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Hiring a third-party logistics (3PL) provider is a strategic approach for businesses to increase their capacity without expanding their overhead. This engagement, which some might view as transactional, is actually an exercise in relationship building. Businesses that hire 3PL providers…
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On May 1st, CN (Canadian National Railway) and CPKC (Canadian Pacific Kansas City) rail workers voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike as soon as May 22nd if they are unable to reach new agreements around higher wages and better scheduling,…
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As the first quarter of 2024 comes to an end, here are some observations over the past few months as well as predictions about the trucking and transportation landscape looking forward: 1. Market Normalization: Experts anticipate that 2024 will be…
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Following the recent Baltimore Bridge collapse and subsequent port closures, we want to keep our customers informed about the situation and potential impacts on our supply chain in the coming months. Impact Assessment & Bridge Rebuilding Timeline Passage to and…
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A growing coalition of 47 countries, including key players like the European Union, Canada, Japan, and various Pacific Island nations, is championing the introduction of a carbon levy on the international shipping sector’s emissions. This movement represents a notable uptick…
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The global logistics outlook indicates a lingering crisis mode, requiring adaptation to the new normal of accelerated global disruptions, be it environmental or geopolitical. Industry executives told the Journal of Commerce’s TPM24 conference earlier this week that shippers should be…
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Mexico Surpasses China as Top US Trade Partner New data released earlier this month by the Commerce Department shows that Mexico has surpassed China as the Top US trade partner. In 2023, Mexico became the leading source of goods imported…
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Transportation prices have grown for the first time in 19 months, with the Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI) rising to 55.6 in January, indicating overall expansion. The increase is attributed to heightened inventory restocking by retailers after a busy holiday season,…
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Legacy Supply Chain partners with SmartWay as a Carrier Partner to promote sustainable logistics by reducing air pollution & measuring environmental impact. FRANKLIN, IN, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Legacy Supply Chain, an omni-channel North American third-party logistics…
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As part of our commitment to keeping you informed, we wanted to share the latest developments in the international freight landscape, particularly regarding preventive measures being taken in the Red Sea. In response to rising security concerns in the Suez Canal,…
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6 Cornerstones to a Successful 3PL-Customer Relationship
Hiring a third-party logistics (3PL) provider is a strategic approach for businesses to increase their capacity without expanding their...
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Canadian Rail Strike? – What We Know So Far
On May 1st, CN (Canadian National Railway) and CPKC (Canadian Pacific Kansas City) rail workers voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike...
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2024 Q1 Freight Landscape: Trends, Challenges, and Predictions
As the first quarter of 2024 comes to an end, here are some observations over the past few months as well as predictions about the trucking...
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