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DHL research released Thursday provides insights for “e-tailers that wish to lead on environmental issues,” said Greg Hewitt, CEO at DHL Express USA.

Having proved it could achieve 100% offsetting of CO2 emissions from Expedited Max in 2020, DHL eCommerce Solutions is officially declaring its service with the highest carbon footprint as carbon-neutral moving forward.

Air Transport Services Group is riding the e-commerce wave. It’s expanding its fleet to meet demand from Amazon and other customers.

The Maersk Eureka is 650 miles off the coast of Alaska awaiting repairs

The new rules approved by the NLRB could be overturned by the Biden administration but only after a formal rulemaking.

Vaccine distribution is an inherently complex process. The process is further complicated by this specific vaccine’s short shelf life.

The store’s opening is part of DHL unit’s focus on contactless transactions, social distancing, it says.

Six cases of at-sea container losses have been reported in less than three months.

Preeti Pande, the hydrogen solution provider’s chief marketing officer, comes with extensive fuel cell industry experience and a Ph.D.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, UPS’ blowout Q4; Mayor Pete gets a new job; and Forward Air is raising prices.

DHL Global Forwarding recently launched a new bulk liquid transporter system of flexitanks called DHL Reefertanks.

Dooner and The Dude discuss President Biden’s executive orders, circular economies and moving to sustainability on this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Freight giant DHL will permanently close its Baytown, Texas, facility and lay off 97 workers by May 31.

Kevin Hill and Michael Vincent discuss how trailer sales, retail sales and warehouse inventory levels are still high to start the year.

Deutsche Post DHL’s Express and E-Commerce units report strong numbers.

DHL Supply Chain experts share how the company has adapted its sustainability efforts due to the COVID-19 pandemic and offer sustainability tips for businesses.

As e-commerce continues to surge, consumers are demanding more sustainable practices throughout the supply chain. Reusable packaging solutions and strategic container designs are emerging.

The Teamsters union has patched things up with one of Amazon’s main air transport providers. Talks remain stalled with the other cargo airline.

Distribution of coronavirus vaccines isn’t limited to FedEx and UPS. Many freight transportation and logistics companies are already playing a large role in the global immunization campaign.

Dooner and The Dude learn how carrier DHL will fit into the commercial space world DHL is one of the largest logistics companies on Earth, and it aims to take its presence into space as well.  Justin Baird is the vice president and head of innovation for the DHL Asia-Pacific sector. He joined Dooner and […]

Surviving cargo that was bound for the U.S. now is headed back to Asia.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, spot rates could be heading higher yet again. Plus, truckload carriers wonder if we are in peak season or a new normal; and a Texas group tackles tort reform.

The room is part of a $650,000 upgrade of the unit’s San Juan complex.

Fallout within the food and beverage supply chain from COVID-19 continues and it’s unclear when, if ever, it may return to normal.

Gains come as the shipping giant braces for peak-season impact.

Amazon has ambitions to expand its air network internationally, and now has its own airport sort center in Europe.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, trucking has plenty at stake in the upcoming election; ATA says it must win its legal fight over Rhode Island truck-only tolls; and a pilot program for under-21-year-old military CDL holders is struggling to find participants.

Second such US facility follows July pop-up launch in Maryland.

Mesa Airlines and DHL reach a big cargo milestone.

21 Air is a small cargo airline that wants to expand but can’t afford new aircraft. So it’s acting as a sales agent and partnering with others to get more freight business when shippers are desperate for airlift.

Shipping, logistics giant expects very strong peak season.

Company takes action to maintain service levels to existing customers.

The U.S. government is coordinating with the private sector how to quickly deliver a COVID-19 vaccine, but under one scenario officials are contemplating the military could deploy giant cargo planes to carry refrigerated trucks full of vaccines.

Autonomous trucking software developer Ike announced a partnership to deploy level 4 driverless trucks.

