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The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group (GSCLG) is Calling for Nominations for the 2007 Supply Chain Excellency Award
The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group (GSCLG), which serves the senior leaders of supply chain management in business, government, and industry on a worldwide basis, is calling for nominations for the 2007 Supply Chain Excellency Award. The award, which was created to honor CEOs who have made a... - September 06, 2007 - Global Supply Chain Leaders Group
Global Supply Chain Leaders Group Announces Its Newest Member to Its Board of Directors - Hannah Kain is President and CEO of ALOM
The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group (GSCLG), which serves the senior leaders of supply chain management in business, government, and industry on a worldwide basis, announces its newest member to its Board of Directors - Hannah Kain. Hannah Kain is President and CEO of ALOM, a leading package... - September 06, 2007 - Global Supply Chain Leaders Group
Inc. 5000 Names TSI One of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies
Transit Systems three-year revenue growth rate exceeds 104 percent. - August 31, 2007 - Transit Systems, Inc.
Project Sales Corp to Introduce ExpaTen Bolts from SCHAAF GmbH & Co. KG at INMEX 2007
SCHAAF is leading the way with ExpaTen bolts in order to revolutionize detachable flange connections of propulsion shafts of the shipbuilding industry. This new technology will now be displayed at the International Exhibition on Shipbuilding in Mumbai, India between October 3-5, 2007 - August 30, 2007 - Project Sales Corp
The Center of Workforce Innovations Announces RFID Employer Workshops by BlueBean
The Center of Workforce Innovations of Northwest Indiana is excited to announce that their partner BlueBean, the RFID Solutions Company, will be presenting a workshop about the uses and benefits of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to area employers. - August 24, 2007 - The Center of Workforce Innovations
Russian Mid-Market Soon to Benefit from Affordable Advanced SCM Solutions
Made4Net and the supply chain management consultancy group SCM-SG are collaborating to lead the way in providing smart supply chain management solutions to the Russian market. SCM-SG will sell and implement powerful, flexible and cost-effective solutions designed by Made4Net to meet the requirements of companies of any size. - August 24, 2007 - Made4net
Radnor Hills Mineral Water Company Outsources Electronic Trading to Wesupply.com to Deliver Efficient Customer Service
Wesupply.com, leading provider of On Demand Supply Chain Management solutions, today announced that Radnor Hills Mineral Water Company has selected its On Demand Electronic Trading solution to meet increased demand from customers to trade electronically. Implementation of the Wesupply.com solution... - August 23, 2007 - Wesupply.com
Goscor Lift Truck Company Launch New Diesel Shoebrake Truck
Goscor Lift Truck Company announced the launch of models D20G, D25G and D30G pneumatic diesel forklift trucks in Southern Africa. - August 23, 2007 - Goscor Lift Truck Company
Freight Forwarders Welcome Customs Compromise
BIFA (www.bifa.org) - the trade association which represents the interests of Britain’s freight forwarding community - welcomes the news from Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that when SAD Harmonisation is implemented on 1st October 2007, dual running of both old and new type Customs declarations will be allowed until 20th January 2008. - August 19, 2007 - British International Freight Association
ASM Confirms GeMS Software Will Support Dual Running During SADH Implementation by UK Customs
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has advised that SADH will be implemented on October 1, 2007 and it will allow dual running of both old and new type Customs declarations until midnight on the 20th January 2008. - August 14, 2007 - Agency Sector Management (UK) Ltd
The Grimes Companies Makes List of 50 Fastest Growing Companies
Jacksonville based The Grimes Companies, has been ranked as the area’s 9th fastest growing company according to the Jacksonville Business Journal’s 2007 list of “50 Fastest Growing Companies” in northeast Florida. The Business Journal’s criteria are stringent and... - August 13, 2007 - Total Distribution, Inc.
BIFA Welcomes Confirmation That Freight Forwarders Have Won Insurance Exemption
Following a four-year campaign by the British International Freight Association (BIFA) – www.bifa.org - Treasury officials have confirmed that the Insurance Mediation Directive (IMD) Exemption for freight forwarders has now come into force. This means that freight forwarders should be able... - August 11, 2007 - British International Freight Association
The Center of Workforce Innovations and BlueBean Partner for RFID Awareness and Training
The Center of Workforce Innovations of Northwest Indiana is pleased to announce their partnership with BlueBean, the RFID Solutions Company. The partnership was formed in order to increase area employers’ awareness of the value and benefits of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. - August 10, 2007 - The Center of Workforce Innovations
Konecranes' New XN Electric Chain Hoist is Cost-Effective and Reliable
The New XN Chain Hoist is the Cost-Effective and Reliable Solution for Light to Medium Hoisting Needs - August 08, 2007 - Konecranes Americas
New Parcels Service to the Philippines for UK Companies
Philippine Cargo Services, one of the leading freight forwarders in the UK servicing the growing market to the Philippines yesterday announced a new parcels service. - August 08, 2007 - Philippine Cargo Services
U-Freight Opens Third Dedicated Logistics Warehouse in Hong Kong
U-Freight – www.ufreight.com - the Asia-based freight services group, has strengthened its operations in Hong Kong with the opening of a further dedicated, full-service logistics facility. - August 08, 2007 - UFreight
Freight Forwarders Urge Government to Add Cargo to Review of UK Border Security
BIFA, the trade association which represents the interests of Britain’s freight forwarding community, welcomes the Prime Minister Gordon Brown’s recent announcement of a review of the UK’s border security arrangements and commitment to a new unified border force at air and seaports. - August 03, 2007 - British International Freight Association
Polar Launches New Range of Thermal Pallet Cover Systems
A range of thermal pallet cover systems is launched following extensive testing to protect pharmaceutical and perishable cargo. - August 03, 2007 - Polar Thermal Products Ltd
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Hires Seasoned Business Development Leader: David Heller Joins Transportation Team of Leading 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) recently added David Heller as vice president of business development. - August 02, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
5 Smart Tips for Moving Back to College
College students across the country are getting ready to move back to school. Instead of cramming their cars, they can transport it all – by using a moving or shipping service that matches their needs. TSI offers 5 smart tips on how to get the most for the money. Tip #1 Know your moving... - August 01, 2007 - Transit Systems, Inc.
