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For the first time in more than nine months, U.S. weekly rail traffic has dropped below 2023 levels.

Freight coordination platform Cartage has raised $3.3 million in a funding round led by Y Combinator. The company, founded by industry veterans, is using AI to streamline logistics without forcing brokers, shippers or carriers to change their preferred communication methods.

Class I railroads have rationalized their networks to the extent that there is very little redundancy, leaving few efficient alternatives in the event of a catastrophic event like Hurricane Helene.

Norfolk Southern says its line between Asheville, North Carolina, and Newport, Tennessee — heavily damaged by Hurricane Helene — will be out of service until at least late January, while assessment of the route between Asheville and Old Fort, North Carolina, is ongoing.

Hurricane Milton has struck Florida, less than two weeks after the devastation of Hurricane Helene. American Logistics Aid Network brings together nonprofits and supply chain companies to effectively target disaster relief. But what does that actually entail?

Boeing announced it has withdrawn its contract offer to striking machinists union workers as it considers “next steps.”

Food retailers with distribution hubs in Hurricane Milton’s path are preparing for the storm to make landfall overnight Wednesday.

As the Southeast attempts to return to normalcy in the wake of Hurricane Helene and prepare for Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall near Tampa, Florida, Wednesday night, drone operators are filling a critical niche in disaster response and recovery.

Nationwide tender rejections are already above 5%.

Extreme weather and other disruptions have stressed supply chains worldwide, but as a Category 4 hurricane barrels toward Port Tampa Bay and possibly other major ports, things are likely to get worse.

This documentary looks at the strides the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have made towards moving record freight volumes; transitioning to green energy; and retaking the title of America’s premier ports

Locomotives and freight cars are being moved to higher ground and railroad operations are winding down as Hurricane Milton is only a few hours from making landfall between Tampa Bay and Sarasota on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Fast, accurate freight market data is critical in periods of volatility.

Now on demand Dooner is joined by Lori Ann LaRocco; Tyler Christensen; Sandy Scardina; Robert Bain; Rob McCutcheon

Two members of Congress have introduced legislation to place railroad yardmasters under the same hours-of-service regulations that cover workers such as train crew members and dispatchers.

Category 4 Hurricane Milton is expected to hit Florida late Wednesday or early Thursday, bringing catastrophic flooding and life-threatening conditions less than two weeks after Helene battered the state.

Dangerous winter road conditions are on the way. Drivers need to prepare ahead of time to stay safe.

Inbound loads to Lakeland are being rejected at elevated rates.

Dennis Lane, head of revenue at CargoWise Landside, joined Craig Fuller to talk about recent trends and technology impacting the drayage industry.

Amazon’s cargo airline is welcoming shipments from logistics companies and other businesses as it tries to better utilize a private fleet originally dedicated to supporting its own e-commerce sales.

OOIDA and load board operator have teamed up in a deal that will give OOIDA members a discount.

The stress on Florida’s fuel supply chain is rapidly intensifying as Hurricane Milton closes in on the state’s central-west coast.

Hub Group announced a joint venture with Mexico’s largest intermodal carrier, EASO.

A demand spike in truckload markets can leave independent drivers particularly vulnerable to fraud and theft.

Airlines are informing shippers not to send cargo to airports in the expected path of Hurricane Milton as the airline industry implements contingency plans to move people and equipment in […]

In this edition: TIA releases its ‘State of Fraud’ report and Forward Air remains chaotic.

Despite their outsized impact on operations, confusion surrounding HOS regulations continues to plague the industry.

In a time of ever-escalating shipping challenges, outdated technology prevents shippers from reaching their full potential. Today’s landscape demands more than traditional freight audit and payment (FAP) solutions.  Download this […]

Some Florida ports shuttered Tuesday ahead of Hurricane Milton, which is expected to continue growing in size before making landfall as a life-threatening storm.

Former Amazon and Flexport executive Dave Clark has launched Auger, a $100 million-backed logistics software startup aimed at optimizing supply chain decision-making for midsize to large businesses by using AI and automation.

