Browsing: Logistics

Inflation is rising and commodity prices are rocketing. Are we facing a new set of supply chain risks and challenges that may be far more long-lasting and structural than the economic set-backs of the last few years or the dramatic impact of the Japan ear

Motor manufacturers are reeling from the aftermath of the Japan earthquake and its impact on component supply chains worldwide. How damaging are the plant stoppages? And how are supply chains reshaping to mitigate risk? By Nick Allen.

Yusen Logistics has emerged as a major player in the third party logistics market over the past few months through the merger of NYK’s forwarding and logistics operations. The new head of Yusen in Europe explains to Malory Davies how the group is planning

Volvo is launching a gas powered truck for trunking operations. The Volvo FM MethaneDiesel is powered by up to 75 per cent gas and the company reckons it can significantly reduce O2 emissions