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Expands Its Operations in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area: 3PL Adds Distribution Space and New International Station
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) announced the opening of two new operations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area; one distribution facility and a new international station. With the addition of the distribution facility, OH Logistics now operates four contract warehousing facilities in Dallas,... - July 26, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Simplex Conveyor LLC Introduces the First Reversible MDR Extendable Conveyor
The first reversible single stage extendable conveyor designed with an exclusive patent pending "Continuous Roller Surface". - July 23, 2007 - Simplex Conveyor
Small Business Research Board Transportation Industry Study: Costs for Energy / Fuel Outpace Health Care Costs, General Economy as Leading Concerns
Report also indicates one-third of small transportation companies are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners will increase hiring, improve existing automation, expand at current locations says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Distribution / Wholesaling Industry Study: Taxes, General Economy, Costs of Energy / Fuel Greatest Distribution / Wholesaling Concerns
Report indicates fewer than one-third of small distribution / wholesaling companies are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners to concentrate on improving staff training says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Small Business Research Board Auto / Vehicle Dealer Industry Study: General Economy, Taxes, Health Care Costs Greatest Concerns of Automobile, Vehicle Dealers
Report indicates fewer than 30% of auto and other vehicle dealers are considering expansion during the next 12 to 24 months. Owners to concentrate on adding locations and improving staff training and upgrading systems says report issued in conjunction with International Profit Associates. - July 20, 2007 - Small Business Research Board
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics' Executives Speaking at LogiPharma 2007: Experts on Compliance and Pandemic Flu Preparedness Address Leaders in Pharmaceutical Industry
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) is a sponsor of LogiPharma 2007, the premiere North American Pharmaceutical Supply Chain event taking place September 17-19, 2007 at the Loews Philadelphia, PA hotel. This event brings together leaders in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries including... - July 20, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group Congratulates Gene Tyndall
The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group (GSCLG) congratulates Gene Tyndall – member of the Executive Board -- on his recent accomplishment of being honored as the "Global Logistics Person of 2007” by the Global Institute of Logistics, which also voted him into the Global Logistics... - July 19, 2007 - Global Supply Chain Leaders Group
Davies Turner Channels Investment Into Bristol
Independent freight forwarder, Davies Turner - www.daviesturner.co.uk - has started to build a multi-million pound expansion to its existing freight and logistics hub in Bristol. - July 18, 2007 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd
Rich Trucking & Logistics Launches Get Back to Work Program for Felons
Rich Trucking & Logistics launches Get Back To Work program for felons and ex-cons. The second chance program offered by the company's CEO, Meca Rich, aims to provide a source of work for inner city communities across the nation. - July 17, 2007 - Rich Trucking & Logistics
Univedant Develops Knowledge Management Solution for Manufacturing Industry
Over the years, manufacturing companies have invested millions of dollars on multiple technologies and software tools for their engineering departments, in order to realize productivity gains and stay ahead of the competition. Unfortunately, in most cases there is little or no interaction between... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
Univedant Launches New Innovation Framework for the Manufacturing Industry
Policy makers, academic researchers and industry experts cite innovation as the most important way of solving manufacturing industry problems. Univedant’s engineers and research staff have decades of experience in investigating and solving challenges faced by the manufacturing industry using... - July 16, 2007 - Univedant Corporation
TMCL Container Line to Implement Quantum’s NVOCC Package, Q-NVO
TMCL Container Line, a neutral non asset based shipping line providing FCL services, has selected Quantum Business Solutions’ Q-NVO application to support and enhance its business model worldwide. The Q-NVO is a fully integrated system catering to NVOCC’s specific needs while... - July 13, 2007 - Quantum Business Solutions & Outsourcing
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Names Traylor Group as Supplier Partner of the Year: 3PL and Leading Recycling Company Decrease Landfill Waste and Increase Efficiencies
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) recently presented the Traylor Group its Supplier Partner of the Year Award. - July 12, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
ULD's Go Thermal for Cargo Carriers
Polar Thermal Products Ltd, manufacturer of specialist insulated solutions to the logistics and military industries has launched thermal liners for the LD3 AKE and LD9 AAP ULD’s. The LD3 and LD9 thermal lining has been extensively tested by one of the world leading logistics companies and... - July 12, 2007 - Polar Thermal Products Ltd
BIFA Freight Service Awards Enter 19th Year
The British International Freight Association - is seeking entries for its annual Freight Service Awards competition. - July 12, 2007 - British International Freight Association
Transplace Selects LOG-NET to Support Its Burgeoning International Supply Chain Management Offering
LOG-NET’s Web-Based Platform to Serve as Backbone for Managing the Flow of International Shipments for Transplace’s Customers - July 08, 2007 - LOG-NET Incorporated
South Lamar Storage & Wine Cellar Changes the Face of Self-Storage
New storage facility opens July 16 in Austin, Texas - July 05, 2007 - South Lamar Storage & Wine Cellar
U-Freight Restructures North America Operations
U-Freight, the freight forwarding and logistics services group, is restructuring its organization in North America under a five-strong executive management team. - July 04, 2007 - UFreight
It’s July – Do You Know Where Your Mover is?
