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> Michelin unveiled the X Multi Energy D2 regional haul drive tire. It has 9% lower rolling resistance than
its predecessor and 18% better rolling resistance than competitors. The tire is built on the Duracore casing, rated for up to one million miles and four retreads. > CSafe launched Silverskin RE PMC, a reusable thermal cover for multi- pallet air freight shipments of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals. The six- layer insulated cover accommodates up to 8 Euro pallets or 6 US pallets. > Jungheinrich introduced its ETV 4i electric reach truck for high-bay warehouses. The truck posts the highest lifting speed in its class at 5.2 feet/s unloaded and integrates lithium-ion technology with fast and intermediate charging. > LogistiQ launched the FlowLogiQ L11, a large- package singulator for items up to 70 pounds. Three drive motors per 10 feet versus the industry standard of one give it tighter speed control and a 1.5% error rate at 15,000 packages per hour.
> SolitAir launched cargo routes to Port Harcourt, Nigeria and Hargeisa, Somaliland, expanding its African network to 20 destinations across 16 countries. The additions mark the Dubai-based carrier’s first direct footprint in both markets.
> Sensitech launched TempTale GEO APX Global, a real-time temperature, humidity, location, and light monitor for food shipments across modes. It supports refrigerated shipments up to 60 days and frozen shipments up to 120 days.
covers return verification, exception handling, and recordkeeping for products being reintroduced into commercial distribution. The EU’s removal of its €150 duty-free threshold on low-value imports has made customs clearance a challenge for U.S. retailers shipping internationally. > Asendia USA published a free e-book and on-demand webinar to help retailers adapt to the new requirements ahead of peak season.
service includes 24/7 monitoring and a money- back guarantee if cargo isn’t ready within six hours of the committed time. DHL Supply Chain launched a service for health systems. It consolidates inventory and medical support activities in a single service center. The model targets health systems, expanding care networks across more locations.
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> GS1 US published guidance for pharmaceutical trading partners on managing prescription drug returns under DSCSA, the federal law requiring tracking of drugs through the supply chain. The resource
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> Lufthansa Cargo now offers an emergency add-on
for critical shipments across its network. The
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