The SIVAplan GmbH & Co. KG is a specialist in sophisticated storage systems mainly for foodstuff logistics. For its storage and retrieval machines, SIVAplan has successfully tested a new energy chain guide system, which offers a weight advantage while making the installation much faster. Meanwhile, the "guidelok slimline P" system from the motion plastics specialist igus has proven itself in series production. The SIVAplan GmbH & Co. KG has made its mark all over the food … [Read more...] about New energy chain guide for storage and retrieval machines proves successful in practice
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Damco extends partnership with BluJay
BluJay Solutions, a leading provider of supply chain software and services powered by the world’s first Global Trade Network, announces a new multi-year agreement with Damco to continue use of its Transportation Management for Forwarders software platform, moving from on-premise to the cloud. A BluJay customer since 2011, Damco has been one of the world’s leading providers of freight forwarding services for more than 100 years, helping customers manage their cargo. Damco is … [Read more...] about Damco extends partnership with BluJay
PTC ASIA 2019 to Promote High-quality Industrial Development
This year, the show will cover a total display area of 100,000 sqm, featuring ten exhibit sectors of hydraulics, pneumatics, seals, gears, motors, chains, belts, bearings, springs and industrial subcontracting. China’s manufacturing industry is accelerating the construction of high-quality development and innovation capacity and promoting the development of industrialization and informatization. The goal is to support manufacturing enterprises in their transformation of digitalization, … [Read more...] about PTC ASIA 2019 to Promote High-quality Industrial Development
UPS expands foreign Trade Zone Management and Consulting Services
UPS announced the recent integration and expansion of Zone Solutions within its customs brokerage, warehousing, logistics and transportation business. The addition gives UPS a portfolio of Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) consulting, management and fulfillment services. UPS also converted four of its major U.S. international air freight (IAF) gateways into FTZs: Chicago (ORD), New York (JFK), Dallas (DFW), and Los Angeles (LAX). The expansion extends UPS’s FTZ-related capabilities beyond … [Read more...] about UPS expands foreign Trade Zone Management and Consulting Services
DHL supports Decathlon’s international supply chain
DHL Global Forwarding, the leading international provider of air, sea and road freight services, partners Decathlon, the French sporting goods giant to provide comprehensive services for its international supply chain operation. At the DHL Fashion and Retail Conference held in Ho Chi Minh City, both companies shared what it takes to successfully operate a multi-national supply chain, enabling Decathlon stores to stock over 22,400 items covering more than 85 different types of sports. Global … [Read more...] about DHL supports Decathlon’s international supply chain
FedEx acquires Cargex
FedEx Corp. (FDX) announced that it has agreed to acquire Cargex S.A., an international freight forwarding company with over 25 years of experience with a focus in export management of perishable goods, and Agencias de Aduanas Aduanamos S.A. Nivel 2, an affiliate of Cargex specializing in customs brokerage services. This addition strengthens the FedEx air freight forwarding and customs brokerage capabilities in Colombia and the broader Latin American region. The acquisition is expected to close … [Read more...] about FedEx acquires Cargex
