworld Logistics Provides All New Shipping Solutions for Small, Medium Enterprises
Allworld Logistics 100% Australian Company Offers Flexible Import/Export Options via Air freight and Sea freight, while other Importing and exporting services are often an expensive venture. - January 09, 2012 - All World Logistics
AT&S Expands Workforce
Steven Todd hired as Mechanic for American Trailer & Storage (AT&S). - January 02, 2012 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
International Removals Specialists Bournes Announce New Storage Services for Commercial and Residential Customers
UK-based international removal experts Bournes have recently announced that they are now offering innovative storage services to both residential and commercial customers around the globe. Whether clients are moving to USA, Canada, Europe or Australia, Bournes can now provide leading class, highly... - December 24, 2011 - Bournes
Courier Service in Albany, NY, Joins SEO Program to Help Expand Access for Local Delivery Needs
Creative Delivery Services, a delivery courier business serving the Albany, NY, area, recently teamed up with Prospect Genius, an online advertising company, to improve their Web presence. This partnership will make it easier for Capital District residents to locate Creative Delivery Services... - December 24, 2011 - Creative Delivery Services
DOW Networks Experiences 320% Growth in Second Half of 2011
DOW Networks celebrated its 10th year anniversary in 2011 but the party really kicked into high gear in Q3 and Q4. Since May, the company has seen a 320% increase in managed numbers. DOW offers Call Center VoIP Solutions, Hosted PBX, International Toll Free Numbers and other telephony services to businesses around the globe. - December 21, 2011 - AVOXI
Retrotech Named to Food Logistics 100 List
For the second consecutive year Retrotech has been named to the Food Logistics 100 list of top technology and software providers. - December 17, 2011 - Retrotech Inc.
UK Freight Forwarders Comment on National Ports Policy
Following a review, the British International Freight Association (BIFA), the trade association for UK freight forwarders, says that the National Policy Statement for Ports (NPS) delivers a framework for port infrastructure development in England and Wales over the next few decades. - December 16, 2011 - British International Freight Association
U-Freight Drinks to Growth of Wine Logistics in China
The U-Freight Group - the Hong Kong-headquartered international freight services and logistics group, believes that China’s growing thirst for French wine will be a major boost for the company’s specialist wine logistics services. - December 16, 2011 - UFreight
Longistics Earns ISO 9001:2008 Recertification
Local Logistics and Supply Chain Provider Recognized Again for Exceeding Industry Standards, Client Expectations - December 15, 2011 - Longistics
Longistics Vice Chairman Pat Long Named a Finalist for Two Stevie Awards
Leader of Full-Service Provider of Global Logistics Solutions Selected Among the Top for Best Entrepreneur and Best Overall Company in Service Businesses Category - December 09, 2011 - Longistics
Famous Pacific Shipping Names New Chairman and Advisory
At its recent Annual General Meeting (AGM), the Famous Pacific Shipping Group (FPS Group) appointed a new Advisory Board to provide governance to the fast-growing Asia-based network of NVOCC and freight forwarding companies. - December 07, 2011 - Famous Pacific Shipping
QC Software’s Essential Guide to Lower Shipping Costs in the Warehouse
QC Software’s key ways to reducing shipping costs include an effective layout, appropriate technology and materials, end to end product visibility, reducing handling and touches, cross docking, and managing your freight program using best practices. - December 07, 2011 - QC Software, Inc.
Courier Service in Rye Brook, NY, Partners with SEO Firm to Help Local Customers
US Messenger Service, a delivery courier business serving Rye Brook, Yonkers, and the surrounding areas, has partnered with Prospect Genius, a leader in online local advertising, to assist businesses, medical clinics, and law firms in need of courier delivery services. As the result of the search... - December 04, 2011 - US Messenger Service
Excel Moving & Storage Achieves Green Plus™ Certification
Carolina Moving Company Recognized for Being Environmentally Friendly - December 03, 2011 - Excel Moving & Storage
Aberdeen Research Explores Best-in-Class Logistics Outsourcing Strategies
A research by Aberdeen Group analyzed what outsourcing strategies used by best-in-class companies set them apart from their competitors. The survey helps supply chain companies to decide whether they need to outsource their logistics operations to a Logistics Service Provider (LSP) or what core competencies they should keep in-house. - December 02, 2011 - Argos Software
International Warehouse Group Now Offering Pick and Pack Services in Addition to Trucking in New York
International Warehouse Group, the Long Island warehouse that houses goods and merchandise for some of the biggest companies in the New York area, is proud to announce the addition of pick and pack services in New York, in addition to trucking in New York services. International Warehouse Group... - December 02, 2011 - International Warehousing
U.S. Senators Reed and Whitehouse Applaud R.I. Small Business Banneker Industries for Their Ongoing Contribution to Local Businesses, Economy
U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse made a visit to Quonset Point this month to a site managed and renovated by R.I.-based and woman-owned Banneker Industries, Inc., a leader in supply chain management solutions and a past national recipient of Small Business of the Year honors. Banneker... - December 01, 2011 - Banneker Industries, Inc.
Famous Pacific Shipping Targets New Members in New Markets
Following its recent AGM, the Famous Pacific Shipping Group has resolved to increase membership of the worldwide network of forwarders in specific geographical areas, to further strengthen the group’s claims to be a leading player in the global supply chain. - December 01, 2011 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Seven Seas Worldwide Launches Milk Delivery Service for Chinese Customers
Due to the growing demand by Chinese nationals for milk powder from abroad, international shipping company Seven Seas Worldwide is offering for the first time to ship milk powder to China. - November 23, 2011 - Seven Seas Worldwide
KPI Partners Releases Manufacturing Analytics for Oracle BI & E-Business Suite
KPI Partners has developed a pre-built analytic application specifically designed for manufacturing and costing processes. - November 18, 2011 - KPI Partners
The ACC RV Warranty Group to Provide "RV Tire Warranty Coverage" at No Extra Charge to Its RV Warranty Consumers as of 11/23/2011
The ACC RV Warranty Group, an industry-leading RV warranty and RV service plan company, has announced an agreement today to provide "RV Tire Warranty Coverage" to all new ACC RV warranty consumers at No Extra Charge as of 11/23/11. - November 17, 2011 - ACC Warranty - ACC RV Warranty