Logistics management: third party logistics - Articles - Page 4

Five Steps for 3PLs to Take to Become a Strategic Partner

October 9, 2015

Robert Carver, Director of Sales, Dynaman WMS, IBS

3PLs are much more than an outsourced logistics execution channel today: They're assuming larger contracts, more complex projects and increased authority as trusted advisors to companies navigating the omni-channel landscape. But with greater responsibility comes greater expectations all around - and it's up to 3PLs to rise to the occasion.

Transplace Acquires M33 Integrated

October 8, 2015

Transplace

Transplace, a provider of transportation-management services and logistics technology, has acquired M33 Integrated, a third-party logistics provider with an emphasis on the packaging, chemical and advanced materials sectors.

New APICS Program Certifies Knowledge of Best Practices in Logistics, Transportation, Distribution

October 8, 2015

APICS

APICS has introduced the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) designation, which is intended to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a broad range of content areas.

Tighter Shipper-3PL Relationships Required, Study Mandates

October 2, 2015

Capgemini Consulting

Labor shortages coupled with an increasingly competitive landscape are driving the need for service innovation and enhanced shipper and 3PL provider relationships, according to the 20th Annual Third Party (3PL) Logistics Study from Capgemini Consulting, Penn State University, Penske Logistics and Korn/Ferry International.

3PL CEOs Like Where Their Companies Are Headed and Their Revenue Opportunities, Study Finds

October 1, 2015

Penske Logistics

CEOs of third-party logistics services providers are confident about the current state and future revenue growth potential of both their companies and the regional 3PL industries.

CEVA Logistics Launches Tracking App in Brazil

September 23, 2015

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Logistics has launched Orion Mobility, part of the Orion TMS (transportation-management system), for the ground-transport market in Brazil.

Transplace Expands Clout in Packaging, Chemicals with Acquisition of M33 Integrated

September 23, 2015

Transplace

Transplace, a provider of transportation management services and logistics technology, has acquired M33 Integrated, a third-party logistics provider with strength in the packaging, chemical and advanced materials sectors.

CaroTrans Launches Direct, LCL Service From India to U.S.

September 17, 2015

CaroTrans International

CaroTrans International, a non-vessel operating common carrier, has inaugurated a direct less-than-containerload (LCL) import service from Nhava Sheva, India to the Port of Charleston, S.C.

CEVA Launches Weekly LCL Service From Singapore to New York

September 15, 2015

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Logistics has launched a weekly less-than-containerload (LCL) service from Singapore to New York.

XPO Logistics Agrees to Acquire Con-way Inc.

September 14, 2015

XPO Logistics Inc.

XPO Logistics Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire Con-way Inc., the Fortune 500 provider of less-than-truckload and full truckload transportation, contract logistics and truck brokerage.