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Michael Hegeman, VP Business Development for logistics software expert&nbsp;

AUSTIN, TX. MARCH 23, 2023 – Logistics automation specialist Fleet Enable today named technology sales veteran Michael Hegeman its Vice President of Business Development. The software innovator said it selected Mr. Hegeman to harness booming demand for technology that streamlines supply chains.&nbsp;

Fleet Enable said Mr. Hegeman, a 15-year sales technology veteran, would target the U.S. final-mile segment. Fleet Enable specializes in automating those firms that deliver freight to homes and offices. The company said Mr. Hegeman would have responsibility for sales and marketing units.

“There’s a strong demand in the market for Fleet Enable technology,” said company CEO Krishna Vattipalli. “A dedicated Business Development executive allows us to work with potential customers closely to understand their needs, and with Mike’s experience in the final-mile sector, he’ll show how technology can solve their problems.”

Mr. Hegeman comes to Fleet Enable from eTrac Technologies, the supply chain visibility company. He previously held executive sales roles with firms including AT&amp;T and Blackberry.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Fleet Enable said it experienced unprecedented sales demand in the first quarter of 2023. It attributed the upsurge to final-mile motor carriers struggling to overcome supply chain disruption and increased competition. In response, Fleet Enable said it would invest throughout 2023 to further strengthen engineering, sales and customer service capabilities.&nbsp;

“Carriers are underwater managing their operations, and desperately need to automate their processes,” explained Mr. Vattipalli. “Fleet Enable is a cloud based and SaaS product which gives them access to modern technology at a low cost with continuous enhancements and excellent customer service.”

Fleet Enable said its software digitizes all aspects of final-mile operations. The company said it has helped carriers automate everything from route design to fleet management and driver payroll. Fleet Enable said it could help customers reduce costs while improving their margins and enhancing their service.

About Fleet Enable

Austin, TX based Fleet Enable provides a logistics software platform designed to automate all aspects of the final mile delivery market. Fleet Enable automates everything from routing and scheduling to invoicing and driver pay.&nbsp;Fleet Enable's end-to-end Final Mile Management System makes enterprise-level technology accessible for all Carriers. Learn more about Fleet Enable at<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetenable.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7C514e45ca6c7c40f8f3d808db2b6f4092%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C0%7C0%7C638151529066392281%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=VNUV8LPKMaXSSqDGaeT9JEJ%2FLOnW65Jf2S1f%2FkPwn3o%3D&amp;reserved=0" originalsrc="http://www.fleetenable.com/" shash="wXBsKQxRQZfJMw4rzKT9hfeVMtKQCcpdW4fNZlMabMNdcaOmhDjjtBi95S0c/u26/4iUdueFItoy8BFmgHqMqMwQdXTT0jVlOKRfCTTFJIkM6OX/csTDGyPO+zxBf3Z7RPtvS2Qfyn/yct7mGuuzVl+JEcjTUKPEgN6pLFeVZZ8=" style="color:#0078d7" target="_blank" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetenable.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7C514e45ca6c7c40f8f3d808db2b6f4092%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C0%7C0%7C638151529066392281%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=VNUV8LPKMaXSSqDGaeT9JEJ%2FLOnW65Jf2S1f%2FkPwn3o%3D&amp;reserved=0">&nbsp;www.fleetenable.com</a>.

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Fleet Enable names tech sales exec to lead growth charge

BENTONVILLE, AR, MARCH 8, 2023 – Logistics technology creator Imaginnovate today introduced a new business unit enabling organizations to build resilient supply chains and predict their outcomes. Imaginnovate said its Data Science Services group would provide analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions to logistics companies.&nbsp;&nbsp;It said the new group was created partly in response to supply chain problems surfaced by the recent Covid-19 pandemic.

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“The pandemic has impacted the world and it exposed the inefficiencies in the supply chain,” said Imaginnovate CEO Krishna Vattipalli. “Supply chain operators have large volumes of business data in their systems, and by analyzing this data with machine learning and artificial intelligence, they can build predictive models to create effective supply chain solutions.”

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Imaginnovate said its Data Science Services unit would help logistics firms develop technology to guide decision-making. It promised to automate processes like order management, rating, freight matching, carrier booking, notifications, appointment scheduling, routing and invoicing.

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It’s believed that technology could eliminate roadblocks that caused supply chain breakdowns during the pandemic. Those included transportation disruption, cargo delays and missed deliveries. “Data analysis will allow organizations to understand trade and transportation patterns and based on that, make critical business decisions,” explained Mr. Vattipalli.

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Industry surveys indicate that most supply chain operators intend to make data analysis a core competency, Imaginnovate said. Research also shows that most don’t have the technological know-how to succeed. Imaginnovate said it would collaborate with clients to develop the capability.

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Imaginnovate said its Data Science Services group would begin with 15 data scientists, analysts and domain experts. It envisions a team of 100 by year-end.&nbsp;Ravi Chavali, a technology veteran with more than 20 years of experience in data analysis and data science, will serve as President of the unit.

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Goal is to build resilient supply chains with machine learning and AI

 




Goal is to build resilient supply chains with machine learning and AI

 
Goal is to build resilient supply chains with machine learning and AI

According to Imaginnovate, Data Science Services fulfills the company’ desire to offer strategic partnership to logistics clients. “We have teams that offer Consulting, Software application development, Data Science, Technical Support and Dedicated Resource Centers specifically for organizations in transportation and logistics,” pointed out Mr. Vattipalli.&nbsp; “Logistics companies that are growth oriented and are looking to modernize their end-to-end operations can turn to us as their reliable partner.”

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About Imaginnovate

Imaginnovate is a 10-year-old digital solution company supporting the freight transportation and logistics industry. It provides innovation for transportation and logistic companies ranging from start-ups to the nation’s largest carriers. Its solutions touch the entire supply chain and include route optimization, load management, routing and scheduling, capacity management, fleet optimization and rate prediction. Imaginnovate has a 150-person development team working to automate freight transportation and logistics. Learn more about Imaginnovate at<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.imaginnovate.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7C9f216f564d67405e708708db1ee8032f%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C0%7C0%7C638137754058548688%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Ww5ZBm8NOI47vuyn1uq%2FdFsroa8RQxLafls9Pelp8CU%3D&amp;reserved=0" originalsrc="http://www.imaginnovate.com/" shash="z4alYDZnOidJsu01jHggKKHSa7XFqh3JbEn+S1Dz3Gj3VinvIEssAml/d8XMAXYqQ7sQ0uMUj0gabDTIyY2x+s3WQb3EG2QuKDpPO+h/YDEvVVtSxdnwOnHfrHUL0FOdFYv+/XJKSvwlW8trJFFXRbugTiNqfVW5AtTrWHfKO6s=" style="color:#0078d7" title="Original URL:
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Imaginnovate creates Data Science unit for logistics sector

Tacoma, WA, February 13, 2023 – World Distribution Services (WDS), a World Group company and leading provider of creative warehouse logistics solutions, hosted the grand opening of its new 300,000-square-foot Tacoma warehouse and distribution center on Wednesday, February 1. &nbsp;Representing WDS’s first west coast facility, the new Tacoma facility will further bolster World Group’s robust presence in the Pacific Northwest. 



Fully staffed and operational, WDS Tacoma offers cross-dock and transload services, distribution and fulfillment, and e-commerce capability. With a 36-foot clear height, 46 dock doors, a state-of-the-art warehouse management system (WMS), and ample parking for trailers, the new location offers a variety of storage and distribution solutions to the region and acts as a gateway to the US interior for importers using the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma. 



