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Davies Turner Air Cargo Enters Third Decade with Triple Success

Davies Turner Air Cargo Ltd (DTAC), the air cargo arm of Davies Turner Plc, the UK’s leading independent freight forwarder, international logistics and transport company, is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a hat-trick that sets up the operation for its third decade of successful trading. - July 14, 2010 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd

Advance Energises Mitsubishi Power Shipments

Building on a working relationship that spans almost 40 years, Istanbul-based Advance International Transport has moved two consignments of cooling plant modules for Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). - July 14, 2010 - Advance International Transport

Logistics Supply Chain Partnership Finally Marks the End of the Fax Machine

Labyrinth a leading provider of logistics and supply chain consulting and Perceptant, the cloud computing integration and messaging specialists sign significant partnership agreement which aims to finally rid the logistics industry of the fax machine. - July 09, 2010 - Perceptant Limited

ATC Logistics & Electronics Recognized as ‘Green 50’ Company by Inbound Logistics Magazine

List ranks innovative companies with environmentally sustainable practices - July 08, 2010 - ATC Logistics & Electronics

Bellwether Services Shares 4th Quarter Retail Tech Supply Chain Forecast with Traders and Investors

John Wilkerson, VP at Bellwether Services shares Retail Tech Supply Chain Vision Global Traders, Investors. - July 08, 2010 - Bellwether Services

All Around Moving Services Company, Inc. Arranges Trouble-Free Shipping Services to Italy

All Around Moving Services Company, Inc. provides all necessary requirements for moving to Italy from anywhere in the United States. This includes arranging for professional motor carriers, packing, specialty crating, loading, warehouse facilities, shipping palettes and 20' and 40' overseas shipping containers. An estimator will survey each move and provide a estimate and written proposal. - July 06, 2010 - All Around Moving Services Company, Inc.

Choice Logistics Continues to Yield Efficiencies from Business Process Improvement Investments

System-based tools optimize operations - July 02, 2010 - Choice Logistics

Trucking Acquisition Firm, Ahern and Associates Expands to Offer Financial Feasibility Services to Clients

Ahern and Associates, Ltd. to consult clients on personal wealth management and goal attainment before executing the sale of their trucking or logistics company. - June 30, 2010 - Ahern and Associates

Ash Cloud Fails to Dent Davies Turner’s Record of Supplying Tehran Book Fair

The Icelandic volcano that grounded much of Europe’s airfreight could not have come at a more critical time for Davies Turner, the UK and Ireland’s leading independent freight services provider, as it planned deliveries for this year’s Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF). - June 30, 2010 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd

Mobility Streamlines Distribution for Improved Efficiency

Mobile technology empowers carriers and shippers with real-time visibility. - June 25, 2010 - Datatrac Corporation

Budget Holds Few Surprises for UK Freight Forwarders

The British International Freight Association (BIFA), the trade association for UK forwarders, has welcomed the news in yesterday's budget that the UK coalition government will delay the decision over Air Passenger Duty reform. - June 25, 2010 - British International Freight Association

Logistic Dynamics Named Fastest Growing Logistics Provider in WNY

Logistic Dynamics, Inc. has been recognized for the 2nd year in a row by Business First of Buffalo as the fastest growing logistics provider in WNY. The company posted a 44.13% growth rate ranking LDI the 18th fastest growing company in WNY overall. - June 23, 2010 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.

Evans Transportation Services Launches Freight Brokerage Division; Economic Recovery Likely to Impact Service Levels in Shrinking Freight Industry

In response to what it sees as a coming need in the marketplace, Evans, a third-party logistics provider, today announced the launch of Evans Freight Services (EFS) to complement its logistics services division. - June 23, 2010 - Evans Transportation Services

Movers Specialty Service, Inc. Announces New Business Development Strategy in Nationwide Logistics Market

Movers Specialty Service, Inc. (MSS) has announced a new business development strategy to expand its nationwide logistical capabilities to commercial markets. MSS announced its new Logistics Division in late 2009 and invested in dedicated operations staff to launch the new enterprise. MSS... - June 18, 2010 - Movers Specialty Service, Inc.

