Bacardi Partners with Ryder to Promote Sustainable Shipping Practices

Company’s “Good Spirited” initiative orchestrates fuel-efficient solutions with fewer trucks on the highways

Hamilton, Bermuda, January 14, 2015 – A logistical symphony unfolds as BACARDÍ rum rolls off bottling lines at the Bacardi facility in Jacksonville, Florida. Everyday thousands of cases are loaded into shipping containers for nationwide distribution via truck, train or a combination of the two.

“It’s what we call intermodal transportation. Rail lines carry the product for long distances, and then trucks are at the other end for the shorter haul. The upshot is that there are fewer big rigs on the highway which can help to lower CO2 emissions,” explains Robert Damon, Bacardi North America Transportation Director in a press release.

Bacardi partners with Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) – well known for its fleet of trucks, tractors and trailers – and increasingly, for its sustainable logistics and supply-chain solutions. Ryder procures all of Bacardi’s U.S. domestic shipments and has helped the company transition more of those shipments from truckload to intermodal.

“Ryder’s business model to improve transportation logistics is perfectly married to the long-standing commitment Bacardi has to sustainability with its supply chain,” says Nanci Tellam, Ryder Environmental Services & Sustainability Group Director. “It’s rewarding to see how the two companies work together to lower operating costs, improve transportation efficiencies and reduce greenhouse gases.”

“We make sure the carriers and companies we work with are cognizant of the need and support efforts to create a cleaner and more fuel-efficient environment,” adds Damon.

The collaboration includes partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) SmartWay Transport Partnership program promoting vehicles equipped with clean, fuel efficient SmartWay Verified Technologies.  Bacardi has advanced as a semi-finalist in the EPA’s annual SmartWay Excellence Award process for superior environment performance for the past two consecutive years, a unique achievement in the spirits industry. For global distribution, Bacardi also is a member of GreenFreight Europe, the sister organization of SmartWay.

The Company’s transportation efficiencies show significant improvement over the past few years. “In 2009, 65 percent of our shipments out of the Jacksonville facility were over the road – and 35 percent intermodal.  In just five years, we have reversed that,” says Damon. “We are now 65 percent intermodal and 35 percent over the road.”

Since 2006, Bacardi has reduced both nonrenewable energy use and greenhouse gas emissions from production by nearly 28 percent. Building on current programs and efficiencies that reduce water and energy use and greenhouse gas emissions, the Bacardi Limited global sustainability platform, “Good Spirited,” reinforces the Company’s years of leadership in corporate social responsibility and sets specific goals in three areas to help the Company reach its vision of a net zero impact:

·         Responsible Sourcing: Bacardi strives to obtain all raw materials and packaging from sustainably sourced, renewable or recycled materials while maintaining or enhancing the economic status of growers and suppliers. By 2017, the goal is to obtain 40 percent of the sugarcane-derived products used to make BACARDÍ® rum from certified, sustainable sources – and 100 percent by 2022. This pledge from Bacardi is an industry first.
·         Global Packaging: Bacardi commits to use eco-design to craft sustainability into its brand packaging and point-of-sale materials. By 2017, Bacardi plans to reduce the weight of its packaging by 10 percent and achieve 15 percent by 2022.
·         Operational Efficiencies: Bacardi continues to focus on reducing water use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions with a 2017 goal to cut water use by 55 percent and GHG emissions by 50 percent. In addition, Bacardi aims to eliminate landfill waste at all of its production sites by 2022.

To learn more about Bacardi Limited and its “Good Spirited: Building a Sustainable Future” environmental initiative for sourcing, packaging and operational efficiencies across the entire Bacardi family of premium spirits brands, visit http://www.bacardilimited.com/good-spirited.

 About the EPA SmartWay Excellence Award
The annual SmartWay Excellence Award honors top shipping (retailers and manufacturers) and logistics company partners for superior environmental performance and additional actions to reduce freight emissions through effective collaboration, advanced technology and operational practices, a robust system for validating and reporting their SmartWay data and communications and public outreach. The SmartWay Excellence Award also recognizes top truck and multi-modal carrier partners that are setting efficiency benchmarks in how they move products and supplies.