The grand opening event drew a mix of local customers, government representatives, World Group employees, and officials from The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA), including CEO John Wolfe and Commissioner Kristin Ang, who also spoke on the brief agenda. WDS President Duncan Wright kicked off the event by sharing how the Pacific Northwest became a focal point over the last 12 months for WDS and for World Group overall. 
 
“CEO Wolfe and I were glad to participate in World Distribution Services’ grand opening ceremony,” said Commissioner Kristin Ang of The Northwest Seaport Alliance. “Both WDS and UWL have been welcome assets to the logistics community, and we’re glad that they are bringing their longstanding experience and expertise to our gateway. The future is bright between our organizations, and we look forward to continuing to expand our partnership.”



As part of the World Group’s commitment to growth in the Pacific Northwest, WDS will support its sister company UWL by servicing Sun Chief Express, the fastest ocean service between Vietnam and the west coast of the United States. Offering a 17-day transit time from Haiphong, Vietnam to Seattle, Washington, and a 20-day transit from Ho Chi Minh City to Seattle, Sun Chief was introduced in early 2022 by UWL, which contracted with Swire Shipping to develop an innovative solution that addressed the market need for speed, reliability, and consistency during a truly chaotic time in global supply chain. Today, those same attributes are in demand as customers continue to use Sun Chief to ensure their freight arrives on-schedule for quick and easy distribution. 



Further demonstrating its commitment to the Pacific Northwest and Sun Chief, the World Group recently acquired Pacific Cascade, a distribution and trucking organization in nearby Sumner, Washington, which will provide enhanced trucking and distribution services in the region. In addition, World Group recently announced UWL is opening a new 4,200-square-foot office in Seattle, which is strategically situated between the Port of Tacoma and Port of Seattle and serves as another indicator that the company is dedicated to expanding its footprint in the region.



“This event was a great way to connect the dots and put some faces to names,” said World Group CEO Fred Hunger. “And it was gratifying to hear from port officials that the services we are providing are needed in the market. We are looking forward to continuing to grow our relationships locally and globally to serve our customers.” 



The new Tacoma facility represents WDS’s fourth new warehouse in less than two years, underscoring the company’s dedication to meeting customer demand as well as its commitment to strategic growth. With the addition of the Tacoma warehouse, WDS can offer customers 2.3 million square feet of space across 10 facilities throughout the United States. 



“The logistics solutions offered by WDS are a critical part of our growth strategy, especially as we double-down on our stronghold in the Pacific Northwest. We have proven that we are prepared to swiftly expand our presence in markets that meet our customers’ needs and help us realize our strategic vision,” said Wright.



About World Distribution Services: World Distribution Services is a leading provider of complete warehouse and distribution logistics. Their areas of expertise include cross-docking, transloading, e-commerce and retail fulfillment, and local and&nbsp;nationwide transportation services. With a national network of strategically situated distribution centers, experienced employees, and full-service product capabilities, World Distribution Services makes fulfillment and distribution scalable, flexible, and customized. Visit their website to learn more: <a href="http://www.worldds.net" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">www.worldds.net</a>.



About World Group: World Group was founded over 60 years ago as a pioneer in vessel agency services on the Great Lakes. Today, they are home to a portfolio of globally trusted brands that deliver end-to-end supply chain solutions, powered by innovative technology for a new level of visibility and data analytics. With industry-leading products in ocean drayage and domestic trucking, freight forwarding/NCOCC, air freight, customs house brokerage, vessel husbandry, and warehousing and distribution, customers around the globe trust World Group brands to simplify supply chains and reliably move freight. Learn more at <a href="http://www.worldgrouplogistics.com" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">www.worldgrouplogistics.com</a>

World Distribution Services Celebrates Grand Opening of New Warehouse and Distribution Center in Tacoma 

HIGH POINT, N.C. – From maximizing technology to marshalling the resources needed to overcome unexpected obstacles, the agenda for the American Home Furnishings Alliance Annual Logistics Conference will help attendees “Turn the Tide” in 2023.

Four-time U.S. Olympian luger Ruben Gonzalez is the opening keynote presenter for the June 12-14 event at the Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, S.C. A self-described “ordinary guy,” Gonzalez was not athletic growing up and recalls being the last kid picked for teams in physical education classes. He’ll share how his life changed when he took up the sport of luge. “His message will inspire attendees to think bigger, aim higher and take bolder action,” says Mike Padjen, executive director of AHFA’s Specialized Furniture Carriers division, which sponsors the annual conference. Gonzalez is now training in Park City, Utah, for his fifth Winter Olympics in 2026.



The June agenda covers a broad range of topics important to today’s transportation and logistics executives in the home furnishings industry. A panel discussion presented by the Material Handling Institute will address the current and future state of automation in the furniture/bulk package supply chain. Additional sessions will cover the state of the ocean shipping and trucking industries, the future impact of sustainability and ESG initiatives on the furniture supply chain, an economic outlook and more. &nbsp;



The conference program also includes several social events, including a private reception at the South Carolina Aquarium in historic downtown Charleston, where attendees will enjoy &nbsp;sweeping views of the Charleston Harbor from the open-air decks.&nbsp;A tour of Charleston Port, the deepest harbor on the East Coast, and a pre-conference golf outing at Westcott Plantation also are on tap.



To maximize attendees’ conference experience, the discounted conference room rate of $209 at the Francis Marion is available for four days prior to and four days after the conference dates, subject to availability. The deadline for reservations at the discounted rate is May 19. Call 877-756-2121 for reservations and reference the AHFA Logistics Conference to receive the group rate. 



The Logistics Conference is open to all transportation and logistics executives in the home furnishings industry. Both AHFA members and non-members may register at <a name="_Hlk126336495"></a><a href="https://www.ahfa.us/event-template/2023-logistics-conference" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">https://www.ahfa.us/event-template/2023-logistics-conference</a>. 



<a name="_Hlk126336439">The South Carolina Ports Authority is the Platinum Sponsor of this year’s event. Additional sponsorships at three different levels are available.&nbsp; Details are available by contacting Mike Padjen at </a><a href="mailto:mpadjen@ahfa.us" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">mpadjen@ahfa.us</a> or calling 336-881-1010.

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The American Home Furnishings Alliance, based in High Point, N.C., represents more than 200 leading furniture manufacturers and distributors, plus about 150 suppliers to the furniture industry worldwide. The supplier division includes 17 transportation and logistics companies that make up the Specialized Furniture Carriers.

Olympian luger to keynote logistics conference

AUSTIN, TX, JAN. 19, 2023 – Logistics technology creator Fleet Enable announced today it’s expanding into the air cargo market. The software innovator said its automation platform is being aimed at final-mile carriers delivering shipments imported by air. Fleet Enable said it would enter the market with its namesake software this spring.&nbsp;&nbsp;

According to Fleet Enable, its technology would allow motor carriers to automate all aspects of air cargo delivery. Everything from order taking and route planning to invoicing and driver pay could be streamlined, the company said. Fleet Enable is already in use by final-mile carriers delivering ground shipments.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“We have identified that there is a need in the air cargo market for a modern automated last-mile software solution, which is efficient and cost-effective.” said Fleet Enable CEO Krishna Vattipalli. “Over the last 12 months we have been developing features and functionality that are unique to the air cargo business.”

Fleet Enable said its technology could solve the biggest problems afflicting final-mile carriers of air cargo. Those include cargo tracking and visibility, truck capacity planning and manual shipment routing. Automation would make each task more efficient and less costly, Fleet Enable said.

