Traffic World articles from January 2002

Traffic World archives from January 2002

Computrex, Inc. Bankrupt: Freight auditing firm said to owe some $25 million in unpaid freight charges. (Up Front).(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Computrex, Inc., a freight auditing and payment service in Nicholasville, Ky., is in bankruptcy and terminating its operations. Some 120 shippers say they've paid the company about $25 million for freight charges that were not forwarded to the...

Unanswered Questions: DOT works to fill 429 federal security posts at nation's airports deemed 'indispensable'. (Washington).(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... The Department of Transportation is frantically working to deploy "a system of systems" based on U.S. Secret Service practices to ensure airport security for both passenger and cargo planes, senior DOT officials said. That is one goal of...

OnlyToo Accurate: Postal Service posts enormous loss; trend continues with worse expected. (Washington).(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Last spring when the U.S. Postal Service predicted a huge loss for the fiscal year that would end Sept. 30, 2001, the quasi-governmental agency had no idea just how bad the numbers would turn out. The Postal Service closed the books on one...

Priority Shift: Ryder changes focus to IT and deeper relationships with key clients in 2002. (Logistics).(Ryder System Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Having gone through a year or so intensive cost cutting and reorganization, Ryder System's New Year's resolution is to make "process and model improvement changes," said President and Chief Executive Officer Gregory T. Swienton. The overarching...

Joining Forces: Private sector, military discuss strategy to make transport system more secure. (Logistics).(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... The enemy is terrorism and since Sept. 11 the nation's multi-modal transportation system has become somethhing of a battle line. "We are not dealing in a conventional sense with an enemy that we know and can face across a battle line," said...

Efforts to improve. (Briefs).(Puget Sound region's transportation system get federal funding)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Efforts to improve the Puget Sound region's transportation system have received a boost with the award of $20 million in new federal funding for the FAST Corridor program of grade-separation and port-access projects. FAST Corridor, which...

Equipment Leasing Association. (Briefs).(U.S. truck leasing market-place study)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Equipment Leasing Association, based in Arlington, Va., has released its "Status & Outlook of the U.S. Truck and Trailer Leasing Market-place" study. The study measures the size and scope of the finance and lease markets for commercial trucks...

North American Shipments. (Briefs).(sales and forecasts of material-handling control systems software)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... North American shipments of material-handling control systems software and services reached nearly $494 million this year. This market is expected to grow at a compounded annual rate of over 13 percent over the next five years, according to a...

Total Logistics Control. (Briefs).(Total Logistic Control L.L.C. wins management contract with Guinness UDV North America)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Total Logistics Control, Zeeland, Mich., has been awarded a multiyear management contract to staff and operate a dedicated production facility for Guinness UDV North America to produce the malt beverage called Smirnoff Ice. Guinness UDV...

Early Bird. (e-Strategies).(profle of CharterNet, an online system for air cargo charters)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Achieving five years of trading as an e-marketplace deserves some sort of medal. CharterNet, the online bid and quote system for air cargo charters, would probably settle for continued growth. That seems likely for the same reasons that...

Beating the Odds: Software company G-Log continues to grow, expects to be cash-flow positive by 3rd year. (Technology).(Global Logistics Technologies Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Supply-chain software company G-Log continues to beat the odds. The company has been steadily growing since its inception and expects to be operationally cash-flow positive by the end of the next quarter, said Michael Nixon, vice president of...

ShipChem Now Cendian. (Technology).(Shipchem names change to Cendian Corp.)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... ShipChem, a logistics software and services provider to the chemicals industry, has changed its name to Cendian Corp. "We planned all along to come up with an identity," said Mark Kaiser, CEO. "ShipChem is a generic name." In addition, Cendian...

One World Logistics of America. (Briefs).(company now using using supply-chain planning software from SynQuest Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... One World Logistics of America, a logistics subsidiary of Honda Express Co., is using supply-chain planning software from SynQuest to reduce supply-chain costs. The software will be used to reduce costs "associated with the delivery of...

Ocean carrier APL. (Briefs).(electronic documentation over the Internet for blls of lading documents)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Ocean carrier API has created Internet bill of lading documents. "While APL has offered remote printing capabilities for BOLs since 1996, this is the first product that allows electronic documentation from the beginning of the process right...

