Uber Freight’s head of product shares simple ways to improve decision-making and reduce costs while improving customers’ shipping experiences.
“We could make carriers’ lives easier by giving them a single tool that they can use to make sure that they are not missing any hiring steps,” said LogRock co-founder and CEO Hunter Yaw.
The Q2 Freight Sentiment Indexes show carriers lower, brokers higher and shippers about the same despite ample pricing power.
“There have been companies that have introduced [dashcams] with great success and haven’t lost any drivers at all, and then there are other companies that have lost quite a few drivers because of it,” Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels said.
“The Premier Partner Program expands our carrier family to include an even higher level of qualification of carriers that can meet the needs of participating shippers,” said president George Abernathy.
The potential widening of broker liability in the Miller case against C.H. Robinson is creating fears among 3PLs, but attorneys see a potential reversal.
Nikola Corp.’s hopes for a zero-emissions trucking future may be realized without the startup being part of it.
Predictive maintenance analytics for autonomous trucks could provide a reverse benefit for human-driven trucks.
Financially struggling Nikola Corp. wants shareholders to double the company’s authorized shares so it can pay its loans in stock.
Artificial intelligence, not magic, allows Merlin to operate small aircraft without a human pilot.
Driverless trucks have special needs that only humans can perform at terminals where they will drop and hook loads.
Lidar maker Ouster sued Chinese rival Hesai alleging patent infringement, a situation the company has experienced as a defendant.
Using the company’s platform, Repowr Connect, shippers, fleets and 3PLs can share their available assets with other network members, helping parties find on-demand capacity.
Companies that resemble an Expedia for airfreight are making their portals more accessible to logistics customers outside their home countries. Agents are watching for potential conflicts of interest.
ASL Aviation has several airlines that support express delivery companies and e-commerce retailers. It plans to serve them with drone delivery too.
Truck safety advocates and labor are at odds with big business over a request to loosen regulations for driverless trucks.
“We are looking to empower these independent contractors and truly treat them as owners of their businesses,” Luke Denny, co-founder and CEO, told FreightWaves.
Proterra Inc. and Ouster Inc. are just two of many technology startups and growth-stage companies struggling financially.
Kodiak Robotics was shooting for easier maintenance of its autonomous trucks but it made them appear more normal in the process.
“TrueTMS carries a price point that is affordable for a one- to 20-truck operator to purchase,” says T3 Tech’s George Thellman.
When John heard his trailer was missing, he was able to track the stolen property using his LandAirSea GPS and lead authorities to the thief. He saved the trailer, $300,000 worth of material and likely his reputation with his customer.
Trimble’s U.S. strengths have been combined with Transporeon’s overseas presence through a $1.98 billion acquisition.
Aurora Innovation says being “feature complete” on its autonomous truck software puts it on target for driverless runs in 2024.
Interstate Health’s CEO explains how addressing the needs of both truckers and travelers can make a highway care network work.
TuSimple plans driverless trucking on a commercial basis in Arizona next year – without a manufacturing partner.
“Our growth and potential were being hindered by manual processes and limited visibility into workflows,” US Cargo Brokers founder Adam Konopko said. “After adopting Ditat’s TMS, US Cargo experienced a complete transformation.”
Nikola Corp. wants to raise $100 million through a public stock offering. Dilution-fearing investors drove shares to an all-time low.
Settling multiple distractions surrounding TuSimple was Cheng Lu’s priority when he returned as CEO in November.
It’s been three months since TuSimple fired a quarter of its workforce. Three of those who survived the cuts talked with FreightWaves.
Federal guidance from 2019 suggested driverless trucks could skip electronic logging devices. Will that hold up?
Even with multiple investigations to close, TuSimple has three years worth of money to run its autonomous trucking business.
“[Navix] understands their customers’ problems, the value proposition and how to apply the technology to solve them,” said Rob Estes, chairman and CEO of Estes Express Lines.
Echo Global Logistics has held true to the same goal since its inception almost 20 years ago: Make transportation management simpler.
Newtrul has built a marketplace focused on integrity, compliance and credibility.
