by logisticsplus | Mar 15, 2016 | News
As depicted in the circle image of the Logistics Plus (LP) logo, we have the experience and expertise to help shippers move their goods by any transportation mode, including GROUND, AIR, OCEAN, or RAIL. How did we acquire these capabilities? It all started twenty years ago with our first customer, GE Transportation (GET), a division of General Electric – one of the largest companies in the world. Back then, LP was GET’s lead logistics provider helping them move their products and parts across the country and around the world. Twenty years later, we’re still managing shipments across all transportation modes, but today we’re doing it for more than 2,000 customers and in dozens of countries around the world!
Ground Freight Transportation
Our domestic ground freight transportation capabilities have enabled us to be recognized by Transport Topics magazine as a 2015 Top 50 freight brokerage firm in North America. Our non-asset ground services include complete less-than-truckload (LTL) capabilities with all of the top carriers in the country, and a full-range of truckload solutions using our network of thousands of national, regional and specialized freight carriers. Additionally, with our National Truckload (NTL) division, we offer select clients the option for a dedicated fleet of trucks and equipment. When it comes to North American ground transportation, our carriers, services and rates are among the best in the industry.
Air Freight Transportation
For air freight transportation, we can handle both domestic and import/export shipment types. We have developed relationships with all of the major air freight carriers allowing us to negotiate the best combination of service, price, and speed on behalf of our customers. Our services include airport-to-airport, door-to-door, and even air charters. We are also a certified IATA cargo agent in both the U.S. and Mexico, meaning we get exclusive access to the top air freight and cargo carriers in the industry. When customers ship internationally with Logistics Plus, they can also tap our full-service Customs Broker Solutions division to help them with all aspects of global trade compliance.
Ocean Freight Transportation
Similar to air freight, our ocean freight transportation services are available for both domestic (i.e., AK, HI, PR, USVI, and Guam) and import/export shipments. As a Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC), we have long-standing relationships with ocean carriers which allow us to obtain competitive rates for our customers and frequent sailings to and from all major ports of call. We can handle both full-container-load (FCL) and less-than-container-load (LCL) ocean shipments. For international shipments, our customs broker solutions staff is there to help with duties, tariffs, and all other clearance details. For imports, our remote location filing (RLF) status with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) allows us to clear shipments at any and all U.S. ports of entry.
Rail Freight Transportation
If you’re looking to reduce your transportation costs, rail and intermodal freight transportation are often good options. Not only can we help you manage your rail logistics, we can also help you arrange the necessary drayage services to get your shipments to and from the rail yards. Because of our skills in this area, some of our customers have even asked us to provide dedicated, rail freight logistics management solutions for them (see our Hero BX case study for a great example).
Project Freight Solutions
Sometimes our customers have very unique or complex logistics projects that require a “multi-mode” approach to transportation. In these cases, the Logistics Plus Project Cargo division is ready to assist. Your logistics project will be customized for your situation—from a comprehensive, pre-shipment evaluation of potential risks, costs and delivery schedules, to route and port surveys, coordination of proper packaging of components, required documentation handling, and transportation mode analysis. Even if your cargo is oversized or heavy lift, our project cargo specialists can manage it all. Over the years, we’ve transported locomotives to Indonesia; imported solar modules into the U.S.; shipped wind turbines to Finland; hauled tugboats to Kuwait; and much more! In many cases, these shipments all required use of ground, air, ocean, and rail freight transportation – all modes we know how to manage.
If you’d like to request a free quote on your next ROAD, AIR, OCEAN, RAIL, or PROJECT FREIGHT shipment, simply click the button below to get started. We’re ready to help you with your single-mode or multi-mode transportation needs.
by logisticsplus | Mar 14, 2016 | News
Representatives from Logistics Plus are joining fellow freight forwarders from around the globe at the industry’s largest and most important business conference of the year — the 2016 WCA Worldwide Conference in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Abu Dhabi is at the heart of the fastest growing logistics region in the world. It is a modern and exciting city and has gained a worldwide reputation as a vibrant and secure destination for both business and tourism.
Representing Logistics Plus at the event are Francisco Tijerina (director/LP Mexico), Jose Francisco Garza (managing director/LP Mexico), and Gabriela Garza (business development/LP Mexico). Francisco, Gabriela, and Jose (shown left-to-right in the photo) have been meeting with delegates from different countries to develop relationships, secure new trade lanes, and provide information on Logistics Plus global solutions.
The WCA event is expected have over 2,500 freight forwarding executives gathered for 3 days of intensive one-on-one business meetings and a wide range of social networking events. Acknowledged globally as the most important conference of its kind, the 8th WCA Worldwide Conference is being held from 12-16 March at the state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company – and combines all four of WCA’s general networks within one major event. The conference is an integral part of the WCA Conference Week and is a must for all members of the WCA.
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by logisticsplus | Mar 11, 2016 | News
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Tapā’īṁ vidēśī bhāṣā anuvāda garna āvaśyaka cha?
¿Necesita traducir un idioma extranjero?
Do you need to translate a foreign language?
If you need help with in-person, on the phone, or document translations services, then you need Logistics Plus Linguistic Solutions (LPLS). In addition, LPLS can assist with multi-cultural marketing and advertising—including website, software and multi-media presentations.
LPLS provides the following services:
Interpretation
LPLS provides consecutive or simultaneous services in person or over the phone and can accommodate any event from business meetings and seminars to field operations in remote locations.
