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Wincanton forecasts progress in challenging markets
24 July 2008 - A number of acquisition and joint venture opportunities currently under review
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Logistics providers line up for €800mn German army contract
24 July 2008 - Bundeswehr plans to outsource basic logistics operations
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AMB Property acquires G. Accion
24 July 2008 - Integration of two companies positions AMB's Mexico platform for future growth
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Klaus-Michael Kuehne confirms succession plan
24 July 2008 - Kuehne Foundation will inherit Klaus-Michael's shareholding in Kuehne + Nagel
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Norbert Dentressangle replaces CEO
24 July 2008 - Prepare the Company for forthcoming challenges posed by potential global development
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ProLogis appoint COO Europe and the Middle East
23 July 2008 - Led the deployment and execution of business strategy across the EMEA region
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DHL Express launches global online tracking tool
23 July 2008 - Global launch follows successful customer experience with ProView in the US
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DHL selects DataCert's AIMS to lower legal services spend
23 July 2008 - Guide each invoice through designated workflows and approval postings
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Numonyx outsources to DHL in Singapore
23 July 2008 - Manage all related inbound and outbound traffic of finished goods
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TDG redesigns ICT supply chain in the Benelux
23 July 2008 - Extends contract for a further five years
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DSV increases multimodal capacity
23 July 2008 - Steady growth of its unaccompanied container transport business
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Supply chain earnings well below expectations in Q2 at Ryder
23 July 2008 - Lower results in Brazil and North American automotive strikes impact earnings
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DPWN maintains 2008 guidance
23 July 2008 - All divisions met or exceeded last year's second-quarter results
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Kuehne + Nagel consolidate in Greece
22 July 2008 - Establish a full range of logistics services under one brand
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C.H. Robinson grows H1 profits 11.7%
22 July 2008 - Net income increased 13.8% to US$176.7 million
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Supply Chain & Freight continues to exceed expectations at UPS
22 July 2008 - Supply Chain results driven by the continued strong performance of the Forwarding and Logistics businesses
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Certified logistics for Gummi Bears
22 July 2008 - Quality management system introduced at Fiege Cologne
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trans-o-flex wins contract with Ronnefeldt
22 July 2008 - Logistics operator transfers warehousing competence to another sector
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ProLogis leases logistics facility to JVC America
22 July 2008 - Use the facility for the creation and distribution of media products
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Kuehne + Nagel outperforms market in H1
21 July 2008 - Net earnings increased by 20.6% excluding currency impact and acquisitions
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GAC expands into Kazakhstan
21 July 2008 - In line with the Group's focus on the energy sector
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Gulftainer signs JV deal with Demas International
21 July 2008 - Jointly explore further opportunities both in Turkey and in the wider region
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Schenker Deutschland appoint CEO
21 July 2008 - Also assume the management of the Central Europe region
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EDS signs IT outsourcing deal with CAT Group
21 July 2008 - Cost optimisation valued at US$44 mn over the next five years
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ProLogis Leases to Schenker in Central France
21 July 2008 - Schenker will operate the space on behalf of Mitsubishi Electric
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Aggregate asks TDG to revolutionise supply chain performance
21 July 2008 - Eight-year contract, £50m per year deal covers all UK road transport operations
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Grupo TMM reaffirms growth strategy
21 July 2008 - Company expects revenue growth of more than 25% in second quarter
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Ozburn-Hessey Logistics bolsters Transportation team
16 July 2008 - Features six professionals with significant 3PL sales experience
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Fiege sells Russian terminal
16 July 2008 - Rewico will maintain the existing customer relationships
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Ryder System, Inc. adds to Board of Directors
14 July 2008 - Appointed to serve on the Company's Finance and Compensation committees
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Jaywing appointed by NHS Supply Chain
12 July 2008 - Incentives and offers tailored to their specific buying behaviour
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Dachser acquires Tank group
18 July - Specialist chilled goods logistics activities are concentrated in the north of Germany
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World Logistics Services makes niche acquisition
17 July - Clientele requires greater attention to detail and on time service
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CEVA Logistics integrates businesses worldwide
