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Image via Flickr Swissdave The Port of London Authority has made strides to improve conditions on the Thames River as a result of record levels of freight and passengers. Some of the Port Authority’s investments include pier extensions at Plantation Wharf, two new MBNA Thames Clippers, and a London Titan maintenance vessel. The Thames River…
Image via Flickr We have moved! Please visit /highwaysengland Freight truck volume in the U.S. is projected to double over the next decade. This causes significant concern for the environment, road maintenance costs, and highway traffic congestion. Many believe, however, that more trucks are a necessity for economic growth. Take a look at this two-sided…
Image via Flickr by USFWS/Southeast For some time now, it’s been apparent how important it is for companies to assess their risks within the supply chain and create contingency plans to continue operations in the event of an unforseen break down. However, in a new survey by the American Productivity and Quality Center (APQC), fully three-quarters…
Image via Flickr by JeepersMedia In 2005, Wal-Mart set an impressive three-part goal to reform their supply chain. They wanted to be powered 100 percent by renewable energy; create zero waste in their supply chain; and sell more sustainable products to customers. These goals would require a lot of change to their supply chain management….
Image via Flickr by azza-bazoo According to Reuters, “Japanese trading house Mitsubishi Corp said it is entering Australia’s diesel market by building a $103 million gas oil import terminal to tap growing demand and as a closure of several refineries has squeezed domestic supply of the fuel.”Oops! You don’t have permission to view this page!…
Image via Flickr KarmaCat_SF Working in a warehouse can be dangerous and difficult. That’s why Crown Equipment Corporation designed a forklift with more ergonomic features to prevent injuries for warehouse workers. The company has received awards for its design. Take a look at the new Crown SC 6000 series forklift, and read what businesses are…