JULY 2025LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION REVIEW 6 Copyright © 2025 ValleyMedia Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.JULY 2025, volume 08 - Issue 04 (ISSN 2836-533X)Published by ValleyMedia Inc. To subscribe to Logistics and Transportation ReviewVisit www.logisticstransportationreview.comManaging EditorStephanie MatthewEditorial StaffJoe PhilipLaura PintoMatthew JacobDaniel HolmesLeah JaneYenny TurnerVisualizersTurning Disruption into Delivery Power*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffEmail:sales@logisticstransportationreview.comeditor@logisticstransportationreview.commarketing@logisticstransportationreview.comEditorialStephanie MatthewManaging Editoreditor@logisticstransportationreview.comStephanie MatthewRobert Grey SmithTom hanksBusinesses today want more than efficiency. They expect speed, adaptability and sustainability to be part of the foundation. This expectation has sparked a wave of innovation across the logistics industry. Local cartage services have become faster and more precise through real-time tracking, AI-powered route planning and smart sensors that monitor each delivery step. These tools have turned last-mile logistics into a fine-tuned process, keeping up with the rise of e-commerce and the demand for same-day delivery.Inside supply chains, predictive analytics helps companies manage inventory and avoid costly disruptions. When unexpected spikes or delays happen, data-driven systems adjust in real time to keep shelves stocked and customers happy. More businesses now work with third-party logistics providers to handle complex, multi-channel operations. These partners use automation, digital freight platforms and sustainable practices to meet rising demand and help clients stay flexible in a fast-changing market.Heavy haul trucking is advancing, too. Fleets increasingly use hybrid or electric engines, lighter materials and aerodynamic designs to reduce fuel consumption and cut emissions. Modern trucks now include smart driver assistance, collision prevention and live performance tracking, which boost safety and driver comfort.These shifts appear clearly in growth projections. By 2034, the global logistics market is expected to reach $23.14 trillion, growing at an annual rate of 8.36 percent. The magazine features a thought leadership piece by Greg Javor, SVP of Global Supply Chain Operations at Mattel. He shares his insights on leadership lessons, supply chain resilience, logistics service metrics, technology adoption, cost-to-serve strategies and ESG initiatives, encouraging logistics leaders to shape a better world for future generations. It also includes insights from Romie Montpeirous, Director of Logistics at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, who explains how adaptability and unified logistics systems have been vital in addressing post-COVID supply chain issues. She emphasizes the value of internal CDL training and integrated software platforms to increase efficiency.We also spotlight the stories of heavy haul trucking companies that prioritize hard work and hands-on leadership. One such company is Southern Transport, which grew from a small, family-run business into a trusted name built by two brothers and an in-house team, from route planning to crane work, making the process smooth and reliable.In this edition, featuring Local Cartage Logistics Service, Third-Party Logistics Service and Heavy Haul Trucking Companies, we hope you find the right partner to meet your organization's needs.
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