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Global4PL Announces ‘Troyer Transportation, Inc Awarded Global4PL a Bidding On-line, Carrier Negotiation Contract’
Global4PL Supply Chain Services reduces supply chain costs and global warming. - February 02, 2007 - Global4PL
Educational Resources Launches Cruising to Self-Storage Profits Seminar at Sea
Self-storage is turning the heads of investors from coast to coast, but profitable self-storage investments demand more than location, location and location. Indeed, although many tried and true investment principles apply to the self-storage landscape, maximizing profits from investments in this... - February 01, 2007 - Coast-To-Coast Storage
Collegeboxes and GrandCentral Partner for Innovative Customer Service
In a move certain to revolutionize the convenience of storage solutions for college students, Collegeboxes and GrandCentral Communications have combined their core services into an exciting new partnership. - January 30, 2007 - CollegeBoxes.com
Global4PL Announces ‘Green Supply Chain and Lower Cost Program’
Innovative program reduces supply chain costs and global warming. - January 27, 2007 - Global4PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Adds Key Players to Transportation Roster
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics recently added three key people to its transportation group as the company continues to execute an aggressive growth plan. In September of 2006, OH Logistics named industry veteran Denis Reilly as executive vice president, domestic transportation. Reilly is now serving as... - January 24, 2007 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
2nd Annual Cotton Forum Hosted by Mallory Alexander International Logistics Focuses on Supply Chain Information
Building on the success of last year's Cotton Forum, Mallory Alexander International Logistics invited clients to communicate their challenges and needs in the cotton export industry at the second annual event. “We were pleased to host this forum with such strong participation from our cotton... - January 20, 2007 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Grimes Trucking Company Hires New Director of Fleet Operations
The Grimes Companies (TGC) is pleased to announce that Ike Sherlock has joined the company as Director of Fleet Operations for its subsidiary Grimes Trucking Company (GTC). Sherlock’s primary responsibility is the general management of the trucking operations, with a focus on safety,... - January 17, 2007 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Educational Resources Selects Self Storage Promotions to Market Cruise Seminar
Educational Resources, LLC, a consortium of leading self-storage firms providing strategic industry training, has selected Self Storage Promotions, Inc. as its agency of record for the “Cruising to Self-Storage Development Profits” seminar in April 16-20, 2007. As Educational... - January 09, 2007 - Coast-To-Coast Storage
Coast-To-Coast Retains Self Storage Promotions
Coast-To-Coast Storage, LLC, the world’s leading expert in self-storage from feasibility to financing, today announced it has chosen Self Storage Promotions, the self-storage industry’s leading integrated marketing communications firm, as its agency of record. As... - December 28, 2006 - Coast-To-Coast Storage
Collegeboxes.com Announces New Headquarters and Services at Boston University
CollegeBoxes.com, a student storage company, announced today the opening of its new headquarters in downtown Boston. The new location includes an expanded 30 seat call center that promises to eliminate hold time and increase the already outstanding level of customer service. - December 15, 2006 - CollegeBoxes.com
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Names Bob Spieth President, Contract Logistics: Supply Chain Management Company Extends New Organizational Structure
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics named company veteran Bob Spieth as President of Contract Logistics. Spieth has been with OH Logistics for 7 years, serving in various roles including CIO and Executive Vice President of Operations. In this new role, Spieth will oversee the contract logistics business... - December 06, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Announces Promotions and New Structure: Changes to Support Growth and Improve Customer Service
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics recently announced several internal promotions for key personnel including Jim Davis to vice president, transportation systems; Michelle McManus to web marketing specialist; Debora Smith to director, special projects and retirement plans; and Brian Murphree to network... - November 22, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Adds President and CEO for its Barthco International Division: Michael “Mick” Fountain to Lead Global Freight Management
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics named Michael “Mick” Fountain as President and CEO of newly acquired Barthco International. - November 10, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Rapid Fulfillment, Inc. is Granted $5 Million Order Fulfillment Contract
Pittsburgh based Rapid Fulfillment secures contract that involves warehousing, inventory management and order fulfillment services. - November 07, 2006 - Rapid Fulfillment, Inc.
