The APLL Pulse Podcast

Join us as we discuss industry trends with Betsy Ducat, Head of APLL's Global Key Account Program. She shares with us how customers are facing disruptive events and we discuss how future technology can complement the human element within the logistics industry. Betsy shares what she sees ahead for customers in 2025.

The APLL Pulse Podcast, hosted by April Chapman, features an insightful conversation with Stan Ross, Director of three North American warehouses at APL Logistics. Stan, a retired army veteran, shares his journey from military service to his current role, highlighting significant improvements made at the Woodridge, Illinois warehouse. These enhancements include upgrading facilities, improving employee engagement, and integrating advanced technologies like robots to assist in warehouse operations. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, showcasing how these values contribute to innovative solutions and a positive work environment. The episode underscores the impact of small changes in creating a better workplace and encourages other managers to adopt similar strategies.

In this episode of the APLL Pulse Podcast, host April Chapman interviews Jens Larsen, the head of APLL's global order management product development. Jens shares his extensive experience in the supply chain industry, discussing the impact of disruptions on global trade and logistics. He highlights the importance of real-time visibility and strategic planning in mitigating the effects of disruptions. Jens also emphasizes the growing role of supply chain management in company strategies, addressing customer demand, sustainability, cost competitiveness, and talent acquisition.  

Low carbon supply chains continue to play a crucial role in addressing climate change, achieving sustainability goals, and adhering to emerging carbon regulations. APLL is collaborating with the experts at World Kinect Energy Services (WKES) to show you how a carbon neutral supply chain is not out of your reach.

In this special episode, Lamont Nelson shares an inspiring story from his days as a basketball coach. Join April and Lamont as they discuss how APL Logistics makes meaningful connections with students and prioritizes employee mental health. 

The race to net-zero by 2050 is gathering pace, and sustainability is now a business imperative. In this episode, Eva James, our Senior Sustainability Specialist, shares how you can prioritize sustainability organization-wide.

APL Logistics’ Regional VP, Sander Van Loon, and Grupo Sesé’s Global Expansion Director, Jose Manuel, unveil the exciting rollout of the new collaboration.