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The logistics behind aborting a NASA space mission during launch; wheels coming off the supply chain with tire shortage; more

Trans-Pacific traffic snarl is bicoastal: More container ships waiting off Shanghai and Ningbo than Southern California.

Nike shoes may symbolize speed on the track, but its business has been slowed by shipping and production delays.

Can collecting carbon dioxide from ambient air combined with renewable energy create a cost-competitive, scalable, carbon-neutral fuel? Maersk is betting on it.

Worldwide Flight Services announced Friday it has acquired Pinnacle Logistics, a provider of cargo-handling services for the aviation market across the U.S.

Modern Shipper spoke to Matternet CEO Andreas Raptopoulos about his vision to bring drone delivery to cities around the world.

Matt Blois looks at how reshoring U.S. drug manufacturing can help solve drug shortages on this episode of Medically Necessary.

On this episode of Cyberly, Blythe Brumleve teaches the ins and outs of circular marketing.

Anthony Smith and Zach Strickland talk about breaking up the intermodal bottleneck on this episode of Freightonomics.

The New York City Council is taking yet another step to improve the pay and delivery conditions for 80,000 third-party delivery drivers.

Truck Talk is a weekly newsletter providing perspective and context on the week’s happenings in the trucking industry.

The company faces an optics challenge as many question the motive behind rate increases.

A FreightWaves survey reveals some of the best places for truckers to see eye-popping fall foliage.

Trucks release a lot of data. Two attorneys from the Benesch law firm discuss the ownership of that data on this week’s podcast.

This year ENERGY Transportation Group is No. 207 of 448, boasting 198% revenue growth over the past three years.

A new study has found that while online sales are driving up revenue for grocers, many are losing money on e-commerce and struggling with building a path forward.

Hurricane Sam will make big waves in Atlantic shipping lanes this weekend, gaining strength as it approaches the Caribbean.

“Currently, sustainable aviation fuel accounts for less than 0.1% of the world’s use of aviation fuel. We want to help our customers use more SAF,” said Anna Mascolo, president of aviation at Shell.

TFI International is working to hire more truck drivers at TForce Freight as it cuts salespeople amid a push to rebuild the UPS legacy operation.

Forager has engaged an investment banker and is running a sale process.

Port of New Orleans recorded mix results during August, which officials attributed to global supply chain issues.

Canada Border Services Agency officers back a deal that will bring a new four-year contract with additional pay. But there’s one catch: The retroactive agreement expires next year.

Temperature-controlled warehouse operator RLS Logistics adds another regional partner as it builds out a national footprint.

Western Star advances a family makeover with the second entry into its X-Series of vocational trucks.

FRA Deputy Administrator Amit Bose testifies on crew size and LNG by rail at his nomination hearing.

It’s vital to look both ways and make sure your vehicle will have enough space to fully clear the tracks before crossing. Also, be sure to roll up your landing gear to avoid getting stuck.

As visibility solutions have become more accessible, they have started to move from “perk” to “necessity.” This transition is expected to continue, getting another boost when the freight market cools down and regains equilibrium.

As the head cheese of Sargento Foods drivers, Duaine Conrad has set the example in how to avoid trouble on the road.

Elevated steel prices are driving railcar owners to scrap outdated equipment, according to a Greenbrier manager.

The Transportation Technology Center Inc. appoints a new president while truckers recognize TRAC Intermodal for its performance.

Opponents of the legislation were particularly focused on a law known as PAGA.

Honeywell hopes its new robot will cut back on warehouse injuries while making case picking more productive than ever.

Industrial warehouse operator Prologis Inc. said Thursday it was expanding a training program aimed at bringing 25,000 new workers to the logistics industry.

To lower its insurance rates and protect its drivers and product, cannabis distributor Bloom Farms turned to Azuga’s dashcams and specialty insurer QuadScore.

Additional periods of heavy rain and flooding could slow down truckers for another day in the Northeast.

Transportation procurement system will handle $4B worth of bids this year.

Feds are attempting to claw back funds from trucking company owners and reality TV stars who vied for PPP loans.

GoFor’s new strategy will use carbon offsets, EVs, smart packaging and more to make delivery carbon-negative.

Fleetmaster Express recently ordered 10 Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 trucks to transition from a diesel fleet to an electric one.

FedEx doesn’t operate any 747 freighters itself but is hiring Atlas Air to use jumbo jets on its behalf.

FMCSA Deputy Administrator Meera Joshi was told during the hearing on her nomination to become administrator that truck crash trends underscore the need for agency action.

Green shipping technology and fuels are costly and could remain that way until economies of scale and innovation advance — something that many shipping companies say will require government regulations.

Mammoth Freighters plans to produce 777 passenger-to-freighter conversions. A new deal makes it more mammoth.

Fuel hedging expert Elaine Levin explains her bullish outlook on price hedging and how it can help carriers lock in their fuel budget.

Renewable diesel is the hot new market in the fuels business. An expert discusses why.

“Where we will see increased regulation and scrutiny will happen not at the fleet operator level but will happen at the OEM level,” said Cole.

On the heels of a short seller’s takedown, Workhorse halts electric van deliveries and recalls units already in customer hands.

The naming of hurricanes was changed in the 1950s to simplify their tracking and improve communication of storm information.

Bed Bath & Beyond said it has become the first home goods retailer to list its products directly on DoorDash Marketplace, giving it the opportunity to reach more potential customers with same-day delivery.

Don Thibodeaux from FuelHub discusses how automating fuel-buying processes can save money.

FedEx integrates the Aurora Driver autonomous system on PACCAR trucks into its logistics operations on Dallas-to-Houston round trips.

SkyBitz executive Ken Moore explains how remote fuel storage tank monitoring works and why it can help reduce freight costs in a fireside chat at FreightWaves’ Fuel Buyers Summit.