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Creates New Leadership Role: Anthony Jordan Named as Vice President, Client Relations Management
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) recently announced the promotion of Anthony “AJ” Jordan to vice president, client relations management. In this newly created role, Jordan will be responsible for the operational, financial and contractual relationships with several key OH... - October 27, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Recognized as Top 100 3PL by Leading Industry Publication Inbound Logistics
From a group of more than 500 initial candidates, Mallory Alexander International Logistics has been recognized as a 2006 Top 100 3PL (Third Party Logistics company) by Inbound Logistics magazine. - September 08, 2006 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Leases New Space in VA: DC to Service Virginia Inland Port
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) announced the addition of another multi-client facility to its over 21 million square foot network. This nearly half-a-million-square-foot facility is located in Winchester, VA with service from the Virginia Inland Port located in Front Royal. “Our... - September 02, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
OH Logistics Adds Supreet Manchanda: Executive Joins Leading 3PL as Chief Technology & Corporate Development Officer
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics announced the addition of Supreet Manchanda as EVP/Chief Technology & Corporate Development Officer. In this role Supreet is responsible for all aspects of information technology, merger & acquisition, integration activities and strategy. Supreet has over 20 years... - August 30, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Northern Plains Commerce Centre Announces Agreement with United Pulse Trading at Groundbreaking
The Northern Plains Commerce Centre (NPCC) announced it has reached an agreement to provide United Pulse Trading with a 90,000 square foot facility for the processing of global agricultural products. - August 29, 2006 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
The Grimes Companies Purchases New Distribution Center
The Grimes Companies (TGC) announced today the purchase of the former Pic N’ Save distribution center and corporate offices located at 14500 Hyatt Road for $7.3 million from Commercial Warehousing Inc. The 280,000 square foot facility offers TGC and its clients the opportunity to dramatically... - August 28, 2006 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Upgrades Fuel VoIP Enterprise Market as Companies Replace Aging Technology
Economic recovery and integration of VoIP fuel market rebound. - August 24, 2006 - Townsend Assets
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Receives U.S. “E” Award for Exporting Excellence by Presidential Representative at Memphis Ceremony
The President's Award for Excellence in Exporting was presented to Mallory Alexander International Logistics at a ceremony attended by civic and state leaders, top exporters and Mallory Alexander staff from around the country. The August 9 presentation was made by Presidential appointee Colleen... - August 23, 2006 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Logistics Provider Nexus Distribution names Mark Ferzacca Vice President of Business Development
Nexus announces the appointment of Mark Ferzacca as Vice President of Business Development at its corporate office in Itasca, IL. - August 01, 2006 - Nexus Distribution
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics and Cypress Medical Form Partnership: Both Companies Expand in Southern California
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics) and Cypress Medical Products, LP joined forces to meet the growing distribution needs of the medical supply manufacturer. - July 26, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
The Grimes Companies, a Logistics and Supply Chain Support Company, Announces Expansion and Growth Plans, Opening New Opportunities for Logistics Specialists
The Grimes Companies (TGC), one of Northeast Florida’s fastest growing logistics and supply chain support companies, is positioning for its next phase of expansion by opening new opportunities for talented logistics specialists. The Jacksonville based company will continue to focus on the... - July 24, 2006 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Coast-To-Coast Storage Heads to Reno to Conduct Developers Seminar
RK Kliebenstein, President of Coast-To-Coast, LLC, the world's leading expert in self-storage from feasibility to financing, is heading to Reno to conduct the How to Invest in Self-Storage: Acquisition Strategies seminar for the Inside Self-Storage on July 19-22, 2006 at the Reno Hilton in... - July 14, 2006 - Coast-To-Coast Storage
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Names Ross Burnett Border Operations Manager
Ross Burnett has been named border operations manager by Mallory Alexander International Logistics (www.mallorygroup.com). - July 13, 2006 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
The Grimes Companies Launches New Subsidiary Focused on Providing Transportation Brokerage and Supply Chain Management Services
The Grimes Companies Inc. (TGC) announced today that its newest subsidiary, Grimes Transportation Brokerage Inc. (GTB), is offering domestic and international transportation brokerage and supply chain management services. GTB is focused on offering value driven solutions and proactive supply chain... - July 07, 2006 - Total Distribution, Inc.
