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State of Freight is a series of industry resources from FTR, the leader in market intelligence and forecasting for the North American freight transportation industry. FTR podcasts provide updates for the Trucking and Rail markets, as well as the broader economy. Each podcast includes a slide deck of graphs that can be used in presentations or for internal analysis. For show downloads and to signup for more State of Freight content, go to www.FTRintel.com/podcast.
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Railways Africa Magazine discusses the activities of African railway operators and the supporting railway industry. Railways Africa has been providing railway news and rail-related business intelligence - focused specifically on the African continent since the early ’50s. Our platforms consist of - Railways Africa Live, Coffee with the editor, the immersive experience and our weekly and monthly publication. Our online premium platform provides project information as well as opportunities to ...
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The Logistics of Logistics is a podcast hosted by industry expert Joe Lynch. Joe interviews founders, executives, and innovators who are shaping the future of logistics and supply chain. Topics include transportation, logistics, warehousing, technology, supply chain, and ecommerce. The Logistics of Logistics audience expects an inside perspective of what’s next in logistics and supply chain delivered via podcasts, videos, and articles. Topics include: Transportation Topics Small package, Sma ...
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The Loadstar Podcast

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The Loadstar Podcast adds nuance and depth to The Loadstar's coverage of the global supply chain. Each episode we interview the world’s leading freight, shipping, air cargo and logistics executives and analysts about the forces making markets tick and the challenges that lie ahead. Host and Creator Mike King also discusses the stories that matter with The Loadstar’s global team of journalists. To receive this podcast straight into your inbox sign-up at: https://theloadstar.com/registration/
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Welcome to another episode of the RSSB podcast! This month we're joined by Dougie Hill, who is Chair of the National Freight Safety Group. He talks about the freight landscape in 2024, what it'll take to safely meet the government's rail freight growth target, and what RSSB is working on to make this happen. Find out more about the NFSG here: www.r…
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In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news, including the latest in Canada's rail strike saga and what's got stakeholders annoyed at Schiphol airport. She also offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. The Loadstar’s managing…
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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into payroll employment in trucking and in the broader economy. We also look at job openings and U.S. international trade in goods and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of …
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Andrew Wimer and Joe Lynch discuss the blind spots of visibility. Andrew is Director, Operations for Descartes MacroPoint, a global leader in on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions for logistics businesses. About Andrew Wimer Andrew Wimer is Director, Operations for Descartes MacroPoint, a global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-ser…
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From food to pharmaceuticals and beyond, some products rely on temperature controlled shipping to reach markets on time and intact. However, that task is more than just making sure the truck stays cold. The dynamics, trends, and challenges of the cold supply chain ensure that the market has to continually evolve and adapt to keep delivering fleet e…
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In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news, including MSC's market-share milestone, and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, details incessant ocean freight spot rate rise…
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From directional signs to digital alerts, these essential guides keep us on the right path and informed about what's ahead. In this episode, we'll share some interesting signs and stories that will give you some perspective for the next time you come across any of these signs on your travels. Music Credits: QY for QylityTime, LLC, Osibiom…
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Ryan Sullivan and Joe Lynch discuss the CRO perspective - growing freighttech sales. Ryan is the CEO and Founder of Ratchet Ventures, a fractional CRO firm specializing in the logistics and freighttech space. Summary: The CRO Perspective: Growing FreightTech Sales In this podcast, Ryan Sullivan, Founder of Ratchet Ventures and an experienced Chief …
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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review the number of new trucking firms and firms exiting the market in June and discuss some key indicators of the consumer, manufacturing, housing, and nonresidential construction sectors. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight and review so…
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In this episode of the Loadstar podcast, we explore the complex interplay between politics and global supply chains against the backdrop of the UK's upcoming elections on July 4th. The conversation spans across several critical areas, starting with a freight rate update and moving on to an analysis of how elections in major economies, including the…
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Michael Caney and Joe Lynch discuss eliminating freight fraud. Michael is the Chief Commercial Officer of Highway, a freight-tech company that identifies who's really hauling your freight to reduce fraud and supercharge your digital bookings. About Michael Caney Michael Caney is a keen strategist and visionary leader with a demonstrated track recor…
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In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, details back-to-back rises in ocean freight rates, and how the market is adapting to in…
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Kenneth Carter III and Joe Lynch discuss 5 lessons from military logistics. Kenneth is the CEO of Ameriton Freight, a logistics company specializing in the food and beverage space. Summary: 5 Lessons From Military Logistics In this podcast, Kenneth Carter III shares his remarkable journey from drug addiction and incarceration to becoming the CEO an…
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Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss market insights. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. Summary: Market Insights In this podcast, Jason Miller, a professor at Michigan State University, shares his expertise on the current state of the supply chain an…
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As we reach the halfway point of 2024, the latest edition of InTek Freight & Logistics: The Podcast welcomes an expert on the freight market and all the indicators that tell us about its health - or (spoiler alert) lack thereof as summer heats up. Dr. Jason Miller is a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics at the Eli Broad College of Business at…
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Join us for an insightful conversation with Nthabiseng Kubheka, the Chief Executive Officer of Bombela Operating Company (PTY) Ltd, (BOC), as she shares her journey and achievements in the rail industry. Recognised as one of the top 15 women globally in rail by the International Railway Journal (IRJ), Nthabiseng discusses her passion for inclusion …