17 July - Decided to adopt an integrated CL and FM model globally
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Embraer selects new service parts management system
16 July - Accenture and Servigistics system will accelerate deliveries and reduce costs
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ProLogis supports logistics providers in Japan
16 July - Leases to Nippon Express and takes Higashi Twenty One as tenant
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Schneider National expands logistics for Nestlé USA
16 July - Move goods from North American manufacturing plants to specific Nestlé DCs
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NYK Logistics win contract extension with Dunhills Haribo
16 July - Complete solution from factory clearance to final delivery
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Palletline invest in new Central Hub
16 July - The industry's very first drive-through, side-load operation
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ProLogis leases to Sinotrans Liaoning / Nippon Express JV in China
15 July - Joint venture will provide third-party logistics services to Canon
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Cryoport teams up with FedEx
15 July - Leverages advanced web technologies and integration with FedEx
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Old Dominion Freight Line expands logistics offering
15 July - Provide warehouse management expertise in strategically located facilities across the US
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Kuehne + Nagel opens frozen foods distribution centre in northern Italy
15 July - Initially serve the 800 points of sale of Italian retailers Eurospin, PAM and Billa
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Salton awards logistics contract to Weber Distribution
15 July - Three-year contract sees Weber handle approximately 400 inbound containers per month
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NLM extends logistics agreement with Ford
14 July - Provider for critical shipments (excluding air charter) and truckload deviations
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J.B. Hunt reports 14% increase in Q2 sales
14 July - Earnings per share growth despite a significant freight recession and soaring fuel prices
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Schenker boosts senior management team in Ireland
14 July - Three key appointments across HR, ICT and Finance
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Palletline strengthens management team
14 July - Work to deliver defined strategic objectives
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Church's Chicken boosts supply chain efficiency
13 July - Solution to manage the purchasing process for stores and DCs
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Dagab opens new high-bay storage facility
13 July - Supplies goods to Willys, Willys hemma, Hemköp and PrisXt
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YRC North American Transportation makes leadership changes
11 July - Gaines will be responsible for leading the Yellow Transportation organisation
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Wesupply appoints new Non-Executive Director
11 July - Previously held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Manhattan Associates
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DNA labelling increases protection from counterfeiting
10 July - Movianto and identif working to eliminate drug counterfeiting
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MHF Supply Chain Solutions expands logistics services
10 July - New business unit offering door-to-door rail service that bundles rail, transloading and trucking
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BT implements replenishment solution for Dobbies
7 July - Specifically designed for merchandising and warehouse customers
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EZW completes acquisition of Gazeley
11 July 2008 - Regulatory approval confirms integration of leading logistics infrastructure businesses
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YRC North American Transportation reduces transit times
10 July 2008 - Network optimisation allows improved service by at least one day for more than 15.0% of shipments
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CMA CGM reinforces its management team
10 July 2008 - Takes charge of departments previously under the responsibility of Alain Wils
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Renault establishes logistics network in India
10 July 2008 - Leverage the strength of the Indian automotive parts sector
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IPO on track at Deutsche Bahn
10 July 2008 - But will not go ahead 'at any price'
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Former EGL founder sets up Crane Worldwide Logistics
10 July 2008 - Expects to hire more than 4,000 employees worldwide over the next 5-7 years
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Euro area and EU27 GDP up by 0.7% in Q1
09 July 2008 - Slovenia recorded the highest growth rate compared with the previous quarter
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IIG supports supply chain efficiency in Eastern Europe
09 July 2008 - Enable the Company to meet the sequencing requirements of customers
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Lidl select new logistics centre in Holland
09 July 2008 - Letting to a strong and well respected retail brand in line with stated strategy
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Golden Dragon signs shipping and logistics deal with CMA CGM
09 July 2008 - Represent all shipping and logistical transportation from the US to China
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NFT takes new facility at DIRFT Logistics Park
09 July 2008 - Extensive fit-out works include construction of a large chilled storage unit
