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Less-than-truckload carrier Saia announced two new terminal openings on Monday and said it will now open 18 to 21 terminals this year versus a prior expectation of 16.

While supply chains have adopted new technologies to optimize efficiency, we are seeing how impactful potential risks can be.

Alaska-based Lynden Air Cargo received FAA approval to modify a civilian version of the Hercules C-130 with an aerial delivery system so it can support more humanitarian missions.

The freight market is appearing to stabilize at higher levels after the Fourth of July, setting up for a better second half of 2024.

This week in Borderlands: Bridge49 alliance wants nearshoring to go high-tech; Ocean Network Express unveils new Asia-Mexico service; new tractor-trailer parking facility opens in Phoenix; and rail facility along Houston Ship Channel opens for tenants.

Kelly Williams of Trimble weighed in on where technology has helped or fallen short for people in the trucking sector.

In this edition: Port Houston gets the cold treatment, Lineage strikes it big, and decreasing food waste in the supply chain.

CloudStrike and Microsoft have released troubleshooting solutions after a global tech outage disrupted business across several industries and grounded thousands of flights Friday morning.

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Passenger and cargo airlines are coping with a computer crash, which has disrupted many airfreight shipments.

A massive technology outage Friday morning caused widespread disruptions across industries around the globe, but it’s mostly business as usual at America’s ports.

Marten’s second-quarter earnings deteriorated, but it said it hasn’t cut contract rates since August.

James Taylor will take his second run at leading a commercial electric truck company as the new CEO of Bollinger Motors.

U.S. and Canadian railroads appear to be relatively unaffected by the global tech outage that grounded flights and disrupted businesses today, although Union Pacific and Canadian Pacific Kansas City were experiencing some computer issues.

Fastmore Logistics highlights its proven track record of picking the right carrier and using technology, people and processes to deliver service and security.

NullShip Shipping Solutions claims to sell U.S. Postal Service and UPS labels at a steep discount but sold clients counterfeit postal labels, costing one person thousands of dollars in lost goods.

This week: Alvys and Renaissant both close Series A’s, truck parking solutions unite and Leonard’s Express looks to optimize operations.

FreightWaves’ State of Freight webinar suggests we’ll see more trucking companies leave the market in 2024, creating more equilibrium between shippers and carriers.

Tyler Harden give insights on how to keep up with maintenance in a way that is affordable and keeps roadways safe during this year’s Enterprise Fleet Summit.

FedEx Corp. on Thursday opened its first European Life Science Center, with capabilities to receive, store, kit, pick, pack and ship health care products.

Reliance Partners’ Modernization of Cross Border Trade event Aug. 6 will spotlight ways to improve cross-border operations through collaboration and relationships.

More than 100 Boeing 757s that underwent passenger-to-freighter conversions by Precision Aircraft Solutions need to be inspected and repaired to address the risk of cracking in an external component.

Recent data by Motive suggests the freight recession is closer to an end as more robust June restocking spurs higher July retail sales.

Data from regulators reveals improvements in truck safety last year, with the fewest deaths in five years. 

ABF Freight head Seth Runser has been named president of ArcBest. He will be succeeded by the less-than-truckload carrier’s engineering vice president, Matt Godfrey.

Mark Manera, a physical therapist who founded Supply Chain Fitness, discusses the health of truck drivers and why companies should invest in drivers’ care.

For the week ending July 13, total U.S. volume was 483,806 carloads and intermodal units, an increase of 1.3% over the same week in a year ago.

A two-year process to determine how to value freight for state income tax purposes may be coming to a head.

Triumph Financial is sticking to its long-term goal of growing TriumphPay Network market share even as earnings sag.

Joni Casey, president and CEO of the Intermodal Association of North America, announced Wednesday that she will retire at the end of 2024.

Speedy deliveries and simple return policies are key for a positive customer experience this Amazon Prime Day, says Loop Returns Vice President of Product Kristen Kelly.

Trucking companies will have to consider electric vehicles, especially in port shuttle settings, to comply with emissions regulations, says Tony Williamson, director of business development and sustainability at Gage Zero.

Marc El Khoury, co-founder and CEO of tech-driven trucking company aifleet, weighed in at FreightWaves’ Enterprise Fleet Summit on the debate over the so-called driver shortage and ways his company uses proprietary AI technology to increase driver utilization.

Logistics warehouse operator Prologis said uncertainty around interest rates and the political landscape should be resolved in the coming months, clearing a path for a more constructive 2025.

Chris Schoate, vice president for driver recruiting and retention at Gulf Winds International, spoke with FreightWaves during Enterprise Fleet Summit 2024 about driver recruitment and retention in a post-pandemic job market.

Western Express shared some of its safety strategies at FreightWaves’ Enterprise Fleet Summit on Wednesday.

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PCF Transportation Practice Leader, Tim Good, is joined by Erika Wilson, Producer at Good’s Insurance, a PCF company, to discuss the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, a critical piece of […]

After wrapping up her first year as president and CEO of the Women in Trucking Association, Jennifer Hedrick explains the group’s strategy toward creating a more inclusive industry.

Large fleets should be “laser-focused” on reauthorizing the infrastructure bill and the provisions – good or bad – that could make it into the legislation.

The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a civil penalty of $400,000 against cargo airline Kalitta Air for allegedly operating flights in a prohibited region when certain aircraft have a faulty […]

Harman Cheema, president and CEO of Cheema Freightlines, discussed trends and forecasts in the freight industry during FreightWaves’ Enterprise Fleet Summit.

Logistics real estate landlord Prologis noted “subdued” but “improving” demand in its second-quarter report issued Wednesday.