Exmar and Its Consortium Were Selected as Preferred Bidder by the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ)

The Government of Jamaica (GOJ) began investigating the possibility of introducing natural gas as an alternative fuel in 2001. The objectives of the project are to decrease the dependence on imported oil and oil derivatives, lower energy costs and utilize a more environmentally friendly fuel... - June 18, 2010 - Exmar NV

Choice Logistics to Provide Mission-Critical Service Parts Logistics for Hitachi Data Systems EMEA

Long-standing relationship in North America expands abroad. - June 16, 2010 - Choice Logistics

IBS’ iCargo Gives Qantas a Leading Edge in Freight

Qantas, Australia’s national carrier and one of the world’s leading airlines, has implemented IBS’ Cargo Management Solution in its international air freight division, Qantas Freight. - June 12, 2010 - IBS Software Services

Trucking and Logistics Conference Held by Ahern and Associates and Benesch, Friedlander Sets the Stage for 2011

Benesh/Ahern transportation conference recently held in Phoenix, AZ exhibited keen insight on the trucking and logistics industries and capital markets in transportation; conference’s success provided catalyst for second conference in 2011. - June 11, 2010 - Ahern and Associates

Sector Expert Makes Innovative Website Available to All

Aviation data experts Aviation Analytics make UK air passenger data available via a demonstration business intelligence tool - June 09, 2010 - Aviation Analytics Limited

ATC Logistics & Electronics’ Dan Gardner to Discuss Business Development Best Practices at 8th Annual 3PL Summit Presented by eyefortransport

Panel comprised of supply chain experts at world’s largest event for 3PL providers and users - June 09, 2010 - ATC Logistics & Electronics

Ace Relocation Systems, Inc. Adds Phoenix as Its 9th Location

The premier relocation company acquired Southwest Transfer and Storage, an Atlas Van Lines Agent based in Phoenix, AZ - June 09, 2010 - ACE Relocation

ITISL POWERSHELL FF Freight Forwarding Software Voted Most Admired Software in India

A Survey conducted by ITISL Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; a software solutions provider for the logistics and freight forwarding industry shows that POWERSHELL FF - Freight Forwarding Software has become the most accepted freight forwarding software in India. - June 08, 2010 - ITISL Technologies Private Limited

InstallerNet Teams up with MiX Telematics for "Green Fleet" Applications

Fleet managers looking to implement "green fleet" practices, as well as embrace employee and community safety through telematics solutions can now turn to MiX Telematics and the technical expertise from InstallerNet’s network of professionals. As the leading provider of... - June 07, 2010 - InstallerNet

Logistic Dynamics Named Blue Diamond Broker by Internet Truckstop

Logistic Dynamics, Inc. has been recognized by Internet Truckstop and ITS Financial Services as a Blue Diamond Broker. - June 05, 2010 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.

Foremay® to Ship Ultra High IOPS PCIe SSD Drives

One quarter million IOPS have been achieved with the EC188™ D-series PCI Express solid state drive (SSD) which features read/write speeds up to 2.5/2.3 GB/s and capacity up to 8 TB - June 02, 2010 - Foremay, Inc.

NPSA Warns Members About 2010 CVSA Roadcheck

The National Portable Storage Association is warning its members about the 2010 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's annual compliance initiative. - May 31, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association

ATC Logistics & Electronics’ Dan Gardner Hosts Interlog Summer Roundtable Examining Reverse Logistics, ROI and Customer Satisfaction

Session to detail challenges and solutions for service pros - May 29, 2010 - ATC Logistics & Electronics

All Seasons Hire Expands Chiller Hire Fleet

Chiller Hire fleet increased with addition of Trane Chillers - May 29, 2010 - All Seasons Hire

Tenacent SA Provides a Tool Designed to Secure the Global Supply Chain

DC to Retail and Global Container and Trucking security has been given an additional tool to reduce Shrinkage and Improve Security and Visibility with the availability of Tenacent SA's latest RFID enabled Bolt Seal "TIMSV11." - May 28, 2010 - Tenacent SA

World-Link Communications Earns ISO 9001:2008 Certification

World-Link Communications today announces that it has received ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management certification. World-Link is committed to quality process management and to delivering reliable and innovative maritime communications services. The Company has established a measurable approach when... - May 27, 2010 - World-Link Communications, Inc

ShipSat: Affordable Maritime Internet via Satellite

World-Link Communications’ Hybrid Broadband Solution Makes the Internet at Sea a Reality - May 27, 2010 - World-Link Communications, Inc

Shipping Software Return on Investment Calculator Included at Harvey Software's New Web Site

Harvey Software Inc. introduces a newly updated HarveySoft.com. Its newly redesigned web site presents more information about Harvey's flagship Computerized Parcel System (CPS™) multi-carrier shipping software in pages that are easier to understand and navigate. Using the latest web design ideas, the new site is built to make everything about solving shipping problems, from gathering facts to purchasing a CPS solution, quick and easy. - May 26, 2010 - Harvey Software, Inc.

