Explore the latest industry news about third party logistics (3pls). Stay informed with trade articles by Global Trade industry experts.
A third party logistics (or 3PL) provider handles supply chain management logistics, a service that can include transportation, warehousing and delivery, but may also incorporate additional value-added services such as production or procurement. By outsourcing these functions, companies can achieve a cost savings over having to meet these demands internally. In addition to the economic benefits, 3pls can also deliver improved technical proficiency, through sophisticated IT systems that are often more advanced than those of the production or selling companies they serve. Since logistics is not a core business for many entities involved in global trade, the ability to turn these responsibilities over to a qualified 3pl provider allows companies to spend less time focusing on these tasks, and more time on the elements that made their respective businesses a success.
Warehouse Automation: Reflections on the Past Year and Predictions for the Year Ahead
Supply chain leaders at U.S. retail and e-commerce companies operating globally are adept at transformative change. Many navigated the pandemic’s… Read More
Logistics Plus Earns Spot Among Top 50 3PL Providers by Global Trade Magazine
For the fifth time in six years, Logistics Plus, Inc., a global leader in transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions,… Read More
Strike Concerns and Tariff Plans Drive Early Import Surge at U.S. Ports
The looming threat of a potential East Coast and Gulf Coast port strike in January 2025, combined with President-elect Trump’s… Read More
Adapting to Uncertainty: CDMO Approaches to Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Challenges
Pharmaceutical supply chains are becoming increasingly vulnerable to a range of disruptions. From geopolitical upheavals to natural disasters, the unpredictability… Read More
E-Bikes in Terminals: A Step Toward Greener Logistics, but at What Cost?
As the push to decarbonize ports and terminals accelerates, interest is growing in adopting battery-powered e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motorbikes as… Read More
Georgia Ports Secures $120 Million in Federal Grants for Rail and Electrification Projects
The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has received more than $120 million in federal grants to enhance the operational sustainability and… Read More
Navigating De Minimis Changes: Impacts on Global E-Commerce and Supply Chains – Global Trade Magazine Q&A
As global ecommerce continues to evolve, businesses face mounting challenges in navigating complex regulatory environments. In this Q&A, Alison Layfield,… Read More
Port of Long Beach Opens North America’s Largest EV Charging Station for Heavy Trucks
The Port of Long Beach has unveiled North America’s largest heavy-duty vehicle charging station, marking a significant step toward zero-emissions… Read More
Wilhelmshaven Deep-Water Port Captures Strong U.S. Interest with Enhanced Transatlantic Connectivity
JadeWeserPort Wilhelmshaven, Germany’s only deep-water container port, is making waves in North America, capturing significant attention from U.S. shippers and… Read More
Global Supply Chains Are Getting Stronger, but Weaknesses Persist
Since COVID-19 laid the global supply chain out cold in 2020, it’s made an impressive recovery. But as 2025 approaches,… Read More
Considerations for Building and Buying Cold Storage Facilities
Cold storage facilities are essential for preserving temperature-sensitive products such as food and pharmaceuticals, which are vital to global supply… Read More
Thanksgiving Cargo Theft Surge Highlights Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Cargo theft risks escalate sharply over the Thanksgiving holiday, with organized criminal networks exploiting vulnerabilities in the supply chain, according… Read More
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