Daily News For July 16, 2008

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Today's Daily News

Cleveland-Cliffs Expanding, Consolidating Iron Ore Stakes
Iron miner Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. plans to expand its ore output at the Empire and Tilden Mines in Michigan's Upper Peninsula which will increase mining capability at the two properties by 5 million tons/year. Click to continue

ArcelorMittal to Double Operations of Stainless Service Center in Turkey
In 2007, the center processed about 38,000 tons of stainless steel and had revenues of about $102 million. Click to continue

The U.S. Postal Service Restructures for Better Service
Citing recent changes in federal law, Postmaster General John E. Potter announced what he calls 'a sea change for some' as the United States Postal Service (USPS) realigned several of its core functions. Click to continue

Conveyor Equipment Orders Fell 12%
The Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association (CEMA) reported that its May 2008 booked orders index fell 12% from its April 2008 index. Click to continue

Outsourced Logistics Web Forum

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