by logisticsplus | Apr 2, 2021 | News
After being blocked for nearly a week, traffic has finally resumed in the Suez Canal. Logistics Plus Founder and CEO Jim Berlin connected with Erie News Now reporter Haley Potter to discuss the blockage’s supply chain impact. Even though the canal blockage happened over 5,000 miles away in Egypt, the effects are still felt in the United States.
“Even though the ships will get through more quickly to get rid of the backlog, when you think about it, they are all going to ports, and now the ports will be clogged,” Jim told Erie News Now. He added, “We will feel this for a few months, I think.”
Since its completion in 1869, the Suez Canal has become one of the world’s most important seaways. This human-made waterway enables a more direct route for shipping between Europe and Asia. According to Reuters, about 15% of the world’s shipping traffic transits the canal, and an estimated $10 billion worth of goods was disrupted each day the canal was blocked.
Watch the full news story below or using this link: www.erienewsnow.com/local-impacts-from-suez-canal-blockage
by logisticsplus | Mar 9, 2021 | News
Logistics Plus Customs Brokerage Manager Gretchen Blough was featured on yesterday’s airing of the Marketplace podcast hosted by Kai Ryssdal and Sean McHenry of National Public Radio (NPR). In this segment, Gretchen talks about the shipping differences in 2020 versus 2021, the backlog at the ports, a new trade policy, and more. Gretchen is a frequent guest on Marketplace due to her unique insights and imports, tariffs, trade agreements, and related trends.
You can listen to the full ‘The customs industry navigates port delays, tariffs and uncertainty‘ segment or read the full transcript below.
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by logisticsplus | Feb 17, 2021 | News
Logistics Plus has been profiled as a top third-party logistics (3PL) company by Inbound Logistics for its 2021 Logistics Planner. In its 29th year of publication, the recognized industry planner helps companies find the right technology solutions and transportation and logistics partners to drive supply chain efficiency. With both print and digital editions, the annual issue is updated with profiles of leaders in transportation, technology, logistics, and more who stand ready to help businesses face upcoming challenges to optimize their supply chains.
The Logistics Plus profile appears on page 350 of the publication, and an accompanying advertisement appears on page 195. The profile and advertisement formally introduce our new but appropriate descriptor, A 21st Century Logistics Company™, to recognize the unique and contemporary ways that Logistics Plus develops creative solutions for today’s most critical supply chain challenges.
Working as your 3PL, 3½PL, or 4PL partner, Logistics Plus is the company that handles supply chain challenges from start-to-finish by doing what other logistics companies can’t or won’t do. We’re small enough to be agile and responsive to your needs, yet large enough to have a network of solutions that span your entire supply chain.
You can view PDF versions of the Logistics Plus profile and advertisement by clicking the two images below.
You can view the entire 2021 Logistics Planner digital edition online here: https://resources.inboundlogistics.com/digital/issues/IL_Digital_January2021.pdf
by logisticsplus | Jan 21, 2021 | News
Logistics Plus founder & CEO Jim Berlin was interviewed by Erie News Now to talk about his lifelong support and excitement for the Buffalo Bills. Jim’s support of the Bills dates back to 1969 when he attended college at the University of Buffalo. Just two weeks ago, Jim was one of the lucky fans who got to attend the first Bills home playoff game since 1996 versus the Colts. This week, Jim’s even more excited as he secured his tickets for the AFC Championship game versus the Kansas City Chiefs.
“If you watch the game, on the 25-yard line, there will be four of us in blue,” Jim told Erie News Now. When asked about the favorite teams of his employees, Jim adds, “When you walk through Union Station there’s all sorts of Steelers and Browns paraphernalia. There’s only like four or five Bills fans but we’re walking the halls proud this year.”
If the Bills move on to the Super Bowl in Tampa Bay, you better believe Jim will be searching for his next set of tickets.
Watch the full news story below or using this link: www.erienewsnow.com/jim-berlin-says-buffalo-may-go-all-the-way
by logisticsplus | Jan 20, 2021 | News
Logistics Plus Senior VP of International Gretchen Seth was interviewed by Erie News Now to discuss the Covid-19 vaccine distribution and how private sector companies like Logistics Plus could help. The current Covid-19 vaccine distribution has been widely criticized as the supply is limited and distribution remains delayed.
When asked if she thinks private sector companies could help with the distribution of the vaccine, Gretchen said, “Absolutely. Companies that are in supply chain do this for a living.” Gretchen added, “We (Logistics Plus) feel like we would have a lot to add to the effort if we would be invited to do so.”
Logistics Plus has already helped fight the battle against Covid-19 by securing and distributing PPE when the pandemic first began. By leveraging our connections in China, Logistics Plus has sourced, warehoused, and delivered over 12 million pieces of FDA-approved PPE to businesses, organizations, and individuals all around the world.
Watch the full news story below or using this link: www.erienewsnow.com/private-sectors-expertise-can-help-vaccine-distribution
