by Alex Pappas | Oct 7, 2011 | Green, Week in Global Logistics
Biofuel Research Can Lead to a Greener Supply Chain – The United States Department of Agriculture has budgeted $136 million for biofuel research. A University of Washington team received $40 million from the plan to research energy crops, which can ultimately lead to...
by Alex Pappas | Sep 30, 2011 | Green, Week in Global Logistics
Customs Testing New Cargo Entry Process – This week, Customs and Border Protection announced a pilot program that will simplify the U.S. customs entry process for ocean cargo. The program focuses on obtaining entry information earlier in the process, similar to the...
by Alex Pappas | Sep 23, 2011 | China, Green, Week in Global Logistics
Intermodal Rail Service Becomes Lucrative for Domestic Transport – Intermodal rail transport is becoming a competitive option for domestic shipments traditionally handled by truckload carriers. In fact, it is now being used on routes as short as 500 miles. According...
by Alex Pappas | Sep 16, 2011 | Green, Week in Global Logistics
Recycled Packaging In Your Supply Chain – Companies are looking at recycled packaging to help reduce their carbon footprint. Recycled paperboard, for example, is used by companies in a variety of industries because of its low cost, versatility, high quality,...
by Alex Pappas | Sep 2, 2011 | Green, Week in Global Logistics
Gibson Guitar Faces Lacey Act Scrutiny – Offices of the legendary guitar manufacturer were raided by federal agents as part of an investigation of wood used in their products. Detailed information is collected from imported wood and plant products under the...
by Alex Pappas | Aug 12, 2011 | Green, Week in Global Logistics
Stanford Unveils Solar Car for Australia Race – This week, Stanford University introduced their entry to the World Solar Challenge held in October. The car, named Xenith, will make the nearly 2,000 mile journey across Australia along with competitors from around the...