Transporting grain is a major source of revenue for the railroads. How will the coronavirus impact the grain market and the railroads?
Shippo is a next-generation shipping platform for ecommerce businesses, helping them provide their end consumers with an exceptional shipping experience.
New CEO named to lead Alabama State Port Authority and senior VP appointed to head Latin American sales.
More funds for loans could help protect small and midsize carriers from layoffs.
World Shipping Council issues reminder that seafarers are the backbone of international supply chains.
“The coronavirus is delivering a shock to the supply chain,” said port chief Mario Cordero.
Even with a better-than-expected fiscal second quarter, Greenbrier invokes several measures to protect its workers and the “viability of the enterprise.”
In the times of COVID-19, logistics companies are stepping up to help the industry in ways they can.
Spot National Trucking Freight Futures opened flat on Monday as the Atlanta to Philadelphia lane weighed on the East region.
Members of the Washington, D.C.-based National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America interviewed by American Shipper this week generally praised CBP for permitting the flow of legitimate trade across the continent.
TrueNorth’s Cook sees low returns, premium income dropping and more “selectivity” from underwriters.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission said there has been no shortage of container-shipping industry members willing to participate in its initiative to identify ways to overcome supply chain obstacles caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Einride remote operator controls multiple autonomous trucks at the same time
But many sellers still in the lurch as the e-giant limits shipments to essential products
VC funding has evaporated, wooing new customers is extremely difficult and existing customers’ focus has changed.
The partnership will produce remote tools that will enable railcar owners and operators to know where their cars are and what is their mileage and cargo capacity.
Passenger aircraft are being used to fly essential cargo between continents. Learn more about what the airlines are doing to survive and to assist key supply chains.
It was another strong week for Trucking Freight Futures as the April contracts “roll” to the new spot month.
TruckPark has added a telemedicine resource within its truck-parking app, giving drivers access to doctors via text or videoconferencing.
The Justice Department said joint logistics operations among five American medical supply distributors to provide protective medical gear to virus hot spots does not violate antitrust law.
CEO Matt Pyatt said some industries served by Arrive are shipping less freight.
Bob Costello expects many trucking companies to go out of business before the economy recovers from the recession caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
FedEx provides a rather dim near-term outlook on operations and announces cost savings and balance sheet actions to preserve liquidity.
Mayor taps Gene Seroka to locate and deliver medical supplies critically needed during coronavirus pandemic.
Trucking Freight Futures finish Thursday’s session mixed as the Dallas to Los Angeles lane (VDL) continues to rise.
Despite COVID-19 concerns, the Port of Alaska and ocean carriers calling Anchorage insist that ships loaded with containers will continue to arrive on schedule.
“These new tools are free of advertising and exist solely to help with information and resource sharing for professional drivers and fleets,” said Frank Adelman, Transflo president and CEO.
QuickPay gives fleets access to same-day payment on the loads they deliver.
3M pushes back as Trump pressures company to keep all domestically produced N95 masks within the U.S. as hospitals and healthcare workers encounter shortages of personal protective equipment as they fight COVID-19.
Plus: Coronavirus clears the air
Jim Blaze looks at the declining need for railroad tank cars. Why is this happening and what’s next?
No one was prepared for the global shipping disruption caused by COVID-19, but Mike Meierkort said Damco’s resiliency program is “the closest thing to having a playbook.”
Vertical integration boosts a marijuana e-commerce company as the pandemic fuels a boom in cannabis sales
March Trucking Freight Futures contracts move to expiration as April “rolls” in as the spot month on Wednesday.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said it will do its part to keep imports of medical gear flowing efficiently into the country.
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Tyson Foods plans to pay drivers and essential personnel $60 million in “thank you” bonuses for service during the pandemic.
RoadSync is a digital payment platform offering services that help solve inconsistencies within paper-based invoicing processes in the freight industry.
Chris Henry writes about the true costs of “unseated” trucks and what carriers can do to keep their number of unseated trucks as close to zero as possible.
After a surge in freight over the past few weeks, UBS transportation analyst Tom Wadewitz is predicting a rough two months.
FIATA questions the reasonableness of assessing demurrage and detention charges against shippers and forwarders during pandemic.
Roadrunner Transportation Systems announces the sale of another business unit, this time unloading Stagecoach Cartage and Distribution.
Trucking and travel plaza trade groups urge states to cut slack to truckers delayed by overzealous social distancing so critical freight can keep moving during coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus-caused supply chain disruption has led to port congestion but has not burned reefer market.
A 10,000 mile hedge was executed on Tuesday in the July 2020 East Regional Trucking Freight Futures contract at $1.628/mile.
Global container carrier sails deeper into North American warehouse and distribution services.
It’s imperative that consumers standing in line for a vaccine aren’t receiving a vaccine only 60% effective, because it went out of temperature range.
Assistant Commissioner Todd Owen said additional reimbursable services agreements help Customs and Border Protection facilitate commerce during COVID-19 pandemic.
BMW Group has initiated the “PartChain” project to create an industry-wide solution for secure data-sharing.
CNBC’s Lori Ann LaRocco provides commentary on how the Phase One trade deal between the U.S. and China has not worked as thought, at least to date….
Leader of container and chassis provider organizations heartened to see cooperation during the coronavirus crisis “to minimize the impact for the greater good.”
DOT’s final rule could mean millions fewer zero-emissions electric vehicles sold.
