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NZ Post, Aramex expect delays during alert level changes
New Zealand Post

NZ Post, Aramex expect delays during alert level changes

NZ Post and Aramex are expecting major delays in their delivery times following the change in alert levels across the country from today.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021
NZ Post takes 50% stake in logistics firm Supply Chain Solutions
Supply Chain

NZ Post takes 50% stake in logistics firm Supply Chain Solutions

NZ Post will also shut down its Contract Logistics third-party logistics business by the end of June next year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jul 2021
Gisborne fatality after cable snapped on Taiwanese operated ship
Short Message Service

Gisborne fatality after cable snapped on Taiwanese operated ship

A Transport Accident Investigation Commission report says poor cargo-securing guidance left crew exposed to a snapped wire that killed an able seaman in Gisborne.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Jun 2020
Infrastructure Futures scenario one: Conflicted Planet
Data centers

Infrastructure Futures scenario one: Conflicted Planet

Regional blocs and national champions could leave infrastructure slower to innovate, more monopolistic and less resilient as climate risks mount.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2020
How KiwiRail will spend its $1.2b rail investment
Supply Chain

How KiwiRail will spend its $1.2b rail investment

Better freight services and more reliable trains are set to follow, as the funding also covers new ferries and ageing locomotives.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 18th May 2020
The real test comes in the second half
Gaming

The real test comes in the second half

Bond markets and prolonged virus disruption could strain weaker firms, with airlines, shipping and non-food retail facing the biggest risk.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020
The state of New Zealand’s marine environment is worse than we thought
Conservation

The state of New Zealand’s marine environment is worse than we thought

Marine ecosystems face mounting pressure as pollution, fishing and warming seas threaten species, habitats and coastal communities.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019

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FedEx launches eCommerce shipping service
eCommerce

FedEx launches eCommerce shipping service

Businesses can offer their customers shipment services with delivery times between 1-5 business days within Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa (AMEA).

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Sep 2021
Unisys enables cargo shipment tracking throughout the supply chain
Supply Chain

Unisys enables cargo shipment tracking throughout the supply chain

Unisys developed 'piece-level tracking' with the aim of assisting airlines and freight companies with tracking down products travelling within the supply chain.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Aug 2021
DHL eyes up market potential as eCommerce thrives
Supply Chain

DHL eyes up market potential as eCommerce thrives

DHL aims to reclaim top spot in mail and logistics by capitalizing on the global eCommerce boom, with shipments increasing 17.3% YoY in Nov-Dec 2020.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Aug 2021
Reveel leverages analytics to simplify parcel shipping conundrum
Supply Chain

Reveel leverages analytics to simplify parcel shipping conundrum

Reveel has unveiled a new shipping intelligence platform that aims to simplify parcel shipping rates across major carriers such as FedEx and UPS.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021
Pitney Bowes launches parcel sending solution in Australia
Marketing Technologies

Pitney Bowes launches parcel sending solution in Australia

The solution will allow users to choose their preferred carrier, print shipping labels, and track packages from their device.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Jun 2021
Future trends for parcel sending and eCommerce
Customer Experience

Future trends for parcel sending and eCommerce

The eCommerce boom has only just begun as consumers increasingly shop online, forcing retailers to adapt their operations.

By Ben Seal • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Mar 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Logmore?
Supply Chain

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Logmore?

Finnish company Logmore is using its cloud service and QR code tags to monitor COVID-19 vaccine shipments in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Thu, 18th Feb 2021
Increasing profit margins for your online business through better cost management
Marketing Technologies

Increasing profit margins for your online business through better cost management

COVID-19 accelerated eCommerce, but online retailers face cost management challenges. Strategic investment is crucial.

By Ben Seal • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Jan 2021
How to increase profits for online businesses by streamlining shipping processes
Marketing Technologies

How to increase profits for online businesses by streamlining shipping processes

Organisations need to ensure their shipping processes are streamlined and efficient so that customers receive their goods quickly and in good condition.

By Ben Seal • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2020
BluJay enters partnership with Uber Freight to optimise global shipping
Partner Programmes

BluJay enters partnership with Uber Freight to optimise global shipping

BluJay Solutions has entered into a partnership agreement with Uber Freight in a bid to further both companies' commitment to help build global supply chains.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2020

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