Over 600 layoffs hit freight-related companies in California, Illinois and New York, with the businesses citing loss of customers and an acquisition as reasons for the cuts.

Freight railroads are on high alert as massive Hurricane Milton heads toward Florida.

NFI CEO Sidney Brown has filed a motion asking a judge to dismiss his criminal indictment stemming from a New Jersey real estate dispute.

Amendments proposed by the Biden administration aim to simplify hazardous materials compliance for trucking, rail and vessel companies.

The benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges rose for the third consecutive week.

Recent Department of Labor action against logistics company Cargomatic is part of a broader crackdown against what the Biden administration calls “coercive provisions” in employment contracts.

Now on demand on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Christian Roeloffs; Matt Silver; Kameel Gaines

Tampa’s port is bracing for Hurricane Milton as the projected Category 5 storm rapidly strengthens as it barrels toward the state.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind for fleets considering to haul a load for FEMA or any other disaster relief project 

“The Waffle House Index” illustrates the severity of damage in areas affected by extreme weather.

Investment firm Alta Fox has joined some of Forward Air’s other investors that are calling on the expedited trucking company to consider a sale following its controversial acquisition of Omni Logistics.

Container handling resumed this weekend at dozens of ports on the East and Gulf coasts following a brief strike by dockworkers as the International Longshoremen’s Association and shipping lines prepare to resume bargaining.

Spot rates and tender rejection rates saw a slight increase to start Q4, but tender volumes fell as a result of the ILA strike.

This week in Borderlands: Gulf Coast ports slam US tariffs on Chinese container cranes; Volkswagen inaugurates $114M Gulf Coast shipping hub in Texas; Southeastern Freight Line launches direct route to New Mexico; and Warehouse On Wheels opens location in Mexico.

Containerized logistics services provider STG Logistics said it will use a new $300 million debt and equity financing package to fund future growth.

Logistics companies are stepping up to help in Hurricane Helene’s aftermath.

East and Gulf Coast ports were lined with International Longshoremen’s Association members picketing against the United States Maritime Alliance before coming to an agreement. This is a firsthand look at the strike at Port Houston.

In this edition: The port strike ends and goods can flow, a chilly acquisition and new nuggies hit the freezer aisle.

Now on demand on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by J.B. Hunt’s Shelley Simpson; University of Arkansas

With scammers getting more sophisticated in compromising the security of cargo or a carrier’s sensitive information, brokers need access to the best technology available to help them efficiently deploy best-practice processes in their fight against fraud.

With a focus on charger reliability, accessibility and user experience, Charli 2.0 introduces one-tap charging, real-time station availability and installation solutions.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics report showed a small drop in trucking jobs in September but an enormous one at warehouses.

Xiaodi Hou was cast as a villain in the decline into irrelevance of autonomous trucking developer TuSimple. He sees it differently.

Changes are coming to prohibited classifications at the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

President Biden claims a major victory late in his term while the International Longshoremen’s Association negotiates a curious compromise after months of talking tough on the docks.

A second front will be opened in the legal battle over whether Amazon is a joint employer of drivers along with its delivery service partners.

Port employers have come to a tentative agreement with unionized dockworkers on a 61% hourly wage increase, ending the three-day strike that shut down major East Coast container ports.

While tens of thousands of unionized longshore employees picket at ports along the East and Gulf coasts, the number of container ships waiting outside major maritime hubs continues to grow by the day.

A Wyoming trucking company owner is facing an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission lawsuit alleging that he sexually harassed multiple female employees.

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday he will deploy the Florida National Guard and Florida State Guard to ports affected by the International Longshoremen’s Association strike.

The International Longshoremen’s Association port strike has made headlines this week as a major disruption in supply chains across the East and Gulf coasts, and FreightWaves has compiled a boatload of information to address frequently asked questions about the situation.

ACT Research and FTR Transportation Intelligence reported strong September Class 8 net orders as OEM order books open up for next year.

