LPKC will partner with NorthPoint Development and BNSF Railways to construct an industrial rail spur and North Park near the LPKC Intermodal Facility.
Federal Maritime Commissioner Richard Lidinsky noted shippers diverted cargo to Canadian and Mexican ports to avoid port congestion on the United States West Coast.
The third-party logistics provider and PD Ports will offer rail service from Teesport to Mossend and Grangemouth in the United Kingdom starting Aug. 3.
Total shipments and total revenues for third party logistics providers both fell in first quarter 2015 compared to fourth quarter 2014, according to a recent benchmarking report from the Transportation […]
Daseke, Inc., an open-deck and specialty transportation company, announced it would merge with Charleston, S.C.-based Bulldog Hiway Express.
CCM names new chief operating officer, while Agility appoints CEO for South Asia and ATA adds VP of supply chain security.
The Port of Baltimore told American Shipper it will offer ocean carriers financial incentives to use rail for inland moves.
Australian logistics and stevedoring firm Asciano, parent of Patrick Stevedoring, has confirmed it received a purchase offer of $6.8 billion from Brookfield.
ITSTL appoints CEO and SSA elects new president, while the USDA and USTR name policy and technical advisory committee members.
Canadian National, Canadian Pacific and Union Pacific railways have seen volumes drop 4 percent, 3 percent and 6 percent, respectively, so far in the second quarter.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers signed off on the port dredging project, paving the way for the engineering and design phase.
The purchase of Memphis-based ReTrans Inc. is intended to expand K+N’s North American network and sync with the third party logistics provider’s ocean and airfreight businesses.
The U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development endorsed a fiscal year 2016 funding measure, which will now be considered by the full Senate Appropriations Committee.
Barcelona Europe South Terminal has invested in a second inland terminal, the Maritime Terminal of Zaragoza, according to Hutchinson Port Holdings Limited.
American Association of Port Authorities says it supports the intent of the port “sunshine” bill, but thinks its approach to collecting information may be misguided.
Strategic View with Walter Kemmsies With the possibility of a Trans-Pacific Trade Agreement, and the competitive synergies that might result from such an agreement, global trade could see significant […]
Metrans is the first company to offer regular rail services that link Schwarzheide with the Port of Hamburg and Ceska Trebova.
The port authority said it expects another increase in container volumes and revenues in fiscal 2016.
Year-over-year rates were down again in May, after falling in April and March, according to the latest Cass Intermodal Price Index.
APM Terminals outlined its plans to prepare for growth at the Port of Mobile with expansion of the terminal’s container yard and the addition of two cranes.
Yusen Logistics will manage 60-70 intermodal freight movements a month for the food industry supply chain solutions and time-sensitive goods specialist.
Canadian National Railway, the Alabama State Port Authority and APM Terminals Mobile signed a memorandum of understanding on the new rail terminal currently under construction at the Port of Mobile.
Shipment volumes and payments were up for the fourth month in a row after a “dismal” January caused by harsh winter weather and West Coast port congestion, according to the […]
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has received 10 ocean transportation intermediary license applications and changes for review.
TRAC Intermodal CEO said inclusive talks will result in a better overall chassis service product.
New capacity investment will translate into better service, according to the railroad.
RoadOne said the additional funds from Tritium Partners will back the drayage company’s growth strategy.
Attorneys for the Institute of International Container Lessors argue terminal operators have no right to bind third parties to mandatory chassis inspections by International Longshore and Warehouse Union.
The railroad is adding Sunday service to Central Florida, so truckers can get goods to stores at the start of the week.
Canadian National Railway will purchase 200 additional 53-foot temperature-controlled containers for the domestic reefer market.
The new WAZZAN loop will complement its existing EURAF loops, calling Mauritania and Senegal directly from Spain and Morocco and serving Mali via intermodal connections in Dakar.
The $1.2 billion acquisition will significantly diversify the Japanese forwarder’s service portfolio.
