LIMA, Pa.—May 15, 2017— Pilot Freight Services (Pilot), a worldwide provider of transportation and logistics services, today announced that Todd Soiefer will serve as Vice President of Corporate Development, with an emphasis on acquisition strategy. In October, Pilot secured a controlling investment from ATL Partners, a leading aerospace, transportation, and logistics-focused private equity firm, and […]
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Yearly Archives: 2017
Holland Named Ravago Americas 2016 LTL Partner of the Year
Leader in Central and Southeastern Next-Day Delivery recognized as LTL Partner of the Year for second consecutive year HOLLAND, Mich., May 15, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Holland, the leader in Central and Southeastern next-day delivery, has been named 2016 LTL Partner of the Year by Ravago Americas, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of plastics, […]
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DHL and Auchan renew successful partnership
05/15/2017 – DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist of Deutsche Post DHL Group has secured a contract renewal for continued management of Auchan’s inbound supply chain operations. Auchan Retail is the second largest supermarket operator in France, present in 16 countries in Western, Central & Eastern Europe, Asia and Africa with 3,836 […]
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FedEx Supports Open Skies
May 15, 2017 – Today, FedEx President and COO David J. Bronczek joined the CEOs of three other leading U.S cargo and passenger airlines in sending a letter to newly confirmed United States Trade Representative, Ambassador Robert Lighthizer. Writing on behalf of the U.S. Airlines for Open Skies Coalition, the letter’s authors underscore the importance […]
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FDA Introduces Five Import District Offices
On May 15, 2017 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Office of Regulatory Affairs (ORA) announced a reorganization of the FDA Import Offices and Ports of Entry. This reorganization is part of the FDA’s Program Alignment, which was announced in September 2013. The FDA regions will now be divided into five districts each with […]
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Panalpina scores hat trick in sustainability
In a hat trick of sustainability-focused achievements, Panalpina has become globally certified to the highest environmental management standard,reached a gold rating for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts and won an award for business excellence in Europe. While each accolade highlights the steps Panalpina is taking to achieve its sustainability goals, they also bring added […]
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Hermes helps SMEs take advantage of growth in overseas online shoppers
UK-based sole traders and SME retailers have been granted improved access to consumers based in 23 European countries thanks to a new cost-effective international shipping solution from Hermes, the consumer delivery specialist. The company’s Business Account customers will now be able to take advantage of the new opportunities being driven by the weak pound, as […]
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Deutsche Post DHL Group remains on course for growth
05/11/2017 – Deutsche Post DHL Group, the world’s leading mail and logistics company, increased revenue significantly in the first quarter of 2017 and posted a further improvement in operating profit. Group revenue climbed by more than EUR 1 billion to EUR 14.9 billion. All four divisions contributed to the strong growth. Volumes and revenue saw […]
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BIS Requests Comments on Section 232 National Security Investigation of Steel Imports
In a Federal Register notice published on April 26, 2017 the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is requesting trade comments, data, analyses, or other relevant information on the import of steel and possible effects to national security. BIS is requesting input related to the following topics: “Quality of steel or other circumstances related to […]
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FDA Provides Updated Fact Sheet on FSVP
On May 11, 2017 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a constituent update announcing the FDA website has been updated along with additional fact sheets to provide additional information in regards to the Food Safety Program (FSVP). According to the notice the FSVP, “makes them [importers] responsible for verifying that food imported into […]
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