Less-than-truckload carrier XPO said it has expanded its cross-border service with the launch of XPO Mexico+.

Truck safety advocates say foot-dragging on rulemakings by Department of Transportation regulators is costing lives.

J.B. Hunt missed second-quarter expectations Tuesday as soft freight demand and costs associated with carrying the capacity needed to meet future demand weighed on the period.

In a historic move, Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien spoke about bipartisanship, Amazon and labor reform at the Republican National Convention.

J.B. Hunt missed second-quarter expectations as volumes remained weak across all modes, expenses remained elevated and intermodal yields declined.

Airbus slightly trimmed its demand forecast for freighter aircraft but said airlines would need more large cargo jets than previously estimated. As if on cue, Emirates ordered more 777s from rival Boeing.

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A $10 million lawsuit by a Georgia man whose pickup was rear-ended by a truck driven for a South Carolina amusement rides company will be heard in federal court.

In this edition: Ransom freight is on the rise and TQL has a victory in court.

Real estate investment trust Lineage announced the pricing of its initial public offering on Tuesday.

Mexico remained the top trading partner for the U.S. in May, at $73 billion.

The brokerage industry, this time TQL, has won another court victory, shielding it from liability stemming from a carrier it hired.

J.D. Vance will give truckers another high-profile supporter in Washington if Trump wins in November.

The benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges was down this week after several weeks of increases.

Teamsters President Sean O’Brien will speak at the Republican National Convention Monday in a historic first for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. The union has yet to make a decision on which presidential candidate they will endorse for 2024.

Freight shipments and expenditures remained depressed in June, Monday data from Cass Information Systems showed.

DHL Express is expanding China air network through teaming arrangement with Central Airlines.

Mexico truckers averaged about five cargo truck thefts per day across the country’s roadways in June.

Cummins Inc. an engine-maker and power distribution company will invest $150 million to convert about half of its manufacturing space in Columbus, Indiana. The announcement comes after the company was fined $1.675 billion for emissions violations.

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Ryder System said Monday it will acquire mobile maintenance and repair services provider Pit Stop Fleet Service.

Canada Industrial Relations Board will determine if some shipments must continue even during work stoppage.

Data generation within the supply chain is continuous, providing companies unprecedented access to information. The key to success in this data-rich environment is effectively utilizing this information for growth and […]

After a number of dark horse wins on the 2024 list, FreightWaves has opened nominations for the FreightTech 2025 awards.

Transfix, which was a digital brokerage up until just a few weeks ago, is offering its first software solution to the market.

The digital trucking platform partners with CoVenture for up to $100 million in debt to accelerate its financial services.

This week in Borderlands: Ambitious billion-dollar Tehuantepec rail corridor aims to grab more international trade; GrubMarket acquires Houston-based foodservice distributor; Production of Mexican-built cargo trucks rise in June; and Metrobi launches delivery service in Dallas.

What should we make of an extraordinary example of history repeating itself?

Amazon Prime Day 2024 will run July 16 through July 17, with discounts on millions of items across 35 categories for Amazon Prime subscribers.

The Biden administration is calling railroad executives to Washington to explain how they plan to reverse negative cargo trends and grow their business.

The freight market was more reactive to the Fourth of July holiday than the year prior, but capacity has been quick to return to the road.

Maersk Air Cargo will operate its first Boeing 777 freighter between Denmark and China.

In this edition: A new home for avocados, improvements in food tech shipping, and enhancements to the food traceability rule.

A Texas truck driver rescued a 1-year-old baby found in a Louisiana ditch after his 4-year-old brother was found dead.

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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration announced $8.75 million in grant awards to 15 shipyards across 12 states in an effort to increase productivity and expand local job opportunities.

Hyzon is focusing its fuel cell efforts in North America, cutting operations in Europe and Australia as it seeks to survive.

Nearly two dozen freight brokers say an Illinois trucking company and its “affiliated carriers” are holding 36 confirmed loads hostage until ransom demands are paid.

Avianca Cargo is replacing the fleet of its Mexican partner with Airbus A330 freighters.

This week: p44 offers eBOLs on all LTL shipments, ODeX moves into Singapore, Goodyear offers Tires-as-a-Service and AutoScheduler.AI raises funds.

The key court battle to block the Biden administration’s independent contractor rule is in Louisiana, and a request for an injunction against the rule has been taken a step up in the federal courts.

Ex-Slync CEO Chris Kirchner was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District in Fort Worth, Texas.

The EPA is seeking comment on whether to grant California a waiver to enforce the Advanced Clean Fleets rule.

The Class I railroad, CSW, is now the fourth to become a member of RailPulse.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents rescued 23 migrants who were locked inside a train car stationed in Laredo, Texas on Tuesday.

The e-commerce landscape in the United States is continuously evolving, requiring retailers remain flexible and adaptable to maintain a competitive edge. Recent data from Statista projects that e-commerce revenue will […]

The FMCSA recently delayed rulemaking on truck speed limiters, pre-2000 engine ELD mandates and automatic emergency braking systems to 2025.

Freight-related companies in California, Florida, Ohio and Texas are laying off a total of 218 employees.

Pilots for Western Global Airlines say they need help from the National Mediation Board to move along negotiations on a labor agreement.

A $73 million rail expansion at the Port of Los Angeles adds five storage tracks, new crossovers and turnouts, and a concrete rail bridge, among other improvements.

Outpost releases new technology, combining both hardware and software, to improve commercial truck parking availability and security, as truck parking continues to be a significant problem in the U.S.

Airfreight volumes are buoyant during the typically slow summer season. One theory is that businesses are ordering sooner to avoid late deliveries for second-half shopping holidays, which could mean the busy season will be less busy than expected.