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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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
Fire Safety Firm Puts Customer Service First with Route Optimiser
SF Fire Protection Services sees immediate increase in productivity and customer service levels. - November 17, 2011 - PCA Predict
Total Quality Logistics Wins Best Places to Work Award
TQL is the 1000+ employees category winner. - November 17, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
RediHEAT Extends Warranty for Heated Pizza and Food Delivery Bags
RediHEAT, Inc, maker of durable and the most cost-effective heated food-delivery bags, now offers the industry's best warranty to support them. - November 16, 2011 - RediHEAT, Inc
Topcone.com Eyeing to Become the Fastest Growing B2B Portal Through Their Distinctive USP
Topcone Inc, USA has launched its state of art exclusive B2B portal for providing solution for exactly matching the buyers needs and suppliers preferences. It is been designed in an easy customer friendly manner for accessing and managing the business demand and supply of every organisation. - November 12, 2011 - Topcone Inc.
The Buddy NightOwl Mobile Video Camera Proves to be Popular with School Transportation Directors Across the USA
tt-i launched the HD Buddy NightOwl plug & play mobile video camera this summer into the School Bus market and it is proving to be an ideal solution for Transportation Directors across the USA with limited budgets to spend on mobile video surveillance. The Buddy NightOwl offers one of the... - November 11, 2011 - TTI
TrakLok Corporation Exhibiting at NITL TransComp and IANA Intermodal Expo
TrakLok will be demonstrating this cargo security solution at Booth 124. - November 03, 2011 - TrakLok Corporation
Infibeam Starts Infibeam Logistics; Its Last Mile Delivery Network
Infibeam today announced the launch of Infibeam Logistics (IL), its in-house last mile logistics delivery system enabling a quick and delightful end-to-end customer shopping experience on the website (www.infibeam.com). In the first phase of launch, Infibeam has already started delivering to customers in Delhi, Gurgaon (Haryana) and Noida (UP). Company has plans to expand its in-house logistics program to more cities in the coming months. - November 03, 2011 - Infibeam.com
Rick Honan Named to the Board of Directors of the National Portable Storage Association
The National Portable Storage Association announced the appointment of Rick Honan to the board of directors of the NPSA for a three year term. Mr. Honan currently serves as the President of American Trailer & Storage, Inc. - November 01, 2011 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
TransGuardian Covers Duties, Taxes, and Shipping on Insured Shipments
TransGuardian, Inc. (www.transguardian.com), an online shipping service, provides worldwide discounted parcel insurance arranged by Wells Fargo Insurance Services. TransGuardian shippers may declare a value that includes the sales price of their merchandise and the sum of duties, taxes and insured... - November 01, 2011 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Chinese TV Interviews TransGuardian President Jim Moseley at Diamond Dealers Club of New York
Forest Zhang of New Tang Dynasty TV (NTDTV) interviewed Jim Moseley, President of TransGuardian, Inc. (www.transguardian.com), Reuven Kaufman, President of the Diamond Dealers Club of New York (DDC), Basant Johari, Vice President of the DDC, and Lou Rohde, DDC Director of Member Services. NTD TV... - October 31, 2011 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Exmar NV Trading Update Third Quarter 2011
The Executive Committee of EXMAR NV today gave its trading update for the third quarter of 2011. For full press release please fo to Exmar corporate website: exmar.be - October 30, 2011 - Exmar NV
R+L Carriers Launches State-of-the-Art Modernized Website – Remains on the Cutting Edge of Technology for the Shipping Public
R+L Carriers, a Global Freight Transportation provider, announces the launch of their state-of-the-art modernized website featuring a clean and intuitive design with enhanced shipping tools to make shipping freight faster and easier for customers. - October 28, 2011 - R+L Carriers
Total Quality Logistics Raises Close to $200K for the United Way
TQL employees reached into their pockets and raised $198,089 during the company’s annual internal United Way campaign. TQL inspired employee giving during this tough economy by matching 50 cents for every dollar of individual donations. - October 27, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
TransGuardian President Jim Moseley Speaks at Parcel Forum 2011
At Parcel Forum 2011 in Chicago, TransGuardian President Jim Moseley presented ways to reduce risk and save money on insured parcel shipping. “It’s important to de-bunk myths in the parcel insurance industry about ‘safe practices’ that have no effect on risk and explore... - October 26, 2011 - TransGuardian, Inc.
OnOn Shipping Expands Its Fully Online Asia-Europe Services
OnOn Shipping today unveiled a dramatic expansion of its unique online FCL container services portfolio. The number of port-to-port combinations increases from 6 to almost 100 and now covers shipments from all main Chinese ports as well as Busan, Singapore and Port Kelang into all the larger north... - October 25, 2011 - OnOn Shipping
Trailer Superstore Proudly Provides a New Trailer to Haul a Custom Built Orange County Chopper Dedicated to the 9/11 Anniversary
The Custom Trailer travels the US hauling the U.S Biker Law’s 10th Anniversary 9/11 Commemorative Bike. - October 22, 2011 - All Pro Trailer Superstore