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CMA CGM Group to operate Miami terminal
09 July 2008 - Continued strategy aiming at securing berthing space for its vessels
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Agility is environmental leader in New Zealand
09 July 2008 - First freight and logistics provider to win carboNZero status
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DHL launches shipping software for small businesses
08 July 2008 - DHL EasyShip First-in-Industry with Windows Vista Compatibility
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AMB Property fully leases Southern California Development
08 July 2008 - Manufacturer uses facility to expand and consolidate distribution operations
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GEFCO opens cross-docking platform in Slovakia
08 July 2008 - Major consolidation point for road freight
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time:matters gains Fujitsu Siemens Computers
08 July 2008 - Increased demand for quick and reliable spare parts logistics solutions
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Fiege Italia expands activities for PAM supermarket chain
08 July 2008 - Nine year relationship expanded to include logistics for fresh produce
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PSA Peugeot Citroën forecast contracting European automotive markets
08 July 2008 - Slowdown leads to decline of around 4.0%
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GEFCO's automotive business grows in Russia
08 July 2008 - Leningrad region is a major gateway to the Russian market
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Logistics centre staff to strike at Argos
07 July 2008 - Four of 15 DCs to take part in action
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NOL appoints new Group President and CEO
07 July 2008 - Promotes key architect of the successful APL business model
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Schenker Canada name Vice President of Sales and Marketing
07 July 2008 - Managing the national sales team and leading initiatives for 4PL service
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Freight Management Iaunches OptiGreen Program
07 July 2008 - First software to measure and help lower shippers' carbon emissions
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FMG and Lufthansa Cargo in strategic cargo cooperation initiative
07 July 2008 - Joint development, design and utilisation as well as expansion of the freight facilities
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Agility-led JV wins US Air Force fuel contracts
07 July 2008 - Operate bulk fuel facilities at bases in Japan, Korea and Guam
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Swisslog implements logistics centre for NorgesGruppen
04 July 2008 - ASKO will reduce tasks in its 12 RDCs, resulting in lower logistics costs
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EUROGATE establishes new inland container terminals
03 July 2008 - Growing container turnover in Bremerhaven and Hamburg required new concepts
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CEVA Logistics awarded Zero Hora contract
03 July 2008 - Expected to boost the growth in the publishing & media sector
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Pennant Foods selects LeanLogistics On-Demand TMS
03 July 2008 - Reducing freight costs and improving on-time performance
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iSOFT renews e-health logistics with NHS
03 July 2008 - Contract extends the ten-year partnership with NHS Supply Chain
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KWE establishes Russian haulier
02 July 2008 - Establishment of JV with Unico Logistics
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Co-operation between Fiege and Fruttagel in Italy
01 July 2008 - Logistics for fruit juices at the Faenza logistics centre
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Wincanton updates position on TDG
04 July 2008 - Reconfirmed that it has no intention of making an offer for TDG at this time
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Laxey and TDG agree terms for acquisition
04 July 2008 - TDG's property portfolio presents scope for long-term development
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Agility solidifies presence in Northern Europe
03 July 2008 - CF Geologistics has been acting as a JV partner since 2004
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UK haulier ceases trading
03 July 2008 - 300 jobs lost as Leeds transport firm goes under
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Goodman and DHL Freight develop German cross docking facility
03 July 2008 - Expanding in response to the rapid growth of its business
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Weber Distribution wins contract with NestlÚ Water
03 July 2008 - High level receiving included 50-60 truckloads per day
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DHL launches solution for temperature sensitive shipments
03 July 2008 - Coldchain transport network for temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals
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Maersk Line orders 16 new container vessels
03 July 2008 - Reefer plugs will enable them to carry 1,700 refrigerated containers each
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ProLogis leases to three customers in Dallas
02 July 2008 - Chep, Siemens and SpeedFC, a 3PL, take space
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Airbus selects DHL as lead transport provider
02 July 2008 - DHL to manage significant part of inbound transportation from air, ocean, road, customs and value-added services
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Air freight growth dips sharply
02 July 2008 - Price of jet fuel 87% higher than one year ago
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DHL expands temperature controlled freight services in North America and Europe
