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NRS launches Vendor Direct Logistics service for China – US trade

National Retail Systems (NRS) will leverage its joint venture with Sinotrans to provide vendor-controlled inventory management solutions from factory to store.

(Feb 24, 2010)

Hi-tech industry looks to supply chain to renew profitability in 2010

According to a new eyefortransport report, supply chain executives at hi-tech companies will face increased pressure to reduce costs as hi-tech manufacturers look to supply chain initiatives to boost profitability during the economic revival.

(Feb 23, 2010)

ICHCA International investigates shipper responsibilities

ICHCA is taking a closer look at shipper responsibilities, particularly the accuracy of information provided by shippers in terms of consignment weight and contents.

(Feb 22, 2010)

Drewry publishes carriers’ financial stress index

A new report from Drewry Shipping Consultants reveals that only two of the carriers tracked in the financial stress index are operating above the "distress zone".

(Feb 2, 2010)

Top execs from leading hi-tech & electronics manufacturers to speak at 4th Hi-Tech & Electronics Supply Chain Summit

Senior supply chain executives from HP, LG, Cisco, Alcatel-Lucent, Microsoft, National Instruments and Tandberg have all confirmed to speak at the 4th Hi-Tech & Electronics Supply Chain Summit, taking place in Amsterdam on May 26 - 27, 2010.

(Jan 21, 2010)

FedEx research reveals new opportunities for Asia’s SMEs

According to new report commissioned by FedEx, a new trade landscape is emerging for Asia-based SMEs, with trade opportunities increasingly linked to the booming demand from China's domestic market as the region moves from financial crisis towards economic recovery.

(Jan 20, 2010)

TAPA reports record membership growth in EMEA region

With the economic downturn impacting businesses all over the world, one activity that really shouldn't be allowed to erode profits further is cargo crime.

(Oct 22, 2009)

Mixed reviews for Rotterdam Rules

With sixteen countries having signed up to the new UN Convention and four to go in order for the Rotterdam Rules to carry any weight, a few dissenters have announced their refusal to sign. Sharon Gill looks at who's dissing what ...

(Sep 28, 2009)

Shippers should be wary of customised solutions, says Shippers’ Voice

Shippers should think twice before developing a dedicated software solution with their logistics provider, according to a new Shippers' Voice Opinion, Policy & Insight Paper - Keeping your options open through a collaborative IT approach.

(Jun 22, 2009)

UPS survey reveals biggest pharma supply chain headaches

According to a new UPS survey, the healthcare industry is feeling the pinch as companies try to ensure supply chain security and comply with increasing regulations whilst keeping costs under control.

(Jun 16, 2009)