Trucking Freight Futures continued to climb on Monday as the March expiration approaches.
Commissioner Rebecca Dye will lead the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission effort with industry to identify “operational solutions to cargo delivery challenges” caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Lytx has announced a new technology that allows drivers to simply scan a QR code to be identified and assigned to a vehicle. Plus, the unemployment rate could top 30%, the next coronavirus stimulus package could include infrastructure, and the EPA is set to roll back fuel economy standards.
Hub Group joins other transportation companies in accessing revolving credit to improve liquidity.
Vector, a startup that digitizes back office operations for trucking companies, discovers a higher purpose as customers seek touchless solutions during the COVID-19 outbreak.
CEVA and DHL free themselves from contractual constraints to realign operations and facilitate pricing flexibility during pandemic.
ArcBest battens the hatches on coronavirus concerns. The company draws down available credit and implements business continuity plan.
Sister hospital ship USNS Mercy begins treating patients at Port of LA.
Panic demand drives week-over-week surge in Trucking Freight Futures prices as futures close out strong on Friday.
The head of the Airforwarders Association says preparing for business impacts from natural disasters, like COVID-19, requires “a lot of practice and uncomfortable preparation.”
Workers at an Amazon warehouse are protesting conditions while Instacart workers are walking off the job amid coronavirus concerns. Plus, truck drivers are scared, but still delivering and Americans learn the value of the supply chain.
The big two automakers plan to produce more than 5 million SUVs and pickup trucks in 2026, but only plan on making 320,000 electric vehicles the same year.
A C-suite and board are shuffled, and a commercial operations director and Europe manager are hired.
While most executives agree that digital disruption is creating winners and losers, their views on the immediate impact of most technologies remain uncertain.
Trailer spotting and shuttle provider Lazer Spot acquires peer PHB Transport.
The disruption to the supply chain from COVID-19 is likely to cause a change in the way freight industries behave moving forward, including renewed interest in autonomous technologies.
“A lot of carriers could go into bankruptcy without help,” Energy Transportation Group CEO says. But a 75% wage subsidy from the Canadian government offers hope for vulnerable trucking companies and freight demand hit by COVID-19.
Plus: Is this the end of the sharing economy?
Trucking Freight Futures continued to move higher on Thursday as supply chain tightness persists.
In the times of COVID-19, logistics companies are stepping up to help the industry in ways they can.
The USPS received a $10 billion line of credit in the U.S. Senate version of the coronavirus relief bill. What will the U.S. House of Representatives do?
Roadrunner seeks voluntary delisting from the NYSE as it continues its reorganization and focuses on asset-light offerings.
Clear benefits in its truckload and dedicated divisions, but challenges in brokerage.
The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission’s legal staff is expected to deliver its final demurrage and detention rulemaking assessment to the commissioners in the next several weeks.
Wallenius Wilhelmsen laying off 2,500 workers in the United States and Mexico, retiring and recycling about 15 vessels.
Congress expected to approve package that could help avoid permanent shutdowns
Truck component supplier Meritor idles plants and cuts base salaries up to 50% to save the ship from rough seas.
Trucking Freight Futures stage broad rally on Wednesday on tight capacity in the West.
The collaboration will produce cameras, LiDAR, radar, steering and more.
Using shock recorders when shipping freight may help shippers and carriers better protect freight and assign fault when damage occurs.
The integration is expected to enhance KeepTruckin’s driver workflow, enabling drivers and dispatchers to communicate directly through the company’s mobile app.
The coronavirus is impacting all sectors of the economy, and railroads are no different. Read what expert Jim Blaze thinks will happen going forward.
Airlines were among the big industry winners when the smoke lifted and Congress finalized a $2 trillion economic stimulus package to deal with economic fallout from the coronavirus.
Forager is filling engineering and product positions in Chicago.
Trucking Freight Futures closed higher on Tuesday on strength in the East region.
Will the coronavirus accelerate contactless delivery services?
FourKites is acquiring the yard management solutions from TrackX Holdings, and using those products to launch Dynamic Yard, an end-to-end full visibility platform.
Darren Prokop writes about the key role that transportation in the war against COVID-19 – particularly trucks.
Wingcopter is a German-based startup that manufactures drones that attain maximum speeds of 150 mph with a 75-mile range.
One of the world’s largest suppliers of disposable rubber gloves may resume exports to the U.S. after resolving forced labor concerns, Customs and Border Protection said.
International Maritime Organization secretary-general stresses that world trade during the coronavirus pandemic depends on the mariners who move goods.
KlearNow is an on-demand customs clearance platform that helps companies navigate customs by leveraging AI technology.
CarrierDirect’s Ryan Schreiber has spoken with leaders in the logistics and transportation industries and gives recommendations about how to lead your company and help your employees and customers during these challenging times.
“The impact of these nuclear verdicts, as well as higher insurance costs, could send more carriers out of business,” said Zach Strickland.
Optimizing the supply chain is the Holy Grail of shipping, but many companies go about it the wrong way. Shipping expert Phil Ramsdale details some best practices.
The coronavirus pandemic is sparking debate about what consumers want — and when they want it.
The International Air Transport Association had sobering news about the financial prospects for airlines this year: a quarter-trillion dollars in lost revenue.
P.A.M. Transportation says it has temporarily laid off approximately 75 employees as auto plant closures increase.
