4 Августа 2011
DHL launches first direct China – Pakistan LCL service
DHL has launched a direct LCL service from Shanghai to Karachi, making it the first direct LCL service to connect China and Pakistan.
Gregory Distribution acquires Dylan Thomas International
Gregory Distribution has acquired West Wales refrigerated transport business, Dylan Thomas International, for an undisclosed sum.
ODFL launches Vault Logistics
Old Dominion Freight Line is expanding its service offerings with the introduction of Vault Logistics, a neutral third-party provider of supply chain solutions.
3 Августа 2011
DHL boosts profits in Q2
Deutsche Post DHL more than doubled its EBIT in the second quarter of 2011, and tripled its consolidated net profit.
2 Августа 2011
DSV Solutions operates global warehouse for Danone division
DSV Solutions in the Netherlands has been awarded a five-year contract to operate a global distribution hub for Nutricia Advanced Medical Nutrition (NAMN), a division of Danone.
CRST International acquires STI
Iowa-based CRST International has acquired Indiana-based Specialized Transportation, Inc (STI), a provider of customised supply chain solutions for products that require high touch support, special handling and equipment, and value-added on-site services.
1 Августа 2011
GAC USA and Wightman Shipping join forces
GAC USA has formed an alliance with Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based Wightman Shipping. Operating as GAC-Wightman Shipping, the collaboration offers shipping services across North-eastern and Mid-Atlantic ports in Philadelphia, New York and Baltimore.
Industry talking point: Vested Outsourcing
Vested Outsourcing has become an industry talking point. Vested Outsourcing is a 21st century hybrid business model based on research conducted by the University of Tennessee Centre for Executive Education and funded by the US Air Force.
29 Июля 2011
DHL launches New York – Durban LCL service
DHL has launched a new, direct, weekly LCL service from New York City to Durban, South Africa.
Recently awarded / renewed contracts
Swiss WorldCargo and Cargologic extend partnership; DHL extends cooperation with BMW UK in Scotland and Northern England; TBB Global Logistics signs a three-year contract with Burnham Holdings.