by logisticsplus | May 22, 2023 | News
Logistics Plus was a proud sponsor of the International Trade Club of Chicago (ITCC) and Polish American Chamber of Commerce (PACC) From War to Reconstruction luncheon panel on May 17th. In addition to sponsoring the event, Logistics Plus Chief Operating Officer (COO) Yuriy Ostapyak was on the panel as a speaker.
Event Recap
The ongoing war has resulted in great suffering and loss for both sides, and it is our collective responsibility to seek solutions to this ongoing crisis. UKRAINE: From War to Reconstruction was a special luncheon panel discussion featuring distinguished speakers who shared their practical insights and the latest information on the impact of war on the commerce and economy of Ukraine. The panelists also discussed the international community’s role in rebuilding Ukraine, sectoral needs and opportunities, and practical strategies for doing business in Ukraine while minimizing risk and costs. The event was a critical opportunity to clear the air, seek understanding, and chart a path toward economic reinvigoration and rebuilding.
Photos from the event can be seen below. Thanks to everyone who attended, sponsored, or participated to make this event possible!
by logisticsplus | May 18, 2023 | News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Logistics Plus Announces New Office and Warehouse in Sydney, Australia
Long-time Logistics Plus employee Oxana Gilmanova is managing operations.
ERIE, PA (May 18, 2023) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is pleased to announce the official opening of a new office and warehouse in Sydney, Australia. As part of the Logistics Plus® network, LP Australia will provide air and ocean freight forwarding, warehousing and storage, project cargo logistics, customs clearance and trade compliance, IOR, and other 3PL/4PL supply chain solutions.
LP Australia is based in Sydney and is managed by Oxana Gilmanova. Oxana began her career with Logistics Plus in 2008, where she was the Branch Manager for LP Kazakhstan in the city of Almaty. She moved to Australia in 2016 to begin supporting various Logistics Plus projects in the region. Today, LP Australia is already providing logistics solutions to companies operating in oil and gas, chemicals, consumer products, high-tech, home delivery, and other industries.
“‘ Nothing is impossible‘ and ‘Things happen for a reason‘ are two of my favorite quotes,” said Oksana. “My life proves this a million times. Our office is growing, and we have a wonderful staff here helping manage operations and supporting our amazing customers.”
Learn more about LP Australia and other Logistics Plus global locations at www.logisticsplus.com/locations.
Oxana with the warehouse team on the left and seated on the right.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Fontana, CA; Haslet TX; Honolulu, HI; Houston, TX; Jamestown, NY; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Meadville, PA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Norfolk, VA; Olean, NY; Phoenix, AZ; Riverside, CA; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; South Africa; Taiwan; Thailand; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; Ukraine; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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by logisticsplus | May 16, 2023 | News
Sustainability plays a vital part in logistics. The logistics industry is responsible for transporting, storing, and distributing goods, accounting for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions. As a result, there is a growing focus on sustainable logistics practices that can help reduce the industry’s environmental impact.
There are many ways to make logistics more sustainable. Some of the most common practices are listed below.
- Use more efficient transportation methods. This could include using electric vehicles, optimizing delivery routes, or consolidating shipments.
- Reduce packaging. This could be done by using recycled materials, designing packaging that is easy to reuse, or eliminating unnecessary packaging entirely.
- Support green suppliers. Before selecting raw materials, research the supplier’s energy consumption, waste, and emissions. Keeping track of these vital environmental metrics can go a long way.
- Utilize technology. Having the correct data at your fingertips is crucial for reducing your carbon footprint.
- Invest in sustainable projects. Businesses can invest in sustainable projects like renewable energy or reforestation projects. This can help to offset their environmental impact.
By adopting sustainable logistics practices, businesses can help to reduce their environmental impact and improve their bottom line. In addition, sustainable logistics can help to improve customer satisfaction and brand reputation.
Here are some of the benefits of sustainable logistics:
- Reduced environmental impact. Sustainable logistics practices can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and water pollution.
- Improved efficiency. Sustainable logistics practices can help to improve efficiency by reducing waste and optimizing transportation routes.
- Lower costs. Sustainable logistics practices can help to lower costs by reducing fuel consumption and energy usage.
