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Walmart Testing Potentially Breakthrough New Supercube Truck in Canada with 30% more Capacity

It is interesting how there is so much skepticism about Walmart’s interest in developing this truck. Isn’t it just having a serious amount of capital, an idea, and a willingness to try things that will save you a lot of money over the years?  I think the loading features are the most interesting of all. Speed at the turn is worth a lot.

Green Supply Chain News: Walmart Testing Potentially Breakthrough New Supercube Truck in Canada with 30% more Capacity.

Hurricane Sandy unearths remains of wooden coal schooner that ran aground nearly 100 YEARS ago | Shipping Tribune

Hurricane Sandy unearths remains of wooden coal schooner that ran aground nearly 100 YEARS ago | Shipping Tribune.

Rising crew costs on ships

It costs more to pay a crew on a ship this year. That was the biggest factor.  Keep in mind that petroleum costs did not go up during the year.

Rising crew costs become key factor in operating costs: Moore Stephens | Shipping Tribune.