01 July 2008 - Enhances global capabilities for Life Science and Healthcare industry
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trans-o-flex Group rolls-out of temperature-controlled transport network
01 July 2008 - First stage expansion in Austria followed by the inclusion of Benelux in the network
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PAG Acquires 9% of Penske Truck Leasing
01 July 2008 - US$125.0 million of estimated annual revenues
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Stobart acquires Innovate Logistics' operations
01 July 2008 - Stobart gets chilled and ambient operations while frozen go to Yearsley
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TDG ahead of expectations in 2008
30 June 2008 - Strong first half led by Chemicals in Continental Europe
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HOYER heading for billion Euro turnover
30 June 2008 - Group recorded a two-digit increase in its operating result for 2007
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Brakes expands activity with TDG
30 June 2008 - Stored and reassembled, then sent out radially to RDCs
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Airbus signs 6-year contract with Kuehne + Nagel
30 June 2008 - Strategic entry into the French and UK aerospace and aviation logistics markets
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Austrian Post acquires remaining shares in trans-o-flex
30 June 2008 - Reflects ongoing business strategy to establish a bigger foothold in a promising, high growth segment
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GEFCO UK appoints Commercial Operations Manager
30 June 2008 - Responsibility for the management of all GEFCO's vehicle import and technical centres
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CH2M Hill Selects Agility Project Logistics
30 June 2008 - Responsibility for all global air, ocean and inland transportation and related logistics services
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Koch Logistics gains visibility and control of internet applications
30 June 2008 - Deploys Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall
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TDG agrees terms with Laxey Partners
27 June 2008 - Deadline for deal extended to 4 July
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Waberer's place major truck order with Volvo
27 June 2008 - Since 1998 Volvo Trucks has delivered on average more than 200 trucks every year
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Fiege enlarges logistics site in Hanover
26 June 2008 - Positive performance within its textiles logistics operations requires move
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Gist invests in future growth in Scotland
25 June 2008 - Refrigeration energy centre will convert the refrigeration unit so that it runs from ammonia
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GreenCarrier acquires Oy FCS Logistics
24 June 2008 - Important role along the Baltic seafront and the Russian border
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GreenCarrier Asia appoints Peter Chu as Managing Director
23 June 2008 - Next step will be to open up more branches in China
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Scania delivering 300 trucks to Ukraine
26 June 2008 - Europa-Trans plans to continue increasing its fleet and establish operations in neighbouring countries
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Nokian Tyres upgrades logistics facilities in Ukraine
26 June 2008 - Key strategic objective to be a market leader in Russia and other CIS countries
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FedEx Trade Networks opens west coast gateways
25 June 2008 - Flexible options when shipping goods from Asia to multiple destinations in the US
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Immo Industry Group adds new strategic shareholder
25 June 2008 - Rostik Group, its current partner in Russia and the CIS
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ProLogis developing its first logistics centre in Austria
25 June 2008 - Noted a growing trend among Austrian companies to outsource their logistics requirements
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Logistics for hip-hop fashion
25 June 2008 - Fiege organises sales in Ibbenb³ren
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Strong growth sees IPP Logipal expand UK depot network
25 June 2008 - Sites form key platforms to enhance services and meet the increasing demand
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Unipart and Manhattan Associates deliver solution for Pets At Home
24 June 2008 - Magna Park chosen as the optimum location to meet the current and future demands of the contract
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ProLogis leases to electronics supplier in Slovakia
24 June 2008 - Strong activity at all of its parks in the country
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Genco lose Sears contract in Columbus
24 June 2008 - Retailer taking operations in-house
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Cool Italian desserts delivered by Culina
24 June 2008 - Covering storage, order processing and picking, as well as temperature-controlled distribution
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Brambles delivers solid performance and wins significant new business
24 June 2008 - In the US and Europe, 2,400 new contracts have been signed in the 11 month period
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DB Schenker expands high-tech logistics business
24 June 2008 - Acquires 49% of joint venture from Siemens
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Maersk Line orders 18 new container vessels
24 June 2008 - Expects to deploy the vessels in the trades to and from Sub-Saharan Africa
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Kuehne + Nagel and AIRDEX work for greener air freight solutions
