LT_SUPPLY CHAIN_ A Penton Media Property November 12, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/logisticstoday/v/219 --The Monster Hangover From Logistics Today's digital edition: Perry A. Trunick's editorial suggests, the recovery could be painful for logistics providers. To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/operations_strategy/monster-hangover-recession-recovery-1112/ --Exel Direct Adds Two Facilities Exel Direct's facilities will offer residential delivery and other services in the Northeast To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/logistics_services/exel-direct-adds-two-facilities-1112/ --Schneider Recognized for GI Jobs For the fourth consecutive year Schneider National, Inc. earned a spot on G.I. Jobs' annual list of Top Military-Friendly Employers. 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The software reduces planning tasks from several hours to minutes and allows more detailed shipping information to be visible throughout the organization. To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/operations_strategy/toyota-improves-delivery-routing-1112/ --Transportation Reauthorization Crucial Say Port Officials In a letter to congressional leaders, Kurt Nagle, president and CEO of the Association of American Port Authorities (AAPA) urged members on both sides of the aisle to make authorization of a multi-year surface transportation bill a key legislative priority for 2010. To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/global_markets/transportation-reauthorization-crucial-port-officials-1112/ --Volga-Dnepr Rushes 391 Tonnes of Aid to Earthquake Victims Volga-Dnepr Airlines has completed a series of 11 IL-76TD-90VD and IL-76 freighter flights carrying 391 tonnes of relief goods to earthquake victims in Indonesia. To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/global_markets/volga-dnepr-tonnes-aid-earthquake-victims-1112/ --Eliminate Costly Duplication in Aviation Security The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments and regulators to work with the industry to eliminate ineffective duplication of aviation security procedures. To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/global_markets/eliminate-costly-duplication-aviation-security-1112/ --Corpus Christi Recognized for Environmental Stewardship The Port of Corpus Christi was honored for its environmental stewardship. To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/operations_strategy/corpus-christi-environmental-stewardship-1112/ --LeanLogistics Releases Version of On-Demand TMS LeanLogistics announced the release of On-Demand TMS version 9.3.0, a series of enhancements to the company_s flagship transportation management system. To view the full article go to: http://logisticstoday.com/operations_strategy/leanlogistics-releases-on-demand-tms-1112/ NEWS REVIEW --Last Week's Top 3 Articles These articles were those most viewed in last week's newsletter. *Pacer Deal Offers Opportunity for Union Pacific (http://logisticstoday.com/logistics_services/pacer-deal-opportunity-union-pacific-1105/) Only 22% of transportation companies plan to increase hiring in the six months to April 2010 says a study by Grant Thornton LLP. More than half (59%) will reduce bonuses. At Dupr_ Logistics drivers will be paid hourly instead of by the mile. *More Door-to-Door Intermodal Says Pacer (http://logisticstoday.com/logistics_services/more-door-intermodal-pacer-1105/) Pacer International, Inc., an asset-light North American freight transportation and logistics services provider, announced that it has entered into new arrangements with Union Pacific Railroad (UP) that will further accelerate Pacer's transformation into a fully integrated, door-to-door intermodal service provider. *Ocean Lines See Improvements on Rates and Volumes (http://logisticstoday.com/global_markets/ocean-lines-improvements-rates-volumes-1029/) "Container ships suffered from vast declines in cargo trade in the main East/West routes and other routes and a weak freight rate market resulting in the recording of large deficits by many containership operating companies," said a quarterly earnings report from Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd. 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