Mary O'Connell

Former pricing analyst, supply chain planner, and broker/dispatcher turned creator of the newsletter and podcast Check Call. Which gives insights into the world around 3PLs and Freight brokers. She will talk your ear off about anything and everything if you let her. Expertise in operations, LTL pricing and procurement, flatbed operations, dry van, tracking and tracing, reality tv shows and how to turn a stranger into your new best friend.
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27 August
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DHL expands Asia Pacific cold chain network with dual-certified facility in Malaysia

DHL strengthens Asia Pacific cold chain logistics with new KLIA facility, boosting pharmaceutical transport capabilities.

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Cold Chain Technologies expands Asia Pacific presence in cold chain logistics

Cold Chain Logistics expands in APAC, boosting temperature-controlled logistics across the Asia Pacific region.

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26 August
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AI startup Nauta secures $7M to streamline global logistics for importers

Nauta’s AI logistics platform revolutionizes global trade, securing $7M to streamline importer operations efficiently.

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25 August
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Nagel Companies completes merger with Kandel Transport

Nagle Companies’ acquisition of Kandel Transport boosts cold chain logistics, enhancing cross-border operations and expanding market reach.

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22 August
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Tech Roundup: Organizations plan to double down on AI Investment

AI adoption and supply chain traceability, highlighting the impact and future potential.

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21 August
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Polar King’s New PKM620 Refrigerated Trailer Debuts

Discover Polar King’s PKM620, the largest mobile cold storage trailer, offering unmatched capacity and energy efficiency.

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Why Agile Cold Storage’s Vernon buy highlights California’s industry boom

California cold storage growth reshapes logistics, highlighting demand for modern facilities.

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20 August
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Highway secures investment for carrier fraud platform

Highway lands major investment for Carrier Identity platform to tackle fraud in the freight industry efficiently.

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Loop and Data2Logistics merge to unlock profit in the supply chain

Loop merges with Data2Logistics to revolutionize supply chain data management, enhancing visibility and efficiency.

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Overhaul hauls in $105 million of Series C funding

Funding heavy on AI applications and innovation for enterprise-level solutions.

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19 August
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Blue Yonder acquires Optoro to streamline returns

Returns have become one of the most difficult and expensive parts of modern retail logistics.

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Envirotainer invests in Swiss Airtainer to drive sustainable innovation in pharmaceutical cold chain

This partnership offers a preview of the future: smarter containers that integrate renewable energy, digital visibility, and lightweight design into one solution.

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Overhaul Strengthens Supply Chain Transparency with FreightVerify Deal

This acquisition promises to bridge the gap between merely tracking shipments and understanding the broader impacts of those shipments on inventory and customer experiences.

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15 August
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Tech Ropundup: Ocean freight gets real-time container visibility upgrades

Explore FreightTech advancements in ocean freight visibility, AI in energy management, and responsible AI governance.

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13 August
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DoKaSch Temperature Solutions opens new service station in Atlanta

DoKaSch’s Opticooler containers are known for their high-performance temperature control

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12 August
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GoodShip raises $25 million in Series B funding round

GoodShip is expanding its team and operations, establishing a new headquarters in Bellevue.

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08 August
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Tech Roundup: Cold chain welcomes on-demand expedited freight bookings

Combating fraud and making cold chain more accessible make up the tech roundup of the week.

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