Whether or not President Donald Trump’s optimism about an October surprise comes to fruition, there could be an approved coronavirus vaccine next year. A giant flotilla of all-cargo planes will be deployed to deliver the medicine around the world, but airlines are already short of capacity and there isn’t yet enough refrigerated infrastructure to safely store that much vaccine. Airlines are issuing a call to action.

Driverless trucking startup Ike is lining up Ryder System, DHL and NFI Industries to test trucks equipped with its hardware and software.

Mesa Airlines flies small regional jets on small routes for mainline carriers. Now it’s stepping up a size to the Boeing 737 so it can haul cargo for DHL. Find out how they are getting ready for the new era of cargo.

Deutsche Post DHL saw a significant rise in e-commerce activity during the second quarter due to continued COVID-19 travel restrictions and retail store closures.

FHWA has awarded a contract for a platooning study, Schneider could be looking at an acquisition and UPS has an earnings surprise.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlines a coordinated effort to expedite the deployment of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty trucks.

Deutsche Post DHL said preliminary second-quarter profits, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, have it less worried about the rest of the year.

Excerpt: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, transport and logistics giant DHL is enhancing its time-definite less-than-containerload sea freight delivery service.

The global air cargo carrier has tasked Israel Aerospace Industries with converting the planes to all-cargo configuration.

Roundup comprises elections and selections by Atlas Air, Elemica, Georgia Ports Authority, Hapag-Lloyd, NCBFAA and VeriShip.

FedEx reported to be exploring alternative growth path in Europe through stake in German parcel company Hermes.

Interest is rising in Workhorse’s electric truck-based drone delivery system as the company seeks $40 million credit line to scale production.

There are more ways to help businesses struggling during the coronavirus crisis than loans and direct payments. The Australian government has operationalized an international airfreight support program to restore supply chains for perishables that were broken by the pandemic, threatening to kill business for many exporters.

The global logistics giant said its Q1 profits among its five business divisions suffered from the coronavirus upheaval.

U.S. logistics real estate operator announces it has reached the 100 million euro cap for its European logistics fund.

Deutsche Post World has lowered its guidance for the year and cited Amazon’s continuing insourcing of logistics as a major reason. Plus, Goldman Sachs is predicting a 5% contraction in the economy, labor shortages could hamper restocking of shelves, and the Fed slashes interest rates.

Workhorse said its electric delivery van will enter production in the next few weeks, with various configurations and sizes to be offered eventually.

DHL has decided to close its StreetScooter electric vehicle business, plus household income rises, aluminum plant likely to close, and why Americans will love self-driving trucks.

DHL has issued layoff notices for 134 workers in Detroit as it seeks to renegotiate a contract with a supplier. Also, Amazon ditches delivery providers, rail and intermodal volumes drops.

The coronavirus could present a silver lining for freighter operators, but any boost in business may be weeks or months away, depending on how long the contagion lasts.

The loss of a DHL contract has led to a New York carrier issuing layoff notices to 48 employees.

A trade war truce is not stopping multinationals from exploring alternative sourcing options to China, but moving supply chains is difficult, says expert.

Darren Prokop writes about foreign trade zones and their impact on imports, exports and the economy.

East Midlands Airport is adding an experienced air cargo manager to head cargo operations during a period of expansion.

Airport has ambitious China plans

The new center at Cologne-Bonn Airport will help meet rising demand for express e-commerce shipments.

The new 40,000-square-meter center is the size of five football fields and has a sorting capacity of 50,000 shipments per hour.

Latvian airport to double cargo handling capacity

Transit times of 10-12 days are promised on the new service from DHL Global Forwarding.

We are regularly enhancing and improving SONAR to meet the needs of the ever-changing freight market and the needs of our customers. To help keep SONAR users informed, we deliver a brief recap of newly released data sets, market indices, and product feature improvements in our This Week in SONAR series. Daily Estimated Miles Driven  […]

Investment will fund a new facility at DHL Express gateway at Hamilton International Airport to accommodate growing volumes.

