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Gardner DC Sees Major Sustainability Benefits

May 9, 2012

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Coleman Company Inc., the American company specializing in outdoor recreation products, is no stranger to green initiatives. The company believes strongly in the conservation of the outdoors and is actively involved in several organizations sharing their ideals.

Supply Chain Watch

Univar Selects Transplace

May 8, 2012

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Industrial and specialty chemicals distributor Univar has selected Transplace to provide transportation management technology and related services. “Univar provides a global network that delivers the chemical products and industry-focused services that our customers need,” said Rick DeVore, director of transportation planning and logistics, Univar.

Cat Logistics Expands Mexico Parts Network

April 9, 2012

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Cat Logistics announced its sixth new parts distribution center slated for opening in mid 2013 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico.

Schenker to Operate Ontario Reefer Warehouse

April 3, 2012

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New distribution center in Puslinch Township, Southwestern Ontario established.

Amazon.com to Open New Facility in Indiana

March 28, 2012

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By 2015, the new distribution center is expected to lead to the creation of 1,050 new jobs as well as approximately $150 million in investment in Indiana.

Averitt Launches New Business Unit Targeting Retail Distribution

February 14, 2012

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Averitt Express is launching a new business unit designed to target retailers in need of distribution services, providing flow-through, along with customized delivery services catering to the unique requirements of retailers.

Port of Quincy Intermodal Terminal Officially Listed on BNSF Railway's New National Rail Intermodal Map

February 10, 2012

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BNSF Railway's listing of the Port of Quincy on its new national intermodal map shows that it is becoming an important rail intermodal cargo handling facility in the Pacific Northwest.

SUPPLY CHAIN WATCH

DB Schenker Couples with Estes Express Lines

January 31, 2012

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DB Schenker http://www.dbschenker.com is pursuing a strategic relationship with Estes http://www.estes-express.com, a full-service North American transportation solutions provider.

AZ Goes Green

January 6, 2012

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AZ, a provider of transportation, fulfillment, and distribution services based in New Jersey, has announced that, in the interest of protecting the environment, it will begin to use a lashing system that is designed with polyester Cordstraps, rather than lumber, as it acquires and secures exports and cargo loads.

UPS Agrees to Acquire Italian Pharma Company Pieffe Group

December 2, 2011

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UPS has recently announced an agreement to purchase Italy-based Pieffe Group. This acquisition supports UPS’s ongoing global healthcare strategy, which has seen the company make investments to better serve its growing customer base in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries.

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5/6/12

Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Atlanta, GA

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Contact: Ellen Pendola

Over 1,100 attendees are expected to participate in the WERC Annual Conference and WIRE Event. Key decision-makers from all parts of the warehousing, distribution and logistics management world including manufacturing, wholesalers, 3PLs, consultants, educators, government and retail will be on hand to experience and enjoy 4 days of learning, networking and fun. Read More

MODEX 2012

2/6/12

Georgia World Congress Center

Atlanta, GA

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Contact: Carol Miller

MODEX 2012 is the industry's newest expo for the manufacturing, distribution and supply chain industries. MODEX 2012 will feature the best solutions and innovations the industry has to offer. Read More

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Supply chain visibility is an appealing yet elusive capability for most companies. While most recognize the significant benefits that would accrue from comprehensive visibility, few have made it a reality across their global operations. Part of the problem companies seem to have in embracing and implementing visibility is the lack of a comprehensive definition or firm understanding of the transformational potential. In this podcast, World Trade and GT Nexus will discuss the definitions and opportunities as well as how new cloud technology platforms are driving significant value to major companies today.

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