New Facilities in Chengdu and Shanghai Boost Access to Developing Rural and Urban Regions Atlanta, August 13, 2013 - UPS announced the expansion of its presence in China with the addition of two new contract logistics distribution facilities in Chengdu and Shanghai,...
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TNT Express: 2Q13 results – Challenging trading conditions continue, focus on operational improvements
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 29 July 2013 Reported revenues €1,702m (-3.1%), reported operating income €(280)m (2Q12: €94m) Adjusted revenues €1,736m (-1.1%), adjusted operating income €71m (2Q12: €97m) Adjustments to operating income include €296m goodwill impairments...
Ryder Announces New Transportation Solutions for Oil and Gas Industry
Ryder Provides Customized Solutions That Drive Efficiencies and Streamline Operations MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced that it is introducing new transportation and...
PostNL: Performance above expectations and in line with outlook
On track towards 2015 Underlying revenue stable at €1,035 million (Q2 2012: €1,040 million) Underlying cash operating income €22 million (Q2 2012: €10 million) Addressed mail volume Mail in the Netherlands -11.3% Net debt of €1,373 million compared to €1,327 million...
Menlo Worldwide Logistics Recognized by New York City Office of Emergency Management
Company cited for "outstanding partnership and response" during Superstorm Sandy and Hurricane Irene New York City and San Francisco - August 08, 2013 - The New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has commended Menlo Worldwide Logistics for its performance...
Con-way Truckload Doubles Down on Safety, Invests in Advanced In-Cab Technologies to Complement Driver Best Practices
Front Collision Avoidance, Electronic Stability Control and Lane Departure Warning Systems to Complement Driver Skills, Reduce Most Common Safety Incidents JOPLIN, Mo. - August 05, 2013 - Con-way Truckload, a full truckload carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc....
DB Schenker Logistics optimizes capacity in Belgium
Berlin/Essen/Antwerp, August 13, 2013 - DB Schenker Logistics offers customers in the Belgian provinces of Hainault and West and East Flanders an even faster connection to European and world markets thanks to its modern logistics center in Zwevegem. “With over 5,000...
Tesla Motors’ Supply Chain VP to Speak at CSCMP Annual Global Conference; Closing Session to Focus on Personal Development
Lombard, Illinois USA (August 12, 2013) -The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) announced that Peter Carlsson, vice president of supply chain for Tesla Motors, will be the featured speaker at the Major Session of its annual global conference on...
C.H. Robinson Reports Second Quarter Results
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 6, 2013-- C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (“C.H. Robinson”) (NASDAQ: CHRW), today reported financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2013. Summarized financial results for the quarter ended June 30 are as follows (dollars in...
CEVA Holdings LLC Results for the Second Quarter ended 30 June 2013
Adjusted EBITDA doubles to $80 million compared to previous quarter Transformational recapitalization strengthens balance sheet, eliminating $1.6 billion of debt Cost cutting program delivering expected results Hoofddorp, the Netherlands, 8 August, 2013 – CEVA...
Deutsche Post DHL remains on successful path
Consolidated revenues on prior year's level in Q2 Operating earnings up; significant increase in consolidated net profit Strong cash flow development in Q2 Guidance adjusted to reflect positive one-time effect in MAIL: Group EBIT of between EUR 2.75 billion and EUR...
Con-way Reports 2013 Second-Quarter Results
ANN ARBOR, Mich. - July 31, 2013 - Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) today reported 2013 second-quarter net income of $42.9 million, or 75 cents per diluted share. The results compare to second-quarter 2012 net income of $41.8 million, or 74 cents per diluted share. On a...
Menlo to Provide European Distribution for NYX, a Fast-growing Cosmetics Company
SAN FRANSICO and AMSTERDAM - July 25, 2013 - To better service its rapidly expanding markets throughout Western Europe, U.S.-based cosmetics company NYX has appointed Menlo Worldwide Logistics (Menlo) to operate a comprehensive distribution network based on its...
The UPS Store Makes 3D Printing Accessible to Start-Ups and Small Business Owners
San Diego, July 31, 2013 - The UPS Store® today announced it is the first nationwide retailer to test 3D printing services in-store. Select UPS Store locations will be offering the services to start-ups, small businesses and retail customers, beginning in the San...
TNT Express to support Angel Appeal this Ramadan
United Arab Emirates, July 28th 2013 - TNT Express’ Middle East branch, part of one of the world’s largest express delivery companies, is delighted to extend its support to The Mission to Seafarers in Dubai. The Angel Appeal, a project by The Mission to Seafarers,...
Panalpina improves profitability in the second quarter
The Panalpina Group improved profitability in the second quarter of 2013. The Group’s consolidated profit increased by 44% year-on-year to CHF 24 million. Gross profit went up by 10% to CHF 399 million. Panalpina’s Air Freight showed the first volume increase after...
UPS Reports Reduction Of Total Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Sets 2017 Goal of 1 Billion Alternative Fuel Miles Atlanta, July 25, 2013 - UPS released its annual Sustainability Report announcing that while the total number of packages shipped in 2012 increased, the company reduced its total Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions....
DHL app simplifies worldwide logistics management
"DGF Cargo Mobile Tracking" allows customers to trace their sea and air freight shipments Application is available for iOS, Android and RIM smartphones Bonn, 07/25/2013, 11:00 AM CEST - DHL Global Forwarding now offers customers a mobile app to track their sea and air...
Tidetech to supply NAPA oceanographic data for vessel optimisation
Tidetech and NAPA have agreed the supply of tidal current prediction data for ship optimisation, initially for South East Asia and UK–Europe. Following a successful three-month trial aboard a 8,530DWT cruise ship – using Tidetech’s Singapore and Malacca Straits models...
