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Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Opens New International Services Station in Atlanta, GA: 3PL Continues Strategic Expansion
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) has announced the opening of a new international services station in its Atlanta, GA facilities. The station will offer a full range of logistics services, including customs brokerage and freight forwarding via air and ocean, worldwide and... - December 13, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Contenders Named for Young Freight Forwarder Awards
The names of the four finalists who will compete for the title of Young Freight Forwarder of the Year in this year’s Freight Service Awards organised by the British International Freight Association (BIFA) have been revealed. - December 12, 2007 - British International Freight Association
Shipping Sidekick Launches New CPC Affiliate Program
Shipping Sidekick (www.shippingsidekick.com), the web's leading shipping rate comparison website, announced today that it has launched an all new affiliate program which pays affiliates up to 20 cents for every visitor sent to Shipping Sidekick. Exact pay rate will depend on the referring website... - December 10, 2007 - Webplus, Inc.
Palletrater.com Simplifies the LTL Market Using TPG/OMS
Palletrater.com (www.palletrater.com) is a new service, from Exel Transportation Services in Chalfont, PA (www.exeltrans.com), that simplifies and streamlines the costing of Less-Than-a-Truckload (LTL) shipments using the TPG/OMS solution from The Paxton Group. Palletrater.com has taken all of the... - December 10, 2007 - The Paxton Group, LLC
BlueStar Named Motorola’s North American Enterprise Mobility Distributor of the Year
This announcement was made recently at Motorola’s Americas Partner Conference in San Diego, CA. - December 06, 2007 - BlueStar
Holiday Shipping Advice: Freight Service May be Easier
Freight makes people think of trains or large containers. Freight is defined as “transporting goods commercially at rates cheaper than express rates.” Also defined as anything larger than a parcel. Freight can be boxes, crates, furniture, etc. Transit Systems, Inc., a freight carrier, offers 5 occasions when freight shipping can be used during the holidays. - December 06, 2007 - Transit Systems, Inc.
Advance International’s Excellent Results on Rail Container Service
Freight forwarder, Advance International is celebrating excellent results on its ‘Advantage Express Service’ between Almaty in Kazakhstan and Poti in Georgia as it passes a significant traffic milestone. - December 05, 2007 - Advance International Transport
Global Supply Chain Management Company Continues Commitment to Excellence: 2007 Top Gun Winners Announced by Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Winners of the Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) national Top Gun competition for 2007 were recently announced. This competition has been held for 16 consecutive years by the global supply chain management company. “The results of the 16th annual company-wide competition are in,”... - November 30, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Launch of M-Pact Solutions Announced by Mallory Alexander International Logistics; John Huggins to Lead New Provider of Supply Chain Management Consulting and Solutions
The formation of a new supply chain management group--M-Pact Solutions--has been announced by Mallory Alexander International Logistics (www.mallorygroup.com). Its Director is John Huggins, an executive with 21 years of experience designing and implementing supply chain solutions for manufacturing... - November 29, 2007 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
New Search Engine Confirms That Milliseconds Matter
ShipGooder.com uses speed and simplicity to attract a loyal following. - November 28, 2007 - ShipGooder, Inc.
