World Trade articles from July 2008

World Trade archives from July 2008

A season for buyers.(Buyers guide)
July 1, 2008... If ever there was a good time for World Trade to publish a Buyer's Guide, this is it. I'm writing a few days after returning from a conference of transportation and logistics executives. It's an annual event, a congenial assembly of folks...

Logistic service provider report cards: we asked industry experts for the metrics they recommend to measure performance levels.(BUYERS GUIDE 2009)(Buyers guide)
July 1, 2008... FOR AIR CARGO PROVIDERS: [] Track & Trace capability. What type of tracking and tracing capabilities does the service provider offer for supply chain visibility? Can the shipper access it via the Web? [] Government compliance. Is the...

Supplier index.(2009 BUYER'S GUIDE to Logistics Suppliers & Services)(Directory)
July 1, 2008... Aa-At A&F Services, Inc. P.O. Box 4070, 104 E. Peddie St., Newark, NJ 07114 (800) 367-2778; (973) 648-0740 Fax: (973) 648-0710 fzampini@a-fservices.com www.a-fservices.com AAA Cooper Transportation 1751...

The elastic green supply chain: protecting the environment and the bottom line.
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] According to recent U.S. Census Bureau data, world population has been expanding at an astounding rate; reaching one billion in 1800, over six billion in 2000, and expected to swell to over nine billion by 2050. ...

Service listings.(2009 BUYER'S GUIDE to Logistics Suppliers & Services)(Directory)
July 1, 2008... 3PL--LOGISTICS SERVICES GLOBAL TRADE SERVICES Affiliated Customs Brokers Albacor Shipping Inc., World Wide Project Division Transport ALG Worldwide Logistics APL Logistics ARI Shipping Corporation * Averitt...

A.N. Deringer, Inc.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Customer care, service excellence, and a firm commitment to Customs compliance illustrate the differences that have led to Deringer's success as a leading logistics provider. For 89 years, Deringer has provided a broad range of services that...

Agility Logistics AG.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Agility is a global provider of integrated supply chain solutions with more than 32,000 employees, 550 offices in 100 countries around the world and over $6 billion in annual revenue. A publicly traded company, we offer our customers truly...

ATC Logistics & Electronics.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... ATC Logistics & Electronics (ATCLE) delivers third party logistics (3PL) and supply chain services, specializing in forward logistics, reverse logistics, asset recovery, test & repair, kitting & packaging and value-added services. With...

IS Canada the 51st state? Though there aren't any plans for Canada to become the 51st state, shipping to Canada could be as easy as shipping domestically.(Supply Chain Partners)(Benchmark Trade Solutions Inc.)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... At Benchmark Trade Solutions we take the mystery out of moving your freight between the two countries. We are your Canadian connection! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Did you know that Canada is the largest trading partner for 38 of the 50...

Complete transportation management.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Founded in 1905, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. is one of the largest third party logistics companies in the world. We are non-asset based, meaning we focus on seeking solutions for our customers, rather than on asset utilization. As a global...

CLS.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... CLS is an industry leader in providing technology-driven reverse logistics and supply chain solutions to the consumer and healthcare markets. Our retailer and manufacturer solutions include: * Returns Management--Single Source Solution...

CEVA Logistics.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CEVA is a leading global logistics company that provides end-to-end design, implementation and operation of logistics solutions in contract logistics, freight forwarding, distribution management and transportation...

Your trade risks, under control.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Credit management services from Coface help ensure that companies get paid for the merchandise or services delivered to their customers. These credit management services include domestic and export credit insurance policies to protect accounts...

The optimal sourcing solution.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... CombineNet is THE advanced sourcing technology company. More than 60 Fortune 500 companies use CombineNet for their most advanced strategic sourcing activities, with greater than 45x average return on investment. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Cosco.(Supply Chain Partners)(COSCO Container Lines)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... COSCO is one of the world's premier full service intermodal carriers. The company utilizes a vast network of ocean vessels, barges, railroad and motor carriers to link the international shipper with the consignee. Founded in 1961, COSCO has...

Emirates SkyCargo.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Established in 1985, we quickly built a reputation for leading the industry in innovation, flexibility and service. Today, we continue to set the standard. We pride ourselves on offering our customers comprehensive cargo solutions. Our cargo...

Green your supply chain the SmartWay, and save fuel and money.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Tight profit margins and high fuel costs are encouraging shippers and freight carriers across the country to find new ways to reduce their fuel use. The SmartWay Transport Partnership addresses these concerns through a voluntary public-private...