OH Logistics Acquires Barthco International, Freightek, Inc. and Turbo Logistics: 3PL Adds Customs Brokerage, Freight Forwarding, Transportation and Technology Services
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) announced the acquisitions of Barthco International, Freightek, Inc. and Turbo Logistics today. - July 07, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
The Grimes Companies Chooses Core e-business Solutions as New WMS Provider: Expands Information Management Capabilities
The Grimes Companies (TGC) announced today that it has chosen Core e-business Solutions, Inc. as its new warehouse management system and Prophesy Software as its new transportation management system. This move is a critical step in its strategic plan to expand the provision of supply chain services... - July 04, 2006 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Names Cathy Spencer General Manager, Northern Plains Commerce Centre
Cathy Spencer has been named general manager of the Northern Plains Commerce Centre (NPCC) by Mallory Alexander International Logistics (www.mallorygroup.com). - June 29, 2006 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics Chosen by Steel City Tool Works as 3PL: Steel City in Music City
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics recently added Steel City Tool Works to its client list. - June 29, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Strategic Expansion Continues at Rapidly Growing 3PL: OH Logistics Adds Seven New Business Development Leaders
With a pace even quick for the fast moving logistics industry, Ozburn-Hessey Logistics has expanded its market presence. OH Logistics has announced the addition of seven senior business development leaders, with the appointments going to some of the industry's most successful executives. - May 03, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
3PL Nexus Distribution Opens "Chicago Land Bridge"
Nexus Distribution, a leading third party logistics provider, paves the way for shippers to save money and time with new strategy for Midwest distribution. - March 23, 2006 - Nexus Distribution
Nexus Distribution Appoints Mark Ofenloch as Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Logistics professional and tenured leader Mark Ofenloch has been appointed as COO of Nexus Distribution. - March 07, 2006 - Nexus Distribution
OH Logistics Hires Executive Vice President and General Counsel: Frank Eichler Newest Executive at Rapidly Expanding 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) recently added Frank Eichler to the executive management team as executive vice president and general counsel. - February 23, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
OH Logistics Hires Vice President of Acquisitions: Shad Weaver to Bolster Growth for 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) recently added Shad Weaver to its executive leadership group as vice president of acquisitions. In this newly created role, Weaver will identify acquisition opportunities for OH Logistics and lead the company's execution and implementation... - January 25, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Jada Management’s SCP Supply Chain Planning Software Adds Forecasting Horsepower with Forecast PRO
Jada Management Systems (JMS) has increased the dynamic forecasting capabilities of its SCP Advanced Planning and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) software by integrating the highly-acclaimed Forecast Pro solution into the SCP product suite - January 20, 2006 - Jada Management Systems LLC
OH Logistics Hires Director of Human Resources: Andrew Tidwell to Help Support Growth Strategy for 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) recently hired Andrew Tidwell to serve as director of human resources for the company. - January 19, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
OH Logistics Names Benefit Consulting Alliance Supplier Partner of the Year
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) honored Benefit Consulting Alliance, LLC with its first annual Supplier Partner of the Year Award for service in 2005. The two companies have worked together since 2003. - January 12, 2006 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
SYSCO Awards OH Logistics 2005 National Warehouse of the Year Award: 3PL Honored by Client for the Third Consecutive Year
SYSCO Corporation awarded Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) its 2005 National Warehouse of the Year recognizing OH Logistics' Fond du Lac, WI facility. OH Logistics was also recognized for this award in 2003 and 2004, and has been in partnership with SYSCO for 28 years. - December 20, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Record Cotton Exports Predicted at Mallory Alexander International Logistics Cotton Forum
Participants at the first Cotton Forum sponsored by Mallory Alexander International Logistics (www.mallorygroup.com) explored issues surrounding the record cotton export volumes expected to move through U.S. ports through July 2006. The Forum was held in Memphis on Nov. 30 and was attended by Mallory Alexander's freight forwarding customers including leading cotton merchants and their respective ocean carrier base. - December 14, 2005 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
KARS Brokerage Announces Its Brokerage / Freight / Transportation / Warehousing Company
KARS Brokerage is licensed, bonded, insured and offers competitive rates, covering 48 states. We can accommodate any and all of your needs, from full loads, partial loads, vans, flatbed or reefer to cross docking and warehousing. - December 09, 2005 - Kars Brokerage
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Promotes Paul Liddell to Vice President Warehouse Operations
Paul Liddell has been promoted to vice president of Warehouse Operations by Mallory Alexander International Logistics (www.mallorygroup.com). He will focus on developing warehouse opportunities with global customers. - December 07, 2005 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Mallory Alexander International Logistics Names Carey Treadwell to Global Business Development Group
Carey Treadwell has been named to a prestigious team of Global Business Development Directors by Mallory Alexander International Logistics. - November 30, 2005 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
OH Logistics names new Director of Marketing and Communication: Karen
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) announced the promotion of Karen Hall to Director of Marketing and Communication. Ms. Hall had previously served as a Marketing Manager for the company. - November 29, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
OH Logistics Adds Mike Honious: Engineering Professional Joins Leading 3PL
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics announced the addition of Mike Honious as Vice President of Engineering. - November 22, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
The Scotts Company LLC and OH Logistics Partner in Southern California: 3PL to Operate 600,000 SF Building
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics (OH Logistics, www.ohlogistics.com) and The Scotts Company LLC, a subsidiary of The ScottsMiracle-Gro Company, announced a partnership in which OH Logistics will provide warehousing and transportation scheduling for The Scotts Company and operate a 600,000 square foot building in Fontana, CA. - November 15, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics and Zildjian Partner for Logistics
Percussion Products Company and 3PL Harmonizing Supply Chain Operations. - November 01, 2005 - Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
Nexus Announces New Pennsylvania Distribution Center Opening
Nexus Distribution, a leading North American 3PL (Third Party Logistics) Provider, expands its warehousing presence in the Northeast region of the U.S. and opens new distribution center in Lehigh Valley, PA. - October 27, 2005 - Nexus Distribution