SMC³ continues to provide peerless and innovative solutions like LTL APIs, rating and carrier connectivity solutions. “While we can anticipate certain challenges ahead in 2025, every year has the potential to bring unforeseen circumstances—challenges and opportunities alike,” Thompson adds. “However, access to information and technology will give all industry participants the ability to react quickly and successfully meet any challenge ahead.” FORGING AHEAD WITH TECH INNOVATION Georgia’s logistics technology industry is a driving force behind supply chain innovation, with more than 190 logistics technology companies calling the state home. These companies develop cutting- edge software and hardware solutions
The Georgia Ports Authority recently announced plans to add three new start times to work vessels at the Port of Savannah—6 a.m., 3 p.m., and 9 p.m. These are in addition to current start times of 7 a.m., 8 a.m., 1 p.m., 7 p.m., and midnight. GPA provides 24-hour vessel service at Garden City Terminal in Savannah. The Port of Savannah, which currently averages 35 vessels per week, will also increase vessel capacity through the use of a new lay berth at Ocean Terminal starting in May. Staging vessels there will drastically reduce the transition time between large ships departing and arriving. The time a berth is open and unused at Garden City Terminal has seen a 75% improvement, from 12 hours down to 3 hours, when the lay berth is used. “While we’re renovating Ocean Terminal, we’re going to use the berth
that optimize logistics operations, reinforcing Georgia’s reputation as a global leader in the eld. Home to logistics powerhouses like Delta, UPS, Norfolk Southern, and Manhattan Associates, the state boasts a robust technology infrastructure that supports industry growth. The center plays a vital role in the state’s logistics ecosystem, helping companies adopt advanced logistics technologies to enhance ef ciency and competitiveness, says Sandy Lake of the Georgia Center of Innovation. Further strengthening the industry, Georgia’s universities and technical colleges offer more than 30 specialized degree programs, ensuring a steady pipeline of talent. Pairing technology preeminence with robust infrastructure continues to be a go-to strategy as the GPA rolls out major service upgrades and improvements.
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