Work apparel provider Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Co. (Briefs).(to use Logility Inc. software)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Work apparel provider Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Co. will use supply-chain software from Logility to reduce inventory, increase fill rates and reduce order-cycle time. The company will use Logility Voyager Solutions "to more accurately...

P&O Nedlloyd. (Briefs).(and CMA-CGM to use Celarix Inc. service to improve their customer service)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... P&O Nediloyd, the second-largest container carrier in the world, and CMA CGM, the largest containerized liner-shipping company in France, will use Celarix to improve their customer service and pricing. P&O Nedlloyd will use Celarix Rate...

Tilion Introduced its. (Briefs).(software for freight costs)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
January 7, 2002... Tilion introduced its Solutions for Inbound Freight, a web-based logistics software solution. "Tilion projects that the solution will slash premium freight costs by 30 percent and total inbound freight costs by 15 percent in just 90 days," said...

Burlington, Mass.-based Logistics.com. (Briefs).(has new version of Web site, Lakeville Motor Express, Estes Express Lines Inc. to use Logistics.com service)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Burlington, Mass.-based Logistics.com has a new, hosted version of OptiBid Lane. OptiBid Lane is a "procurement tool for the self-service negotiation and securing of transportation service contracts across all modes," said a spokesperson for...

Salty snack company Wise Foods. (Briefs).(to use Velant Inc. software)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Salty snack company Wise Foods will use route planning software from Velant for the company's Atlanta-based truck fleet. Wise plans to improve distribution and efficiency while reducing costs and inventory with the product, said Dr. Don...

Gone Fishing: Recession tempers demand for logistics executives. (Special Report: Logistics Career Development).
January 7, 2002... The once-sizzling market for executive logistics jobs appears to have cooled off a bit. As recently as seven or eight months ago, executive recruiters were struggling to keep up with an insatiable demand for logistics pros, and graduates...

How Safe is Safe?: Expertise needed to improve supply-chain safety. (Special Report: Logistics Career Development).
January 7, 2002... In the wake of Sept. 11, supply-chain security has become a hot topic in training circles as U.S. companies scramble to shore up security in their supply-chain operations. The Council of Logistics Management has been getting an increasing...

CLM Studies Security. (Career Advancement).(Council of Logistics Management)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... The timing couldn't be better. Just as security has become one of the hottest topics in supply-chain management, the Council of Logistics Management has undertaken a security study. Elaine Winter, director of communications and research for...

Aiming for the Top: Overnite eyes dominant LTL perch, emphasizes service and low rates. (Motor).(Overnite Transportation Co., less than truckload)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Overnite Transportation Co. is the largest of the handful of LTL carriers that navigated the recession-polluted waters of 2001 and emerged more profitable than it was during the relatively flush days of 2000. Although final numbers have...

ATA cheers safety stats. (Motor).(American Trucking Associations, safety statistics for highway truck safety are good)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
January 7, 2002... American Trucking Associations has announced another improvement in U.S. highway and truck safety, confirming that new federal statistics for 2000 show a continuing reduction in the large truck fatal crash rate. New Federal Highway...

RSPA Extends Comment Period: Reaction sought on applicability of hazardous materials regulations. (Motor).(Department of Transportation's Research and Special Programs Administration)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... In response to delays caused by recent terrorist attacks, the Department of Transportation's Research and Special Programs Administration has extended to Feb. 1 the comment period for its proposal on the applicability of its regulations for...

FedEx Rising: Industry watchers surprised by company's posting of great numbers during recession. (Air).(revenue in second quarter up 5 percent to $5.14 billion)(Statistical Data Included)(Company Profile)
January 7, 2002... FedEx Corp. stock is within striking distance of United Parcel Service for the first time since Big Brown went public in November 1999. FedEx's stock has shot up in the last few weeks, not because the company has made any dramatic changes to...

Ring in the New: Eskew takes over as UPS chairman and CEO; negotiating Teamster contract is top priority. (Air).(Michael L. Eskew)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... When the New Year rang in, a new face took charge at United Parcel Service. Michael L. Eskew ascended to the position of chairman and chief executive officer, replacing the retiring James P. Kelly. Eskew has worked side-by-side with Kelly...

STB Ends Oversight: Trackage rights, new competition cited as reason for allowing UP-SP oversight to end on schedule. (Rail).(Surface Transportation Board; Union Pacific Railroad-Southern Pacific merger)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... As far as the Surface Transportation Board is concerned, it's time to finally close the books on the Union Pacific Railroad-Southern Pacific merger. Its five-year oversight of the merger that it approved in 1996 concluded with its Dec. 20...