Final-mile carriers in the air cargo market collect freight at airports, sort it at warehouses, then deliver it. The shipments are generally high value and time sensitive.&nbsp;&nbsp;

That puts a premium on efficient, error-free cargo handling, Fleet Enable said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Here’s how the company said its automation software could ease the pressure of final-mile air cargo delivery:

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	There’s a recovery dispatch board that projects the earliest pick-up time for cargo arriving at airports.
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	A capacity management algorithm factors the weight and dimensions of freight and truck floor space when auto-routing deliveries.
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	Recurring shipment stops are created to accommodate the standard daily routes.
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	The tool creates the ability to manage linehaul routes.
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Fleet Enable said its final-mile platform would be marketed to air cargo carriers employing their own drivers or independent contractors. It said the tool would be available to anyone with internet connectivity. The company added that there’s a mobile app for drivers delivering shipments to cargo owners.

“This is a very time sensitive and complex business,” said Mr. Vattipalli. “We are focused on this unique industry and leveraging the latest modern software to help final-mile carriers scale and grow.”&nbsp;

About Fleet Enable

Austin, TX based Fleet Enable provides a logistics software platform designed to automate all aspects of the final mile delivery market. Fleet Enable automates everything from routing and scheduling to invoicing and driver pay.&nbsp; Fleet Enable's end-to-end Final Mile Management System makes enterprise-level technology accessible for all Carriers. Learn more about Fleet Enable at<a contenteditable="false" href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetenable.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7Cf1a260b109cc4114f27f08daf96782f5%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C0%7C0%7C638096520646503419%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Aouzvvb7veGz2npMi2XourTEiLdAKa9WE1J1Q%2FlMDkY%3D&amp;reserved=0" originalsrc="http://www.fleetenable.com/" shash="Ytg8CivkDFOg8yWmzjnpcxd573olrZe59iqdrdXxKILGt0xcqfHzlrpMbjI+WRCGYLWh+Wzu0qLsz2AVVHCXext9wWN26dI7TyeQxrqNQtBUL1E8u2icW3HLAV24PqxO0/LA7HSsWXlEMFAvsAiVjD5Nof72q0yKQ3LmqHlx41Q=" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fleetenable.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7Cf1a260b109cc4114f27f08daf96782f5%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C0%7C0%7C638096520646503419%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Aouzvvb7veGz2npMi2XourTEiLdAKa9WE1J1Q%2FlMDkY%3D&amp;reserved=0"> www.fleetenable.com</a>.

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Fleet Enable bringing final-mile tech to air cargo market

BENTONVILLE, ARK, DEC. 21, 2022 – Logistics studio, an innovator in logistics technologies, announced today it has automated shipment pricing to bolster freight markets in a challenging downturn. The software creator said its new Dynamic Pricing Engine would shape rate-making decisions for carriers and brokers. It added that the latest automation tool could help those engaged in freight hauling shore up profitability.&nbsp;

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“Shipment volumes have come down and with the fears of recession in 2023 looming, most logistics companies are cutting down on budgets,” said Krishna Vattipalli, CEO of Imaginnovate, the company that operates the Logistics Studio. “The industry as a whole needs more solutions that can automate operational processes so that organizations can maintain a healthy profit margin.”

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The Logistics Studio said its automated pricing engine could provide real-time rate information for individual freight lanes. It would draw from existing rate sources, while factoring variables such as geography, equipment supply and market trends. The Logistics Studio said its software would set rate boundaries for customer pricing negotiations.

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Bentonville, Ark-based Imaginnovate introduced its Logistics Studio last May. The virtual technology laboratory provides digital strategy, technology roadmaps, and digital solutions for supply chain clients.&nbsp;

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The Dynamic Pricing Engine is the Logistics Studio’s latest creation.&nbsp;The software rolls out as carriers face a slowdown in freight markets. Cargo volumes have declined in the past year due largely to softening consumer spending.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Freight haulers feeling the pinch should automate time-consuming manual processes to pare costs, the Logistics Studio said. The software maker said its Dynamic Pricing Engine would streamline rate making by eliminating outmoded manual price modeling.&nbsp;

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Carrier sales teams currently use multiple systems to derive rates, according to the Logistics Studio. It called the practice time consuming, duplicative and open to contradictory data interpretation that muddies pricing decisions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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“We developed the Dynamic Pricing Engine to bring commonality into the rating process,” said Mr. Vattipalli. “The goal is one source of truth for everyone in an organization.”

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The Logistics Studio said dynamic pricing would benefit carriers and brokers in three ways:

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The Dynamic Pricing Engine is stand-alone software, the Logistics Studio explained, but could be integrated with Transportation Management Systems.&nbsp;

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About Imaginnovate

Imaginnovate is a 9-year-old digital solution company supporting the freight transportation and logistics industry. It provides innovation for transportation and logistic companies ranging from start-ups to the nation's largest carriers. Its solutions touch the entire supply chain and include route optimization, load management, routing and scheduling, capacity management, fleet optimization, and rate prediction. Imaginnovate has a 150-person development team working to automate freight transportation and logistics. Learn more about Imaginnovate at&nbsp;<a contenteditable="false" href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.imaginnovate.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7C5fc5a034b5554f2612b408dae2b4ef40%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C0%7C0%7C638071564020138949%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Kn5sKAoxuyAsJ7ViTVIaXYcqoa2OFSFt2RgxXqPiu%2Fg%3D&amp;reserved=0" originalsrc="http://www.imaginnovate.com/" shash="TRo3t7LUM5GonUcoVMk9C+MtYLulE/4Elf4RaluJbyGkTweY4QQMgLJstoaPBAeiFm3H2x7Pw7+OiKJhV4buty4qXDFGdx9H1xq6J4FVqsrzdET4QMU6rmEZFkaNdpsneVSYdrDHflAGj7dyqdwVwLdCuU9Z/kVnOzm24E5upuM=" title="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.imaginnovate.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7C5fc5a034b5554f2612b408dae2b4ef40%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C0%7C0%7C638071564020138949%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Kn5sKAoxuyAsJ7ViTVIaXYcqoa2OFSFt2RgxXqPiu%2Fg%3D&amp;reserved=0">www.imaginnovate.com</a>.

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Logistics Studio’s new automation target: pricing

Allstates WorldCargo, a leader in global supply chain solutions, recently announced it has completed its acquisition of Dove Logistics &amp; Transportation (Dove), a medium-sized, full-service global logistics and transportation company located in Dallas, Texas.“This acquisition comes at an exciting time for our company,” said Kendra Tanner, president &amp; CEO of Allstates WorldCargo. “We continue to look for opportunities to serve our growing customer base and expand our footprint in the US and international markets.” According to Tanner, “Dove was the perfect strategic fit for Allstates WorldCargo. Our company cultures were very similar, and we shared a commitment to providing exceptional customer service. By acquiring a business with shared values and a dedicated team of experts in place, we’re able to offer more services and value to our customers.”In 2020, Clarendon Capital, a private equity firm focused on making investments connected to the transportation, logistics, supply chain and distribution sectors, invested in Allstates WorldCargo to accelerate growth through geographic expansion and enhanced service offerings. The Dove acquisition is indicative of our commitment to strategic growth and expansion through acquisitions.

