Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY Guest: Kathy Fulton of the American Logistics Aid Network on recovery efforts for Maui; Drought in Panama limits canal shipping; Wireless charging tech for material handling
Our guest on this week's episode is Kathy Fulton, executive director of ALAN, the American Logistics Aid Network. Just within the past two weeks, our nation has been rocked by two weather-related catastrophes: the wildfire tragedy in Maui and also Tropical Storm Hilary, which has brought unprecedented rain and flooding to western states. We talk about these disasters and how our logistics industry is responding to provide connections between transportation providers and the agencies on the ground coordinating relief efforts.
Some of the same drought conditions that contributed to the tragic fires in Maui are also causing problems for the movement of goods through the Panama Canal. This week more restrictions were imposed on the number and weight of ships that can traverse the canal. We discuss the latest news from the canal.
New technologies are emerging all the time for warehouses and transportation operations. One new intriguing tech is wireless charging for autonomous mobile robot systems and automated guided vehicles. We share what is spurring on the adoption of this technology.
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Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:
- ALAN - The American Logistics Aid Network
- ALAN continues long-term recovery efforts after Maui fire
- Without rain, ships are waiting up to three weeks to pass through Panama Canal
- Making way for the wireless warehouse
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