U-Freight Adds Security Accreditation
International freight forwarding and logistics group, U-Freight, has further reinforced its commitment to the provision of secure storage and warehousing with the certification of its Shanghai logistics hub to TAPA FSR 2007 (Transported Asset Protection Association, Freight Security Requirements, 2007 Revision), Warehouse Classification A. - November 24, 2007 - UFreight
Freightgate Launches "Personal Logistics Web Desktop"
Freightgate, a leading provider of Internet applications for the Freight & Logistics Industry, today announced that it has launched Personal Logistics Web Desktop as a value added feature of the new Freightgate 2.0 Portal launched Novenber 8. - November 23, 2007 - Freightgate
RLDJ INTERNATIONAL's Anthony Jackson Speaking at Supply Chain Asia Conference 2008
RLDJ International (RLDJ) announced that Anthony Jackson, senior vice president and manager of RLDJ Business Development and consulting group, will speak at the Supply Chain Asia 2008 Conference in Singapore. On Thursday, July 9, at 11:20 a.m. PDT. Jackson will discuss SCM challenges in... - November 22, 2007 - RLDJ INTERNATIONAL
ASM Adds Further SAD-H Seminars
The freight industry’s provider of leading edge software, Agency Sector Management (ASM), has announced a series of additional SAD Harmonisation (SAD-H) training seminars in response to significant interest from freight industry professionals. - November 22, 2007 - Agency Sector Management (UK) Ltd
Goscor Lift Truck Company Launch New Low Level Order Pickers
Goscor Lift Truck Company, Crown lift truck distributor in Southern Africa, announced the launch of a new range of low level order pickers. - November 22, 2007 - Goscor Lift Truck Company
Alireza Nasseh Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Alireza Nasseh has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Alireza is currently a partner with BarWil Corporation and received his degrees from the University of Southampton and the U.K. School of Navigation. As a partner, Alireza travels often trying to develop... - November 16, 2007 - Princeton Premier
BIFA Freight Service Awards 2007 Category Finalists Announced
Over 20 companies have been named as finalists for this year's Freight Service Awards organised by the British International Freight Association (BIFA) - www.bifa.org. Now in their 19th year, the BIFA Freight Service Awards are widely recognised as one of the most prestigious within the logistics and supply chain industry. They encourage and reward high professional standards and special achievements. - November 14, 2007 - British International Freight Association
Homeowners Facing Foreclosure Can Earn Money While Downsizing
Foreclosures, particularly on subprime home loans, continue to rise. Homeowners facing foreclosure may need to downsize to an apartment or smaller home while also facing a financial crunch. Many turn to eBay and other auction websites to sell furniture and other large items to potential buyers around the country, which means those items need to be shipped long distance. - November 10, 2007 - Transit Systems, Inc.
BlueStar Distributes the LXE HX2 Rugged Wearable Computer
Designed to be worn on the arm or waist for hands-free picking and other warehouse duties, this rugged wearable computer features an impact-resistant screen as well as a magnesium alloy front to ensure survival in rugged environments. - November 10, 2007 - BlueStar
Track Your UPS, FedEx, DHL & USPS Packages All in One Place, Shipping Sidekick
Shipping Sidekick (www.shippingsidekick.com), the web’s leading shipping rate comparison website, announced today that it has added a package tracking feature allowing users to track their UPS, DHL, FedEx and USPS packages all in one place free of charge. - November 09, 2007 - Webplus, Inc.
Freightgate Launches “The Freightgate Portal 2.0”
Freightgate, a leading provider of Internet applications for the Freight & Logistics Industry, today announced that it has launched The Freightgate Portal 2.0/Beta. - November 09, 2007 - Freightgate
The Launch of Moving Tools & Gadgets, Syndicated with Google by Movers.com
In keeping with the demands for technologically advanced web gadgets, which enable the users to calculate and estimate various itsy-bitsy details of their move, Movers.com has recently launched a series of Moving gadgets. - November 09, 2007 - Movers.com
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Hires Charlie Pinto as EVP, Human Resources: Global 3PL Continues to Add Executives to Its Expanding Team
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) recently hired Charlie Pinto as EVP of Human Resources. This is a new position within the growing global supply chain management company. Pinto was most recently employed as SVP, Human Resources by INFONXX, a large privately-held telecommunications outsourcer... - November 02, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Euronav Announces Q3 Results
The executive committee of Euronav NV (EURONEXT: EURN) today reported its provisional financial results for the three months ended 30th September 2007. - October 26, 2007 - Euronav NV
