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Ante Up, SUV Drivers: Paris Triples Parking Rates

The Micromobility Newsletter • 275 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
💼 Business Transportation Electric Vehicles Bankruptcy Investment Logistics
  1. Paris has tripled parking rates for SUVs over 1.6 tonnes and electric vehicles over 2 tonnes to promote a bike-able and walk-able city.
  2. Cake, an e-motorcycle manufacturer, filed for bankruptcy after facing challenges with recalls and losing an investor in funding.
  3. DYU, a prominent e-bike manufacturer in China, raised $14M in a funding round, planning to expand operations and enhance supply chain.

The Profile: The secretive 38-year-old billionaire & the reporter who quit The New York Times

The Profile • 550 implied HN points • 03 Dec 23
💼 Business Entrepreneurs Media CEOs Logistics
  1. The Profile newsletter features interviews with interesting individuals like Laura Dekker, discussing parenting and chasing dreams.
  2. The edition highlights notable figures like Josh Kushner and Bari Weiss, providing insights into their success and ventures.
  3. Profiles of important personalities like Laura Alber, Dr. Ruth, and Beryl Tomay shed light on their remarkable careers and roles in various industries.

Europe’s mission to the Moon

Europe in Space • 137 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🔬 Science Space Exploration Logistics Services
  1. European Space Agency is developing a sustainable human presence on the Moon with innovative concepts and technology.
  2. European startups like Spartan Space and ASI are contributing to the development of lunar habitats and outposts.
  3. Efforts by ESA and European companies in developing lunar landers, OTVs, training centers, and communication services are crucial for establishing a sustained presence on the Moon.
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Market Movers - 20 October 2023

The Wolf of Harcourt Street • 314 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
💰 Finance Stocks Earnings Investor Relations Acquisitions Logistics
  1. PepsiCo exceeded analyst estimates in Q3 earnings by focusing on consumer interaction and pricing for smaller packs.
  2. Adyen's Investor Relations Update hints at strong Q3 results and their launch of Tap to Pay for Australian retailers.
  3. Block, previously Square, made another costly acquisition with Hifi, a music-focused fintech startup, following previous less successful deals.

The race to be the gateway to Eastern and Central Africa heats up

An Africanist Perspective • 158 implied HN points • 23 Jan 23
🌍 World Politics Infrastructure Economic Development Logistics
  1. The competition between Kenya and Tanzania as gateways to Eastern and Central Africa involves extensive infrastructure plans to link landlocked countries to the sea.
  2. The economic challenges of landlocked countries in the region show a need for improved transportation infrastructure to reduce costs and boost trade.
  3. While Kenya has a head start in infrastructure, Tanzania's cost-effective land acquisition and political stability position it to potentially surpass Kenya in the long run.

How did COVID (Really) Shape Supply Chains?

Gad’s Newsletter • 50 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
💼 Business Supply Chains Globalization Risk management Logistics Trade
  1. During COVID, global supply chains faced disruptions from lockdowns, shortages, and transportation issues.
  2. Companies reduced the number of countries they sourced from but maintained the same number of suppliers.
  3. Businesses adapted ordering patterns by increasing shipment size and volume while decreasing frequency, influenced by the pandemic.

Death to DTC? Enabling the future of cross-channel commerce

Equal Ventures • 138 implied HN points • 07 Jun 22
💼 Business E-commerce Retail Marketing Logistics Financing
  1. The acceleration of e-commerce due to COVID led to a significant shift in consumer behavior towards online shopping, particularly in categories like groceries.
  2. Direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands are facing challenges with rising customer acquisition costs, impacting their margins and leading to a shift towards omnichannel strategies for survival.
  3. New business models are emerging in retail, emphasizing the importance of marketplaces, brick-and-mortar stores, and multi-channel management software to drive growth for merchants in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Cryoport

axialdaily • 39 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
💼 Business Biotech Logistics Investing Supply Chain Healthcare
  1. Axial partners with great founders and inventors in early-stage life sciences companies.
  2. Cryoport is a leading biotech logistics company for cell therapies and more, with over $200M in annual sales.
  3. Cryoport's IntegriCell platform streamlines distribution with strategic locations across the US.

The Point of No Return? A New Model for Reverse Logistics

Equal Ventures • 59 implied HN points • 11 Oct 22
💼 Business Logistics Ecommerce Retail Returns Inventory
  1. Ecommerce returns have surged, leading to unsustainable cycles of returns. Covid-19 exacerbated this trend, with around 40% of retailers easing return policies, resulting in return rates of 20% for ecommerce.
  2. Returns are costly for retailers due to logistics expenses. Online returns can cost retailers approximately 21% of the order value, and long returns processes lock up inventory, impacting retail profitability.
  3. Major retailers like Amazon have mastered optimizing returns through dedicated processing centers. Democratizing this capability to all brands is essential for efficient returns management.

The Incredible Logistics Of Formula 1

Huddle Up • 1 HN point • 01 Mar 24
🎾 Sports Logistics Travel Teamwork Challenges
  1. Formula 1 involves intricate logistics due to the extensive global travel involved in the sport.
  2. The teams deal with different challenges for European races, which are easier due to truck transportation, versus flyaway races, which require complex shipping arrangements by sea and air.
  3. Back-to-back races pose a significant challenge, requiring quick disassembly, transportation over long distances, and rapid rebuilding at the next race location.

