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DB Schenker implements driverless forklift truck

DB Schenker has introduced the regular operation of an autonomous forklift truck, following successful completion of a pilot project. The transport system of the Austrian supplier AGILOX transports empty containers over a distance of around 150 meters at the Eching site near Munich. This is done completely without the intervention of a warehouse associate. Previously, this operation was carried out with conventional forklift trucks. Xavier Garijo, Member of the Board for ... [+]

SEKO Logistics, Air & Ground World Transport form partnership

SEKO Logistics and Air & Ground World Transport (AGWorld) have signed a strategic partnership to create new cross-border growth opportunities for shippers doing business between Asia and the United States as global trade disputes accelerate demand for broader geographic supply chain solutions. ... [+]

Strengthening innovation together: New partnership between DB Schenker and Plug and Play

Strengthening innovation together: New partnership between DB Schenker and Plug and Play DB Schenker has entered a partnership with start-up accelerator Plug and Play. Since January 2020, DB Schenker is a so-called Anchor Partner in the field of “Supply Chain & Logistics” at Plug and Play’s ... [+]

HERE launches HERE Last Mile to remove uncertainty in urban delivery

The last mile is not only the most expensive part of the supply chain, it is also a key element of the booming e-commerce market that is seeing a rising demand for home deliveries while having to deal with an increasing shortage of drivers. Customers ... [+]

SEKO Logistics stays on the acquisition trail; purchases Air-City, Inc.

SEKO Logistics has completed its largest-ever acquisition with the purchase of New York-based freight forwarder and cross-border ecommerce experts, Air-City, Inc. Similar to the purchase of GoodShip International Inc., which added depth and expertise to SEKO’s corporate gateway operation in Chicago, Air-City will immediately ... [+]

Saudi launched SAL for handling, logistics services at Saudi airport

On 16 Dec. 16, 2019, Saudi Arabian Airlines launched the Saudi Arabian Logistics (SAL) Co., the new independent entity within the Saudia Group which will act as the main cargo gate and ground handling and logistics services hub across the Saudi airports. The launch was ... [+]

DB Schenker opens strategically-located warehouse in Stabio, Switzerland

DB Schenker has opened a cutting-edge warehouse strategically located in Stabio, southern Switzerland. The new branch boasts several accreditations and a flexible and dynamic structure ideal for handling different products. “The location of the warehouse, paired with its cutting-edge technology, enables DB Schenker to offer ... [+]

ABC Cargo Airlines and DB Schenker Collaborate to Win 3rd Stage of Cargo IQ Q-Rally Challenge

AirBridgeCargo Airlines and DB Schenker collaborated to win the latest stage of the Cargo iQ Q-Rally challenge after improving the data quality of shipment reports from Russia to Schengen Agreement countries. The Q-Rally is an initiative to encourage Cargo iQ members to work together with ... [+]

Europe’s biggest e-logistic park with over 700,000 sqm of warehouses.

E-commerce confirms its vitality in Europe by marking its switch to a new market trend requiring today’s companies to adapt their long-term strategy to reach this promising growing market. According to the latest report published by the European Ecommerce Europe lobby, this sector's turnover is expected ... [+]

Intermodal Carriers Call on Partners to Respect Chassis Choice

The American Trucking Associations’ Intermodal Motor Carrier Conference urged two major ocean lines to continue allowing motor carriers to choose their chassis provider rather than moving to private pools where motor carriers are forced to pay a higher daily use rate. “The IMCC and our members ... [+]

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