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When capacity is tight, being a shipper of choice can help shippers secure space with carriers. Capacity is tightening across the industry, and ACT Research forecasts double-digit growth in spot rates for the rest of this year and 2021, said Tim Denoyer, senior analyst at ACT Research, during a webinar on Sept. 15. Building relationships now and securing capacity can help shippers avoid the spot market.
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Growth in e-commerce, natural disasters and the flow of imports are all causing distribution networks to come out of balance, adding to capacity challenges shippers will face this fall.
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Contingency plans keep freight moving when disruptions occur and allow shippers to remain agile when challenges arise. Planning for "what if" scenarios and identifying options in advance can be especially important when capacity is tight and transportation is harder to secure. Industry analysts predict that trucking will remain in demand throughout the rest of 2020, so now is the ideal time for shippers to run through potential disruptions as well as solutions.
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Penske Logistics has been recognized by Wayne Farms with a 2020 Outstanding Service Award for dedicated contract carriage services. Penske transports processed poultry throughout the Southeast United States for the company.

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Penske Logistics has released a new freight management buyer's guide to aid companies in improving their freight management capabilities. The complimentary publication will advise businesses towards making an important decision: Continue insourcing the management of their freight transportation, or whether to partially or fully outsource the function? Click here to download the guide.

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Penske’s Stacy Schlachter Recognized with Women in Supply Chain Award

Supply & Demand Chain Executive has launched a new award designed specifically for women leaders in the supply chain industry and Penske Logistics' own Stacy Schlachter, vice president of sales and enterprise accounts, is included on the inaugural list.

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Milestone Third-Party Logistics Study, Sponsored by Penske Logistics, Reports Collaborative Shipper-3PL Relationships, Further Technology Investments

The 2021 25th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study shows that shippers and their third-party logistics providers are working together to create positive relationships as well as a competitive advantage. Additionally, shippers have high expectations of what they need from logistics providers, and 3PLs are responding with increased technological and digital capabilities, improved service levels and greater efficiency.

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CSCMP State of Logistics Report Update, Presented by Penske: Shifting Consumer and Shipper Demands, a Focus on Resilience Drive Opportunities for 3PLs

Market demands brought on by COVID-19 are creating new challenges, and opportunities, for third-party logistics providers and the shippers that rely on them as they work to meet increasing customer expectations and minimize supply chain disruptions.

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Tighter Trucking Capacity Likely Ahead for Shippers
Shippers should prepare for a hectic fall as demand rises and capacity tightens.
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National Technician Appreciation Week

From the early days of the pandemic, technicians have been on the frontlines ensuring the nation's trucks remain road-ready to help keep the supply chain and the economy moving forward.

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Penske Logistics today announced that it has earned the Cold Carrier Certification, the first certification of its kind focused on excellence in refrigerated transportation through the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA), a trade association for the cold chain industry working to grow the industry and lead the cold chain.

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Penske Launches U.S. Warehouse Associate Appreciation Week

Increased consumer demand for food and other goods during the coronavirus pandemic has forced retailers to turn to warehouses – and warehouse associates – to help replenish store shelves.

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Penske Thanks U.S. Drivers During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

The essential role of professional truck drivers and warehouse associates has been in the spotlight in recent months as the world battles the coronavirus pandemic.

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Inbound Logistics magazine has added Penske Logistics to the 2020 Top 100 Truckers list. Several hundred companies submitted credentials this year, presenting a difficult challenge for the publication to construct the list.

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Penske Logistics is supporting CSCMP EDGE 2020 Live! as a Global Sponsor. The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals' annual conference is going virtual this year from September 20-23, with Penske Logistics president Marc Althen and senior vice president of sales and solutions Andy Moses participating as speakers.

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Commercial motor vehicle inspectors will be out in force from Sept. 9 to 11 across North America as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck.

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Penske Launches Warehouse Associate Appreciation Week

Increased consumer demand for food and other goods during the coronavirus pandemic has forced retailers to turn to warehouses – and warehouse associates – to help replenish store shelves.

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Penske Logistics Thanks Canadian Drivers During National Trucking Week

The essential role of professional truck drivers has been in the spotlight in recent months as the world battles the coronavirus pandemic.

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The holidays can create a surge in demand for trucking capacity, and now is the ideal time to prepare for potential spikes.

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Quest for Quality Awards

Penske Logistics today announced they have won a pair of Quest for Quality Awards from Logistics Management Magazine. Both honors came in the Third-Party Logistics category: Transportation Management Solutions and the Value Added Warehousing and Distributions Solutions. In the latter honor, Penske recorded the highest score in customer service/value added services.

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