Rail Expert Lee Dies: NRLC general counsel killed by stroke Dec. 11; He served railway labor conference since 1966. (Rail).(David P. Lee, National Railway Labor Conference)(Obituary)
January 7, 2002... David P. Lee, vice chairman and general counsel of the National Railway Labor Conference, the collective bargaining arm of the railroads, died Dec. 11 of a stroke. Lee had worked for the conference since 1966, serving under 28 presidential...

The Southwest Association. (Briefs).(of Rail Shippers annual meeting Feb. 13-15)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... The Southwest Association of Rail Shippers' annual meeting will be held Feb. 13-15, in San Antonio under the theme, "Shipping by Rail - Challenges and Solutions." Conference panel sessions will focus on topics that include shipper/ carrier...

CSX has ordered 100 locomotive remote control systems from Cattron-Theimeg. (Briefs).
January 7, 2002... CSX has ordered 100 locomotive remote control systems from Cattron-Theimeg. Terms of the sale were not disclosed; remote control devices typically can cost up to $150,000 depending on modifications. Safety was the most significant benefit to...

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway. (Briefs).(and Swift Transportation Co. Inc. offer seemless transport for perishables)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway and truckload carrier Swift Transportation Co. Inc. are offering seamless transportation for perishable commodities. BNSF will provide boxcar transportation services for long-haul moves, while SWIFT will...

The Surface Transportation Board. (Briefs).(Conrail merger has not changed rates in Buffalo)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... The Surface Transportation Board found that rail rates on CSX and NS into and out of the Buffalo area have not changed significantly over the past year as a result of the Conrail merger. In the second round of its three-year study of Buffalo...

Canadian Pacific Railroad. (Briefs).(and Consolidated Fastfrate sign ten-year deal)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Canadian Pacific Railroad and Consolidated Fastfrate, a large Canadian freight forwarder, cemented an already close relationship with a 10-year, $400 million exclusive contract for movement of LTL and intermodal freight. Consolidated Fastfrate...

The Amtrak Reform Council. (Briefs).(looking at nine options for reorganizing passenger rail service)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... The Amtrak Reform Council reviewed nine options for reorganizing the passenger rail service and its operations into separate companies. Those options are to be pared down to three at the council's next meeting on Jan. 11. Amtrak Mail and...

'E Day' Arrives: After months of logistical preparation, the euro begins circulating in 12 EU countries. (International).(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... After years of anticipation and a monumental logistics effort, the new European currency, the euro, has reached consumer pockets. It became legal tender on New Year's Day in 12 of the 15 member states of the European Union. ATMs in Paris...

Air Cargo in Transition. (Commentary).(stepping up to face challenges)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Strong demand for faster delivery of goods is creating numerous challenges for the air cargo industry. Volume is expected to steadily grow an average of 6 percent a year for the next 20 years. This burgeoning increase significantly outpaces any...

DOE Diesel Price Index.(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
January 7, 2002... DOE Diesel Price Index (cents per gallon) National Average -- 116.9 (December 31, 2001) REGION 1 119.2 REGION 2 114.8 REGION 3 113.5 REGION 4 112.4 REGION 5 (*) 125.9 (*)Includes Alaska and Hawaii....

Weekly Traffic of Major U.S. Railroads.(what and how much is being shipped?)(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
January 7, 2002... Weekly Traffic of Major U.S. Railroads Carloads originated Traffic Originated Week 51 ...

Parcel Carrier Claims. (Q & A).(approved claims system frustrates customer)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Q: My problem lies with a major parcel carrier. They are nice enough to call me and inform me that my package came apart in transit and ask me to please provide them with every bit of information I can about this shipment. They will then do an...

Congratulations. (The Back Page).(Jim Valentine)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Congratulations to transportation analyst Jim Valentine, whose wife Emma gave birth to twins Nov. 21. Alice Rosemary Valentine was born at 9:14 p.m. weighing in at 4 pounds, 14 ounces. Robert James Valentine was born at 9:32 p.m., weighing in...

