Category: #logistics
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World Robotics 2025 Report Shows Service Robot Boom
The total number of service robots sold for professional use reached almost 200,000 units in 2024, marking a 9% increase. Staff shortages are a key driver for companies to use robots designed for trained professionals. At the same time, the growing elderly population is increasing demand for medical robots. These findings are presented in the…
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How Packaging Prevents Damage in Material Transport
The commercial construction industry operates on razor-thin profit margins where every damaged component, delayed shipment, or replacement order chips away at project profitability. While contractors meticulously plan equipment logistics and material deliveries, many underestimate the critical role packaging plays in protecting their investments during transport. The Hidden Costs of Inadequate Packaging According to the National…
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The Role and Importance of Bulk Trucks in Modern Logistics
Also referred to as dry bulk trucks or pneumatic tankers, bulk trucks are an important part of transport and logistics. The specialized vehicles keep up with large amounts of dry, runny material like cement, flour, sand, plastic pellets and grains and transport them efficiently and securely. In comparison to the classical freight trucks, bulk trucks…
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Why Stillage Matters in Protecting High-Value Inventory
Let’s be honest, managing a warehouse full of high-value inventory can be a nerve-wracking job. Whether you’re dealing with delicate electronics, heavy machinery parts, or specialised equipment, the stakes are incredibly high. A single mistake doesn’t just lead to a bit of lost stock; it can mean thousands of dollars down the drain, project delays,…
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Third-Party Logistics: Streamlining Supply Chain Efficiency
In today’s fast-moving and competitive business world, efficiency is a must—not just a nice-to-have. Companies that want to grow, cut costs, and stay reliable need to rethink how they manage logistics. That is where third-party logistics providers come in. These experts help streamline your supply chain, minimize delays, remove unnecessary steps, and offer smooth warehousing…
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Crowley Appoints VP of Commercial for Land Transportation
Crowley has named Gunnar Moriarty as vice president of commercial operations for its Land Transportation business unit, focused on advancing the company’s inland end-to-end trucking and intermodal solutions across North America. With nearly two decades of experience across the transportation and logistics sectors, Moriarty is leading the strategic business growth of Crowley’s trucking and brokerage…
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AHF Products Uses U.S. Manufacturing for Reliable Flooring
As the global trade landscape remains unpredictable, AHF Products offers a reliable solution for customers seeking timely, competitively priced flooring. With 11 manufacturing facilities across the U.S., the company is strategically positioned to serve residential and commercial clients, ensuring that many products are in stock and ready for fast shipping. This robust domestic manufacturing network…
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The Comprehensive Guide to Rail Freight: Modern Transportation’s Backbone
In an era of rapid globalization and increasing demand for efficient logistics solutions, rail freight has emerged as a vital component within the transportation industry. Its ability to move large volumes of goods over long distances makes it crucial for intercontinental trade as well as domestic supply chains. This blog post aims to provide an…
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The Comprehensive Guide to Rail Freight: Modern Transportation’s Backbone
In an era of rapid globalization and increasing demand for efficient logistics solutions, rail freight has emerged as a vital component within the transportation industry. Its ability to move large volumes of goods over long distances makes it crucial for intercontinental trade as well as domestic supply chains. This blog post aims to provide an…