Allstates WorldCargo completes acquisition of Dove Logistics & Transportation

MTS Logistics is proud to announce that our <a href="https://www.classy.org/campaign/11th-annual-bike-tour-with-mts-for-autism/c330374" target="_blank">11th Annual Bike Tou</a>r with MTS for Autism will take place on Saturday, June 12th, 2021.What a difference a year makes: one year ago, we were just beginning to “stay at home” and “work from home” to protect our fellow citizens.This year, June’s event will offer a safe and fun outdoor activity for the shipping, logistics, transportation, and business industries to participate in a great cause. We ask you to join us in exceeding our biggest goal ever: $80,000. MTS Logistics vows to emerge from our latest event stronger than ever – with more money raised and more lives affected for the better.All proceeds raised from this year’s event will be donated to Spectrum Works, a nonprofit that provides job training and employment to young adults with autism and builds inclusive workforces for companies.Spectrum Works is currently developing a first-of-its-kind technology platform called Spectrum BRIDGE. It will connect companies, schools, caregivers, and individuals with autism to the education, resources, tools, support, and ecosystem needed to increase the employment opportunities for people with autism.MTS Logistics and Spectrum Works will work together to meet their goal of providing 25,000 jobs to individuals with autism by 2025. The unemployment rate for the autism community is around 80% – nearly 13 times the national average.MTS Logistics will provide 10 Spectrum BRIDGE “Autism in the Workplace” Education sessions to our sponsors and donate the funds to Spectrum Works for these training sessions (a $500 value per company) – a contribution that will directly change peoples’ lives. It’s a true game changer….please join us!<div class="su-quote su-quote-style-default"><div class="su-quote-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim">“The past year has been challenging for all of us. We all watched as the world shut down – and stayed shut – for the better part of a year. Now, with the distribution of vaccines among the population, it’s time to begin a return to normal," said MTS Logistics President Sedat Saka.Though the cause of autism awareness has been near and dear to MTS Logistics for many years, this year’s Bike Tour event has even more significance. After a critical economic downturn during 2020, non-profits need our collective support more than ever before.Please consider joining us and biking with us for some clean outdoor fun to support autism awareness and Spectrum Works in its mission to bring job training to young adults with autism. In the process, you will be part of a great cause and enjoy a fun safe event.”</div></div>This year, event participants will be provided a light and healthy brunch, a bike jersey, and a free bike rental. We are excited to announce that kids are welcome to join their parents for brunch.MTS Logistics will also hold a raffle and give away four free bikes to four lucky supporters as we seek to promote a greener, healthier world. Learn more about the <a href="https://www.classy.org/campaign/11th-annual-bike-tour-with-mts-for-autism/c330374" target="_blank">event here</a>.

11TH ANNUAL BIKE TOUR WITH MTS FOR AUTISM

<div class="page" title="Page 1"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">With first quarter volumes down, Port of Nansha comes racing back with positive gains. North American trade is up 55.41%.The Port of Nansha, the only deep sea port on the west bank of the Pearl River Delta, located north of Hong Kong in the region known as the Greater Bay Area (GBA) started slow but finished strong in 2020. There was no doubt the first quarter last year for Port of Nansha was down like most of the industry. But the Port of Nansha, part of the Guangzhou Port Group (GPG), erupted over the next three quarters to remain as the fifth largest port in the world with 23.51 million TEUs, up 1.2% vs 2019. Notably, volumes to and from North America had grown 55.7% over 2019.Nansha, which generates approximately 75% of the total GPG volume, saw volumes grow again for the 15th year in a row. Year over year growth since 2004 reflects the ongoing migration of the GBA’s manufacturing to the western side of the Pearl River Delta. The Port’s growth is a feature of the GBA’s own expansion, as the economies in the cities of Guangzhou and Shenzhen have matured from manufacturing hubs to urban centers. Like Hong Kong, these cities now boast a large population of consumers, and imports of perishables and consumer products are growing at double digit rates building a two-way trade for the Port of Nansha.To keep up with demand, Nansha plans an exciting year ahead with the opening of their On Dock Rail System, A State of the Art Eight-Story Cold Logistics Facility, 350,000sq meter Dry Warehouse Facility, and the opening of their 4th Fully Automated Terminal adding 5 million teu capacity</div></div></div>

After a slow start in 2020, Port of Nansha comes through with a strong finish

It is with great pleasure to announce the appointment of Steve Walter as General Manager for our Houston office. Steve has taken up his new role as from 1 January 2021 and brings a wealth of commercial, operational and management experience from his 23 years in the freight industry to his new role at Bertling. In his career, Steve has worked for both large multinationals as well as with industry specialist companies and most recently headed the business development team at CEVA Logistics.We have sincere trust in Steve’s know-how and expertise and are convinced that he will help us to enhance our business activities in North America and beyond. He will be a responsible leader for our Houston team and will be instrumental to grow our business and market coverage in North America. Steve will also play an instrumental role in identifying new business areas in North America and, as we will hopefully in the near future move into the Covid-19 recovery period, help us to realize these new opportunities to broaden our service offering in this important market.ABOUT BERTLINGBertling was founded in Germany more than 155 years ago and has since then developed from a local chartering and ship-owning business to a globally recognized logistics and shipping company offering complex project freight forwarding, GFF and resupply transport solutions as well as worldwide leading ship-owning, chartering and brokerage services to its global clients. Bertling’s value add in-house IT services encompass state-of-the art transport management tools, real-time tracking/tracing, reporting and overall digitalization solutions to build sustainable, highly visible and efficiently-run supply-chains for transports and projects of any scale. Working with an international network of 52 offices in 33 countries and dedicated partners plus 700 logistics employees, Bertling is ideally positioned to provide end-to-end turnkey logistics and shipping services to the power generation, oil &amp; gas, mining &amp; construction, infrastructure, renewables and petrochemical industry. To Bertling’s highly specialized logistics services also belong Bertling Enviro, Bertling Bulk Liquids, Bertling Class 1 and Bertling Trucking solutions. More information is available on <a href="http://www.bertling.com/">www.bertling.com</a>.

Bertling Logistics appoints Steve Walter as new Head for Houston office

The CMA CGM Group, a world leader in shipping and logistics, today announced several Thanksgiving initiatives to support Americans in need, including the donation of 10,000 turkeys and thousands of meals to help make celebrating the holidays possible for families nationwide. Distributing turkeys across the nation to cities heavily impacted in 2020Turkey distributions will begin on Friday, Nov. 13 in Lake Charles (La.) to assist hurricane victims and their families. The distributions will continue the following week on Friday, Nov. 20 in Houston (Texas), Los Angeles (Calif.) and Nashville (Tenn.), all of which have been heavily impacted by COVID-19 and various natural disasters. The CMA CGM Group will complete turkey distributions on Saturday, Nov. 21 in Norfolk (Va.), where CMA CGM’s U.S. headquarters is located. CMA CGM will also provide a refrigerated container to support the Marina Cartage turkey distribution in Chicago (Ill.), on Saturday, Nov. 21. The entire CMA CGM Group committed to support Thanksgiving charitable initiatives across the U.S. Turkeys donated in Lake Charles and Houston are being coordinated through CMA CGM Group subsidiary CEVA Logistics, who is also providing U.S. ground transportation for all of the distributions. American President Lines (APL), the Group subsidiary dedicated to serving the U.S. government and its military, is participating in the USO Turkeys for Troops program with the donation of food baskets as well as volunteering at the distribution on Thursday, Nov. 19. CMA CGM’s strategic partnerships to donate Thanksgiving meals The Group is also coordinating with various port partners during the week of Thanksgiving to donate meals in Norfolk (Port of Virginia), Charleston (South Carolina Port Authority), Savannah (Georgia Port Authority) and Los Angeles (LA Port Authority). Charitable organizations helping with these initiatives include the United Way, the Salvation Army, Savannah Feed the Hungry, the USO/Turkeys for Troops, Houston Foodbank and Logistics Victory Los Angeles (LoVLA). Deeply committed to serving America This effort is part of CMA CGM’s continued commitment to the U.S. In the past few months, CMA CGM has provided critical supplies, including large refrigerated containers with generator sets to several Louisiana communities impacted by Hurricane Laura. The company also provided much-needed firefighting equipment and storage containers to support relief efforts related to the recent California wildfires. As the nation’s top ocean-freight carrier, CMA CGM serves 19 U.S. ports with 34 services and 93 weekly port calls. The CMA CGM Group employs more than 12,000 team members across the U.S. and is also a leading provider of logistics services through its subsidiary CEVA Logistics.In addition, the Group’s subsidiary, American President Lines (APL), operates a fleet of U.S.-flagged vessels and supports U.S. territories and American military stationed around the world. Ed Aldridge, President of CMA CGM America and American President Lines North America, stated, “CMA CGM plays a critical role in driving the U.S. economy forward, and it is an honor to be able to give back to communities across America, especially during such a challenging time. While COVID-19 has fundamentally shifted how many American families will celebrate Thanksgiving this year, we are very proud to be providing a bit of ‘home’ to those in need this holiday season by donating turkeys and special Thanksgiving meals nationwide.” About CMA CGMLed by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group is a world leader in shipping and logistics. Its 500 vessels serve more than 420 ports across five continents around the world and carried nearly 22 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) in 2019. With CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics services, CMA CGM handles more than 500,000 tons of airfreight and 1.9 million tons of inland freight every year.CMA CGM is constantly innovating to offer customers new maritime, inland and logistics solutions.Present on every continent and in 160 countries through its network of 755 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs 110,000 people worldwide, of which 2,400 in Marseille where its head office is located. Press contact: Amber Leonard (804) 218-8933<a href="mailto:usa.aleonard@usa.cma-cgm.com">usa.aleonard@usa.cma-cgm.com</a><a href="mailto:media@cma-cgm.com">media@cma-cgm.com</a>