“We have been here over a decade and have deployed thousands of systems using this technology. We are bringing this level of experience with robotics that is just unmatched in this market,” said Mujin Director of Sales Josh Cloer.
“To get ahead of the curve on stringent climate disclosure requirements proposed by the SEC and [the ISSB], shippers need to transition from manual data gathering and estimations of their scope 3 carbon footprint to tools that efficiently and accurately provide emissions reports in real time,” said Convoy Corporate Sustainability Analyst Kiana van Waes.
TuSimple co-founder Xiaodi Hou says his ouster was retaliation for failing to support a pay package for the rehired CEO whom he replaced.
Gatik will move grocery loads autonomously from Kroger’s Dallas distribution center to its area grocery stores, starting with safety drivers.
Freight reservation aggregator Freightos issued its first earnings report as a public company. Reducing losses continues to be a challenge in a difficult economy.
TuSimple co-founder Xiaodi Hou quit the board at the autonomous trucking startup as the company investigated him for employee poaching.
How confident is Kodiak Robotics of the safety of its autonomous system? How about cutting a sensor cable while the truck is running?
Weather has a significant impact on retailers, but most still rely on manual forecasting. Tomorrow.io’s advanced weather intelligence is changing the game.
Cummins Inc. is rebranding its New Power division to get more attention for its investments in zero-emissions technologies.
Plus One Robotics has raised $50 million to roboticize parcel handling in warehouses and distribution centers.
“Real-time visibility and responsive risk management gives Overhaul a distinct advantage among supply chain SaaS providers,” said Ryan Ziegler, general partner at lead investor Edison Partners.
The Lordstown Motors Endurance electric pickup was delayed, subject to cost overruns and now faces a safety recall.
Nikola allegedly tried to sign rival Lion Electric customers after canceling a battery supply contract with Romeo Power.
“Our goal is to get empty containers out of the hands of those who do not need them and into the hands of those who do, and so far it’s working,” said Qualle founder and CEO Tyler Sellers.
Embark Trucks, the original autonomous trucking company, may put itself up for sale or liquidate after laying off 70% of its employees.
Volvo Group’s CampX has ushered 50 startups through its accelerator. Now it is adding an incubator for early stage startups.
In some rare good news for autonomous truck software developer TuSimple, the FMCSA closed a probe into a crash last April.
“With over thousands of carriers to choose from to move your freight, carrier scorecards are essential to making the right buying decision during an RFP bid event,” Emerge founder and CEO Andrew Leto said.
Hyliion Holdings is teaming up with financially struggling Hyzon Motors to develop a hydrogen-powered fuel cell version of its hybrid truck.
Crstl looks to take on the digitization of transactions and data sharing between brands and major retailers like Walmart and Target.
Nikola Corp. maintains it can raise capital through equity sales, but its auditor says that’s uncertain, prompting a notice of going concern.
Will new leadership be enough to save the FreightTech company?
Autonomous truck convoy developer Locomation denied reports it is closing, but said it laid off most non-engineering employees.
Nikola is still far from positive financial territory, but the integration of major components should help bring costs down.
What does it mean to have a former Daimler Truck executive in charge of Torc Robotics? Experience guides a big mission focus
“We knew the port terminals, we understood their operations, but mostly we understood their systems and data. We thought we could be the bridge that wasn’t created before that could speak both parties’ languages and get containers in and out,” said BlueCargo co-founder and CEO Alexandra Griffon.
Nikola customers will test Plus autonomy on the startup’s battery and fuel cell electric trucks this year and make it standard in 2024.
Supply chain veteran and patent holder Julian Van Erlach explains how FabFitFun continues to ship “more gross profit dollars per package.”
“The digitalization of trade documentation is in full swing worldwide, and companies need all the support and advice they can get to implement the optimum solutions into their everyday workflows,” said CargoX CEO Stefan Kukman.
How long will incentives drive the transition to electric trucks and help pay for the infrastructure that powers it? It’s going to be awhile.
Austin, Texas-based Overhaul has acquired SensiGuard in a deal aimed at increasing the supply chain security firm’s global footprint.