The Federal Railroad Administration will supply a $6.8 million Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing loan to the Arkansas and Missouri Railroad.
The first of seven groups will meet early next month to discuss issues surrounding the upcoming peak season.
Great Lakes port expects the first phase of dock reconstruction to be completed by 2016.
Norfolk Southern adjusts intermodal operations oversight, while Suddath Cos. appoints new CEO.
Strategic View with Walter Kemmsies Given trends in place, freight logistics managers and transportation planners should be factoring in intermodal more than ever before. During the last 15 […]
XPO Logistics Chief Executive Officer Brad Jacobs continues to leverage technology to disrupt the hidebound logistics industry and gain market share in fragmented markets such as truck brokerage. […]
XPO continues aggressive acquisition spree with European 3PL and U.S. drayage firm.
Rates were down again in April 2015 after falling 1.6% in March 2015, according to the latest Cass Intermodal Price Index.
Industrial logistics property developer will add a distribution center near the Georgia port and truck depot in Joliet.
Harbor Trucking Association also received a grant that will expand its training program for truckers.
The Swedish furniture retailer said the proposed combined distribution hub would serve the inventory needs of its stores throughout the U.S. Midwest.
Norfolk Southern names new marketing chief, while Momentum Transportation appoints operations VP.
Shipment volume and payments were up for the third month in a row despite first quarter GDP increasing only 0.2 percent, according to the latest Cass Freight Index Report.
Australia’s Supreme Court of Victoria on Thursday approved the arrangement under which Japan Post Co. will acquire all of the shares in Toll Holdings.
The North American bulk chemical transportation specialist and logistics service provider agreed to an all-cash purchase price equivalent to $16 per share.
The railway’s new Canadian terminal will connect businesses in Montreal with markets in the eastern United States
The United Kingdom’s largest container port has commissioned two new Rail Mounted Gantry cranes at its North Rail Terminal.
Cargotec appoints head of MacGregor business area, ISS selects Port Manager for its new Anchorage office, and TRAC names chief commercial officer.
Grand Alliance chassis pool will be terminated and Direct ChassisLink will contribute those assets to its expanded pool.
Growth in domestic container movements offset declines in trailer and ISO container volumes, according to the Intermodal Association of North America.
Announced on the heels of a port driver labor strike, Eco Flow will use “free-flow” to move containers out of terminals to off-dock yards.
The third-party logistics provider also cut its first quarter loss in half.
Shanghai Index shows rates have increased to the West Coast, but are still below the TSA recommendation.
The railway reported net income of $310 million on total operating revenues of $2.6 billion in first quarter 2015.
Most businesses report minimal impact, despite claims from driver groups that the strike is causing “massive disruptions.”
Acquisition of French logistics giant Norbert Dentressangle clearly shows XPO has diverged from its initial strategy to roll up the North America freight brokerage market.
Department of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx gave Marine Highway designation to projects on the Mississippi River, New York Harbor, and the Potomac River.
XPO’s purchase of the French 3PL is the company’s first international acquisition and gives it a strong foothold in the European market.
Report from bond rating agency Moody’s predicts “minimal impact” to U.S. East Coast volumes when the expanded waterway opens next year.
The third-party logistics provider had a net income of $106.48 million on revenues of $3.3 billion in first quarter 2015.
Vacancy at cargo facilities in proximity to the nation’s leading airports is low, driving up rents for those who use the space, according to a report from market analyst JLL.
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office says there are “plenty of trucks and drivers.”
Rates were lower in March 2015 than the previous year despite increasing slightly from February, according to the latest Cass Intermodal Price Index.
The truck drivers are targeting four companies for now, but may expand the strike, according to Teamsters spokeswoman Barb Maynard.
The railway increased net income 8.3% to $1.2 billion compared to the first quarter 2014, according to Union Pacific’s latest financial statements.
Blakey will take a behind-the-scenes role at the pro-freight group.