Franc Exchange. (The Back Page).(shoppers getting accustomed to new euro)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Franc exchange. From the scowl on her face, it appeared one shopkeeper in Paris was not enjoying her first day working with the new European currency, the euro, Jan. 2. Even the easiest purchases were taking two or three minutes to complete and...

Returned. (The Back Page).(lingerie among most returned items after holidays)(Brief Article)
January 7, 2002... Returned. Some of those new euros undoubtedly will go to shoppers returning unwanted Christmas gifts. What gifts are most likely to be returned after the holidays? Lingerie ranks high on the list--about 15 percent of lingerie gifts are...

Going home.(transportation affairs)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
January 14, 2002... It's late at night and I am southbound on an Amtrak regional train, bouncing, shaking and swaying as the tracks give my kidneys a deep-tissue massage. I sit in an overheated coach car as passengers disembark at Philadelphia. The platform...

Computrex ties explored: One shipper claims that Computrex Logistics and Computrex Inc. are a single company. (Up Front).
January 14, 2002... Contrary to what executives said earlier, Computrex Logistics, a third-party logistics company in Louisville, Ky., has significant ties to Computrex Inc., a bankrupt freight payment and auditing firm. One shipper client of the freight payment...

UPS, teamsters to start talks: Union, company plan to begin negotiations in late January for new five-year pact. (Up Front).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... United Parcel Service and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have agreed to an early start to negotiations on a new contract to replace the five-year pact that expires July 31. The union and company are planning to begin contract...

CF's white knight?: USPS boosts CF's fortunes with multiyear deal worth 'at least' $9 million annually in LTL freight. (Washington).(United States Postal Service, Consolidated Freightways)
January 14, 2002... The check really is in the mail for Consolidated Freightways, big-time. Consolidated Freightways, which has struggled with losses that could approach $100 million when the books are tallied for last year, is going postal. Which is a good thing...

'A Gaping Hole': Maritime officials hail steps to heighten maritime security, say more action is needed. (Washington).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Maritime officials hailed port security legislation passed by Congress late last year. At the same time, they said more action is needed and anticipate additional legislation in the House and Senate this year. A terrorist attack on the...

And then there were 2: 'Deadlock' not expected to be an issue, as STB is down to two commissioners. (Washington).(Surface Transportation Board)
January 14, 2002... Dec. 31, 2001, came and went without a new Surface Transportation Board commissioner being nominated to replace William Clyburn Jr. The board is now left with two members: Chairman Linda Morgan and Commissioner Wayne Burkes, who was named vice...

Holiday cheer. (e-Strategies).(online shopping for 2001 holiday season)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... The wrapping is finally off this year's online holiday shopping season and e-tailers can breath a sigh of relief that the news is generally good. In terms of order fulfillment, they seem to have wound up where they left off last year: better...

Ringing the changes: This year, stars may be aligned for emergence of collaborative supply-chain execution solutions. (Logistics).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... 2001 began with the promise of Internet-fired supply-chain collaboration and ended with inventory pile-ups such as Cisco Systems' infamous $2.5 billion write-off. In the relatively austere start to 2002, companies are taking a more sober...

Visibility is key: DSC Logistics, Schneider Logistics, Exel advance, sell on new technology. (Logistics).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... The growing market for technology that delivers measurable improvements to supply-chain visibility and places shippers in viable collaborative networks has not been lost on logistics services providers. Chicago-based DSC Logistics is...

Noble Logistic Services. (Briefs).(contract with Pharmacy Corporation of America)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Detroit-based Noble Logistic Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Noble International Ltd., has signed contracts for dedicated delivery services valued at over $3 million annually. A contract with Pharmacy Corp. of America calls for NLS to...

USCO Logistics. (Briefs).(contract with Xerox)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Hamden, Conn.-based USCO Logistics has been awarded a contract by Xerox Corp. that will provide critical parts distribution services to Xerox's Northeastern U.S. District Parts Centers. Xerox, headquartered in Rochester, N.Y., awarded USCO...

American Commercial Barge Line Co. and MBLX Inc. (Briefs).(form joint venture)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... American Commercial Barge Line Co. and MBLX Inc. have set up a joint venture company called BargeLink to provide river barge logistics, barge brokering, electronic rate requests and tracking services for full barge-load cargoes. BargeLink is...

When disaster strikes. (Commentary).(disaster planning)
January 14, 2002... During the week of Sept. 11, roadblocks and security checkpoints slowed the way to Manhattan's Mt. Sinai hospital where doctors eagerly awaited delivery of a piece of critical radiology imaging equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment...

