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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
IT Project Failure Rates Are Astronomical - Vendor Centric Releases New Publication to Help Bring Them Back Down to Earth
Vendor Centric Launches New Guide to Sourcing IT Solutions that helps Public and Private-Sector Organizations Dramatically Increase Chances of IT Project Success - October 14, 2011 - Vendor Centric
Davies Turner Repeats Apprenticeship Offer
If Davies Turner – the UK’s leading independent freight forwarder – was appearing in front of the Dragons’ Den investors, it’s likely they would be queuing up to put their money into one of the industry’s more successful apprenticeship schemes. - October 09, 2011 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd
123Loadboard.com Gives $50,000 for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
123Loadboard.com™ (http://www.123loadboard.com), the freight matching service for the trucking industry, will be celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW) from September 11-17, 2011. It’s definitely no secret that truck driving is one of North America's most essential... - September 17, 2011 - 123Loadboard.com
Jacobson Companies Names Chief Human Resources Officer
JHCI Holdings, Inc., parent of the Jacobson Companies, announced today that Jim Stillings has been named Chief Human Resources Officer of the leading global third party logistics firm. Mr. Stillings joins Jacobson after a 20 year career with GE, and 15 years of Human Resources consulting. Brian... - September 13, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Jacobson Companies Acquires G-Link Express Logistics
Continues to Expand International Platform in Asia Pacific - August 31, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Huyck.Wangner Australia Awards FPS Victoria a Two-Year Logistics Contract
Famous Pacific Shipping (Victoria), a member of the fast-expanding Asia-based Famous Pacific Shipping network of NVOCC and freight services providers, has won a two-year contract to handle all worldwide shipments, including all import and export traffic for Australia, from Huyck.Wangner Australia Pty Ltd. - August 24, 2011 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Vitech Business Group, Inc. Hires Kati Reid as Marketing Manager
Vitech Business Group, Inc. announced today another valuable addition to its Sales and Marketing team by bringing on board Kati Reid as Marketing Manager. Reid will develop and execute the company’s overall marketing initiatives in the U.S. and Canada to further increase visibility of... - August 18, 2011 - Vitech Business Group, Inc.
For 12th Consecutive Year, Corporate Traffic Ranks Among America’s Top 100 3PLs
Corporate Traffic Inc., a Jacksonville-based third party logistics provider, was selected as one of Inbound Logistics Magazine’s top 100 movers and shakers in the 3PL industry for the 12th consecutive year. - August 04, 2011 - Corporate Traffic
Vitech Business Group, Inc. Extends Industry Lead in Vocollect Voice Investment
Vitech Business Group, Inc., supply chain execution solution provider and Vocollect Total Solution Provider (TSP) and Master Value Added Reseller (MVAR), announced today it’s continued investment in the Vocollect Voice technology by certifying as a Vocollect Software Partner (VSP). As a... - August 04, 2011 - Vitech Business Group, Inc.
Sunset Transportation CEO Jim Wiliams Awarded Highest Honor by Boy Scouts
Sunset Transportation’s Founder and CEO Jim Williams was honored with the Silver Beaver Award by the Greater St. Louis Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America. This is the highest award a local council can present to an adult volunteer of the Boy Scouts of America. - July 27, 2011 - Sunset Transportation
Praktiker Goes Live with CBX Enterprise to Scale Private Label Program
Core Solutions’ CBX Enterprise is supporting German DIY retailer, Praktiker Group, with accelerating and expanding their private label product offering and automating their sourcing process. - July 06, 2011 - Core Solutions
AT&T Certifies Datatrac Technology
Rigorous testing process ensures that Datatrac's mobile technology is certified on a leading wireless network. - June 14, 2011 - Datatrac Corporation
Company Founder Takes on New Role
Although it's been over three decades since he founded the company, Henry Dixon is taking on a challenging, new role at Datatrac. - June 14, 2011 - Datatrac Corporation
Datatrac Team Expands to Serve Growing Base
With more shippers and carriers choosing its cloud-based solution, Datatrac is growing its team to ensure excellent service is always available. - June 14, 2011 - Datatrac Corporation
AB Commercial Inc. Completes Laboratory Investment Recovery Resulting in Over $30,000 to ALK Abello
AB Commercial Inc. (ABCSI), a leading national Investment Recovery and Liquidation firm, has just completed its fifth recovery project for its client ALK Abello in an ongoing partnership since October of last year. So far, ABCSI has recovered over $30,000 for ALK, a pharmaceutical company focusing... - May 22, 2011 - AB Commercial Inc.
Kong and Allan Consulting Sends Powerful Statement to the Retail Industry: China Cost Savings Still Exist
Bradley A. Feuling, CEO, Kong and Allan Consulting sends a powerful message to the company’s retail partners, and the industry; cost pressures from China can be reduced by sound supply chain management. - April 29, 2011 - Kong and Allan (Shanghai) Consulting Co. Ltd.