The SmartWay program launched in 2004 to help the freight industry improve its environmental performance. Clean air achievements through SmartWay include reducing over 50 million metric tons of carbon dioxide which is equivalent to emissions from over 120 million barrels of oil or the emissions from 10 million cars for one year. SmartWay has also reduced roughly 738,000 tons of nitrogen oxide, and 37,000 tons of particulate matter, helping to protect the health and well-being of citizens. More information on SmartWay: http://www.epa.gov/smartway/

About Bacardi Limited
Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, produces and markets internationally recognized spirits and wines. The Bacardi brand portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, the world’s best-selling and most-awarded rum, as well as the world’s most-awarded spirit; GREY GOOSE® vodka, the world’s leading super-premium vodka; DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, the world’s most-awarded blended Scotch; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, the top-valued and fastest-growing premium gin in the world; MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, the world’s leading vermouths and the world's favorite Italian sparkling wines; CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, one of the most popular premium tequilas in Mexico and the United States; and other leading and emerging brands including WILLIAM LAWSON’S®, the fastest-growing global Scotch whisky brand; ERISTOFF® vodka, one of the fastest-growing vodka brands in the world; and ST-GERMAIN®, a super-premium elderflower liqueur.

Founded nearly 153 years ago in Santiago de Cuba on February 4, 1862, family-owned Bacardi manufactures its brands at 29 facilities and sells in more than 160 countries. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited.  www.BacardiLimited.com

About Ryder
Ryder is a FORTUNE 500® commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions company. Ryder’s stock (NYSE:R) is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index. Inbound Logistics magazine has recognized Ryder as a top third party logistics provider and green supply chain partner. In addition, Security Magazine has named Ryder one of the top companies for security practices in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, and warehousing sector. Ryder is a proud member of the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program, supporting national and local disaster preparedness and response efforts. For more information, visit www.ryder.com and follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.

IANA Selects 2015 Board of Directors and Names New Officers

BNSF Railway’s Katie Farmer Elected Board Chairman

CALVERTON, MD (January 6, 2015) — Effective January 1, the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) welcomed four members to its board of directors and installed its officers for the 2015 membership year. The board consists of 13 individuals representing the five divisions of IANA.

Katie Farmer, group vice president, consumer products of BNSF Railway, was elected Association Chairman. She takes over for Phil Shook, director of intermodal at C.H. Robinson, who remains on the board and the Executive Committee as the immediate past chairman. Ms. Farmer has over 20 years of experience in the railroad industry and is responsible for the commercial activities of BNSF’s intermodal and automotive business.

“Katie brings a wealth of industry experience and insight,” said Joni Casey, president and CEO of IANA, “And I think it is noteworthy that she is the first woman to step into the role as Chairman of the association.”

Adriene B. Bailey, vice president of strategic businesses development for the transportation division at Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. was elected Vice Chairman of the association, an office most recently held by Ms. Farmer. Kevin Lhotak, president of Reliable Transportation Specialists, Inc., will assume the role of Treasurer for the 2015 membership year.

In addition to the three new officers, IANA members elected four directors to serve three-year terms. Joining the 2015 board are:

- Jeffrey R. Brashares, senior vice president, Sales and National Accounts, TTS, LLC;
- David W. Manning, president, TCW, Inc.;
- James I. Newsome III, president and chief executive officer, South Carolina Ports Authority; and,
- Garry Old, president and chief executive officer, COFC Logistics, LLC

An Invitation to Logisticians and 3PLs to Benchmark their Supply Chain Practices

Introducing LQ’s new Supply Chain Maturity Matrix

December 31, 2014 - LQ’s Fourth Annual Third-Party Sustainability Study and Awards Program 2014 has been officially launched at LQ’s Pre-Holiday Symposium this month by David Closs, PhD, Thomas Goldsby, PhD. and LQ’s team. Michigan State University and The Ohio State University are Founding Academic Members of LQ’s 3PL Study and Awards Program.

“LQ has taken an innovative approach to bring even greater value to your firm’s participation, by introducing LQ’s new Supply Chain Maturity Matrix, which is designed for logisticians and 3PLs alike to benchmark their supply chain sustainability practices - to help identify strengths and areas for future growth,” Dr. Goldsby noted to delegates attending LQ’s December 11th Symposium.

Completion of the Second Section of LQ’s Study, in addition to LQ’s new Supply Chain Maturity Matrix, enables firms to become a candidate for recognition in LQ’s Best Performer in Supply Chain Sustainability Awards Program at the May 22, 2015 LQ Symposium.

