Georgia Adds a LINC to its Supply-Chain

SAVANNAH, September 20, 2007 – Georgia is on the move. Literally. And the newly-named Georgia Logistics Innovation Center (LINC) plans to keep it that way, building on the firm foundation of its predecessor, the Maritime Logistics Innovation Center (MLIC). Why the change? As of September 20th, the organization will continue doing what MLIC has always done – help solve logistics problems and facilitate the development of new technologies. However, this newly expanded platform is now a source for connecting the many sectors of Georgia logistics. Going forward, in addition to providing effective solutions and technology applications for the maritime sector, LINC will also seek to incorporate the thoughts, insight and problems faced by other closely linked logistics sectors - rail, trucking, air cargo, warehousing and distribution, and service providers in Georgia. As MLIC, and now LINC, executive director Page Siplon worked over the past three years to help address maritime logistics issues, it became increasingly obvious that more than just the ports are involved in what is often called 'maritime logistics.' To top it off, Siplon says, 'The expected growth will create fantastic opportunities for Georgia's logistics industry – and challenges.' For more information about LINC, or to become involved go to www.georgialogistics.com. For more on Georgia's Centers of Innovation please visit http://www.georgia.org/business-resources/georgia-centers-of-innovation/.