“The new model is flexible and brings together dedicated support teams highly trained on one or a few shippers’ needs and operating requirements,” said Convoy founder and CEO Dan Lewis.
Just as the name suggests, Get It There Faster helps shippers easily move LTL ground and air freight, instantly bringing expedited rates to their TMS platforms.
A year ago, they fought over patent infringement. Now Ouster and Velodyne are one company seeking to win in the overcrowded lidar market.
Supply chain software provider Descartes announced Tuesday the acquisition of final-mile tech platform GroundCloud.
Convoy is looking to improve the contracted freight market for small carriers and shippers with forever-evolving freight needs.
Supply chain technology provider Trimble Inc.’s transportation revenue was $150 million in the fourth quarter and $604.2 million in 2022.
Amid recession fears, industry experts reveal freight’s most untapped differentiator— next-generation weather technology.
Less-than-truckload booking platform MyCarrier is automating insurance coverage for the 10,000 shipments it is booking daily.
In the inaugural Moving World Report, UP.Partners dives deep into what drives today’s mobility industry — and examines what’s holding it back.
A cross-section of Industry experts offer thoughts on how transportation management systems will integrate with autonomous trucks.
GoFreight, a startup freight shipping platform for small and midsized freight forwarders, recently raised $23 million in a Series A round.
If history is a guide, advanced technologies in Daimler Truck North America’s SuperTruck II prototype could end up in production.
The Wall Street Journal reported a federal watchdog group urged an espionage probe into TuSimple leaders, but the company denied the report.
Startup electric last-mile van developer Arrival cut 50% of its workforce as it tries to reduce cash burn and make it to production.
Ameriflight, an air cargo contractor for big express companies, is considering a large purchase of uniquely designed, semi-autonomous freighters from Natilus.
Deliberate perfectly describes Paccar’s approach to trucking electrification. The company offers nine commercial electric trucks but skips the hype.
Companies in need of supply chain visibility can now leverage FourKites data through their existing internal platforms.
“It’s not a one-size-fits-all scenario. We can sit down with any merchant of any size, with any kind of commodity and really understand their needs and how both the technology and our carrier network can get that customer delivery experience they are looking for,” said Brad Noble, Passport’s new head of business development.
FreightTech startup Freightos is raising money through a public offering rather than seeking venture capital.
By the end of the week, Convoy carriers will be able to receive instant bid feedback on 98% of company-sourced loads.
“We are proud to be part of this first-in-history interoperability launch between eBOL platforms,” said CargoX founder and CEO Stefan Kukman.
The first freight sentiment indexes in 2023 show eroded near-term freight market expectations but signs of a more balanced landscape on the way.
James Reed is the new COO at autonomous truck startup Kodiak Robotics, possessing tech credentials unrivaled among trucking executives.
As valuations of SPAC-backed startups plummet, one autonomous trucking developer that avoided the FOMO and stayed private is thriving.
“Terminal49’s automation has saved us thousands of dollars a year, but more importantly it’s helped improve customer trust,” said Trade XCelerators’ Spencer Strader.
Colorado startup Outrider, which transforms distribution yards into automated operations, has raised $73 million in a Series C round.
Truck-as-a-service startup Forum Mobility enters a $400 million joint venture to establish electric drayage truck charging sites.
It is pretty much acknowledged across the trucking industry that a consolidation of players in autonomous trucking is coming.
Autonomous trucking language can be a little off-putting to the uninitiated. One exception may be the term “feature complete.”
Flexport is hiring top tech talent to scale up its digital logistics platform.
Microsoft Corp. is reportedly near an investment in Gatik, the middle-mile autonomous trucking startup.
Bestpass and Drivewyze have come together in a collaboration aimed at an expansion of using tolling data to aid drivers.
Supply chain visibility leaders provide insight on their decisions in 2022 and what’s in store for the FreightTech segment in 2023.
Ryder rolls out warehouse automation that fits your profile.
Isometric Technologies offers the supply chain’s first logistics performance intelligence platform that ensures the reliability of third-party performance data.
