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Happening Now: Signs of Transportation Market Tightening

Jun 5, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to Trucking Dive, the transportation market is experiencing a “rightsizing.” 2024 is seeing about the same number of new trucking companies enter the market as there were last year. Overall, however, there are more trucking companies shutting down than there are entering the industry.

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Recent Case Studies Highlight Weber’s Retail Logistics Expertise

May 30, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in 3PL, 3PL Outsourcing, Fulfillment B2C, retail, Distribution, integrated 3PL services

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Weber Logistics continues to demonstrate excellence in retail logistics through its partnerships with leading brands. Weber’s work with Cuisinart Outdoors and Reduce Everyday illustrate how 3PL services are tailored to meet their diverse needs of clients, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and superior customer satisfaction.

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Happening Now: Container shortages in China are creating ‘total havoc’

May 25, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to The Loadstar, forwarders are reporting that there are container shortages in northern China. This is primarily due to a strong market and lower vessel capacity related to events in the Red Sea.

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Happening Now: Shift of Cargo to West Coast Gains Momentum

May 24, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to Supply Chain Dive, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka recently estimated that 2%-5% of shippers’ cargo has moved back from the East Coast to the West Coast. More cargo is expected to follow, especially if East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations break down over the summer.

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Happening Now: A sharp spike in container shipping demand

May 23, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to the JOC, the container shipping market has experienced an unexpected sharp spike in demand, which seems to be an early start to the peak season. This early rush may be driven by shippers' fears of disruptions from labor negotiations on the US East Coast, or due to rerouting services around Africa.

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Happening Now: Supply Chain Prominence Brings Greater Scrutiny

May 17, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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As the role of supply chains has become more prominent in organizational strategy, their leaders are now more integral to and influential within the C-suite. According to Supply Chain Management Review, however, this increased importance has led to greater scrutiny in several areas, including spending, customer experience, and regulatory compliance.

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More than a Warehouse: What Food Logistics Companies Can Offer

May 16, 2024 / by Jim Marcoly posted in Shared Warehousing, west coast warehouses, Food Supply Chain, 3PL Outsourcing, Temperature Controlled Warehousing, Food Logistics, food and beverage

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Warehousing for food and beverage products entails much more than simple storage. These facilities perform critical supply chain steps that keep products safe and preserve their integrity as they make their way to your customers. In this article, we identify five key abilities to look for in food logistics companies that handle warehouse distribution for your products.

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Happening Now: US Cargo Imports Continue to Rise

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

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According to DC Velocity, cargo imports into the US are expected to climb to over 2 million units in May. This would be the first time since last fall that imports reach that mark.

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The Guide to Choosing a Temperature-Controlled Transportation Provider

Apr 30, 2024 / by Gary Kendle posted in Cold Chain Managment, Refrigerated Trucking, Temperature Controlled Warehousing, Food Logistics, Confectionery Logistics, chemical trucking, food and beverage

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In the intricate world of temperature-controlled trucking, selecting the right provider is the key to ensuring the safety and quality of your products during transit. In this article, we cover 5 critical items to consider when choosing transportation providers for your temperature-sensitive logistics needs.

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Happening Now: Tracking Maritime Cargo Trends

Apr 25, 2024 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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Supply Chain Dive has developed a new cargo tracker on its website where users can track cargo activity at US ports and read the latest port-related articles. Recent additions to the page, for example, show that March cargo volumes increased 8% in Long Beach YOY and 19% in Los Angeles YOY.

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