xChange 'greybox' platform could save carriers millions in repositioning costs
A new approach is needed to reduce the enormous costs involved in moving empty containers ...
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The possible formation of a grey pool for reefer containers moved a step closer this week with the publication of a new white paper on the concept and signs that resistance to its introduction is lessening.
Steve Alaerts, general manager of perishable-specialist freight forwarder foodcareplus, told The Coolstar (sister publication to The Loadstar) that after an initial meeting in Antwerp earlier this year between representatives of the various stakeholders in the perishable maritime supply chain – shippers, forwarders, carriers, leasing companies ...
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