The CMA CGM Group supports more than 35,000 Americans with Thanksgiving food donations

<div class="page" title="Page 1"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">On September 13th, the Captain and crew of the COSCO SHIPPING Lines container ship COSCO MALAYSIA rescued a sailboat crew in distress in the Gulf of Mexico, 130 nautical miles west of Port Tampa Bay, Florida.At 8:22 local time, the COSCO MALAYSIA received a distress call from the sailboat and immediately carried out rescue operations under instruction from local U.S. Coast Guard officials.<div class="page" title="Page 2"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">At 11:00 local time, the four seafarers on the distressed sailboat were successfully rescued by the crew of COSCO MALAYSIA and boarded the over 1,000 feet long 8,500 TEU container ship safely.<div class="page" title="Page 2"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">The crew of COSCO MALAYSIA provided water, food and dry clothing for the rescued party while complying with all regulations including appropriate social</div></div></div><div class="page" title="Page 3"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">distancing measures. The rescuees disembarked approximately 21:00 local time at the Port Tampa Bay in Florida.Mr. Paul Anderson, President &amp; CEO of Port Tampa Bay said, “The COSCO MALAYSIA was on her way to Port Tampa Bay from Mobile, Alabama, and Tropical Storm Sally caused severe weather and waves in the Gulf of Mexico. We are thankful that the COSCO MALAYSIA and her crew were able to save the sailors and bring them to safety. Mariners saving fellow mariners, this has been going on for millenniums, and part of what a mariner is called upon to do.”</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

COSCO MALAYSIA rescues four from sailboat off Tampa Port, Florida

The liner shipping industry, which operates container ships and vehicle carriers, has continued to move the cargo on which the world relies despite the global pandemic. As governments, companies, individuals, and institutions respond to the COVID-19 crisis, the first focus is and must be on protecting health and human life. Even as the crisis upends daily life, people continue to have basic needs for food, medicine, and other supplies. And even as we all take steps to address the immediate situation, countries across the globe are preparing for recovery.Both activities – meeting basic human needs and supporting global economic activity – depend heavily on international maritime supply chains, and those supply chains are dependent upon the movement of container ships and the cargo they carry. The range of items moved in containers is incredibly varied, from fresh and frozen food, agricultural products, clothes, medicines and finished electronics, to chemicals, paper and industrial supplies that support manufacturing around the world.The front-line colleagues that keep the ships moving and delivering supplies to populations around the world are the seafarers that serve on the industry’s ships. In many cases these men and women have extended their contracts onboard to keep ships moving, making it possible to keep store shelves stocked and essential supplies moving. Shipping companies know that seafarers are the backbone of international supply chains, and companies are working to keep seafarers safe and to find ways amidst travel restrictions and quarantine requirements to plan for rotating ships’ crews as it becomes safe to do so. Seafarers and the ships they guide across the oceans are essential to the delivery of critical consumer products and industrial goods; however, they do not deliver those goods by themselves. In order for cargo to get from its origin to the port and from the port onto the ship – and at the end of the sea voyage to be unloaded and moved to its ultimate destination – there are many essential professionals that form what we refer to as the “supply chain.” That supply chain is made up of multiple businesses and individuals, each of which has a hand in making sure the goods get where they are going. These people include warehouse workers, truck drivers, train operators, longshore workers, customs officers, documentation specialists, and many more. These people are as critical as seafarers to keeping goods moving, and they must also continue to be recognized as “essential workers” and provided with the appropriate workplace protocols and supplies to allow them to continue to work as safely as possible.One of the single most important things that national and local governments can do right now is to support policies that ensure that the flow of cargo through the world’s ports remains fluid. In many parts of the world, back-ups at warehouses, shortages of truck drivers, and scheduled deliveries of goods that importers cannot sell are causing cargo owners to leave cargo at the ports. A delay or disruption in one part of the supply chain becomes a bottleneck and will trigger another delay or disruption elsewhere – ultimately affecting the movement of critical food and supplies. The integrity of the international supply chain is dependent upon the continuous flow of goods. Recognizing that the solutions to these problems are physically difficult and economically costly for everyone involved, the fact remains that if the ports become congested, then the entire system breaks down. Shipping companies are offering solutions including extended transit times, storage in transit, and other innovative approaches, but at the end of the day everyone in the supply chain must remain focused on keeping cargo moving through the ports. This issue cannot become “someone else’s problem.” It is everyone’s problem, and the pain and the solutions must be shared.The world and every part of society are being tested in ways that we have not seen in many decades. The liner shipping industry is adapting and responding to the challenge, and we are moving the world’s cargo. The difficulties are many, and there have been and will be disruptions and delays. This is not business as usual. What does not change is that each of us engaged in this collective maritime transportation enterprise must remain focused on two things: (1) protecting and supporting the people that keep goods moving, and (2) keeping cargo moving through the world’s ports so that food, medicine, and supplies can reach their destination. The full statement is also available at: <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldshipping.org%2Findustry-issues%2Fcoronavirus-covid19%2Fmaintaining-flow-of-goods-covid19&amp;data=02%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7Cf3c2ce90dafe4a1cfca508d7da6de74d%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C1%7C0%7C637218037883260703&amp;sdata=2OSkJSdHRrEpQNTialYr6SWgxWqrs7kFkgxlUwXPFNw%3D&amp;reserved=0">http://www.worldshipping.org/industry-issues/coronavirus-covid19/maintaining-flow-of-goods-covid19</a>

