New Logistics Report Says Year 2014 Was Great for Supply Chain, But Trucking Shortage Remains a Concern - Jun 25, 2015
The transportation sector grew by 3.6 percent last year due to stronger shipment volumes rather than higher rates. The U.S. economy was on solid ground, it said, with consistent new job creation, and real net income and household net worth inching up. Inflation was low-to-moderate and gas prices tumbled, providing consumers with additional buying power.; New Reports Forecast Steady Growth in Global Pallet Market, Better in Europe, Slower in the U.S.: A report by Technavio analysts called Global Pallet Market 2015-19 predicts that the global pallet market will witness steady growth at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.57% over the period 2014-2019.; News Briefs: The sawmill industry rebound can be seen by the growth and strong exhibitor support at the recently completed Expo 2015. PECO Pallet rental company continues to grow in Canada and has opened a new depot in Calgary. The Corrugated Pallets Company (TCPC) recently announced that it has completed the design for its patent-pending pallet runner manufacturing equipment. A recent study shows that increasing demand for wood pellets results in more forest area. According to local news reports, a large fire in a mulch pile at Pallet Connection and Farms in Miner, Missouri damaged much of the property.
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