Lineage Logistics Acquires Preferred Freezer Services

Lineage Logistics Acquires Preferred Freezer Services

Lineage Logistics acquired Preferred Freezer, solidifying its leadership position in temperature-controlled warehousing and expanding its global network. This acquisition strengthens Lineage's cold chain logistics capabilities, providing enhanced services and broader reach for its customers. The combined company will offer an even more comprehensive suite of solutions for managing and distributing temperature-sensitive products worldwide, ensuring food safety and minimizing waste throughout the supply chain. This move further cements Lineage's commitment to innovation and excellence in the cold storage industry.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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IBM Blockchain Enhances Global Food Supply Chain Transparency

IBM Blockchain Enhances Global Food Supply Chain Transparency

IBM Food Trust is a blockchain-based food supply chain solution designed to enhance food safety, optimize supply chain efficiency, and improve transparency. With a modular design and SaaS subscription model, it has attracted global retail giants like Walmart and Carrefour to join in building a smarter and safer food ecosystem. The platform aims to provide end-to-end traceability, enabling quicker identification and resolution of food safety issues, ultimately benefiting consumers and reducing waste within the food supply chain.

01/29/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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HS Codes Boost Circular Economy Through Trade Harmonization

HS Codes Boost Circular Economy Through Trade Harmonization

A WCO seminar explored optimizing HS codes to more accurately reflect the life cycle of materials like plastics, metals, and wood. The aim is to support environmentally sustainable trade and the circular economy. Discussions focused on how refined HS classifications can better track and manage resources throughout their lifespan, promoting reuse, recycling, and reduced waste. This initiative aligns with global efforts to foster a more sustainable and resource-efficient global trading system and facilitate the implementation of green customs practices.

02/03/2026 HS Code Query
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Botswana Customs Boosts Environmental Enforcement with Training

Botswana Customs Boosts Environmental Enforcement with Training

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), held a workshop in Botswana to enhance the capacity of customs officials in controlling hazardous waste and ozone-depleting substances. The workshop aimed to improve customs officers' knowledge and skills related to the identification, detection, and prevention of illegal trade in environmentally sensitive goods covered under various multilateral environmental agreements. This initiative underscores the importance of customs authorities in enforcing environmental regulations and combating environmental crime.

02/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Inventory Daily Closing The Key to Ensuring Accurate Warehouse Management for Enterprises

Inventory Daily Closing The Key to Ensuring Accurate Warehouse Management for Enterprises

Daily inventory accounting is a crucial activity for businesses, summarizing and reconciling stock at the end of each day. It not only ensures data accuracy amid complex supply chains but also improves management efficiency through technological advancements. This helps companies control operational costs and meet financial and audit requirements. Depending on the nature of different businesses, the frequency of inventory management should be flexibly determined to achieve optimal management results.

11/30/-0001 Warehousing
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Enhancing Business Competitiveness The Urgent Need and Strategies for Improving Logistics Management

Enhancing Business Competitiveness The Urgent Need and Strategies for Improving Logistics Management

Logistics management is crucial for businesses in modern competition; however, many companies fail to recognize its importance. This article analyzes current issues in logistics management and proposes improvement strategies, including the construction of information systems, cost control, and employee training, to enhance the overall competitiveness of enterprises.

07/23/2025 Logistics
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Efficient Identification and Location Management Principles Key to Enhancing Warehouse Operation Efficiency

Efficient Identification and Location Management Principles Key to Enhancing Warehouse Operation Efficiency

This paper delves into the principles of warehouse identification and location management, including clarity, standardization, process differentiation, and environmental requirements, to enhance logistics efficiency. By implementing effective labeling codes and storage layouts, businesses can achieve efficient warehouse management, thereby improving overall operational efficiency.

07/23/2025 Warehousing
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Cracking The Out Of Stock Dilemma Scientific Ways To Enhance Inventory Management

Cracking The Out Of Stock Dilemma Scientific Ways To Enhance Inventory Management

Stockouts directly impact sales and customer experience, making inventory management optimization crucial. This article explores the effects of market demand uncertainty, global supply chain complexity, and internal operations on inventory management, and proposes strategies including the establishment of intelligent inventory systems and flexible supply chains. The goal is to enhance corporate competitiveness and customer loyalty.

07/23/2025 Logistics
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