Maintaining the Flow of Goods is Essential Work in the Battle Against COVID-19

Dear customers and friends, To implement the important instructions made by General Secretary Xi Jinping in the meeting for prevention and control of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) epidemic and coordination in advancing economic and social development, and the decisions of Party Central Committee, State Council, provincial and city government to ensure the orderly resumption of work and production, on the basis of previously announced preferential policies, Guangzhou Port Company Limited decides to introduce more supporting measures to guarantee orderly operation of supply chain and logistics chain, help shipping, logistics companies and cargo owners to overcome difficulties together. Detailed measures noted below: <ol><li>Further extend free storage for general cargo containers. General cargo containers entering Nansha Port Area between February 27th and March 31st cam enjoy an extra 10-day free storage on the basis of existing free storage period. </li><li>Free storage for empty containers. From February 27th to April 30th, empty containers in Nansha Port Area can enjoy free storage (empty containers lump sum charges are excluded).</li><li>Cooling charge and storage charge for reefer containers can enjoy a 30% discount. Equipped with sufficient reefer plugs and storage yards, Nansha Port Area looks forward to accommodating import and export reefer cargoes.</li></ol>Please note, reefer containers entering Nansha Port Area between February 27th and March 31st can enjoy 30% off the agreement rate for cooling and storage charges.Implementation of the above measures shall follow detailed instructions made by Nansha terminals. Thank you for your continuous support! Contact: Helen Lin, Tel:86-20-83050921, Cell Phone: 13925087970, Email: <a href="mailto:linhr@gzport.com">linhr@gzport.com</a>

Guangzhou Port Group (NANSHA) to Implement Important Operational Offerings to help customers during these challenging times

Nansha achieved another record year moving 16.7 million Teus up 7.2% vs 2018Guangzhou Port Group continues to show significant growth, up 5.9% vs 2018 generating 23.8 million TEUS. Their deep water port Nansha, contributed approximately 75% of that volume despite trade tensions during the year. Volumes continue to grow taking advantage of the on-going trend of manufacturing, labor, and logistic services migrating West from the more expensive and congested Shenzhen Port Areas. <div tabindex="-1" contenteditable="false" data-cke-widget-wrapper="1" data-cke-filter="off" class="cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_drupalmedia cke_widget_selected" data-cke-display-name="Embedded media" data-cke-widget-id="2" role="region" aria-label="Unknown.png"><figure role="group" class="caption caption-drupal-media cke_widget_element align-right"><article class="media media--type-image media--view-mode-default" data-cke-widget-data="%7B%22attributes%22%3A%7B%22data-align%22%3A%22right%22%2C%22data-caption%22%3A%22l%22%2C%22data-entity-type%22%3A%22media%22%2C%22data-entity-uuid%22%3A%22ed6e1f9b-3855-4d74-8f16-a80b160a63b5%22%7D%2C%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22label%22%3A%22Unknown.png%22%7D" data-cke-widget-keep-attr="0" data-cke-widget-upcasted="1" data-widget="drupalmedia"><div class="field field--name-thumbnail field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="/s3/files/styles/700w/s3/u48794/Unknown.png?itok=03ANCcqI" typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-_00w" /></div>
 
 </article><figcaption>l</figcaption></figure></div>Guangzhou Port Group(Nansha) offers over 60 worldwide services weekly, with 62 cranes and 16 berths helping them secure the 5th largest port in the Global Port Rankings. Keeping up with demand, Port of Nansha plans to be the first South China Port with a true On Dock Rail operation connecting the Hinterlands and Europe from their port. Additionally, the port will also be opening an eight story State of the Art Cold Logistics Facility both projects are forecasted to be operational in the 4th Qtr of 2020. Additional investments will also yield their 4thTerminal, which will be fully automated and operational in 2021.With Trade Tensions softening, Infrastructure Enhancements, and strong demand especially from shippers in the U.S., Port of Nansha is well positioned to deliver value and continue their drive to be the largest gateway in South China.

Despite Trade Tensions Nansha continues to impress

The <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uh.edu%2Ftechnology%2Fprograms%2Fundergraduate%2Fsupply-chain-and-logistics-technology%2Findex&amp;data=02%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7C5883b444317644a2f10a08d7a8dfc9b9%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C1%7C0%7C637163551435936992&amp;sdata=1WteQBxLyYjNpvDb3fBi%2BV4CneGf%2BAgqp20QevyYU44%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Supply Chain &amp; Logistics Technology Program</a>, College of Technology, University of Houston is pleased to announce that Marco Poisler, Chief Operating Officer for Global Energy &amp; Capital Projects, Global Executive Management Team, and Board Member, <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.utcoverseas.com%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7CMark.Szakonyi%40ihsmarkit.com%7C5883b444317644a2f10a08d7a8dfc9b9%7Cc1156c2fa3bb4fc4ac073eab96da8d10%7C1%7C0%7C637163551435946988&amp;sdata=DBbXOLYizgjcxBj9or3LWg4vx5YBjQ2ABu94q8qFW%2Fs%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UTC Overseas, Inc.</a> will be an Adjunct Professor this spring for a special topics course on project logistics offered to both undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Technology.<div>UTC Overseas has 41 offices in 18 countries with construction logistics expertise in Global Energy, Capital Projects, Heavy Equipment, and Packaging. UTC has handled the transportation of the heaviest power generation units on a global scale - over the Andes in Northern Argentina and Bolivia, through the Amazon, and into the interior of Africa, China and in the Middle East. UTC also has a renowned Customs Clearance team specializing in import trade &amp; compliance, bringing the expertise necessary in today’s global import/export environment.Poisler heads the energy project team of UTC Overseas, Inc., and is responsible for establishing strategic energy, oil and gas offices in Russia and CIS, Italy, and the Caspian Region and for the execution of numerous industrial projects in Asia, Africa, and South America. He is also in charge of all transport engineering teams in the Americas.Born and raised in New Jersey, Poisler attended the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University and completed a master’s degree in transportation at the State University of New York’s Maritime College. He studied law at the University of São Paulo, Brazil, and is finishing his LLM with Lloyds Maritime Academy, London, U.K. In the last 20 years, he has worked with major international project forwarders, managing turnkey deliveries of heavy lift cargoes worldwide. Having lived in Brazil, he is fluent in Portuguese, as well as Spanish, and has a working knowledge of Ukrainian. Poisler is the past Chair of the US Exporters Competitive Maritime Council and is still actively involved with the group promoting the interests of U.S. exporters on a global platform. Also active with the U.S. Export-Import Bank, Poisler further championed the cause of U.S. exporters and was instrumental in the Bank’s historic seven year reauthorization, supporting EPC projects globally. Most recently, the Transportation Lawyers Association published an article entitled History of Trucking Regulation, analyzing the transition of transportation of goods from rail to trucking and resulting legislation and economic impact, authored by Poisler.Margaret Kidd, Program Director for undergraduate and graduate students in the Supply Chain &amp; Logistics Technology Program, said, “Marco Poisler brings a high level understanding of global capital projects. As the Houston region is a recognized leader in the EPC world in general and capital project cargo in particular, our students have a unique opportunity to learn and enhance skillsets from senior industry executives, such as Mr. Poisler.”Marco Poisler said – “UTC Overseas specializes in combining its extensive expertise and knowledge base with a strong understanding of clients’ cargoes, resulting in the successful management of construction logistics worldwide. UTC will be participating in the largest construction project on the globe with the build out of LNG facilities in northern Mozambique with an estimated value of USD 60 billion and a footprint of 24,000 workers. I am looking forward to aligning valued industry skill sets and competencies with the students in the College of Technology so that they are prepared to compete more effectively for high profile global opportunities, such as those occurring in Mozambique, the Middle East, and the US Gulf.”</div>