What should prospective drivers know about Wellington Motor Freight? “That we are the best company to work for, period. We want to be the place that you spend the rest of your career with. Our culture is unrivaled. We don’t employ ‘just a driver,’ we have absolute professionals behind the wheel.”

2022 could be a busy year for the Surface Transportation Board if it decides to tackle a number of long-standing, hot-button issues.

Berkshire Grey has introduced a robotic shuttle put wall that it said will dramatically increase the capacity of warehouse operators to process e-commerce orders.

“The lower the carbon intensity of the fuel, the higher the value,” Megan Boutwell, VP of operations at Stillwater Associates, said about low-carbon fuel standards.

An employer’s ‘honest belief’ and good recordkeeping helps it win pregnancy discrimination lawsuit.

“If everything is streamlined and automated, your insurance costs will go down because your accidents will go down,” said Mitzel.

Scott Berhang, director of FreightWaves Academy, and Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy, chat future fuel prices at FreightWaves’ Fuel Buyers Summit.

Stephen Jones of Argus Media is one of the company’s leading analysts. He shares the Argus view of the market at the FreightWaves Fuel Buyers Summit.

Sebastian Blanco and Grace Sharkey look at the surprising move Volta Trucks took to expand its product offering.

SPAC-sponsored autonomous software developer Embark Trucks is tapping industry experts for advice as its public debut nears.

Kaylee Nix explores how one company is deploying robotics strategy in every step of the supply chain on this episode of At Your Doorstep.

Truckers will face flooding rain and potential road closures the next two days from the Midwest to the Northeast.

Richie Daigle and Kevin Hill look at how to stand out in your sales strategy on this episode of Put That Coffee Down

Former government safety officials now have investments and profits to keep in mind as they help their companies chart a course for autonomous vehicles.

One of the largest container terminals in Southern California is testing a system for 24-hour cargo pickup.

Hai Robotics, a warehouse robotics firm from China that recently entered the North American market, has announced $200 million across two funding rounds.

Southern California ports would need two weeks with zero vessel arrivals to clear logjam — but the ships keep coming.

In this issue, port congestion sends truckers west, highway heroes, project44 makes its biggest buy to date and more

The company didn’t blindside anyone. But it didn’t please that many, either.

Demand for COVID-19 vaccines in the U.S. has fallen substantially since a peak in early May. Now, boosters for older patients and a forthcoming requirement that large employers vaccinate or test workers could cause demand to rebound.

Premar Global Warehouse Logistics employed 16 Mexican nationals to work as merchandise checkers in San Diego for the equivalent of $3.38 to $5.61 per hour in pesos.

M&A in third-party logistics continues at a high rate. PLS Logistics Services announced it has acquired freight broker D&L Transport.

CEO Tim Strauss and Amerijet’s board kiss and make up. He will continue to run the company.

“With GCP as a partner, their strategic connections will allow us to build the technology that our FDPs are craving,” says the FRONTDoor Collective COO.

INRD’s expansion will benefit Indianapolis-area intermodal customers seeking access to the Asian market.

Port Houston saw a spike in imports and exports of steel and imports of general cargo during the month.

“You can’t fix things with some nifty perk. It takes the right people with the right attitude as a foundation.” That philosophy has helped Nussbaum Transportation land on the TCA/CarriersEdge Best Fleets to Drive For list for 2021.

“Our acquisition of Convey brings project44 all the way to the front doorstep,” says project44 founder and CEO Jett McCandless.

Jokr promises 15-minute grocery delivery. It has now added 3 more New York City boroughs to its delivery network.

In some big news for the rideshare giant, Uber on Tuesday revised its Q3 2021 outlook and now expects earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization to be positive as […]

An “unprecedented outlook for hydrogen fueling station network development in California” contains bold expansion plans for the state. The California Air Resources Board report expects to see capacity for 250,000 fuel cell electric vehicles by 2026.

BlueTriton Brands, formerly known as Nestlé Waters North America, gets recognition for trailer loading ease and efficiency.

Drought and wind keep the threat of spreading wildfires elevated in Northern California.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with G Squared on this significant milestone,” said Transfix CEO Lily Shen.

FreightWaves examines 5 deals and partnerships that highlight how fintech can improve FreightTech offerings.

Daimler Trucks North America fielded hundreds of reports of loose steering, leading to the recall of 123,481 Freightliner Cascadias in the U.S. and Canada.

Dry bulk shares suffer double-digit declines, with tanker and container stocks also caught up in the sell-off.

Even as the benchmark number rose, diesel on the key commodity exchange declined sharply.

The Port of Del Rio has been closed since Friday night, with both commercial and passenger traffic being diverted 57 miles east to the Eagle Pass port of entry.

Noncontract prices will climb by 5.9% for FedEx’s Express, Ground and Freight services.

Trailer makers have connectivity advancements in the pipeline as they navigate supply shortages hampering production.

Generous government spending and climate change policies to continue as Justin Trudeau secures a third term as Canada’s prime minister. But he’ll still need support from other parties.

A perfect storm of factors has led to a historically strained market in the wake of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Shippers looking forward to market equilibrium should expect to continue waiting well into early 2022.

Air-truck service via Toronto is faster for some logistics companies than booking shipments direct to O’Hare, where delays are mounting.

Engineers and designers of the Wing delivery drone share insights into the aircraft’s development and the overall mission for the company in a new video.

Used truck prices continue to fly higher as demand overwhelms supply of pre-owned models.

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? covers Rail Safety Week; massive claim losses; best of Driver Appreciation Week and more.

Self-driving technology company Aurora said it will deploy a Toyota Sienna autonomous vehicle in rideshare service in the next six months.