"For me, the sustainability matrix is both a measurement and a learning tool. It provides firms  a good basis for understanding the different facets that are important in the sustainability journey,” states Esen Andiç-Mortan, a PhD candidate at the Ohio State University, who has contributed to the advancement of LQ’s study this year. “Within these facets, firms can also see what are the possible stages in terms of advancement, and possibly recognize internal potential for improvement even during the reflection phase to answer the questions posed by the matrix.”

There are three steps for logisticians and 3PLs alike to participate:

1. Begin your journey by Registering at: www.LQ3PLstudy.com

2. Next, check your email. A Link to LQ’s Survey will be sent to the email address you have entered on the Registration Form. Save this link to access your entry. It is uniquely tied to your survey entry and the email address you have provided.

3. Use this Link for your entry, to enter revisions and provide additional information at any time up until the deadline of April 10, 2015. All of the information that you enter is automatically saved by SurveyMonkey’s secure system.

LQ’s Supply Chain Maturity Matrix embodies the following aspects of sustainability: Sustainability Approach, Strategy & Governance, Sustainability Context, Organizational Support, Contract Management, Information Technology & Tools, Network Management, Performance Management, Resources & Waste Management, Fuel & Emissions Management
Mega-trends & Materiality, Risk Management, and Communications.

LQ’s team would also like to take this opportunity to thank David Guernsey, a member of LQ’s Board, and Managing Principal, Experiential Sustainability Consulting. Mr. Guernsey is the former Senior Sustainability Program Manager and the acknowledged “father of sustainability” at UPS, and one of the primary architects of LQ’s Supply Chain Maturity Matrix.

LQ’s team appreciates C.H. Robinson’s support for underwriting LQ’s 3PL Sustainability Study and Awards Program and making this study and contribution to the North American supply chain community possible.

FMCSA Hours of Service Final Rule for Truck Drivers Announcement

Hours of Service Final Rule for Truck Drivers Announcement From the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (An excerpt from the FMCSA announcement):

Updated December 17, 2014 - The U.S. Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2015 was enacted on December 16, 2014, suspending enforcement of requirements for use of the 34-hour restart. For more information see FMCSA’s Federal Register notice: www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations/hours-service/hours-service-drivers

For a Summary of the Hours of Service Regulations Click here.

SUMMARY: "The FMCSA suspended the requirements regarding the restart of a truck driver’s 60- or 70-hour limit that drivers were required to comply with beginning July 1, 2013. The restart provisions have no force or effect from the date of enactment of the Appropriations Act through the period of suspension, and such provisions are replaced with the previous restart provisions in effect on June 30, 2013. FMCSA provides this notice to motor carriers, commercial drivers, State Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program grant recipients and other law enforcement personnel of these immediate enforcement changes."

"DATES: The suspension of enforcement of § 395.3(c) and (d) is effective as of 12:01 a.m. on December 16, 2014."

Transportation Insight Named Fastest-Growing Private Company in the Charlotte Region

3PL Receives Highest Total Dollar Revenue Growth Award for Second Straight Year
in 2014 Charlotte Business Journal Fast 50

HICKORY, NC (December 16, 2014) –According to the Charlotte Business Journal, global third-party logistics (3PL) provider Transportation Insight ranks at the top of the list for the second year in a row by total dollar revenue growth over a three-year period in the publication’s 6th Annual Fast 50. Honoring the 50 private companies in the Charlotte metropolitan region with the fastest revenue growth rates over the past three years, the Fast 50 recognizes regional companies with outstanding growth, entrepreneurial excellence and innovative leadership.

“Transportation Insight’s continued rapid growth is testament to the increasing desire of shippers to work with one Enterprise Logistics Provider that delivers end-to-end supply chain solutions that increase company value,” says Transportation Insight President and Chief Executive Officer Chris Baltz. “We help clients remove waste across their supply chain, increase productivity through continuous improvement best practices and advanced logistics systems and improve their tactical and strategic capabilities with an array of cutting-edge cloud-based technologies.”

Among the technology applications developed by Transportation Insight for its clients is Insight Fusion®, the 3PL’s proprietary cloud-based business intelligence engine that can assimilate client data from multiple sources into a business insight solution that provides markedly improved data visibility. Insight Fusion supports tactical and strategic decision-making, identifies business trends, boosts return on investment and builds sustained competitive advantage.

