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Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions, and Rare Bird Trading Company have announced the signing of Lexington, N.C.-based Childress Vineyards to showcase its products and services at the Suzhou Industrial Park International Commodities Exhibition Center in Suzhou, China. The winery, owned by Richard Childress of NASCAR’s Richard Childress Racing, will stock, promote and sell merchandise, products and services at the Exhibition Center, set to celebrate its grand opening in late fall 2011.

When planning a move or a long trip, there are a lot of important things to keep in mind; from figuring out what to pack first to remembering to forward the mail. One of the biggest challenges can be finding the best and most cost-efficient method to transport the family car, boat or motorcycle.

Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions, and Rare Bird Trading Company have announced the signing of three Raleigh, N.C.-based exhibitors to showcase their products and services at the Suzhou Industrial Park International Commodities Exhibition Center in Suzhou, China. The exhibitors include the Angus Barn; BJAC, pa; and the Turnberry Interior Design Group. All will be able to store, promote and sell merchandise, products and services at the Exhibition Center, which will celebrate its grand opening in late fall 2011.

Containers to Hawaii, a shipping to Hawaii price comparison website, is announcing their proprietary service that pits reputable freight companies against one another for the absolute best prices in the industry.

Total Quality Logistics (TQL), a freight brokerage firm that arranges the shipping of products using freight carriers, is holding a campaign to raise money for breast cancer research through a donation to the Susan G. Komen foundation. In addition to its corporate sponsorship of the 2011 Cincinnati Race for the Cure 5K® event, TQL is providing another level of giving that involves its client and carrier groups.

Partnership Helps U.S., China, and Asian Business Owners Extend Their Marketplace By Serving As A Bridge To Businesses To Help Sell Their Products And Services

The Apparel Logistics Group, Inc., a fashion logistics company http://www.apparellogisticsgroup.com, announces their partnership with Masterlink Interactive and the launch of their newly designed website.

The Apparel Logistics Group recently announced they will begin to provide fashion logistics services http://www.apparellogisticsgroup.com for Chooze Shoes. This startup company provides a unique shoe line of subtly mismatched footwear for children. The merchandise will be available through their ecommerce site as well as specialty stores throughout the U.S.

PVGGlobal, LLC is the specialty supplier to the marine and offshore industries, providing approved accommodation materials as well as high quality goods used by companies for their offshore operations. The company is duly recognized by various authorities like the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) among other groups. PVGGlobal, LLC makes available certified products boat hatches, boat cabinetry and other offshore industrial supplies.

TQL Dayton is scheduled to open September 19, 2011. TQL hopes to add 36 total sales employees to this office through 2012.

Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions, has announced that it has named Andy Marchiano to the position of president. As president, Marchiano will lead the team of people serving Longistics’ customers.

Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions, has announced that the North Carolina China Center has appointed four company executives to its 2011 board members and executive team. Pat Long, vice chairman and co-creator; Lisa Yuan, manager of global business development; and Brooks Long, director of special projects all have joined the NCCC Board of Directors. Longistics chairman and co-creator Duane Long, who has served on the NCCC board as the chairman since its inception in 2006, was reappointed to the board. Duane Long and his wife, Pat, established Longistics in 1984. Yuan joined the company in 2009 as marketing analyst before assuming her present position.

Cincinnati-Total Quality Logistics (TQL), the first third-party logistics firm to release a freight-finding mobile phone application for the trucking industry, is announcing version 2.0 of its TQL Freight Finder mobile app. The company has added new features and functionality based on feedback from users of the initial application, which was first introduced in February 2011. This updated version will replace the first, and can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store or Android Marketplace, and used on the iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android.

Louisville, Kentucky-Total Quality Logistics (TQL), a freight brokerage firm that arranges the shipping of products using freight carriers, will officially open the doors to its newest satellite office in Louisville on September 6, 2011.

Weber Auto Transport, a leading automotive transport service is pleased to announce their new comprehensive Website. The company provides auto transport services from anywhere to anywhere in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.

Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions, has announced that Pat Long, vice chairman, has been appointed to serve on the N.C. Department of Transportation Logistics Maritime Task Force Advisory Team. Long joins an Advisory Team consisting of state officials and other industry thought leaders representing ocean shipping, trucking, rail, manufacturing and more.

Passengers of the Los Angeles County Metro bus system now can watch full episodes in English of One Economy’s groundbreaking web-series, Los Americans, delivered in shortened segments through the Transit TV broadcast network Monday through Friday. Hollywood icon Robert Townsend, cast members of Los Americans and representatives from One Economy and Transit TV hosted a screening of the series and answered questions today for a preview event onboard a Los Angeles County bus.

All Star Cast of Los Americans: Esai Morales, Lupe Ontiveros and Tony Plana, Representatives of One Economy and Transit TV

CaroTrans, a leading global NVOCC (Non vessel operating common carrier) and ocean freight consolidator, announces today a new alliance with the CSS Group (Consolidated Shipping Services Group), a fast-growing NVOCC and total logistics company based and headquartered in Dubai, UAE. Together, these well-established NVOs will deliver the most comprehensive FCL (full container load), LCL (less than container load), and breakbulk, out of gauge and ro-ro cargo handling services to and from North America, Middle East, and Africa.

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) has opened its new Lexington office and job seekers are urged to learn more about this rapidly growing company. TQL anticipates hiring at least 45 new employees in Lexington by the end of 2012.

Research conducted by TechNavio reveals that the Refrigerated Road Transport market in China is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10 percent.

According to our research report, “3rd Party Logistics Market in India”, IT industry has been continuously supporting the growth of 3PL market in India. The industry along with automobile is responsible for the increasing acceptance of logistics services outsourcing in the country. Moreover, with increasing penetration of IT players and rapid growth in economy, we expect that the 3PL market in IT industry will surge at a CAGR of around 20% during 2011-2013.

TechNavio’s analysts forecast the Refrigerated Road Transport market in China to grow at a CAGR of 10.1 percent over the period of 2010–2014. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the need for reduction in the amount of wastage. China’s Refrigerated Road Transport market has also been witnessing an increase in the export of refrigerated trucks. However, increasing fuel prices could pose a challenge to the growth of this market.

Driven by a strong growth in the sales of temperature sensitive healthcare products, the demand for cold chain logistic services is currently experiencing explosive growth. IMARC Group, one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, finds that the total size of the healthcare cold chain logistic services market is expected to expand from its current figures of US$ 6.1 billion to nearly US$ 9.5 billion by 2016.

Benefiting from the global economic recovery, the port industry of China witnessed robust growth in 2010 after experiencing the downturn in 2009. In 2010, cargo throughput of the ports in China accomplished 8.93 billion tons, up 16.7% YoY; the container throughput reached 146 million TEUs, a 19.4% YoY rise.