e-commerce
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American Shipper
E-commerce gives ship to shore new meaning
JAXPORT is there to help as consumers shift from a shop-till-you-drop mentality to a shop-till-it-drops reality.
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Company earnings
Commentary: Think 2020 is weird so far? Buckle up for Q4
Demand is reducing inventories while sales remain strong, leaving no cushion before sales ramp up as they do in November and December.
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News
Commentary: Building a return management strategy for this holiday season
Putting together a comprehensive and effective returns strategy should not be harrowing. While the number of variables, data points, and potential curve balls can seem…
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Logistics
Torch Logistics closes pre-seed funding round, further fueling digital brokerage boon
Torch’s technology creates an experience tailored to the needs of shipments under 550 miles.
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Air Cargo
Alibaba taps Atlas Air for parcel airlift to South America
Alibaba is taking on Amazon around the world. Its latest move is in South America, with a new dedicated air service to speed up shipments.
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Air Cargo
DHL hires MasAir Cargo to shave day from Asia-Mexico transit
Mexican all-cargo carrier MasAir is operating multiday service each week from Los Angeles to Mexico for DHL Express.
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Last Mile
As e-commerce soars, logistics real estate in Texas is hot
Increased e-commerce sales are driving the need for additional industrial warehouse space for retailers and shipping companies.
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Air Cargo
Commentary: Cargo keeps Alaska’s skies very busy
Air cargo traffic keeps Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in the same league as FedEx’s and UPS’ super-hubs.
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News
Real Estate Roundup: Warehouse and distribution demand soars; so does community opposition
A Pennsylvania developer successfully persuaded local elected officials to approve zoning changes for a new industrial park, despite residents’ complaints. It’s one of several examples…
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FreightWaves LIVE: Events Podcast
Distribution facilities must increasingly be near end consumers: Prologis VP (with video)
FreightWaves’ JT Engstrom talked e-commerce logistics with Prologis’ Melinda McLaughlin during the FreightWaves Future of Logistics Real Estate Summit on Tuesday.
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