Agency Sector Management Names New General Manager and Elects Two Directors
Agency Sector Management (UK) Ltd, the UK’s leading provider of software solutions for the freight industry, has promoted John Argent to General Manager (Designate) and elected two new directors at its recent AGM. - October 25, 2007 - Agency Sector Management (UK) Ltd
BlueStar Distributes Zebra Z Series® ZM400™/ZM600™ Thermal Printers
BlueStar is announcing its distribution of the new Zebra Z Series ZM400/ZM600 thermal printers for manufacturing, warehouse, and retail applications. These printers deliver 10-in.-per-second print speed capability as well as resolution up to 600 dpi. - October 24, 2007 - BlueStar
Famous Pacific Shipping Conference Focuses on Changing Face of Global Freight Industry
Famous Pacific Shipping, the fast expanding Asia-based NVOCC and freight services supplier, is all set for its 2007 Annual General Meeting and Conference which will take place in Mauritius between 21st and 24th October. - October 20, 2007 - Famous Pacific Shipping
BlueStar’s VARTECH2007 Conference & Trade Show is a Tremendous Success
BlueStar recently held its annual VARTECH2007 Conference & Trade Show in Nashville, TN, and the show attracted its largest audience to date. - October 19, 2007 - BlueStar
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Adds John J. Hafferty, Jr. as CFO of International Services Division and Announces Key Promotion and Additional Team Members for Corporate Finance
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) recently hired John J. Hafferty, Jr. as CFO of its International Services group. OH Logistics also hired several additional people in the corporate finance department. - October 19, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
LOG-NET, Inc. Releases Version 6.0 of Their Leading Supply Chain Management Application
Application footprint expands from execution to include optimization, routing, intelligent mapping, scheduling and contracts. - October 18, 2007 - LOG-NET Incorporated
Acquisition of 7M Transport Announced by Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Mallory Alexander International Logistics announced it has acquired all the assets of 7M Transport, Inc., in a private transaction. The facilities, capabilities and personnel of 7M Transport will continue as part of Mallory Alexander's integrated supply chain solution. Financial terms of the... - October 18, 2007 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
BlueStar Receives ‘Distributor of the Year’ Award from Alien Technologies
Alien Technologies has named BlueStar its '2007 Distributor of the Year.' This announcement was made recently at an awards dinner during the Alien Partner Conference in Chicago, IL. - October 14, 2007 - BlueStar
Strategic Global Management Structure Announced by Mallory Alexander International Logistics; Expands Shanghai Office
Mallory Alexander International Logistics announced a strategic management structure in support of logistics solutions for global customers. - October 13, 2007 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Adds Facility in Canada: Global 3PL Increases North American Network
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) announced the expansion of its network with the recent lease of a facility in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, in the Heartland Industrial Park, located approximately 15 minutes from the Toronto International Airport. Mississauga is Canada's sixth largest... - October 12, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
MOL Announces New Asia-Black Sea Service
The New World Alliance (TNWA) - Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL), APL, and Hyundai Merchant Marine, Co., Ltd. (HMM) - Hanjin Shipping Co., Ltd and United Arab Shipping Company (UASC) today announced a new Asia-East Mediterranean / Black Sea service, named “EBX” (East-Mediterranean /... - October 11, 2007 - MOL
JF Hillebrand Launches Dedicated Bulk Wine Division
Following its acquisition of Trans Ocean Distribution, JF Hillebrand is proud to announce the launch of a dedicated bulk wine division. Hillebrand Bulk will give importers greater service options by combining the experience and expertise of the two companies’ bulk wine divisions. “JF... - October 11, 2007 - JF Hillebrand
Trans Ocean Distribution Limited Acquires Seatrans Manufacturing (Proprietary) Limited
Trans Ocean Distribution Limited (TOD), part of the JF Hillebrand Group, is pleased to announce that it has acquired 100% of the shares in Seatrans Manufacturing (Propriety) Limited. This strategic acquisition further consolidates TOD’s position as the industry leader in the provision of... - October 11, 2007 - JF Hillebrand
BlueStar to Distribute Metrologic MS1890 Focus® Industrial-Grade Hand-Held Area Imager
The new Metrologic MS 1890 Focus® is an industrial-grade hand-held imager from Metrologic Instruments. Designed to withstand 2-m falls, the MS1890 Focus® is an IP54-rated omnidirectional imager that can decode all standard bar codes. - October 10, 2007 - BlueStar