Postal protection plan: USPS plans wider irradiation of mail but drug shippers, others worry about effects. (Shipper Profile: Pharmaceuticals).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... The U.S. Postal Service is investing millions of dollars in an proactive attempt to protect mail recipients and postal employees from a future Anthrax attack. But its plan to irradiate mail to kill biological weapons has some mailers concerned...

Just-In-Case Logistics: Hospitals have different needs than automakers but their supply chains still can be tightened. (Shipper Profile: Pharmaceuticals).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... In the late 1990s, Exel spent two years studying hospital supply chains in Britain and comparing them to those in the automotive and retail industries. The researchers found that "little service development, poor utilization of resources and...

Just in time for just one: USX gets 'adequate liquidity' with $107M financing; Transit Group operating despite Chapter 11 filing. (Motor).(U.S. Xpress Enterprises)
January 14, 2002... It's a sign of how difficult the times are even for a large, well-run truckload carrier. U.S. Xpress Enterprises says it has obtained enough financing to maintain its operations "well into 2003." U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Chattanooga, Tenn.,...

Danzas announced. (Briefs).(Danzas Brazil)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Danzas announced the formation of a South American trucking network offering customers time-definite, door-to-door deliveries in six countries: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay and Bolivia. The trucking network is coordinated by...

The Federal Motor. (Briefs).(Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration cracks down on cargo tanks in noncompliance)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has identified more than 300 cargo tanks equipped with rear-end protection devices that do not comply with specifications in the federal hazardous materials regulations and required that these...

CRST International. (Briefs).(three subsidiaries change names to CRST Van Expedited, CRST Flatbed, CRST Flatbed Regional)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... CRST International, one of the nation's oldest and largest carriers, has changed the names for three of its operating subsidiaries. CRST Inc. will become CRST Van Expedited. Malone Freight Lines will become CRST Flatbed. Three I Truck Lines...

Celadon Group. (Briefs).(Celadon Canada)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Celadon Group, Indianapolis, has changed the name of its Canadian trucking operations to Celadon Canada from Gerth Transport Ltd. The name change is being followed up with the rebranding of Gerth Trucks and trailers to carry the Celadon Canada...

USF Bestway Inc. (Briefs).(relocates to Dallas, Texas)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... USF Bestway Inc., a unit of USFreightways Corp., has relocated to a larger, more strategically positioned site in Dallas in response to market demand. The 102-door facility is situated on 12.5 acres and includes a 12-bay shop. The move...

Elogex Inc. (Briefs).(receives funding from Fenway Partners)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Elogex Inc., Charlotte, N.C., a provider of collaborative logistics solutions, has secured over $10 million in additional funding from its lead investor, Fenway Partners. The new capital was invested after Elogex met what the company called...

Integres goes boldly: 'Virtual forwarder' to launch branded website, aiming to lure scarce shippers in tough times. (Air).(Integres Global Logistics)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Integres Global Logistics is trying to go where many have gone before but few have succeeded. The self-proclaimed "virtual forwarder" plans to launch its own branded website on Jan. 28, inviting shippers to bypass traditional shipping channels...

Meeting the competition: Roadway air catapults roadway express into crowded skies of air freight product. (Air).(Roadway Express Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Roadway Express joins the legion of trucking companies in launching its own air freight product. Roadway introduced Roadway Air -- not to be confused with Caliber Systems monumental flop Roadway Global Air -- on Jan. 2. Roadway Air, much...

Gemini digs in: 2002 seen as very difficult year in which rebound will be a bonus. (Air).(Gemini Air Cargo Inc.'s layoffs)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Gemini Air Cargo laid off nearly a quarter of its staff and grounded four of its 16 aircraft last week as business levels continued to decline. These were the first layoffs in the company's seven-year history. Gemini's chief competitor,...

The U.S. Postal Service. (Briefs).(American Postal Workers Union )(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
January 14, 2002... The U.S. Postal Service and the American Postal Workers Union finally settled on a new three-year labor agreement after a neutral arbitrator was brought in to settle the stalled talks. The APWU contract expired in November 2000. The deal,...