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Mike Droesch and Joe Lynch discuss the supply chain road map. Mike is a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, a venture capital firm that backs promising startups in technology, supply chain, healthcare, and consumer markets. Mike's focus is on logistics and supply chain. Click the link to see Mike review BVP's Supply Chain Roadmap. Summary: The Su…
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In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news, including the latest updates to strike action looming in Europe and North America. She also offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle…
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Joe Spisak and Joe Lynch discuss the state of warehousing and fulfillment. Joe is the Founder and CEO of www.Fulfill.com, a marketplace that connects ecommerce brands with the right warehousing and fulfillment partners. Summary: The State of Warehousing and Fulfillment In this podcast, Joe Spisak, Founder and CEO of Fulfill.com, shares his expertis…
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Kevin Hill and Joe Lynch disucss 4 trends in freight brokerage. Kevin is the Owner of Brush Pass Research, a sales and marketing research firm that helps companies sell to freight brokerages across North America. Summary: 4 Trends in Freight Brokerage Kevin Hill of Brush Past Research joins the Logistics of Logistics podcast to discuss the growth, …
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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we look at pricing for consumers and producers in the economy, including some notable developments related to freight transportation. Plus, we review business formation during June and recap the latest week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight. Support the Show.…
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This episode, hosted by Mike King, dives deep into the challenges currently rocking the container shipping and logistics industries and driving up shipper costs. Red Sea diversions, unpredictable demand signals, new tariff regimes, possible union strikes, and space shortages are all making the management and forecasting of ocean supply chains incre…
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Karl Swensen and Joe Lynch discuss solving the $1.8 trillion distortion inventory problem. Karl is the CEO and Co-founder of Pull Logic, an AI-enabled tech company focused on reducing lost sales for retailers, brands, and manufacturers due failure points in the supply chain and selling processes. Summary: Solving the $1.8 Trillion Inventory Distort…
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This week's episode of News in Brief is a special edition 'Multimodal in Brief', with a surprise celebrity guest! Host and news reporter, Charlotte Goldstone, spent her time at this week's Multimodal exhibition in Birmingham recording 'brief' interviews with visitors and exhibitors from all across the supply chain to hear why their company attended…
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Shipping cross-border with Mexico involves considerations beyond moving freight within the U.S. - with customs being what many consider a primary obstacle. However, the right partner makes things much less daunting. Joining us on this episode of InTek Freight & Logistics: The Podcast to discuss the customs process between or across the borders is A…
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Chris Camacho and Joe Lynch discuss the Phoenix factor: how Arizona became a logistics hub. Chris is President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), an organization working to attract and grow quality businesses in the Greater Phoenix area. Summary: The Phoenix Factor: How Arizona Became a Logistics Hub In this podcast, Chris Cama…
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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss a significant change in trucking employment and review broader data on the U.S. labor market. Plus, we address the latest data from the drug and alcohol clearinghouse and on international trade in goods. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck …
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Charlie Saffro and Joe Lynch discuss recruiting and retaining top performers in logistics. Charlie is Founder and CEO of CS Recruiting, a recruitment company that specializes in the logistics, transportation, and supply chain verticals. About Charlie Saffro Charlie Saffro is a recruiting and retention expert, a female entrepreneur, and a TEDx speak…
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SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Inbound Logistics is discussing innovations in supply chain and manufacturing and how they are shaping the warehouse and the factory of the future. Joining us is Erez Agmoni, Global Head of Innovation (L&S) at MAERSK and Jonathan den Hartog, Senior Director of Product Management at Autodesk. FOR MORE …
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SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Today we are looking at ways to increase transportation and logistics visibility using automation. Joining us is Andre Luecht, Global Strategy Lead - Transport, Logistics & Warehouse for Zebra Technologies. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Zebra: www.zebra.com DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dia…
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Gaurav Khandelwal and Joe Lynch discuss beyond the yard - how Velostics streamlines scheduling. Gaurav is the Founder and CEO of Velostics, a company on a mission to revolutionize the logistics landscape. Summary: Beyond the Yard: How Velostics Streamlines Scheduling In this podcast, Gaurav Khandelwal, CEO of Velostics, discusses how their cloud-ba…
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In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review changes in the for-hire trucking company population during May and updated data on the U.S. economy during the first quarter. Plus, we review some key indicators of the manufacturing and consumer sectors and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freigh…
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In this sponsored episode, host and producer Mike King is joined by Andrew Bowen, Chief Operating Officer for UK Ports & Terminals at DP World, to discuss groundbreaking developments and sustainability initiatives at London Gateway and DP World Southampton. Celebrating its 10-year anniversary, London Gateway is set to unveil its new fourth berth la…
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Ron Crabtree and Joe Lynch discuss Supply Chain 2030. Ron is the Founder and CEO of MetaOps & MetaExperts, a global network of operational excellence rockstars ready to tackle your toughest challenges. They'll diagnose your problems and get you back on track, fast. Summary: Supply Chain 2030 In this podcast, Joe Lynch and Ron Crabtree delve into th…
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Businesses are constantly evolving and have to find ways to optimize efficiency. Having an effective ERP alongside a robust TMS provides a comprehensive, and rather vast, set of tools to reach that goal. What if full integration of those tools could provide a more manageable system to benefit shippers and consumers? Saurabh Rohatgi and Mayur Narasi…
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In this episode of The Loadstar’s News in Brief Podcast, host and news reporter Charlotte Goldstone recaps last week’s supply chain news, including the Royal Mail sale, and offers a preview of stories that might appear on The Loadstar this week. The Loadstar’s managing editor, Gavin van Marle, discusses how ocean freight rates might be levelling ou…
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