The Texas Coalition for Transportation Productivity has thrown its support behind state legislation to increase weight limits for trucks transporting ocean containers.
ClassNK establishes Global Research and Innovation Center in Singapore, Delhi Airport and Schiphol Airport sign MoU to promote cargo trade, and ContainerPort Group opens new terminal in Atlanta.
Bad shipper experience could result in long-term cargo diversion, according to port economist John Martin.
The recovery of congestion laden West Coast ports significantly impacted shipment volumes and expenditures, according to the latest Cass Freight Index Report.
The southeastern ports continued their blistering growth rate, both increasing throughput by over 13 percent for the month.
Despite the exit of ocean carriers Hanjin and Hapag-Lloyd, Portland director says the port has “a valuable, unique market.”
Inland port, logistics park, highway and freight rail to be co-located outside Muscat.
Some cargo diverted from West Coast ports during recent congestion crisis will stay.
Marine terminals sees congestion as precursor to challenges from Panama Canal.
The changes taking place in the container-shipping industry are structural, not cyclical, said Ron Widdows, ex-chairman of the World Shipping Council and former chief executive officer of Neptune Orient […]
While the Jones Act is seen as a pillar by many industry and government officials, it’s under heavy attack by some legislators and interests.
Port terminal manager now has terminal operations in Castellon, Barcelona and Valencia on Spain’s Mediterranean coast.
MatchBack Systems names VP of commercial development, while Florida Department of Transportation appoints a state freight and transportation administrator and Port Metro Vancouver adds new board member.
New resources help company grow fleet for perishables.
Fees are having “negative impact” on the fair, efficient and reliable movement of ocean cargo, according to a new report from the Federal Maritime Commission.
An important figure in the evolution of U.S. transportation industries, Daniel J. Kerrigan retired from ACL in 1987.
DB Schenker Rail UK wins coal contract from Drax Power Station, CMA CGM opens intermodal corridor from Port of Libreville, Woodland Media moves to larger warehouse facility, and Swissport Brussels […]
Car volumes increase 38.8% percent in February of 2015 compared with 2014 levels.
The Lake Oswego, Ore.-based railroad transportation equipment supplier had profits $50.4 million on revenues of $630 million for the quarter ended Feb. 28.
Swiss WorldCargo increases its services via parent Swiss International Air Lines’ summer flights, Con-way Multimodal Expands in Bentonville, while Inchcape Shipping Services opens new office Mozambique.
“Street turn” enabler said it has plans to enter the Montreal and West Coast North America markets as well.
The logistics and supply chain solutions provider will retain the staff of D.D. Jones Transfer & Warehouse Co. and continue to operate its Chesapeake, Va. facility.
Short-term minimums are designed as a supplement to service contract rates recommended by members of the Transpacific Stabilization Agreement last October.
The Hamburg-based logistics provider and terminal operator grew operating profits 10% on a 5.4% increase in revenue compared with 2013.
Globe Tracker partners with satellite communications firm GIT, while software executive group BSA calls on Congress to pass Trade Promotion Authority.
Impact of speed limiters and logging devices will be apparent on truckload capacity by 2017, with 2015 likely a transitional year in which carriers see fewer disruptions, according to investment […]
Overall container traffic is down at Port of Jacksonville for the first five months of fiscal year 2015.
Some cargo diverted from West Coast ports during recent congestion crisis will stay on eastern seaboard, according to area port directors.
Real time data needed for distributing, marketing, promotional and sales activities, according to the Global Shippers Alliance.
The railway attributed the increase primarily to strong volume growth in its intermodal and merchandise businesses, offset by a decline in coal.
Port of New Orleans enjoyed booms in box, breakbulk and project cargo.
TX Logistik expands Scandinavian rail service, Troy Container Line relocates and expands Chicago LCL export CFS warehouse, and University of Denver’s Intermodal Transportation Institute changes its name.