- Improved customer satisfaction. Customers are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of the products they buy. By adopting sustainable logistics practices, businesses can improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Increased brand reputation. Businesses that are seen as being sustainable are often seen as being more responsible and trustworthy. This can lead to increased brand reputation and sales.
Sustainable logistics is a growing trend driven by several factors, including increasing environmental concerns, rising fuel prices, and government regulations. Businesses that adopt sustainable logistics practices can benefit from several advantages, including reduced environmental impact, improved efficiency, lower costs, improved customer satisfaction, and increased brand reputation.
To learn about Logistics Plus sustainability initiatives, visit www.logisticsplus.com/sustainability
by logisticsplus | May 15, 2023 | News
Logistics Plus has released two new “Supply Chain Challenge? Solved!” case studies. A short description of each is summarized below. You can click the icon to read/download the complete PDF document. To view other Logistics Plus case studies, please visit www.logisticsplus.com/case-studies.
Case Study: Setting Up a Distribution & Fulfillment Center to Support the Growth of a Luxury Brands Retailer
Logistics Plus harnesses the power of its ‘yes’ culture to help a fashion and luxury brands retailer open a Chicago distribution and fulfillment center to bring the brands it works with closer to a key market.
Case Study: Interactive Data Model Helps Optimize Distribution for German Beer Company
Logistics Plus® Business Intelligence solutions are designed with a user-centric approach. We provide our clients with end-to-end supply chain visibility using interactive dashboards, predictive analytics, custom reporting, shipment tracking and tracing, freight invoicing, and global control tower capabilities.
by logisticsplus | May 3, 2023 | News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Logistics Plus Ranks Among Transport Topics 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies
Logistics Plus is also named a Top Dry Storage Warehousing Firm and a Top Freight Brokerage Firm.
ERIE, PA (May 3, 2023) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is proud to announce that it has been named to the annual Transport Topics Top 100 list of North America’s largest logistics companies based on gross revenue for the most recent 12-month period. With domestic sales approaching a half billion dollars, Logistics Plus made the final 100th spot among all third-party logistics providers competing in North America. Logistics Plus also ranked as the 44th largest dry storage warehousing firm and the 61st largest freight brokerage firm.
“With the historic supply chain disruptions of the last few years receding into the past, third-party logistics providers have been adjusting to normalizing freight market conditions while working to build more efficient and resilient supply chains for the future,” said Seth Clevenger, Transport Topics’ managing editor of features. “The Transport Topics Top 100 Logistics Companies list offers an updated look at how the industry’s largest 3PLs are adapting to this shifting business landscape.”
“I always say we punch above our weight class,” said Jim Berlin, Founder and CEO of Logistics Plus. “Even though we have the global resources to be recognized among the largest 3PLs, we maintain a flat structure with lean operations that are responsive to our customers’ needs. No customer is too large or small for us. They are all equally important.”
To learn who made the list and read more about the issues facing logistics companies, visit Transport Topics at https://www.ttnews.com/articles/2023-top-logistics-highlights-growth.
Last month, Logistics Plus was named a Top 100 Logistics IT Provider for 2023 by Inbound Logistics magazine.
About Transport Topics
Since 1935, Transport Topics (TT) has been the news leader in trucking and freight transportation. When it comes to major issues, industry events, and new developments, TT journalists get the story first and get it right, keeping readers informed about all aspects of the trucking industry and helping them stay ready for what’s to come. Explore the latest at https://www.ttnews.com.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Fontana, CA; Haslet TX; Honolulu, HI; Houston, TX; Jamestown, NY; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Meadville, PA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Norfolk, VA; Olean, NY; Phoenix, AZ; Riverside, CA; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; South Africa; Taiwan; Thailand; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; Ukraine; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
Click the image below to download the Logistics Plus logo:
by logisticsplus | Apr 28, 2023 | News
Tom Kelly (Regional VP of Operations) and Mario Lizaola (Director of Business Development) were featured on the weekly Business Spotlight program from WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. Business Spotlight is a weekly 30-minute program airing Fridays at noon. Each segment focuses on a business, organization, or university that is making an impact across the region.
In this segment, Tom and Mario discuss their backgrounds, the company’s growth on the west coast, new warehouses in the Logistics Plus network, challenges in their current roles, and more. You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking the audio link below.
