Shipping

eBay Matches Amazon With Logistics Option
Strategy

eBay Matches Amazon With Logistics Option

A new eBay service will enable merchants to store inventory in strategically located warehouses, resulting in faster delivery times.
By Matthew Heller | July 25, 2019
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Maritime Nations Agree to Cut CO2 Emissions
Strategy

Maritime Nations Agree to Cut CO2 Emissions

The agreement brings “another major constituency on board in the international quest" to reduce global warming.
By Matthew Heller | April 16, 2018
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IBM, Maersk to Bring Blockchain to Shipping
Technology

IBM, Maersk to Bring Blockchain to Shipping

The companies' new joint venture "marks a milestone in our strategic efforts to drive the digitization of global trade."
By Matthew Heller | January 17, 2018
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FedEx Earnings Beat, Package Deliveries up 9%
Financial Performance

FedEx Earnings Beat, Package Deliveries up 9%

The company predicts a record holiday season after strong domestic and international shipping demand over Thanksgiving.
By Matthew Heller | December 20, 2017
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Maersk Line Buys German Rival Hamburg Süd
Strategy

Maersk Line Buys German Rival Hamburg Süd

The deal is part of a wave of consolidation in the container industry amid low freight rates that have driven down shippers' profits.
By Matthew Heller | December 2, 2016
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Your Supply Chain Is Riddled with Risk
Supply Chain

Your Supply Chain Is Riddled with Risk

While it's nice to cut supply-chain costs, don't choose a low-cost shipper without considering all cargo-related risks.
By Kevin Ingram | November 22, 2016
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International Shipholding Sinks Into Chapter 11
Strategy

International Shipholding Sinks Into Chapter 11

Amid the slump in commodity prices, the dry-goods shipper was unable to generate enough cash to satisfy creditors.
By Matthew Heller | August 1, 2016
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Industry Downturn Sinks Dry Bulk Shipper
Strategy

Industry Downturn Sinks Dry Bulk Shipper

Global Maritime Investments has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to decade-low charter rates for its ships.
By Matthew Heller | September 16, 2015
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UPS Profit Hit By Costs of ‘High Quality’ Holiday Service
The Economy

UPS Profit Hit By Costs of ‘High Quality’ Holiday Service

The delivery service muscled up for Christmas to avoid delivery problems, but demand came in below expectations.
By Matthew Heller | January 26, 2015
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