MEXICO: Making tracks

Posted on June 13, 2013 by | Leave a comment

A brief piece about the only rail line between Mexico and the US, and their plans.  Yet another alternative to the Panama Canal?

MEXICO FOCUS: Making tracks – Lloyd’s Loading List.

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Techniques for Preparing Winning Negotiations

Posted on June 13, 2013 by | Leave a comment

A nice article about negotiations.  There is a lot of baloney written about negotiating, but this article has some straightforward and doable ideas about how to improve outcomes from negotiations.  One theme– success is mostly about preparation!  Do the advance work and your chances of success are much greater.

Seven Techniques for Preparing Winning Negotiations with Your Key Suppliers – Supply Chain 24/7.

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Chinese Company to Build Canal Across Nicaragua

Posted on June 7, 2013 by | Leave a comment

More competition for the Panama canal. With two smaller competitors, LA and Long Beach will have an easier time competing.

http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/Chinese-Company-to-Build-Canal-Across-Nicaragua-2013-06-06/

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