Hydraulic fracturing - fracking - to harvest natural gas and petroleum reserves from shale is a booming business. According to a report by IHS Global Insight published in December 2011, fracking is forecast to contribute $118 billion toward U.S. economic growth over the next four years. But as industry growth soars, so do the logistical challenges of doing business.  Looking for cost-effective solutions to overcome these challenges and improve supply chain visibility, create efficiencies and…See More

3PLs typically offer a range of important supply chain management services that support customers’ daily transportation operations including:Shipment information trackingAccurate billingInternational shipment bookingsWarehouse and carrier coordinationBut you should expect more! Through your 3PL, you should have access to the latest global trade management systems that automate supply chain processes while providing you with real-time visibility into transportation operations.  Going a step…See More

3PLs typically offer a range of important supply chain management services that support customers’ daily transportation operations including:Shipment information trackingAccurate billing  Warehouse and carrier coordinationBut you should expect more! Through your 3PL, you should have access to the latest global trade management systems that automate supply chain processes while providing you with real-time visibility into transportation operations.  Going a step further, your 3PL should generate…See More

As chemical shippers compete for limited truck driver and asset availability to transport hazmat materials, new hours of service regulations issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration restrict driver time behind the wheel in an effort to ensure greater safety on the roads.   Effective February (with a compliance date of July, 2013), the maximum number of hours a truck driver can work within a week is…See More

As chemical shippers compete for limited truck driver and asset availability to transport hazmat materials, new hours of service regulations issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration restrict driver time behind the wheel in an effort to ensure greater safety on the roads.   Effective February (with a compliance date of July, 2013), the maximum number of hours a truck driver can work within a week is…See More