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Happening Now: Guarding Against Cyber Risk is a Key Logistics Focus

Nov 29, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to Inbound Logistics, “about half (51%) of transportation companies worry about the potential for compromise, theft, and/or loss of customer/client records due to theft.” The article then goes into detail about what transportation and logistics companies can do to be better equipped to combat threats.

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Understanding the potential disruption with East Coast imports

Nov 21, 2023 / by Gary Kendle posted in Southern California Ports, West Coast Distribution, Port Logistics, Transportation Strategies, Drayage

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As the negotiations between the West Coast ports and longshoremen dragged on in 2022 and 2023, some companies began redirecting import freight into the East Coast. Since then, however, the ink has been dry for quite a while on a new multi-year West Coast port contract, and there are now negotiations on the East Coast that are causing trepidation among importers. In this article, we’ll look at potential ramifications for East Coast imports and tell you what you can do to avoid disruption to your supply chain.

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Happening Now: Asian Imports Shifting Back to West Coast

Nov 20, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to The Loadstar, the market share of containerized imports from Asia to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach has risen over the last three months – increasing from 42% to 46%. The Ports are currently in the process of scaling up to meet increased demand.

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Happening Now: Air cargo peak season boost not likely

Nov 2, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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Industry experts were hoping to see a late-2023 surge in air cargo demand. According to Air Cargo News, however, that doesn’t appear to be happening. Data shows that demand for air cargo only rose 2% in October as compared to September: a lower increase than many had hoped to see.

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Happening Now: Price is again the main consumer driver

Oct 26, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to an article in Grocery Dive, the priorities of shoppers has changed due to recent price increases related to inflation. New research by Bazaarvoice shows that price is now the main driver in customer purchasing decisions.

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Hazardous Material Storage: Frequently Asked Questions

Oct 26, 2023 / by Bob Lilja posted in Chemical Logistics, Chemical Storage

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If done incorrectly, hazardous material storage of commercial inventory can be extremely dangerous. A single slip up or oversight doesn’t just impact line items on a balance sheet, it puts lives at risk. With the right provider, however, hazmat storage and distribution can be just as safe as the storage of any non-hazmat item.

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Happening Now: Peak Season Outlook

Oct 19, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to Supply Chain Brain, supply chain experts believe that 2023 peak season volumes will be similar to those seen before the pandemic. This involves an October uptick, a drop in November, and then larger volumes in December in January.

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What to Look for in a Pet Food Logistics Provider

Oct 19, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in West Coast Distribution, Warehouse operations, pet food logistics

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For millions of Americans, the term ‘family’ applies to both humans and our four-legged friends. Many pet owners will spare no expense in protecting the good health and longevity of their furry family members. As such, manufacturers of pet foods are tasked not only with producing high-quality products but also ensuring that quality is maintained throughout the supply chain. In this article, we’ll look at the role that pet food logistics providers play in keeping supply chains safe and efficient.

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Happening Now: Panama Canal reduces the maximum number of ships

Oct 5, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to the Associated Press, the Panama Canal recently announced that it will reduce the number of ships allowed to travel the Canal to 31 per day. This is down from 32 per day in August. The reason for this reduction is the ongoing drought that has limited the supply of fresh water available to operate the locks.  

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Happening Now: Industrial Real Estate Market Shows Resilience

Sep 28, 2023 / by Weber Logistics posted in Happening Now

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According to the Wall Street Journal, the amount of available warehouse space remains historically tight. The article details the current industrial real estate landscape, with a variety of graphs charting industry metrics like available space, industrial leasing activity, and retailer inventory-to-sales ratios.

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