While tens of thousands of unionized longshore employees picket at ports along the East and Gulf coasts, union leaders say they have received death threats during a work stoppage that has shut down vital container imports.

Startup carrier Global Crossing Airlines is partnering with FreightTech startup Airblox to start a nonstop freighter service between Chicago and Puerto Rico.

Flexport, a global supply chain solutions provider, is reducing its headcount by 2% as part of a reorganization aimed at helping the company drive profitability.

Shipping lines say they’re open to resuming contract negotiations with the International Longshoremen’s Association, which has shut down container imports at major East Coast ports.

Perishables and auto parts will get scarce if strike persists.

Radiant Logistics announced its seventh acquisition in the past year on Wednesday, acquiring operating partner Focus Logistics.

Major interstate closures are continuing in both North Carolina and Tennessee after Hurricane Helene.

Tristen Utter was nearly finished with his first delivery to North Carolina when he was caught in the disastrous and deadly remnants of Hurricane Helene, stranding him for days with no way to contact loved ones.

Switzerland-based DSV added to its stable of logistics providers, buying Schenker from the debt-laden German national railway.

The International Longshoremen’s Association donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross’ Hurricane Helene Relief fund on Wednesday.

J.B. Hunt and UP.Labs aim to invest in six startups over the next three years.

Now on demand on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Sal Mercogliano; Trent Cameron; Aleks Bates; Dan Artaev

Numerous factors are impacting the supply chain in a way that could make peak season difficult for shippers and carriers alike.

The Boeing Co. has cut health care coverage for 33,000 of its workers and their families as machinists union strikes continue to halt production in the Pacific Northwest.

As cybercriminals evolve, companies must adopt cutting-edge defense strategies to protect their operations from significant financial and reputational damage.

Another executive at Polar Air Cargo has been sentenced to prison for defrauding the company for more than a decade.

The International Longshoremen’s Association is accusing container shipping lines of ripping off customers, but rates are four times lower than the union claims.

Shippers and a wide range of port-related businesses will be affected by the International Longshoremen’s Association strike that began Tuesday at maritime hubs from Texas to Maine.

President Joe Biden broke his silence Tuesday on the port labor dispute by backing the striking dockworkers.

In this edition: East and Gulf Coast port workers on strike and everyone bands together to help with disaster cleanup.

Reports of panic-buying at supermarkets began spreading across social media Tuesday as a union dockworker strike got underway at East and Gulf Coast ports.

National Guard units from all over the U.S. are heading to North Carolina to assist victims of Tropical Storm Helene.

Pilot Travel Centers got a two-notch upward bump in its debt rating from  Moody’s.

Wing delivery drones will soon collect orders from Serve Robotics’ autonomous sidewalk robots, forming an autonomous, multimodal delivery network.

Universal Logistics said the $194 million acquisition of rail terminal operator Parsec will be immediately accretive to earnings.

Union Pacific says it’s already successfully handling the surge in container volume at West Coast ports, which began weeks ago as shippers sought to dodge a potential strike at ports on the East and Gulf coasts.

There was no change in transportation capacity during September. That, coupled with further growth in pricing, signals the freight market may finally be climbing out of a prolonged downturn, a survey of supply chain executives showed.

Mastering driver and vehicle maintenance data is essential for enhancing fleet safety and productivity. Discover how telematics can reduce downtime, boost productivity, retain drivers, and maximize your safety program’s value […]

Link Logistics has been able to create a technological solution that cuts to the heart of the industry’s traditional challenges while also empowering customers.

From ocean container flows to intermodal rail movements and truckload tenders, our white paper lays out the impact of the port strike.

The October 2024 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what […]

Union dockworkers began striking against employers at ports across the U.S. East and Gulf coasts early Tuesday morning.

The first port strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association since 1977 would bring a halt to an array of goods flowing through East and Gulf Coast maritime hubs.

The benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges rose 0.5 cents per gallon this week.