UPS expands drone operations, healthcare and e-commerce services

The transfer of production out of China to avoid U.S. tariffs of up to 25% is having a tangible impact on global trade flows.

Swedish retailer opened a facility near Toronto to accommodate growing volumes of final-mile deliveries to region’s fast-growing suburbs.

DP DHL open s innovation center for Americas, the third center in its global network

DHL Supply Chain partners with load-matching platform Convoy, becoming the first 3PL to do so

Pilot eLCV projects are planned in the U.S. next year with local production a long-term aim.

Deutsche Post DHL posts single-digit revenue, profit gains, lifts low end of full-year earnings view

For the first time, Workhorse Group is tying the possibility of a huge contract with the U.S. Postal Service to the acquisition of General Motors Lordstown, Ohio assembly complex.

The saga of the closed General Motors Lordstown plant continued with Vice President Mike Pence erroneously declaring that Workhorse Group Inc. had secured funding to buy the plant.

Market expert Jesse Cohen writes about the fascinating movement of cars around the world via air cargo.

Alibaba re-arranges the US B2B e-commerce landscape by opening its platform to US sellers

DHL is planning to provide customers with exact delivery times through email and then follow up with another alert 15 minutes before the package reaches a customer’s doorstep.

Paul Tessy will oversee Canadian firm’s international segment as it looks to expand reach in the U.S.

Atlas Air has won an injunction ordering pilots that have been staging sickouts and delays to stop the practice.

Logistics has been the key to sustaining the 10-year economic recovery. Amazon is gaining strength in self-handling though not 48 percent. FedEx’s Smith pledges there are no “sacred cows” at the company

DHL Supply plans a 40% expansion of its US healthcare and life sciences footprint

Lufthansa Cargo forms dedicated unit to capitalize on cross-border e-commerce

FedEx and Amazon part ways on US air services with both probably the better off for it

Learn how existing and future technologies will continue the evolution of supply chains, transportation and warehousing.

Military members under the age of 21 can now apply for inclusion in an FMCSA pilot program for younger drivers.

FedEx says it will launch year-round Sunday deliveries next January, and will siphon off all of its business tendered to the US Postal Service

Saudi Arabia Customs successfully transported a container to the Port of Rotterdam using blockchain for the packing list and commercial documents.

Good day, Truck makers have been insisting that medium-duty truck owners are starting to look for the same type of data analytics and remote diagnostic capabilities that long-haul operators have become accustomed to in recent years. Kenworth is the latest manufacturer to heed that call, announcing that its TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics is now an option […]

Freighter aircraft deployments and additional business handled for the U.S. Department of Defense helped raise first quarter earnings and revenue by double-digits for cargo aircraft leasing company Air Transport Services Group (NASDAQ: ATSG). Wilmington, Ohio-based ATSG reported earnings from continuing operations of $26 million in the first quarter of 2019, up 26 percent over the […]

Competitors agree on need to collaborate on common standards during Blockchain Revolution Global conference.

DHL unit to enter a big auto supply chain business at Charleston.

Will cyberattack remain a drag on the company?

Onfleet won the first annual RTech supply chain innovation award for its online dashboard application. The application’s software assists businesses to manage in-house deliveries, as well as managing outsourced last-mile deliveries.

DHL showcased its Resilience360 platform at the 2019 LINK Conference in Orlando

The U.S. Postal Service has been turning in losses every year, and a White House task force has asked the USPS to look at franchising the mailbox to prop up the declining margins.

Global trade body recognizes that old rules don’t apply.

Top supply chain trends and Rhode Island collects more in toll revenue than it expected, plus the growing scooter logistics sector and more container checks.

FedEx started with Flying Cargo in 1990.

DHL’s advent into warehouse automation; India struggles with air pollution as coal consumption increases; WTI rates in danger of falling further.

The numbers from the Black Friday-Cyber Monday period are seen as supporting the company’s projections of a 17% increase