Think of Us First.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... First Capital is a leading commercial trade financial services firm providing prompt, professional and reliable financing and servicing solutions. We are one of the largest independent and fastest-growing commercial finance companies in the...

FMI International.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Since 1979, FMI International has been a leader in providing logistics services to the fashion industry and retail community. Our proven track record of consistent, reliable service, along with our innovative solutions to meet the unique needs...

Freightgate[R]--aligning with customers' businesses to meet new challenges.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... After pioneering shipment tracking and tracing, the first multi-modal online freight exchange, and the Web-Service Enabled PLTX Platform, Freightgate continually evolves to provide its customers with competitive advantage along the entire...

Hyundai.(Supply Chain Partners)(Hyundai Merchant Marine Company Ltd.)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Company Mission: Guided by persistent focus on customer service and satisfaction, we continue to offer a high level of excellence as one of the top ranked multimodal transportation companies in the world. Our vision to deliver operational...

IES: software for the future of freight.(Supply Chain Partners)(IES Ltd.)
July 1, 2008... With millions of daily transactions and thousands of users, IES is a complete end-to-end transportation logistics solution. IES offers one fully integrated system to address all aspects of any shipment. The key advantage of the IES suite of...

Supply management leads business. ISM leads supply management.(Supply Chain Partners)(Institute for Supply Management)
July 1, 2008... Institute for Supply Management[TM] (ISM) is the first and largest supply management association in the world. Through education, research, and standards of excellence, ISM is committed to leading supply management. ISM's 40,000+ members invest...

Logistics Management Solutions.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... What is the biggest benefit shippers can gain from LMS? A competitive advantage. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A non-asset-based third party logistics provider, LMS specializes in transportation management services and technologies that...

At Lynden, our job is to deliver customers innovative transportation solutions.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Lynden began with a clear mission: put the customer first, deliver quality, and be the best at what you do. Today, Lynden's service area has grown to include Alaska, Washington, Western Canada, with additional service extending throughout the...

Network Global Logistics (NGL).(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Network Global Logistics (NGL) is a premier provider of best of breed supply chain solutions. Our core areas of focus are: * Warehousing and supply chain services * Service Parts Logistics * Mission-critical Transportation ...

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Old Dominion Freight Line. At OD, we pride ourselves in establishing long lasting mutually beneficial relationships with all of our customers. Part of our job in building that relationship is to...

Port Everglades captures Florida's top container spot.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Now the number one container seaport in Florida, Broward County's Port Everglades, is a world-class cargo handling facility that serves as an ideal point of entry for products shipped to and from Central America, the Caribbean, South America...

Port Freeport.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Port Freeport came into being more than 100 years ago when the first jetty system was built in Freeport, Texas. Since that time, Port Freeport has become one of the fastest growing ports on the Gulf Coast and currently ranks 14th among U.S....

Ryder.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Ryder provides a complete array of leading-edge supply chain, warehousing and transportation solutions for multiple industry sectors in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Services range from developing global supply chain strategies...

All things to some people.(Supply Chain Partners)(SEREC)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Serec provides an exceptional array of fulfillment services thanks to our 45+ year history and impeccable compliance rating with virtually all retailers. Some of the many services we offer include: EDI order processing, pick and pack, labeling,...

Summit Logistics International.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Summit Logistics International offers a unique network of strategic logistics services, such as NVOCC ocean services, overseas consolidation, air freight forwarding, warehousing & distribution, cross-dock, transload, customs brokerage and...

TransGroup Worldwide Logistics.(Supply Chain Partners)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... TransGroup Worldwide Logistics was founded with a single mission--to be the Future of Transport Logistics by bringing tomorrow's supply chain technologies and best practices to our clients today. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] To accomplish...

Supply chain management training in real time--100% online.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management from the University of San Francisco Emerging global trends have made supply chain management the most critical business discipline in the world today, encompassing positions in planning,...

Werner Enterprises: the leader in freight transportation innovation.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Werner Enterprises began with one man, one truck and one vision--to do a simple thing very well. Embracing the mission of C.L.'s vision more than 50 years ago, Werner now achieves one globe, one network and one system. [ILLUSTRATION...

Innovative solutions. Incredible services. Yellow Transportation.(Supply Chain Partners)
July 1, 2008... Yellow Transportation helps customers turn transportation into a competitive edge through innovative services, a best-in-class network and award-winning technology tools--all backed by the best people in the business. [ILLUSTRATION...

'The authority for supply chain decision makers'.(LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER)(Column)
July 1, 2008... July and the Buyer's Guide mark my one-year anniversary with World Trade magazine. After ten years in publishing, this also marked my introduction into the supply chain and logistics space. Having previously published magazines in the economic...