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Happening Now: 10 ports closed in wake of Hurricane Milton

Oct 10, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to FreightWaves, ten ports remain closed in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, including two major commercial ports in Florida along the Gulf Coast—Port Tampa Bay and Seaport Manatee. The U.S. Coast Guard has implemented port condition "Zulu," suspending commercial vessel traffic.

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Happening Now: East Coast Port Strike Looms

Sep 30, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to CNBC, trucking and rail operators are rushing to move billions in cargo ahead of a potential strike by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), set to begin after midnight if wage negotiations with port management fail. The strike would impact 14 major U.S. ports, including New York, Savannah, and Houston, with $14 billion in trade arriving just last week.

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What does AIB certification mean for 3PL providers?

Sep 19, 2024 / by Jim Marcoly posted in Food Supply Chain, Food Logistics

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If your company is looking for a food-grade third-party logistics (3PL) provider, there’s a lot of vetting required to make sure it can protect the integrity of your products. From the size and cleanliness of the warehouse to the safety and procedural knowledge of employees, there are telltale signs that distinguish the best food-grade 3PLs from the rest of the pack. One of the most important of these is AIB certification, a food-industry standard that shows a 3PL provider truly walks the walk when it comes to food product safety.

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Rely on a Logistics Culture Match to Find the Best 3PL Partner

Aug 29, 2024 / by Arlene M. Slivka posted in 3PL Outsourcing, Agile 3PL, integrated 3PL services

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Choosing the right logistics provider means more than finding a company that can handle the necessary blocking and tackling for your products. It means finding a partner that aligns with your company’s culture, values, and long-term goals. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of logistics culture when evaluating 3PLs.  

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Happening Now: Panama Canal Authority looks to address droughts

Aug 28, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to FreightWaves, The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) is considering a $1.6 billion Rio Indio reservoir project to address future droughts and enhance the canal's resilience. Following a historic drought, the ACP plans to increase daily transit slots to 36 starting in September, marking a return to higher capacity.

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What to Look for in a Cold Chain 3PL: Ensuring Product Integrity Throughout the Supply Chain

Aug 22, 2024 / by Maurice Joseph posted in Cold Chain Managment, Refrigerated Trucking, Temperature Controlled Warehousing, Drayage

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When it comes to moving temperature-sensitive products through the supply chain, the stakes couldn't be higher. Whether you're shipping foods and beverages, confectionery products or other perishable goods, maintaining the correct temperature throughout your product’s travels is vital. Choosing the right cold chain 3PL to manage these moves can make all the difference. In this article, we’ll examine the cold chain process in detail and tell you what to look for in a 3PL provider.

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Happening Now: FMCSA considers updates to guidance documents

Aug 21, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to FreightWaves, The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking input from motor carriers on whether its guidance documents should be updated or, in some cases, eliminated. A 2015 congressional mandate requires the FMCSA to review its guidance every five years to ensure clarity, consistent enforcement, and ongoing relevance.

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Happening Now: Container volumes set new record at the Port of Los Angeles

Aug 14, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to Container News, the Port of Los Angeles set a new record in July, handling 939,600 TEUs, marking a 37% increase over the previous year and making it the busiest July in the port's 116-year history. This performance puts the Port 18% ahead of its 2023 pace just seven months into 2024.

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Happening Now: Record heat tough on truckers

Aug 12, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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Hauling large amounts of cargo is always challenging, but this summer’s record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather have made it even more difficult for truckers, forcing them into dangerous driving conditions and delaying shipments. According to FreightWaves, the extreme heat has caused major highways in several states to buckle and close, while increased temperatures have led to higher traffic congestion and a surge in car breakdowns, further complicating travel.

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7 Essential Logistics Metrics: Key Performance Indicator (KPIs)

Aug 8, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Logistics Management, Logistics Customer Service, Metrics-KPIs

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Your customers are more data-driven than ever, and your success or failure in the eyes of those customers is partly determined through logistics metrics that measure your performance. It is therefore important that you have a firm handle on your customers’ key performance indicators (KPIs) as well as your ability – or that of your 3PL – to meet or exceed those KPIs.

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