Why You Should Join Loop

Why You Should Join • 5 implied HN points • 04 Dec 23
💼 Business Logistics Data Management Finance Shipping Auditing
  1. Logistics and freight payments can be complex and challenging due to the intricate flow of goods and the variety of payment-related documents involved.
  2. Loop has developed a platform to centralize and structure freight payment data, enabling automation of invoice audits, dispute resolution, scenario planning, and more, resulting in significant cost savings and increased productivity for customers.
  3. Loop's unique data layer, automation capabilities, and focus on customer value creation give them a competitive edge in the market, setting them apart from traditional freight audit firms and software solutions.

The Anatomy of a Clinical Trial

Superfluid • 26 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Clinical Trials Logistics Data Analytics Future Trends
  1. Clinical trials are expensive and crucial for determining the efficacy and safety of new drugs.
  2. There are multiple stakeholders involved in running a clinical trial, each with important roles to play.
  3. Challenges in clinical trials include patient recruitment, trial logistics, and data analytics, but there are innovative startups working on solutions.

Flexport Shopify Join Forces - Term Sheet Digest

Termsheet by Attack Capital • 6 implied HN points • 23 May 23
💼 Business Logistics Investment Technology Startups Market Trends
  1. Flexport acquired Shopify's logistics business and founder Ryan Peterson stepped back from day-to-day operations.
  2. Flexport, an $8 billion logistics giant, raised $2.4 billion in funding and aims to streamline global trade with technology.
  3. Despite challenges like fluctuating stock prices and slowing growth, Flexport remains a unique and influential player in the logistics industry.

The Next Mile in the Journey — Congratulations to SmartHop on their Series A led by USV

Equal Ventures • 39 implied HN points • 10 Feb 21
💼 Business Investment Logistics Technology Entrepreneurship Startups
  1. SmartHop closed a $12m Series A round led by Union Square Ventures, a significant milestone demonstrating their impact in the industry.
  2. By partnering with brokers and enhancing load network efficiency, SmartHop offers better rates for drivers and cost savings without increasing IT budget.
  3. SmartHop's platform empowers truckers by providing tools to grow their businesses, enabling them to earn livable wages and supporting them through challenges like the pandemic.

4 Supply Chain Themes for 2021

Equal Ventures • 19 implied HN points • 30 Jan 21
💼 Business Supply Chain Logistics Finance Technology Small business
  1. 2021 will be a record year for supply chain investing due to problems to solve and available capital.
  2. The rise of FBA sellers has created demand for multi-channel logistics solutions, especially for D2C brands.
  3. SMBs and mid-market seek working capital, presenting an opportunity for startups to embed trade finance solutions within the supply chain stack.

Letter #71: Brad Jacobs (2011)

A Letter a Day • 1 HN point • 08 Apr 23
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Investing Management Logistics Acquisitions
  1. Brad Jacobs is a successful entrepreneur known for founding multiple billion-dollar companies and making successful acquisitions.
  2. He transformed Express-1 Expedited Solutions into XPO, a multi-billion dollar logistics company with three separate business divisions.
  3. Jacobs's strategy includes acquisitions, organic growth, and focusing on IT to optimize operations and drive profitability.

On Rails in Mt. View California 🚂

Thinking Through • 0 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Data Transportation Engineering Manufacturing Logistics
  1. The public data on rails in the Bay Area provides interesting insights, like weight, manufacturing details, and design specifications.
  2. Rail dimensions like height and width play crucial roles in supporting the track and preventing rail rolling.
  3. Many intriguing questions arise about rails during train rides, from spacing between rails to the forces rails experience.

SmartHop — A platform for truckers, by truckers

Equal Ventures • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jul 20
💼 Business Logistics Technology Entrepreneurship Investment Transportation
  1. Trucking industry is crucial for the US economy, employing over 3 million individuals, but smaller fleets face challenges like limited access to technology and higher costs.
  2. Investment in technologies like SmartHop can significantly improve the lives of independent truckers, providing better access to loads and optimizing take-home pay.
  3. SmartHop's platform, run by an experienced team, partners with top brokers to enhance driver pay and access to premium loads, creating a transformation in the industry.

How many vaccine doses do you need?

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 18 Nov 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Immunity Logistics Information Pandemic
  1. Vaccine dosages are crucial - receiving two doses is necessary to ensure proper immune response and protection for individuals.
  2. Timing of vaccine doses is important - while sticking to the recommended schedule is ideal, there is some flexibility in providing the second dose within a reasonable timeframe.
  3. Good information infrastructure is essential - reliable systems are needed to track who received which vaccine doses and when to ensure effective vaccination management.

Don’t Beat Yourself Up if You’re Infected, Exposed and/or Confused.

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 22
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccination Self-compassion Fear Logistics Emotions
  1. Experiencing COVID symptoms after vaccination is common, but most people have milder symptoms and a lower risk of severe illness thanks to vaccines and boosters.
  2. Dealing with COVID involves medical challenges like fear and treatment options, logistical challenges like testing and isolation, and emotional challenges like guilt and shame.
  3. Getting COVID isn't a moral failure; it's a part of being human. We need to show empathy, self-compassion, and accept that exposures may happen despite precautions.