| In This October 8, 2009 Issue |
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has
challenged governments to follow its example and act to protect air
quality and guard against climate change.
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Challenger Motor Freight Inc. announced its purchase of
certain assets of the special commodities business of Sandrock
Specialized Carriers an Ontario-based carrier that focuses on
special-commodities - Over Dimensional transportation.
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The privately owned Greek airline Olympic Air has contracted
with European Cargo Services for cargo ground services in
Europe.
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Leipzig-Halle Airport, served by 24 airlines flying to 57
airports in 17 countries will provide the venue for the annual meeting
of The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA).
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Mitsui OSK Lines has continued its commitment to aid
Philippine typhoon victims.
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Seaboard Marine has joined the e-commerce portal of GT
Nexus.
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Under the UPS carbon neutral program, the small package
carrer will offer US shippers the option of paying a small fee to
calculate and offset the climate impact of the shipment of each of their
packages.
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These articles were those most viewed in last week's
newsletter.
- Kane Is Able Launches Code Green Program
Third party logistics provider Kane Is Able's Code Green collaborative
distribution program dedicates one million square feet of warehouse
space for the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states.
- China's Pearl River Delta Outlines Development
Plan
The Greater Pearl River Delta Business Council (GPRDBC) released a
study report in response to the Outline of the Plan for the Reform and
Development of the Pearl River Delta (2008-2020).
- Forwarders and Ports Each Offering Scholarships
Support from Roanoke Trade Services, Inc., an Affiliate Member and a
Preferred Provider to the National Customs Brokers and Freight
Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA), will allow the NCBFAA to
offer a $5,000 scholarship to a high school senior or an undergraduate
student at an accredited college or university.
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Employee Training and
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With budget cuts and staff cuts, how do you keep skills current?
A. More cross training
B. More on-the-job training
C. Hiring only degreed or certified workers
D. In-house training
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