JAS Forwarding Worldwide Utilizes Nexus' Chicago Land Bridge to Provide Savings to International Shippers
JAS Forwarding Worldwide provides a unique service offering to international shippers, allowing them to ship heavy containers direct from the port into Chicago via the Nexus Chicago Land Bridge. - October 08, 2007 - Nexus Distribution
Global Supply Chain Group to Sponsor the Inaugural "Green Supply Chain Award" at the Upcoming Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards 2007
Global Supply Chain Group, a supply chain strategy consulting organization headquartered in Sydney is sponsoring the coveted ‘Green Supply Chain Award’ at the upcoming Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards 2007. There are 5 finalists in the category: Bayer, CIBA, Eastman Chemicals, Pfizer & Shell. The judges are deciding the winner soon, and the winner will be revealed on the night of the awards on November 22nd in Hong Kong at a gala industry dinner at Hong Kong Convention Centre. - October 08, 2007 - Global Supply Chain Group
RedneckJobs.com, a New Job Site Just for Rednecks Launches Today
RedneckJobs.com, the first employment web site designed for “redneck workers,” has launched today. From office workers, plumbers, electricians, carpenters and construction workers to municipal supervisors, construction foremen, and business owners, rednecks comprise a large segment of the American workforce. - October 02, 2007 - RedneckJobs, LLC
ASM Customs Software Delivers SAD H Functionality
Agency Sector Management (ASM) has released Version 11.1 of GeMS, providing users with full compliance for the SAD Harmonisation changes to be implemented from 1st October by HM Revenue & Customs. - September 30, 2007 - Agency Sector Management (UK) Ltd
High Density Push Back Systems Provide Optimized Warehouse Space
Shelving, Inc. Push Back systems average an occupancy rate of 80 – 90% more product storage than traditional rack systems. - September 29, 2007 - The Shelving Store
The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group (GSCLG) is Calling for Nominations for the 2007 Chief Supply Chain Officer Award
The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group (GSCLG) serves leaders of supply chain management in business, government, and other organizations, on a worldwide basis. The mission of the Group is to respond to the unique needs of leaders who are increasingly responsible for the profitable growth and... - September 28, 2007 - Global Supply Chain Leaders Group
Moblize Launches Web Portal to Monitor, Track and Control Virtually Any Fixed and Mobile Asset in Real Time for Any Industry Like Mining, Oil Gas and Commercial Fleet Etc
Moblize, an innovator in providing real time surveillance technologies solutions to enable Smart Services for industries like oil and gas, commercial fleet, construction, power generation and mining, today announced the official release of the Megs1.5 web portal to monitor any remote fixed and... - September 26, 2007 - moblize.com
Tsi and Moving Solutions Team Up to Assist Older Adults Organize and Downsize
In response to an increasingly urgent need for moving services geared to the needs of senior Americans, TSI and Moving Solutions have teamed up to assist older adults and other busy working adults de-clutter their homes and downsize. Moving Solutions helps seniors plan and execute moves, while TSI... - September 26, 2007 - Transit Systems, Inc.
Shipping Sidekick Launches Discount Shipping & Moving Supply Store
Shipping Sidekick (www.shippingsidekick.com), the web’s leading shipping rate comparison website, has launched the Shipping Sidekick Shipping & Moving Supply Store providing padded mailers, shipping boxes, moving supplies, tape and related items at great prices. The Shipping Sidekick... - September 25, 2007 - Webplus, Inc.
Los Angeles HR Firm Assists Local Employers with Newly Enforced Undocumented Worker Legislation
CPEhr, a leading HR outsourcing firm, helps small to mid-sized California employers comply with new regulations and avoid non-compliance penalties relating to the receipt of "No Match" letters from the SSA and employing undocumented workers. - September 11, 2007 - CPE HR, Inc.
Grimes Companies Proud Participant in Project Alaska Turf
The Grimes Companies proudly participated in the first-ever delivery of a high school football field playing surface thousands of miles to the town of Barrow, Alaska. It all began when Cathy Parker, the wife of a former NFL player, heard the plight of the Barrow High School Whalers and their... - September 07, 2007 - Total Distribution, Inc.
LSI Wins Contract, Company Plans New Hires, Expansion in Clovis, New Mexico
Locomotive Service, Inc. (LSI) recently won a 2-year contract from the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railway for locomotive refueling operations in Clovis, New Mexico. The contract begins November 1, 2007, and LSI plans to hire up to 17 new full-time employee drivers and expand the services offered... - September 07, 2007 - LOCOMOTIVE SERVICE, INC.