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ArticleAL FVL Summer 2021 Digital Edition – Gearing up the supply chain for sustainable growth
The summer digital edition of Automotive Logistics and Finished Vehicle Logistics magazine is out now features interviews with Ford and VW, as well as an overview of activity at the North American vehicle handling ports
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NewsToyota chooses network optimisation tool from Agillence
Toyota has started using a software tool from optimisation expert Agillence to plan its inbound and service parts logistics networks
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NewsBack in Detroit for Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global
The Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference will be back in its old home of Detroit this fall, giving a new impetus to this year’s theme Accelerating Stronger Together.
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NewsLotus Cars contracts DHL to handle inbound logistics in UK
From next month DHL Supply Chain will start providing Lotus Cars with warehousing and transport operations as part of a new five-year contract that will support production of the new Emira sportscar
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NewsGlobalFoundries to double semiconductor capacity in US
GlobalFoundries is doubling semiconductor production in the US with the expansion of its existing Fab 8 facility in Malta (NY) and the building of a new fab plant alongside it
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NewsAutomotive partnership offers guidance on carbon reporting
As part of the The Suppliers Partnership for the Environment, Ford, GM, Honda, Stellantis and Toyota have drawn up five KPIs for the industry to follow designed to cut carbon from the inbound supply chain
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NewsGefco opts for Blue Yonder cloud technology
Gefco is continuing its strategy to digitalise supply chain services with the adoption of warehouse and transport management software provided by Blue Yonder
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NewsMatthias Magnor moves to BLG Logistics
Matthias Magnor (pictured) is replacing Jens Wolleson as head of contract logistics at BLG Logistics from October this year.
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NewsMarc Brazeau leaves logistics role at Stellantis
Marc Brazeau (pictured) has left his role as head of logistics at Stellantis where he was responsible for FCA US vehicle transport activities and other North American and worldwide logistics management. He has taken up another position as vice-president of global logistics and distribution at Constellation Brands
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From the industryICL Systems: Making a visible difference in European finished vehicle logistics
ICL Systems, a finished vehicle supply chain software and logistics solution provider, has now brought its 30 years of expertise in the North American automotive market to Europe, kicking off with ICL Services Germany.
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NewsDP World buys logistics specialist Syncreon
Container terminal giant DP World has bought third-party logistics provider Syncreon in a deal valued at $1.2 billion. The transaction is expected to be complete by the second half of this year.
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NewsBMW chooses ICL Systems for business and IT support
Using BMW’s existing technology, ICL Systems will manage adjustments to vehicle routes, handling of special transport and maintenance of master data
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NewsBluJay supports Volvo’s outbound logistics as it transforms sales model
Volvo Cars will sell its range of battery electric and hybrid vehicles exclusively online by 2025 and has extended its contract with BluJay Solutions to provide outbound transport management software
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NewsToyota begins assembly from SKD imports in Ghana
Toyota is assembling the Hilux pickup truck at its new $7m plant in the African republic of Ghana. The trucks are being assembled from imported SKD kits and the same method will be used for Suzuki Swift production from next year
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NewsNissan announces battery hub and electric crossover for UK
Nissan is boosting lithium-ion battery production in the UK with a second gigafactory that will initially provide 9 GWh capacity and provide 100,000 batteries a year for a new crossover EV
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NewsLow vehicle inventory pushes up prices in US
Carmakers are fighting hard to meet strong demand for their vehicles in the US because of production shortfalls, meaning inventory is at its lowest point for ten years and average transaction prices are rising
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ArticleThe path to predictive analytics for vehicle logistics: Nissan’s data-driven transformation
Nissan’s Steve Jernigan, along with IT experts from Proact and ICL, explain best practice for developing truly data-driven vehicle logistics across North America and beyond.
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NewsGovin Ranganathan moves to logistics role at Canoo
Govin Ranganathan has taken up a new role at as director of logistics, materials and transportation at electric vehicle maker Canoo. He has more than 20 years’ experience in designing, implementing and optimising production, logistics and supply chain operations, including for Nio, Fiat Chrysler and Tesla
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NewsKuehne + Nagel cuts CO2 by 70% by switching inbound to rail for Dongfeng Honda
Kuehne + Nagel is helping Dongfeng Honda to save 16,000 tonnes of CO2 by switching inbound parts deliveries in China from road to rail
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NewsGefco invests in latest technology across business in Europe
Gefco has expanded its Wiesbaden service parts centre in Germany and will be introducing cobot technology in the coming months. It has also made investment in finished vehicle compounds in Austria and France, including a pilot project for faster vehicle body inspection