Averitt Expands Charleston Hub to Boost Port Efficiency

Averitt Expands Charleston Hub to Boost Port Efficiency

Averitt Express is expanding its Charleston logistics facility with new warehouse space and parking to address growing port freight volumes and improve logistics efficiency. By optimizing the supply chain, providing one-stop services, and leveraging its own assets, Averitt Express aims to offer customers more efficient and convenient logistics solutions and solidify its position in a key logistics hub. The expansion allows Averitt to better handle increased cargo flow and streamline operations, ultimately benefiting its customers with faster and more reliable service within the Charleston port region.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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CH Robinson Launches Unified Logistics Management Platform

CH Robinson Launches Unified Logistics Management Platform

C.H. Robinson has launched Managed Solutions, a platform integrating 3PL, 4PL, and TMS technologies to provide businesses with a one-stop logistics management service. This platform helps companies streamline logistics processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs through end-to-end visibility, automated workflows, and AI-powered capabilities, ultimately enabling smarter supply chain management. It offers a comprehensive approach to optimizing logistics operations and achieving greater supply chain agility.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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Unveiling the Roles and Operational Strategies of the Logistics Information Department

Unveiling the Roles and Operational Strategies of the Logistics Information Department

The Logistics Information Department serves as an information exchange platform between cargo owners and drivers in the modern logistics industry, addressing issues of information asymmetry. By collecting and publishing transportation information, it effectively facilitates transactions between both parties and enhances transport efficiency. Additionally, key steps in its operations include information collection, sourcing expansion, and transaction promotion, which lay a solid foundation for trust and cooperation in the logistics sector.

07/18/2025 Logistics
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E-Commerce Giants and Carriers Clash Over Data Control in Logistics

E-Commerce Giants and Carriers Clash Over Data Control in Logistics

The e-commerce logistics sector is undergoing a data competition, with platform companies intensifying control over data, leading to conflicts among courier companies. Meanwhile, the application of the sharing economy model in logistics is gradually maturing; however, market regulation and standards remain inadequate. Future legislation may be required to ensure data utilization and sharing rights. Logistics enterprises need to emphasize standardization and technological innovation to enhance market competitiveness and operational efficiency.

Logistics MA Trends Favor Strategic Growth Over Scale

Logistics MA Trends Favor Strategic Growth Over Scale

PwC's report indicates a shift in logistics M&A focus from scale expansion to strategic positioning. Buyers prioritize niche segments with reliable growth, operational efficiency, and high barriers to entry. Technology modernization, supply chain resilience, and specialized logistics services are key investment areas. This signals a future for the logistics industry characterized by greater sophistication, specialization, and intelligence, as companies seek to bolster their competitive advantage and navigate evolving market demands.

Amazons Sparrow Robot Boosts Warehouse Automation

Amazons Sparrow Robot Boosts Warehouse Automation

Amazon is testing a new humanoid robot named Sparrow, which utilizes computer vision and artificial intelligence to identify, pick, and handle a variety of products. This aims to improve warehouse operational efficiency. This move is a significant step in Amazon's ongoing efforts to advance logistics automation and reflects the growing demand for automated solutions in the entire logistics industry, foreshadowing a future where logistics centers will be more intelligent and efficient.

01/16/2026 Logistics
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Descartes Acquires Boxtop to Expand Logistics Network

Descartes Acquires Boxtop to Expand Logistics Network

Descartes' acquisition of BoxTop aims to empower the digital transformation of small and medium-sized logistics service providers (LSPs). By integrating BoxTop's freight management solutions with the Descartes Global Logistics Network, the acquisition enhances LSP operational efficiency and provides shippers with more efficient and transparent supply chain services. This acquisition represents a significant step in Descartes' strategic expansion and a key driver of digital transformation within the logistics industry.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Ninebot Expands to Singapore with Autonomous Delivery Deal

Ninebot Expands to Singapore with Autonomous Delivery Deal

Ninebot Segway Robotics and Singapore Post (SingPost) have entered into a strategic partnership to pilot autonomous driving logistics services in Singapore, covering various real-world delivery scenarios. This marks Ninebot Segway Robotics' first commercial operation in Southeast Asia, aiming to improve local logistics efficiency and optimize costs. The partnership will explore the use of autonomous delivery robots to address last-mile delivery challenges and enhance the overall logistics ecosystem in Singapore.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Logistics Guide Converting Tons to Kilograms Efficiently

Logistics Guide Converting Tons to Kilograms Efficiently

This article details the conversion relationship between commonly used weight units in the logistics industry: tons (t) and kilograms (kg), specifically, 1 ton = 1000 kilograms. Through practical examples and frequently asked questions, it helps readers master quick conversion techniques, improve logistics work efficiency, and avoid losses caused by unit errors. This guide provides a clear understanding of the fundamental weight conversion, crucial for accurate calculations and efficient operations in logistics.