Management Training Needs Assessment & Consulting
LPLS specializes in assisting multi-national customers with international teams all over the world. They help you directly address cultural issues and help you develop the competence you need to be more effective when working across cultures.
Document Translation
LPLS offer fast and accurate translation of any and all types of documents (medical records, business proposals, legal correspondence, technical manuals, brochures, immigration or tax records and more). They can scale their services to meet your demands and budget.
Website and Software Localization Multimedia Production
As technology evolves so do LPLS – its staff is technologically savvy and stands ready to assist you in translating your digital needs to match those of any country in which you aim to integrate this technology.
LPLS is comprised of a group of language, logistics, and military veterans who are experienced in the fields of language services and training, recruiting, intelligence, security, logistics, information technology, government relations and military operations. With this extensive background, LPLS is the ideal partner when it comes to translation and interpretation services and gives clients a competitive advantage in conducting business internationally. To learn more, you can download the PDF shown below, or you can visit their website at http://www.lplinguisticsolutions.com/
by logisticsplus | Mar 10, 2016 | News
Import and export financing is much different, for example, than commercial lending, mortgage lending or insurance. There is a longer order-to-delivery cycle on products that are sold and shipped overseas, therefore, it takes longer to get paid. Extra time and energy are required to make sure that buyers are reliable and creditworthy. Careful financial management can mean the difference between profit and loss on each transaction.
All sellers want to get paid as quickly as possible, while buyers usually prefer to delay payment, at least until they have received and resold the goods. This is true in domestic as well as international markets. Increasing globalization has created intense competition for imports and exports. Importers and exporters are looking for any competitive advantage that would help them to increase their sales. Flexible payment terms has become a fundamental part of any sales package.
- Selling on open account, which may be best from a sales standpoint, places all of the risk with the seller. The seller ships and turns over title of the product on a promise to pay from the buyer.
- Cash-in-advance terms place all of the risk with the buyer as they send payment on a commitment that the product will be shipped on time and it will work as promised.
To address these trade financing risks, there are two broad categories of trade finance:
- Pre-shipment financing to produce or purchase the material and labor necessary to fulfill the sales order.
- Post-shipment financing to generate immediate cash while offering payment terms to buyers.
Here are some additional thoughts to consider:
Financing can make the sale. Favorable payment terms make a product more competitive. If the competition offers better terms and has a similar product, a sale can be lost. In other cases, the exporter may need financing to produce the goods or to finance other aspects of a sale, such as promotion and selling costs, engineering modifications and shipping costs. Various financing sources are available to exporters, depending on the specifics of the transaction and the exporter’s overall financing needs.
Financing costs will vary. The costs of borrowing, including interest rates, insurance and fees will vary. The total cost and its effect on the price of the product and profit from the transaction should be well understood before a pro forma invoice is submitted to the buyer.
Financing costs increase with the length of terms. Different methods of financing are available for short, medium, and long terms. Exporters need to be fully aware of financing limitations so that they secure the right solution with the most favorable terms for seller and buyer.
The greater the risks, the greater the cost. The creditworthiness of the buyer directly affects the probability of payment to an exporter, but it is not the only factor of concern to a potential lender. The political and economic stability of the buyer’s country are taken into consideration.
So where can you turn for import and export financing solutions that help address these concerns?
Logistics Plus (LP), in strategic partnership with WorldBusiness Capital Inc. (WBC), provides a complete, logistics and financing solution for both U.S. and foreign companies. WBC is a commercial finance company that offers flexible term loans helping small and midsize businesses compete in the global marketplace. Our motto is “financing business across borders,” and the programs available include all of the following:
- Emerging Market Projects. Term loans for businesses and projects throughout Latin America, Asia, E. Europe, and Africa.
- U.S. Equipment Exports. Term loans for overseas buyers of new U.S.-made equipment, technology, and services.
- U.S. Trade Capacity Expansion. Term loans for U.S.-based commercial and industrial projects boosting trade competitiveness.
- Foreign Investment in U.S. Term loans for acquisitions, operations, joint ventures, and distribution in the U.S.
- Foreign Sales to U.S. Term loans for U.S. purchases of new foreign-made equipment, technology, and services – with specialized solutions for India-U.S., Mexico-U.S., and Turkey-U.S. transactions.
by Scott Frederick | Mar 1, 2016 | News
Energy News from around the World
Today Logistics Plus Turkey sent its February 2016 issue of LP Turkey Energy News to customers and other interested parties throughout the region. Logistics Plus has extensive expertise providing transportation and logistics solutions to companies in the Energy & Fuel Industry.
The new issue is pictured below. Click here to read the online version.
by logisticsplus | Feb 26, 2016 | News
Ending multiple sclerosis for good will take all of us. It’s why Walk MS matters so much. And it’s why you matter so much. And it’s why many Logistics Plus employees on the “LPI vs MS Team” will once again be participating in the event. To donate or to join the team, contact Kathy Fiedler at 814.461.7607 or kathy.fiedler@logisticsplus.com
Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. Together, we become a powerful force. And with every step we take, every dollar we raise…we’re that much closer. Together, we will end MS forever. Click the advertisement below for more details on this year’s event.
Date: April 30, 2016
Location: Presque Isle State Park, Cookhouse Pavilion, Erie
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/LX2E6
Time: 10 am Registration; 11 am Walk Starts!
Contact Information: Colleen Szymczak-Gross
Email: Colleen.Szymczak@nmss.org
Phone: 1 800-344-4867