F.S. Mackenzie Connects Western Europe to Iraq with New Groupage Trailer Service
After lengthy trials, independent freight forwarder F.S. Mackenzie has launched guaranteed twice-weekly express road trailer services between Western Europe and Iraq. - April 21, 2011 - Famous Pacific Shipping
3PL Nexus Announces Launch of New Website
Third party logistics provider Nexus announces the launch of its new website and updated logo. - April 19, 2011 - Nexus Distribution
Sri Lankan Peace Dividend Pays Off with Creation of Projects FPS
The ending of Sri Lanka's 30-year ethnic war in May 2009 has created an atmosphere so welcoming to infrastructure investments that Famous Pacific Shipping Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, a member of the Famous Pacific Shipping Group, will launch an independent heavy lift and project cargo arm from April 1, 2011 to provide strategic logistics support for the island’s reconstruction. - April 06, 2011 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Glen Road Systems, Inc. & Invata Intralogistics Announce Merger Agreement
Merger Combines GRSI Advanced Supply Chain Automation Software Suite with Invata’s System Integration Capabilities. - April 02, 2011 - Glen Road Systems, Inc.
CAPS Launches Iowa Service Center to Manage Growth of Reusable Shipping Container Business
Container and Pooling Solutions (CAPS) launches its newest Service Center in Jesup, Iowa. - April 01, 2011 - Container and Pooling Solutions
Corporate Traffic Opens New Office in Charlotte, N.C. to Service Burgeoning Business in the Region
Local office for existing and new Charlotte clients provides enhanced service opportunities and utilization of Charlotte’s air and less-than-truckload capabilities. - March 09, 2011 - Corporate Traffic
CAPS’ CEO Recognized as Pro to Know for Second Consecutive Year
Container and Pooling Solutions’ (CAPS) CEO recognized as a 2011 Pro to Know for the second consecutive year. - March 04, 2011 - Container and Pooling Solutions
Jacobson Companies Announces Agency Agreement with Farmers Grain Express
Jacobson Companies, a leading worldwide third party logistics company, is pleased to announce their establishment of an agency relationship with Farmers Grain Express (“FGX”), a licensed broker in liquid bulk commodities and general freight. This relationship presents significant... - March 04, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) Celebrates Blue Ribbon Cutting Event
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) joined the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce in August, 2010 and celebrated their first Blue Ribbon Cutting event last week, February 10, 2011 at their Main Street office. - March 02, 2011 - Trade Risk Guaranty
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) Opens Second Location in Bozeman, Montana
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) now has a second office in Bozeman, Montana. Due to the increased number of positions being offered within TRG, a second location was necessary in order to accommodate the company’s continued growth. - February 28, 2011 - Trade Risk Guaranty
Pickfords Helps MTV UK Move Home
MTV UK enlists the help of Pickfords to promote its brand new move to Sky Channel 126 - February 27, 2011 - Pickfords Removal UK
Corporate Traffic Launches Managed-Less-Than-Truckload (M-LTL) Service
Corporate Traffic created new department to direct this service, expecting it to double in 2011 - February 25, 2011 - Corporate Traffic
Sidney Warehousing Receives a Superior Rating
Sidney Warehousing achieves superior rating in latest AIB audit. - February 14, 2011 - Sidney Warehousing Inc.
Jacobson Companies Announces Julian Duerschmidt as President of Key Account Sales
Jacobson Companies, a leading worldwide third party logistics company, is pleased to announce it has hired Julian Duerschmidt as President of its Key Account Sales Team (KAST). Mr. Duerschmidt will join the senior management team and be responsible for key and strategic account development across... - February 10, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Datatrac Sets Record for Growth
Shipper focused strategy resulted in unprecedented double-digit growth for 2010. Datatrac Web also led the industry in new functionality and volume of product enhancements. - February 06, 2011 - Datatrac Corporation
Jacobson Companies Expands to European Market Through Strategic Partnership with Rhenus Logistics
Jacobson Companies, a leading worldwide third party logistics provider, is pleased to announce that it has implemented a strategic partnership with Rhenus Logistics, one of Europe’s leading logistics service providers. This partnership allows Jacobson Companies access to an extensive... - February 02, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
CAPS Makes Food Logistics’ List of Top 100 Technology Suppliers for Third Consecutive Year
Container and Pooling Solutions (CAPS) has been named to Food Logistics' Top 100 Technology Suppliers list for the third year in a row. - January 28, 2011 - Container and Pooling Solutions
Jacobson Companies Acquires Hong Kong Based CGL Ltd. -- Establishes International 3PL Platform in Asia Pacific
JHCI Holdings, Inc., parent of the Jacobson Companies, a leading 3PL logistics provider, today announced the acquisition of Chimerica Global Logistics, Ltd. (CGL), a logistics service company headquartered in Hong Kong with subsidiary operations in mainland China. The acquisition is another... - January 22, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Jacobson Goes Global, Establishes Jacobson Global Logistics, Ltd. in Hong Kong
Jacobson Companies, a leading 3PL in the United States, today announced that it has established Jacobson Global Logistics, Ltd. (JGL), in Hong Kong. JGL will be the foundation from which Jacobson plans to expand its logistics services in Asia. - January 07, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Sri Lankan Freight Company Considers Expansion