24 June 2008 - By comparison to traditional wooden pallets offers considerable savings
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Lloyd Fraser achieves international quality approval
24 June 2008 - Awarded ISO 9001 standard for its Wickes Home Delivery operation
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Asia COO resigns at Expeditors
24 June 2008 - Served as an Executive Officer for the last seven and a half years
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Pacer International organisational update
23 June 2008 - Reflects core strategy of placing additional emphasis on retail customer and door-to-door services
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ETX-Gen Pharmaceuticals selects ValueTrak
23 June 2008 - Increase product visibility throughout its supply chain
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CEVA Logistics signs contract with Carrefour Belgium
23 June 2008 - Renewal of existing contract and addition of new site
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Laxey given extra time for TDG bid
23 June 2008 - Time to finalise financing, secure TDG Board recommendation and gain support of the TDG pension trustees
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Kwik-Fit awards UK contract to CEVA
23 June 2008 - Operation includes warehousing and nationwide transport
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UPS lowers Q2 earnings expectations
23 June 2008 - Supply Chain & Freight segment is continuing to exceed expectations
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DSV acquires ABX LOGISTICS
21 June 2008 - Better positioned to counter the increasing competition including from new Asian players
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Expeditors UK asked to assist EU forwarding probe
20 June 2008 - Information and records relating to an ongoing investigation of freight forwarders
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British Gypsum extends First GBRf contract
20 June 2008 - Successfully negotiate the new multi million pound deal without putting the contract out to tender
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Three new GEFCO subsidiaries in Central and Eastern Europe
19 June 2008 - Strengthening activities in Central and Eastern Europe remains a strategic priority
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CEVA Logistics appoints Operations Director in Brazil
19 June 2008 - Leadership of developed accounts for 14 customers, such as Philips, Samsung, Infoglobo and Banco Real
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Menlo Worldwide Logistics wins contract with eos
19 June 2008 - Turnkey solution for warehousing, distribution and transportation management services
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Fiege Far East builds for Beiersdorf in China
17 June 2008 - More than 500 different items go through all the stages of the IT-supported warehousing process
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Laxey given extra time for TDG bid
23 June 2008 - Following the announcement on 20 June that the extension of the bid deadline for Laxey Partners to acquire TDG had been extended to 5.00 p.m. on 27 June 2008, TDG has confirmed that it remains in contact.
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DSV acquires ABX LOGISTICS
21 June 2008 - As the global freight forwarding market continues to consolidate, DSV has entered into an agreement with 3i Group, the management team at ABX LOGISTICS and other shareholders to acquire ABX LOGISTICS
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Expeditors UK asked to assist EU forwarding probe
20 June 2008 - Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. announced that, its UK subsidiary, Expeditors International (U.K.) Ltd., was the recipient of a request for information issued by the European Commission
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Wim Bosman Group passes SQAS test
20 June 2008 - Test is particularly important for companies in the chemical sector
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Gazeley expands operations into Central and Eastern Europe
20 June 2008 - Tomasz Oczkowski joins Gazeley from Wincanton
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Azkar opens logistics centre in China
20 June 2008 - Officially opened its logistics facility in the city of Shanghai
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FedEx Q4 losses hit full year results
18 June 2008 - FY net income down 44% as revenues rise 8% to US$38bn
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UK Pallets launches new European distribution service
18 June 2008 - UK Pallets will consolidate at its national hub for onward connection into DACHSER's nightly departures to Europe
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UPS to assume full control of operations in Korea
18 June 2008 - UPS will begin integrating its Supply Chain Solutions operation with the newly-formed entity
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The Talbots makes logistics appointment
17 June 2008 - Gregory Poole Named EVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer
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RedPrairie appoints new sales director in Central Europe
17 June 2008 - Jan Heijblom to focus on retail, manufacturing, and third-party logistics
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STL unveils plans for China border intermodal cargo hub
17 June 2008 - 300% growth in next four years in rail cargo through Kazakhstan to CIS and Europe
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AMB Property leases to Quebecor World Logistics
17 June 2008 - Facility strategically located in the densely populated north-eastern US, proximate to a significant highway network
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ProLogis signs build-to-suit deal with Bay Valley Foods
17 June 2008 - Facility will also be used for packaging and labelling
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