Logistics
21 articles tagged Logistics
DP World's new Vancouver gateway expands the short-sea option for island freight
The Salish Sea Gateway has been inaugurated after services began earlier this year. Three weekly sailings give Vancouver Island shippers another option to assess.
The parcel weighs 4 kg. Why is the courier charging for 12?
Large, light cartons can be priced by the space they occupy. The useful comparison is the packed consignment under the actual carrier service and rate agreement.
Tive survey links active cargo monitoring with better recovery after theft
Companies using active monitoring reported better theft recovery in Tive's latest survey. The results show an association, with important limits on what they prove.
A signature is not a carton count: build better evidence for delivery disputes
Delivery confirmation is useful, but it may leave shortages and damage unexplained. Connect dispatch counts, handovers and exceptions while the details are still available.
Prologis signs 60 million square feet of leases as warehouse demand firms
Prologis's latest results point to stronger customer activity. Wholesale occupiers should read the portfolio figures carefully before drawing conclusions about local warehouse costs.
UPS opens larger Clark air hub, with faster service on selected trade lanes
UPS's new Philippines hub adds sorting capacity and changes some delivery timings. Importers need to check the improvement against their own postcodes and collection deadlines.
Free delivery is not free: setting a wholesale order threshold that earns its keep
A £300 order may be cheaper to serve than a £500 one. Product margin, picking work and the delivery route matter more than basket value alone.
DP World signs Chittagong terminal deal: what Bangladesh buyers should watch next
A new operator and planned investment could improve Bangladesh's cargo flows. Buyers need to watch actual service changes before shortening lead times.
US imports hit a September record, but the warehouse calendar matters more than the headline
A record month at the ports can become an awkward week at the warehouse. The latest Descartes figures call for a closer look at arrival dates.
Split shipments: deciding when a partial wholesale delivery is worth the extra cost
Sending available goods early can help, or create a second bill for little benefit. Ask what the customer can actually use before splitting the order.
Packaging trials: how to compare protection, packing time and delivery cost
A cheaper carton may create a dearer parcel. Test packing time, transport charges and arrival condition before calling the change a saving.
DHL’s new Trend Radar puts AI action and workforce readiness on the logistics agenda
AI flagging a shortage and AI placing an order are different propositions. DHL’s new Trend Radar puts action, oversight and workforce readiness in focus.
Maersk announces Australian export-documentation policy ahead of November rollout
Packed goods can still miss a sailing. Maersk’s Australian documentation rollout makes approval ownership and shipment deadlines worth checking now.
Columbia shifts UK fulfilment to Maersk’s Tamworth warehouse
Columbia is moving UK and Ireland fulfilment to Maersk’s Tamworth warehouse. The change puts location, stock allocation and channel mix in focus.
Wholesale returns: building a process for damaged, faulty and unwanted stock
A box in the returns area needs a decision, not just a location. Connect inspection, stock status and the customer’s credit.
DHL expands battery logistics network as supply chains become more specialised
DHL is expanding specialist battery logistics. For distributors, the return journey and confirmed handling capability deserve as much attention as outbound freight.
Pre-shipment inspection: a practical briefing for wholesale buyers
“Check the quality” leaves too much open. Give an inspector the detail needed to decide whether this batch is ready to ship.
LCL or FCL shipping: how to compare the full container decision
You need not fill a container to book one. Compare the full journey without letting freight savings push you into unwanted stock.
Choosing a freight forwarder: questions to ask before booking
A forwarder earns its fee when the journey becomes difficult. Compare the complete service and find out who will handle the exceptions.
How to calculate landed cost before comparing wholesale quotations
A £6 product can cost £7.50 by the time you have saleable stock. Follow the costs before choosing between quotations.
How wholesalers can overcome global supply chain disruptions
The global supply chain has faced unprecedented challenges in recent years, disrupting industries and wholesale markets across the globe.