Sri Lankan freight forwarder FPS Lanka is considering setting up offices in the new southern port of Hambantota and in eastern Trincomalee harbour to handle an anticipated influx of cargo flows for post-war reconstruction. - December 31, 2010 - Famous Pacific Shipping
TRG Launches Low-Cost Web-Based HTS Classification Tool for U.S. Importers
TRG Classify™ is an online classification tool that allows you, the importer of record, to classify your good and attain the 6 and 10 digit tariff codes in a few quick and easy steps. To do this, TRG Classify consolidates your general product description by applying the tariff schedule’s “General Rules of Interpretation” to intuitively provide the user with the exact tariff number needed to calculate correct duties. - December 23, 2010 - Trade Risk Guaranty
Container and Pooling Solutions Named a Supply & Demand Chain Executive Green Supply Chain Award Recipient for 2nd Consecutive Year
Container and Pooling Solutions (CAPS) was recently named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s Green Supply Chain Award list for the second consecutive year. - December 22, 2010 - Container and Pooling Solutions
International Trade Innovator, TRG, Goes Live with New Website Design
TRG recently launched a new design for the company’s do-it-yourself International trade website. The fresh new layout drives focus to the company’s efforts to offer U.S. importers a “one-stop-shop.” - December 16, 2010 - Trade Risk Guaranty
3rd Party Service Providers Extend Offerings with Choice Logistics Around the Globe; Akibia, CTDI, and NDI Add SSLs to Support Time Sensitive Contracts
Choice Logistics announces that three of its clients – Akibia, CTDI, and Network Dynamics, Inc. – have added new SSLs (strategic stocking locations) from Choice Logistics’ global network. Each company provides same day and next day support to their high-tech equipment customers. Choice provides the needed logistics infrastructure and systems to help them meet the stringent service level agreements (SLAs) they have in place with their customers. - November 11, 2010 - Choice Logistics
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) Attends 2010 MSU Homecoming Events
On the evening of Friday, October 8, and the early morning of Saturday, October 9, Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) showed up to support the Montana State University Bobcats during their Homecoming festivities. TRG participated in the Homecoming events by distributing Bobcat-themed koozies, blue and gold balloons, and TRG mugs. - November 11, 2010 - Trade Risk Guaranty
FPS Sri Lanka and Bertling Logistics Gear Up in Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, Famous Pacific Shipping Lanka (Pvt) Ltd (FPS Lanka) and Bertling Logistics India (South Asia team) will work together to offer comprehensive point-to-point project logistics solutions from any part of the world to and from Sri Lanka and the Maldives. - November 04, 2010 - Famous Pacific Shipping
Store Opening Solutions Launches New Website
Store Opening Solutions LLC (SOS) of Murfreesboro, Tennessee announced that they have recently launched a newly updated website, www.storeopeningsolutions.com. The website provides current customers a portal to SOS Online, industry information on consolidation, reverse logistics and fixture... - October 29, 2010 - Store Opening Solutions LLC
Davies Turner Sees China Ocean Freight Consol Services Grow Despite Downturn
During the economic difficulties affecting international trade since 2008, Davies Turner has played to its strengths and seen its China-UK consol trade grow despite the hard times facing many in the global supply chain industry. - October 27, 2010 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) Teams Up with the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce to Find Talented Sales Reps
April 2009, Bozeman, Montana, became home to Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG), the leading direct supplier of International Trade products. Over one year later, the company is pushing forward with a local marketing campaign to increase the community’s awareness of TRG and to attract qualified sales representatives. The company expects their new membership with the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce to aid in greater community wide exposure. - October 21, 2010 - Trade Risk Guaranty
The TRG Trade Spotlight Expands Features and Brings Recognition to Customs Bond Holders
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) has improved the company’s International Trade Ezine known as the TRG Trade Spotlight. TRG added many new features to the layout in order to provide a more interactive experience for the readers. - October 09, 2010 - Trade Risk Guaranty
GRSI Launches Revamped Website
Glen Road Systems, Inc. (GRSI) has announced the release of their completely revamped and dynamic website (http://www.grsinc.com). The new site is more user-friendly and provides industry-specific information for potential clients’ needs. GRSI’s comprehensive approach has resulted in a... - October 02, 2010 - Glen Road Systems, Inc.
Google Maps Now Available in the 123Loadboard Mileage and Routing Tool
123Loadboard.com™ (http://www.123loadboard.com), the freight matching service for the trucking industry, has just released an enhancement to their mileage and routing tool. The improvement gives members the ability to also view mileage and routing results using Google Maps. "It's sort... - September 30, 2010 - 123Loadboard.com
123Loadboard.com Celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
123Loadboard.com™ (http://www.123loadboard.com), the freight matching service for the trucking industry, will be celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW) from September 19-25, 2010 and will be giving away 100 Free 1-Year memberships and 1500 3-month promotions. - September 25, 2010 - 123Loadboard.com