It’s July – do you know where your mover is? Okay, that’s probably not your first thought as summer moves into high gear. But according to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 39 million Americans, or about 14 percent of the population, changed addresses last year. And most of them... - July 04, 2007 - Transit Systems, Inc.
Lisa Hull Has Transitioned to Lead The Grimes Companies' Client Management Program for It's Warehousing, Transportation and Packaging Subsidiaries
The Grimes Companies (TGC) is pleased to announce that Lisa Hull will be moving to a new position where she will be leading the development of the company’s Client Management program. Hull’s primary responsibility will be communicating with the company’s clients to ensure that... - July 03, 2007 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Revolution in the Warehousing Operation Industry
Technological Revolution in the Warehouse Industry; Crawford 101 Dock Management - Optimizing truck traffic and warehouse operations - June 30, 2007 - Crawford Monitoring systens
Quality Certification for Famous Pacific Shipping in Indonesia
Following the recent certification of its partner in the Philippines, Famous Pacific Shipping’s Indonesian partner has also obtained ISO 9001:2000 status, the internationally recognised standard for quality management systems, from Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance. In addition, FPS... - June 27, 2007 - Famous Pacific Shipping
A New Organization is Launched – The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group - To Serve the Leadership Needs of Supply Chain Executives Worldwide
The Global Supply Chain Leaders Group (GSCLG) has been formed to serve the senior leaders of supply chain management in business, government, and industry on a worldwide basis. The organization is designed to respond to the unique needs of leaders who are increasingly responsible for the profitable... - June 26, 2007 - Global Supply Chain Leaders Group
CENTTRA Customers Observe More Data Accuracy with Gains in the Efficiency
CENTTRA customers all across the globe reported significant efficiency gains from the new CENTTRA platform launched in January 2007. WhiteHedge' CENTTRA is the most efficient and customizable container information system that reaches the most of the ocean, rail, air carriers as well as trucking... - June 25, 2007 - WhiteHedge Technologies
Business First of Buffalo Recognizes Logistic Dynamics for Growth
Logistic Dynamics, Inc. (LDI), a Buffalo based third party logistics provider has been recognized by Business First of Buffalo for its considerable growth after ranking #2 in this years Fast Track 50 of Western New York. The Business First Fast Track 50 is a special report issued annually which... - June 20, 2007 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.
UC Factors Offers Complimentary Tickets to the 2007 Great American Truck Show – GATS, the 2nd Largest Truck Show in America, Dallas, TX, August 23 – 25, 2007
UC Factors has complimentary tickets for the 2007 Great American Truck Show, GATS. Great rates, fast approval, no term contracts and now free tickets to the 2nd largest truck show in America. Play “Beat the Factor at 21” at their booth #7055 for a chance to win great prizes. Speak with a representative about their special GATS special factoring program and enter for a chance to win their grand prize. Call or visit the website, www.ucfactors.com, to request complimentary tickets. - June 19, 2007 - UC Factors
National Portable Storage Association Goes Web 2.0
The National Portable Storage Association is leveraging YouTube to help educate its members about safety issues related to loading and unloading containerized storage. - June 16, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Nexus Distribution and MercuryGate International, Inc. Announce Implementation of MercuryGate’s TMS as Strategic Technology for Nexus
New TMS implementation provides collaboration and visibility through their customer’s entire supply chain. - June 13, 2007 - Nexus Distribution
DuoShare Certifies as RDI™ Software Developer
DuoShare, Inc. recently certified as a RDI (Residential Delivery Indicator) software developer with the United States Postal Service®. - June 10, 2007 - DuoShare, Inc
DuoShare Certifies as SuiteLink™ Interface Developer
DuoShare, Inc. recently certified SuiteLink with the United States Postal Service® - June 09, 2007 - DuoShare, Inc