“Transportation Insight views each client relationship as a long-term strategic partnership with the goal of a win-win result in every case,” says Transportation Insight Chief Financial Officer Reynolds Faulkner. “Our team excels at working alongside clients who value our strengths in logistics management, continuous improvement and innovative technologies that boost corporate performance and encourage sustained success.”

The Fast 50 rankings were compiled by the Charlotte Business Journal and accounting firm CliftonLarsonAllen. Ranked in two categories, percentage revenue growth and total dollar revenue growth from 2011 to 2013, eligible companies are privately held with at least $1 million in revenue in 2013 and based in the Charlotte metropolitan area. In addition to its total dollar amount win, Transportation Insight ranked 21st in percentage revenue growth. Sophie Dabbs, Transportation Insight Vice President of Client Solutions, accepted both awards for the company at a reception at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, NC on December 4.

About Transportation Insight, LLC
Transportation Insight is a global lead logistics provider with more than $1.6 billion in supply chain spend under management. For over a decade, the 3PL has partnered with hundreds of manufacturers, distributors and retailers to achieve significant cost savings, reduce cycle times and improve customer satisfaction rates by providing customized supply chain solutions. Transportation Insight offers a Co-managed Logistics® form of 3PL, carrier sourcing, freight bill audit and payment services, state-of-the-art transportation management system (TMS) applications and business intelligence. Its logistics services include domestic transportation, supply chain analytics, international transportation, warehouse sourcing, LEAN consulting and supply chain sourcing of indirect materials.

Purolator International Names Rebecca L. Saenz as Branch Sales Manager in Houston

JERICHO, NY – December 16, 2014 – Purolator International is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca L. Saenz as Branch Sales Manager in Houston, Texas.  Saenz brings 10 years of logistics sales experience to the role, helping her to grow Purolator’s presence in the region.

Saenz has spent the last eight years as an Account Executive at FedEx, where she drove notable sales growth in her territories and received numerous awards, including the Biggest Climber Award and the Elite Ace in the Lone Star Region.  Previously, she worked at Central Freight Lines and Southeastern Freight Lines in Corpus Christie and Victoria, TX.

As Branch Sales Manager, Saenz will be responsible for generating new sales and helping to maintain and grow Purolator’s existing customers in the region.  She will perform market analysis to identify new opportunities. She will report to Rich Denhart, District Sales Manager, Southern U.S.

“I’d like to welcome Rebecca to the Purolator International team,” said Denhart, “Her years of experience in the industry and proven track record of implementing strategies to maximize sales will make her a valuable asset to us in the region.”

“Purolator International is providing U.S. companies a cost effective solution for international trade, allowing retailers and manufacturers to maximize their market opportunity.  I look forward to demonstrating our quality services and products to businesses and partners in the region,” said Saenz.

Saenz is receiving her Associates degree in Business Administration from Del Mar College in Corpus Christi, Texas and will be attending Texas A&M University - Galveston in the spring for her Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Administration. Saenz is a resident of Friendswood, Texas, where she enjoys spending time with her husband, son and puppy June Bug. An avid Texas A&M fan, Saenz is actively involved in volunteering throughout her community and is a member of the Junior League of Galveston County.

About Purolator International:

Purolator International is a subsidiary of Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest integrated parcel and freight delivery services provider.  Purolator International specializes in the air and surface forwarding of Express, Freight and Parcel shipments, customs brokerage, and fulfillment and delivery services to, from and within Canada.  Purolator International has received numerous industry awards for its superior service and innovative solutions, including the 2014 “100 Great Supply Chain Projects” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine, the 2013 and 2014 “Top 100 Great Supply Chain Partners” list by Supply Chain Brain magazine, and Logistics Management’s 2012 Quest for Quality Award.

In addition to facilities throughout New York, Purolator International has locations in key U.S. markets including Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Miami, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Nashville, Newark, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Raleigh/Durham, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Saint Louis.

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Announcement

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited declares dividend

CALGARY, Dec. 16, 2014 - The Board of Directors of Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) today declared a quarterly dividend of thirty-five cents ($0.35) Canadian per share on the outstanding Common Shares.

The dividend is payable on January 26, 2015 to holders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2014, and is an "eligible" dividend for purposes of the Income Tax Act (Canada) and any similar provincial/territorial legislation.

About Canadian Pacific:

Canadian Pacific (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to eight major ports, including Vancouver and Montreal, providing North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of Canadian Pacific.

SOURCE: Canadian Pacific