Postcode Anywhere MD Guy Mucklow Joins Board of Intellect

Entrepreneur joins list of prominent technologists; aims to “represent interests of small to medium business.” - May 26, 2010 - PCA Predict

Choice Logistics to Share Insight on Strategic Global Service and Customer Support at Interlog Summer 2010

Forums to include best-in-class clients and high-tech experts. - May 26, 2010 - Choice Logistics

Advance Powers Marine Engine Shipments

Advance International Transport is nearing the mid-way point of a significant contract to move engines to power eight 56,000 dwt multipurpose ships being constructed in Bulgaria. - May 26, 2010 - Advance International Transport

World’s First PoE-Enabled Gigabit Ethernet Extender Now Shipping

Ethernet Extension Experts Begins Shipping its Game-Changing Gigabit Ethernet Extender - May 25, 2010 - Ethernet Extension Experts

Supply Chain, Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility Executive, John Wilkerson Earns Breakthrough Global Financial Credentials

John Wilkerson, Vice President, Supply Chain, Environmental and Corporate Social Responsibility Practice Leader achieved senior accreditation, similar to former Kraft, Albertson’s, Mckinsey, Grant Thornton Executives. - May 25, 2010 - Bellwether Services

Global Market for Maritime Security $15.4bn in 2010 - New Market Research on ASDReports.com

For decades maritime piracy on the high seas has been an almost accepted aspect of international trade. However, increasingly audacious attacks on high value assets such as larger oil tankers have changed the outlook. When pirates hijack vessels such as an oil-tanker carrying 2 million barrels of... - May 24, 2010 - ASD Media BV

Green Aircraft Tax Misses the Mark

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) – www.bifa.org – backs informed aviation commentators who have described a possible "plane tax" as an ill conceived proposal that will further damage an industry that is already on its knees. Furthermore, and importantly, it will do nothing to uphold the UK’s competitive edge as a major hub for international carriers serving Europe. - May 22, 2010 - British International Freight Association

ATC Logistics & Electronics Named as a Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine Top 100 Provider

Ninth annual list recognizes industry leaders. - May 21, 2010 - ATC Logistics & Electronics

Choice Logistics Recognized as a Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine Top 100

Annual list features leading solution and service providers - May 20, 2010 - Choice Logistics

Dry Underwater Welding on Tanker by Hydrex in Port of Galveston, TX

Dry underwater welding (http://www.hydrex.us) of an insert plate was done as a permanent hull repair in-situ on a tanker by Hydrex US in the Port of Galveston, Texas. - May 20, 2010 - Hydrex LLC

3PAR Selects Choice Logistics for EMEA Mission-Critical Service Parts Logistics

Choice brings leadership, inventory control to 3PAR’s expanding business - May 19, 2010 - Choice Logistics

CST Industries, Inc. Selects Sunset Transportation, Inc. as Third Party Logistics Provider to Increase Transportation Efficiency, Savings

CST Industries, Inc., a global leader in the design, manufacture, and installation of storage tanks and covers, has selected Sunset Transportation, Inc. to provide transportation management services and technology for its five divisions: Columbian TecTank, Engineered Storage Products, Conservatek... - May 17, 2010 - Sunset Transportation

ATC Logistics & Electronics’ Dan Gardner Featured on SupplyChainBrain Executive Briefing Series Analyzing Bottom-Line Impact of the Supply Chain

Video interviews offer insight from industry thought leaders - May 13, 2010 - ATC Logistics & Electronics

Famous Pacific Shipping (NZ) in LCL Expansion to Pacific Islands

In New Zealand, Famous Pacific Shipping, the fast expanding Asia-based NVOCC and freight services supplier, is enhancing its intra-Pacific Islands freight connections with the launch of a new regular direct oceanfreight consolidation service to a range of Micronesian destinations, as well as Guam and the Marshall Islands. - May 13, 2010 - Famous Pacific Shipping

Underwater Inspection Conducted by Hydrex in Port of Tampa, Florida

Underwater inspection (http://www.hydrex.us) conducted by Hydrex US on a tanker in the Port of Tampa, Florida was an Underwater Inspection in Lieu of Drydocking (UWILD) to extend the drydock interval as required by classification societies. The inspection was a closed circuit video class inspection... - May 12, 2010 - Hydrex LLC