GeoLogistics. (Briefs).(GeoLogistics Network Solutions divests Bekins unit)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... GaoLogistics sold its Bekins unit to the Bekins' group of independent agents in order to concentrate its efforts on international logistics. Bekins, the 100-year-old specialty transportation and relocation firm, was the last piece of the...

Tower Group International. (Briefs).(alliance with Frans Maas Beheer N.V.)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Tower Group International, FedEx Trade Networks' freight forwarding and customs brokerage entity, struck a deal with Netherlands-based Frans Maas to handle shipment deliveries inside Europe. Frans Maas is now the lead agent for Tower in Europe,...

Reflected costs: Shippers may end up on losing side of FRA's rail-car reflector recommendations. (Rail).(Federal Railroad Administration )
January 14, 2002... Would requiring reflectors on all rail cars benefit the railroad industry by millions of dollars, or cost it even more? A preliminary cost-benefit analysis conducted by the Federal Railroad Administration concludes that over a 10-year period...

Environmental challenge: STB's environmental office mishandled analysis of DM&E coal project, communities claim. (Rail).(Surface Transportation Board, Dakota, Minnesota and Eastern Railroad)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Surface Transportation Board Chairman Linda Morgan recently told a group of Wall Street analysts that if the STB were to give final approval to the Dakota, Minnesota & Eastern Railroad's coal line expansion project, she would expect a court...

'Sliding into abyss': Rotterdam's 2001 drop in container traffic has many predicting dismal 2002 for industry. (Water).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
January 14, 2002... The Port of Rotterdam's provisional cargo statistics for 2001, which show Europe's largest port suffered a 2.4 percent drop in container traffic, is seen by many as a harbinger of the container shipping industry's dismal prospects for 2002. ...

Timber troubles: Containerized lumber sails away from Vancouver's Lynnterm. (Water).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... While British Columbia lumber producers worry about U.S.-Canada softwood lumber negotiations, Vancouver's largest pulp and lumber terminal, Lynn-term, faces a different kind of problem: containerization of lumber shipped to overseas markets....

I sea you: Bollore Maritime invests $5 million in Qiva technology to improve customer service. (Technology).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Bollore Maritime Division has invested $5 million in Qiva software to improve its customer service. Bollore is a diversified, privately owned French company. Through its subsidiaries, the Bollore group handles a full range of freight transport...

Caps Logistics. (Briefs).(releases Collaborative Dispatch)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Caps Logistics released Collaborative Dispatch, part of Caps' Momentum solution. Collaborative Dispatch is for multiuser vehicle routing and scheduling. The solution runs on Oracle's multiplatform database technology. Caps Logistics is a unit...

Nissan North America. (Briefs).(software from Manugistics Group Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Nissan North America will use software from Trilogy and Manugistics Group for its Integrated Customer Ordering Network project. The ICON project will be used for customers to pick a car and receive a guaranteed delivery date for it through a...

Supply-chain. (Briefs).(Rely Software acquires assets of MetaSys Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Supply-chain event-management software provider Rely Software acquired the assets of transportation management software MetaSys from supply-chain systems integrator Advanced Technologies & Services. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed....

Perry Ellis International. (Briefs).(contracts with Essentus International Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Perry Ellis International will use software from Essentus International to improve its fulfillment operations. Perry Ellis will implement the Essentus Vision Suite for all of its global operations. The software will be used to improve customer...

Bulkmatic Transport Co. (Briefs).(installs software from McLeod Software)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Bulkmatic Transport Co. is live with McLeod Software's LoadMaster version 6 dispatch and accounting software. Bulkmatic, of Griffith, Ind., is a short-haul bulk carrier. McLeod also released LoadMaster Lane Analysis Module for carriers to...

Collaborative logistics. (Briefs).(Elogex Inc.)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... Collaborative logistics software provider Elogex secured an additional $10 million in funding from its lead investor, Fenway Partners. Elogex will use the money for continued product expansion, increased sales and marketing, and growing its...

myGoals.com. (Traffic World Destinations).(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... http://www.mygoals.com If you are like me, you've made your list of New Year's resolutions and already broken at least one. However, for those of us (not me) who are determined and persistent about such things, there is myGoals.com, a...

NYK Line. (Traffic World Destinations).(Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha)(Brief Article)
January 14, 2002... http://www.nykline.com If you are a customer of NYK Line, you now can get rates and submit shipping instructions online. Customers will receive email confirmation of submissions and rate quotes and they can save their rate inquiry and...