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Transportation and logistics trends 2024 In 2024, artificial intelligence firmly established itself as a transformative force in the logistics and transportation industry. With its integration into operations, companies achieved unprecedented levels of efficiency,...

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — By creating technology that reads incoming email then replicates tasks a person would do, global logistics company C.H. Robinson has automated steps across the entire lifecycle of a freight shipment: from giving customers a price quote, to...

The Metro Atlanta Chamber invoked a sense of history and the importance of downtown at its 165th annual meeting Thursday morning. The location, the Georgia Freight Depot, was intentional. The depot opened in 1869, 10 years after the founding of the Atlanta Chamber....

Increase in need for cargo transportation through ships, technological advancements in marine vessel engines, and increase in international seaborne trade drive the global shipbuilding market. ”

Moving freight across borders has become an essential component of modern supply chains, providing significant advantages, like reduced costs, shorter wait times and improved efficiencies. The demand, particularly between the U.S., Mexico and Canada, continues to...

LTL (Less Than Truckload) freight shipping is a popular option for businesses looking to transport smaller loads without needing a full truck. Maximizing efficiency in LTL shipping is crucial for reducing costs and ensuring timely deliveries. Here are some top tips to...

Shipping Companies Warn of Delays, Higher Rates

Infinit-I launches accident prevention & legal defense tools for trucking, helping companies reduce risks, improve safety, & protect against costly settlements.

A market of 50 million people with a longstanding free trade agreement with the U.S. and a growing appetite for engagement with Atlanta, Colombia has never seemed closer to Georgia than today.

Garden City Terminal averages approximately 14,000 truck moves each weekday, or around 7,000 trucks in, 7,000 trucks out, according to the most recent figures from the Georgia Ports Authority.

LeadCoverage, the premier supply chain go-to-market (GTM) consulting group founded in 2019 by supply chain experts Kara Smith Brown and Will Haraway, today announces its inclusion in the Inc. 5000 list for the …

Patty Rasmussen reports, the bustling ports of Savannah and Brunswick, serving ships stacked high with brightly colored containers, are the face of Georgia’s global trade. And thanks to their East Coast location and highly touted efficiencies, the ports were able to...

The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) is now offering heavy equipment manufacturers a new processing and logistics service option in the Savannah area. The port authority noted that the equipment processing facility (EPC) caters to producers of agricultural, …

PalletTrader, the leading online pallet marketplace, recently shared the results from its first quarter 2024 U.S. pallet industry survey. PalletTrader stated, “Despite recent challenges, the survey indicates signs of stabilization and anticipates positive shifts that...

Over his 44 years in the pallet sector, Greg Wine has developed a strong reputation and become one of the most respected suppliers in the industry. But Pallet Machinery Group (PMG) isn’t looking back to the past; the company is looking to the future as it launches the...

Everyone in the tech world is talking about autonomous vehicles from taxis that will drive themselves to self-driving cars for the masses to trucks without professional drivers behind the wheel. And what seemed like something from a futuristic TV show ten years ago,...

In the run-up to the 1984 National Wooden Pallet & Container Association (NWPCA) Leadership Conference, tensions were running high for Virginia Tech’s Pallet Design System (PDS) team. “We were sweating bullets,” recalled Dr. Marshall (Mark) White, the project...

After working for a number of years on a national rule to regulate heat hazards in the workplace, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has just released a proposed heat stress standard to protect workers from indoor and outdoor heat stress. OSHA...

Owners and operators at pallet operations know they need a clear head every day to manage the safety of their operations. Last month, we looked at the risks for pallet operations around wood dust, wood waste, grinders and heat treatments. In this second installment of...

The trucking industry continues to navigate an array of challenges caused by changing market forces as well as regulations. As the sector starts to pull out of a freight recession, business leaders are wondering what is next and what will drive success in the future....

Key Highlights Ordering pallets in bulk can be a cost-effective solution for businesses, but avoiding common mistakes is vital to ensure a smooth process and optimal results. Some critical mistakes to avoid when ordering pallets in bulk include not specifying the...

Key Highlights • Pallet liquidation a great opportunity for small businesses andellers to buy and returned merchandise at discounted prices. • Retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target and Best Buy offer liquidation pallets of their products, providing a wide range of...

Key Highlights Affordable pallet delivery solutions are crucial for warehouses looking to streamline their operations and reduce costs. Efficient pallet transport is important for smooth warehouse management and timely deliveries. When choosing a pallet delivery...

Optimize your warehouse operations with the benefits of using wood pallets. Explore how wood pallets can streamline your processes.

Key Highlights Pallet trucks, both manual and electric, are essential tools for efficient pallet handling. Electric pallet trucks provide the convenience of powered operation, while manual pallet trucks offer a cost-effective solution. When selecting a pallet truck,...