Logistics Plus News & Notes

July 2019 Issue

Logistics Plus Joins MACH-3000 Alliance

Logistics Plus is proud to announce it has been officially accepted as a member of the MACH-3000 Alliance in support of the global furniture logistics network. As its North American partner, Logistics Plus will provide logistics and supply chain management solutions to MACH-3000 Alliance members doing business around the world. “Logistics Plus is honored to work in collaboration with our partners at the MACH-3000 Alliance. No matter if it’s a simple issue or complex problem, Logistics Plus is always available to assist,” said Frank Knafelz, senior vice president for Logistics Plus.

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Gretchen Blough Talks Tariffs on Marketplace Podcast

Gretchen Blough, Licensed Customs Broker and Brokerage Manager for Logistics Plus, was featured on a recent airing of the Marketplace. Gretchen was interviewed for her unique insight into the ongoing trade war and U.S. policy changes. She has heard all the concerns and confusion from customers who pay tariffs, struggling to manage the uncertainty and costs.

2019 National Logistics Day

June 28th Erie Event Recap

On Friday, June 28th, Logistics Plus celebrated the first annual National Logistics Day at our Global HQ in Erie. LP helped to create National Logistics Day as a way to recognize the importance of the logistics industry in both our national and global economies. At its inaugural event, Logistics Plus was pleased to host local politicians, customers, vendors, partners, and guests.

Logistics Plus Featured on WPSE Radio Business Spotlight

Jim Berlin, Scott Frederick, and Gretchen Blough were featured in a recent airing of Business Spotlight on WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. In this segment, Jim, Scott, and Gretchen discuss important company updates, the announcement of National Logistics Day, and other recent Logistics Plus sponsorships. List to the replay here.

Harald Aamodt Featured on WPSE Radio Business Spotlight

Harald Aamodt, General Manager of Logistics Plus Supply Chain Solutions was featured in a recent airing of Business Spotlight on WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. Harald discusses his background and role with Logistics Plus, how logistics supports the aerospace, aviation & defense industries, and more. Listen to the replay here.

Examples of Project Cargo Managed in June and July 2019

The Logistics Plus Project Cargo Team has kept busy in the summer months of June and July, 2019. In just these two months, we have managed a variety of projects, including the successful deliveries of windmills, heat boilers, transformers, and more. Watch a highlight video here.

Blade Mould Shipped From

Tianjin to Turkey

Logistics Plus successfully delivered a blade mould and accessories from Tianjin, China to Turkey. All parts of this project weighed a combined 182,185 kilograms (400,000 pounds) and measured 2,205 cubic meters . Watch a highlight video here.

Global Trade Alert: Imports from EU Subject to Tariffs

Nearly a hundred additional products with a trade value of about $4 billion have been added to a list of goods imported from the European Union that could be subject to additional tariffs in a long-running dispute over aircraft subsidies. A public hearing on these additional products will be held August 5th and written comments are also due on that date.