UTC Overseas' COO Joins College of Technology

<div class="page" title="Page 1"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">January 6, 2020: December is a good time for Chilean cherries to hit the market. The strong sunlight and fertile volcanic soil of South America provide the perfect conditions for producing exquisite, flavorful and plump cherries with a pleasing color and sweetness. On Christmas Day, a large quantity of Chilean cherries completed their long journey from South America to arrive at the Port of Nansha.On Dec. 25, Christmas Day in the West, the Nansha Harbor Area of the Port of Nansha saw the arrival of the container ship Lloyd Don Giovanni, the very first cherry express service from Evergreen. The unloading, customs clearance, release and transportation to Jiangnan Fruit Wholesale Market were completed within only 2.5 hours, bringing the freshest Chilean cherries to eager Chinese consumers. This sets the record for the fastest and most cost-effective cherry express service in South China.To expedite customs clearance and maintain the highest levels of freshness and firmness, Nansha customs applied a special customs clearance mode designed for very delicate fruits such as cherries and permitted advance declaration of the shipment.The shipment comprised 23 containers of cherries in total, of which six containers (26%) were inspected. For a closer look at the speed of the clearance process, let us examine the timeline:3:17 p.m. – Fastening of first mooring rope3:50 p.m. – Unloading of first container4:17 p.m. – First container out of the gate4:25 p.m. – Arrival of containers at Haixin Cold Storage Inspection Center for inspection4:31 p.m. – Unloading of last container4:45 p.m. – Last container out of the gate5:15 p.m. – Release of inspected containers6:40 p.m. – Arrival of the first vehicle of cherries at Jiangnan Fruit Wholesale MarketThe containers that did not require inspection were shipped to Jiangnan Fruit Wholesale Market, five vehicles of cherries were transferred from the Haixin Cold Storage Inspection Center to Shanghai, and one vehicle of cherries was transferred to Jiaxing market in Zhejiang province.Nansha Harbor Area is the nearest wharf to Jiangnan Fruit Wholesale Market. Through the “Nansha Express”, produce arriving at Nansha Harbor Area can reach the Jiangnan Fruit Wholesale Market on the same day as their arrival via Hong Kong.</div></div><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">The Chilean cherry express line’s completion, from ship unloading to arrival at the market, in only 2.5 hours reflects the ultrafast and incomparable “Nansha Speed”, which is the result of the collaborative efforts of Nansha customs, port and wharf operators, Evergreen Marine, import traders, customs declaration agents, Longxue Fleet, the Haixin Cold Storage Inspection Center and others.</div></div></div><div class="page" title="Page 2"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">On Sept. 26, 2019, Chile’s largest cherry exporters and major fruit importers in South China visited the Nansha Harbor Area of the Port of Guangzhou to inspect the Nansha International Cold Chain Logistics Base.Following the arrival of the current batch of cherries, several additional batches of Chilean cherries will arrive prior to Chinese New Year. The Nansha Harbor Area of the Port of Guangzhou will further strengthen its efforts to ensure the efficient and smooth arrival of these future shipments.<h2>Keeping up with Demand</h2> Six eight-story cold storage facilities are currently under construction at the Nansha International Logistics Center in a cooperation between the Port of Guangzhou and Dalian Port Yidu Cold Chain. Their completion will increase the storage capacity by 460,000 tons and make this the largest cold and fresh produce port in South China. Phase I of the project is expected to be completed and in operation by the end of 2020.Dalian Port Yidu Cold Chain provides a one-stop cold chain logistics service for fresh food, reducing the number of logistics links, improving efficiency and reducing logistics costs by enabling fast customs clearance, centralized inspection, warehousing and processing, logistics distribution and other services. Taking the Port of Dalian as an example, Yidu Group is working jointly with Shenyang Northeast Cold and Fresh Port, offering the fastest customs clearance in the entire region and accounting for 70% of the inbound and outbound goods. This allows the company to meet the demands of its customers and provide secondary sorting, processing and rapid cold chain distribution services at more cost-effective prices than the market rates.</div></div></div><div class="page" title="Page 3"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">This mature cold chain business model in Dalian has now been replicated nationwide to provide a standardized logistics solution with the fewest links in the Nansha International Logistics Center.Dalian Port Yidu Cold Chain is dedicated to developing a cold chain logistics network for imported fresh products that covers the major regions of China, namely, Northeast China through its facilities in Dalian and Shenyang, Central China via Zhengzhou Airport and South China via Guangzhou. With its unified information system, the company has established fully functional distribution centers at ports and terminals, linking regions to create a cold chain logistics network for fresh imports in China.</div></div></div>

Chilean Cherries: From Port of Nansha to Market in Only 2.5 Hours

<div class="page" title="Page 1"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">Los Angeles, CA— November 2019 — The Foreign Trade Association (FTA) was founded in 1919 by individuals who had the dream of establishing a force to represent the international trade community in Southern California for years to come. FTA has honored their foresight by remaining one of the region's most respected trade associations."Today is not just a celebration but an opportunity for us to look back and thank many of the leaders in the trade community who have given the FTA so much. For the last 100 years, the FTA has been at the forefront of trade and transportation issues. I believe we are well-positioned to still have an impact for the next 100 years. " said Ms. Lisa Donabedian, 2019 FTA Board PresidentThe FTA will mark this milestone with a holiday-themed luncheon on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at the Millennium Biltmore in Los Angeles, CA. Attendees will hear from world-renowned economist Christopher Thornberg from Beacon Economics. The occasion will also be highlighted by a look back of our 100 years. We will have in attendance over a dozen of our past presidents.For more information on the FTA and this historic occasion, please visit the FTA website for event details.</div></div><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">For more information, press only:Henry Rogers 562-355-3825 <a href="mailto:Henry@PearStrategies.com">Henry@PearStrategies.com</a></div></div></div>

