Mr. Joel Adams
Logistics Manager, HOLCIM (US), INC
Member of the Transportation Council
Council Member Biography
Joel Adams is Logistics Manager of Road Transportation at Holcim (US), a multinational manufacturer of cement. Mr. Adams is responsible for national road transportation strategy for the United States. Prior to joining Holcim (US), he was the Regional Transportation Manager for Nestle Waters, North America. At Nestle Waters, Mr. Adams was responsible for all transport moves within the southeastern part of the country. He frequently serves as an invited speaker to industry trade groups such as the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) and the National Industrial Transportation League (NITL). Mr. Adams brings more than 17 years of experience in transportation, distribution, and logistics to the Councils. (This is me - Update Profile)
Employment History
- 2002 - Unspecified
- Logistics Manager, HOLCIM (US), INC
- 1998 - 2002
- Regional Manager and Distribution & Transportation, NESTLE WATERS NORTH AMERICA HOLDINGS INC.
- 1990 - 1998
- Senior Operations Manager, CHEP USA INC
GLG NewsSM Analyses by Joel Adams(?)
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July 27, 2009
Consultant: Overcapacity hurts trucking - eTrucker | www.etrucker.com
As the market value of trucking equipment continues to fall, lenders are loth to repossess, thus many trucking companies are turned into Zombies.
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Pressure is increasing on private fleets to lower costs and justify their very existence.
May 4, 2009
More evidence that shippers are re-evaluating the cost and vale of operating a private fleet. As common carrier rates continue to decline, private fleet becomes harder to cost justify.
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When does the trucking industry hit bottom?
April 28, 2009
Trucking industry's hard times aren't hard enough? | www.forbes.com
Analysts state that the trucking industry needs another 5% contraction in capacity before rates stabilize. Meanwhile the race to the bottom is on.
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How will we get back lost capacity?
April 23, 2009
truckers report demand declines, capacity cutbacks - 4/22/2009 12:59:00 pm - purchasing | www.purchasing.com
No signs of hope for carriers as demand continues to fall. Carriers are shedding assets due to weak demand. Shippers are beginning to worry about future capacity. Freight Brokers may not be able to source enough capacity to meet shipper demand. Will non asset brokers be willing to assist carriers in sourcing the equipment needed to meet demand?
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New mercury will force a reduction in the use of fly ash, and cause a new disposal problem
April 22, 2009
feds act to curb mercury pollution | www.timesunion.com
As coal fired power plants are forced to limit mercury emissions, the fly ash produced will have greater amounts this element, making it unusable for cement kilns who will also have to meet the new standards.
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GLG Study Groups with Joel Adams(?)
| Study Group Name | No. Members |
|---|---|
| Experts in the Leisure & Lodging Council | 4887 |
| Experts in the Automotive Council | 3422 |
| Building Materials Industry Experts | 2005 |
| Transportation Managers (North America) | 877 |
| TL and LTL Services Experts | 379 |
GLG Live Meetings with Joel Adams(?)
Joel Adams has not participated in any GLG Live Meetings.