The Foreign Trade Association Celebrates their Centennial

FREMONT, CA -- AUGUST 6,2019 --RK Logistics Group, a Silicon Valley leader in third-party logistics (3PL), has for the fourth consecutive year teamed up with the Boys &amp; Girls Club of North San Mateo County to help fund the organization’s summer scholarship program for local underserved youth. RK’s $5,000 donation, made earlier this year, was recognized at the organization’s recently held 4thannual Where Great Futures Begin luncheon, which honored the many contributors from business and academia who support the program. The funds are underwriting summer programs and activities for Club members and their families that include educational field trips, intellectually stimulating and physically challenging events and activities and other enrichment programs in a safe and secure environment. The focus of the summer program is on “learning loss prevention and expanding learning opportunities that impact low-income youth, who lose more than two months’ worth of reading skills” over the summer break, noted Aubrey Merriman, CEO, Boys and Girls Clubs of North San Mateo County. The local Boys &amp; Girls Clubs organization operates five clubhouses in two North San Mateo County cities, has over 500 teen members, serves over 450 youth daily and over 4,500 annually.”“Our mission is to inspire and enable young people to realize their full potential and contribute to their communities,” said Merriman. “We are extremely grateful to RK Logistics for its ongoing support of this program; they have been a sponsor from the start,” he added. “Their contribution will enable us to continue providing hundreds of underserved children in our community with programs and curriculum to help them achieve academic excellence, health and wellness.”“We are pleased to once again support the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of North San Mateo County and the important role they fulfill in helping those less fortunate in our communities to have a safe and enriching place to go for worthwhile and productive after-school and summer activities,” said Rod Kalune, chairman and CEO of RK Logistics Group. “It’s an investment in one of our most important assets – the underserved, young people in our communities. Thanks to Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of North San Mateo County, they have access to enriching and supportive programs that build confidence, character and the 21stcentury skills to rise above and be successful future leaders.” A privately held minority business enterprise, Fremont-based RK Logistics Group is a growing local company with over 400 employees. The company operates 13 warehousing centers in the greater Bay Area representing nearly 1 million square feet of commercial distribution space for inventory management, manufacturing support and ecommerce fulfillment.RK is also an industry leader in adopting autonomous robot-assisted order picking and fulfillment technologies, and creating special industry-specific programs, such as sequencing parts into lean production lines at automotive and technology equipment factories, and just-in-time (JIT) deliveries to construction sites.In addition, RK Logistics operates the South Bay’s only certified, general purpose Foreign Trade Zone, which allows Silicon Valley manufacturing and importing companies to benefit from various trade policies and practices that can reduce administrative regulatory costs and associated tariffs and duties for imported goods, while protecting the integrity of high-value products in secured environment and improving supply chain velocity.For more information about RK Logistics, and how the company’s nimble, flexible approach to services and solutions can support more efficient and responsive warehousing and fulfillment operations, contact us at <a href="mailto:sales@rklogisticsgroup.com">sales@rklogisticsgroup.com</a>ABOUT RK LOGISTICS GROUP -- RK Logistics is a premier 3PL provider of full-spectrum, customized supply chain services for the world's most demanding customers. RK's manufacturing support, warehousing, order fulfillment and transportation services feature lean practices, ISO-9001 and CA Board of Pharmacy 3PL Certifications, which is unique to a family-owned business. RK Logistics is also a certified minority business enterprise. For more information, go to <a href="file:///C:/Users/lscheetz/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/Temporary%20Internet%20Files/Content.Outlook/97KFW8SA/www.rklogisticsgroup.com">www.rklogisticsgroup.com</a>MediaContact:Gary FrantzRK Logistics Group(925) 594-1434<a href="mailto:garyf@rklogisticsgroup.com">garyf@rklogisticsgroup.com</a>

RK LOGISTICS GROUP DONATES $5,000 TO BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS SUMMER DAY CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND

<div class="page" title="Page 1"><div class="section"><div class="layoutArea"><div class="column">NEW YORK, NY, June 10, 2019 – MTS Logistics, a leading U.S. freight forwarder who last year was named one of the nation’s top 10 shippers by volume at the Port of New Orleans, today announced that it had raised over $50,000 for autism awareness through its 9th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism. The event was held on Saturday, June 8th, and was the culmination of months of fundraising by the company for autism awareness.With sponsors that included Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), Turkish Airlines, Godiva, Orient Star Transport, among others, MTS Logistics raised more than double 2018’s total fundraising haul of nearly $22,000. Over 100 bikers participated in this year’s event.Proceeds from this year’s Bike Tour event were donated to New York-based charity Spectrum Works, which works to provide job training and employment opportunities to young adults with autism. MTS Logistics has partnered with Spectrum Works over nearly a decade to help fight autism awareness through its annual Bike Tour event.MTS Logistics thanks all sponsors of our 9th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism, which included Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), Turkish Airlines, Godiva, Orient Star Transport, Hapag-Lloyd, MTS Istanbul, MTS Izmir, Monarch Group, Portx, Boucher + Co, Pacific Green Trucking, Ferrum International, Tricon, Snetor USA, Buttura &amp; Gherardi, and Hilson Management Corporation.Thank you to each participant who biked for a great cause across New York City. Bikers included MTS Logistics employees, family, friends, steamship line representatives, shippers, importers and exporters, custom brokers, and more. With beautiful weather on Saturday, June 8th, bikers enjoyed a delicious lunch in Brighton Beach before biking back to Manhattan on the final leg of the Bike Tour.Sedat Saka, President of MTS Logistics, had this to say: “Thanks to every company and participant who came together for the cause of autism awareness, we exceeded our goal of raising $50,000 and made a lasting impact on autism awareness. For that success, I am grateful to everyone who participated in this great event. MTS Logistics is proud to make a difference now, over the past eight years, and in the future.”About MTS LogisticsFounded in 2000 and based in New York, MTS Logistics is a freight forwarding agent delivering logistical solutions to a global clientele through our partnership with a web of experienced and trusted international offices. Over the last 18 years, we have provided highly-efficient cargo services for a variety of industries including petrochemical, manufacturing, and more.</div></div></div></div>

MTS Logistics, NYC-Based National Logistics Provider, Raises Over $50,000 for Autism Awareness with 9th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism

GIBSONIA, PA, May 20, 2019 – We are looking for a hero. The founder of Knichel Logistics, William “Bill” Knichel, is in need of a lifesaving kidney donation. He has been living with severe chronic kidney disease/failure for over the past four years. Due to the severity and progression of the illness, his recovery options are limited to receiving a kidney transplant within this year. Here are ways in which someone could help Bill:You must be a generally healthy adult between the ages of 18-55 who would consider donating a kidney to either Bill directly or via the living donor share program. You cannot have had cancer in the last 3-4 years, nor have had a major disease to be a donor. Bill’s blood type is A+. Compatible blood types are A+, AB+, A-, O-, O+. To get more information, please visit <a href="https://www.upmc.com/services/transplant/kidney-pancreas">https://www.upmc.com/services/transplant/kidney-pancreas</a>. You can also call 412-647-5800 to talk to a transplant coordinator. It is very important that you say you are interested in donating to “William (Bill) Knichel” as a direct donor or via the share program.All expenses or lost work time will be reimbursed or covered by insurance. The process is usually 2-4 days in the hospital, and depending on the type of work you do, a 1-4-week home stay before you can return to work. You can live anywhere in the United States to participate in this lifesaving program. If you would like to talk to Bill further about this, please do not hesitate to call him at the telephone number below. Thank you for your consideration.Bill Knichel724-544-5717William Knichel’s Career in the Transportation Industry:After finishing up service with the military in 1972, I worked in construction and the restaurant and bar industry while continuing my education. In 1974, I was offered a sales position with the KCS Railroad. While at KCS, I trained in operations in Kansas City and throughout the Midwest and then moved back to NYC in a sales position until I was offered a position with the MKT Railroad. Within a year, I was transferred to Pittsburgh in 1980 along with a promotion to Sales Manager. As the company’s top salesperson, I was promoted again in 1982 to Regional Sales Manager overseeing 5 offices. In 1986, the MKT Railroad was bought by the Union Pacific Railroad and my new position was meant to be in Omaha, NE. As a single father of three, I turned the position down to remain in Pittsburgh with my family. I then accepted a position with National Piggyback in sales, and in 1996 was offered my own franchise office with a competitor. That was the true start of Knichel Logistics as it is known today. In 2006, I stepped aside after 32 years in the industry and promoted my daughter Kristy to CEO and President. I then gifted a portion of the business to my three children, who have guided the company through significant growth in the last 13 years. Currently, I retain the title of Chairman and provide guidance and consulting as well as acting as a good will ambassador. About Knichel LogisticsFounded in 2003, Knichel Logistics is a woman owned and operated, non-asset based third-party logistics provider located just north of Pittsburgh, PA. In addition to being a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise and a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Knichel Logistics is a family run business that specializes in intermodal, less than truckload, full truckload, and specialty services.Kristy KnichelCEO/President, Knichel Logistics5347 William Flynn Hwy, 2ndFloor Gibsonia PA 15044Phone: 724-449-3300Fax: 724-939-1065<a href="mailto:info@knichellogistics.com">info@knichellogistics.com</a><a href="http://www.knichellogistics.com/">www.knichellogistics.com</a>

Founder of Knichel Logistics, William “Bill” Knichel, is in need of a lifesaving kidney donation.

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