Freight

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    Spot trucking rates climb, offering hope to carriers

    Shippers are still benefiting from a discount in the spot market of 8.7% below contract rates, DAT Group Product Manager Chad Kennedy said.

    By • Nov. 26, 2024
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    Old Dominion to raise rates next month

    A 4.9% general rate increase is effective Dec. 2, the carrier announced.

    By • Nov. 25, 2024
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    Peak season management

    Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Target takes a Q3 beating from supply chain disruptions

    The retailer faced higher costs due to the strike at East and Gulf Coast ports and damaging storms in the Southeast.

    By • Nov. 22, 2024
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    Ports prioritize cargo handling equipment with EPA funding

    The federal agency will dole out $3 billion to support emissions reduction goals at 55 ports.

    By • Nov. 20, 2024
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    How shippers can navigate West Coast rail congestion

    Spiking port volumes have increased dwell times, causing some companies to consider alternative transport options.

    By • Nov. 15, 2024
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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    ILA-USMX’s automation divide halts negotiations again

    The parties have been unable to come to an agreement on automation used at the ports as a Jan. 15 deadline approaches.

    By • Nov. 14, 2024
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    Retail freight still outpacing industrial for LTL carriers

    A continued slump in manufacturing demand is shifting the traditional customer mix for companies like Old Dominion, Saia and XPO.

    By • Nov. 13, 2024
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    ONE adds Jaxport to Asia-East Coast service

    The weekly route will connect Jacksonville, Florida, with five ports in Asia, shipping retail products, electronics, food and beverages.

    By • Nov. 11, 2024
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    Canada’s western ports are on lockdown: What to know

    Experts said shipments can be easily diverted to U.S. West Coast ports in the short term, but a lengthier stoppage could be costly.

    By • Updated Nov. 11, 2024
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    CSX debuts double-stack rail service at the Port of Baltimore

    The rail operator opened a northern route while it expects to complete the long-awaited expansion of a 1.7-mile tunnel by the end of next year.

    By • Nov. 7, 2024
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    Freight shipments drop 21% in soft trucking market: US Bank

    Q3 performance signals continued challenges regarding volume and shipper spending, according to the bank.

    By • Nov. 7, 2024
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    CSX expects Hurricane Helene recovery to last into 2025

    The railroad is rebuilding miles of track damaged by the tropical storm, with efforts focused on its Blue Ridge subdivision.

    By • Nov. 7, 2024
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    Air cargo demand remains on course for double-digit growth in 2024

    October volumes were up 11% year over year despite disruptions like the dockworker strike at U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By • Nov. 6, 2024
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    Knight-Swift’s LTL expansion spurs shipper interest

    Customers did not view the company as a viable option for national less-than-truckload needs prior to its acquisition of Dependable Highway Express, according to CFO Andrew Hess.

    By • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Trucking rates, demand to stay lackluster for rest of year, analysts say

    Pricing is expected to remain relatively flat for LTL and truckload rates in Q4, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

    By • Oct. 29, 2024
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    Owners of ship that slammed into Key Bridge settle with DOJ for $102M

    The department will use the funds to pay agencies for responding to and cleaning up after the March 26 collapse.

    By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 28, 2024
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    Low-risk, high-reward: Why semi-autonomous vehicles are the right introduction to facility robotics

    Big Joe’s user-directed AMR pallet movers offer a smart, cost-effective entry into automation — enhancing productivity with no need for expensive upgrades. 

    Oct. 28, 2024
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    ILA, USMX to resume contract talks next month

    The parties may be waiting for the U.S. presidential election to pass before returning to the bargaining table, an expert said.

    By • Oct. 25, 2024
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    Saia raises rates to offset $1B in investments

    The price hike came after the LTL carrier opened 11 truck terminals in Q3, executives said.

    By • Oct. 25, 2024
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    Air freight demand largely unfazed by ILA port strike

    Shippers took early action to avoid strike-related backlogs. Experts urge similar strategies ahead of another potential stoppage in January.

    By • Oct. 25, 2024
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    Ocean spot rates tumble from pre-ILA strike surge

    While lower demand may be driving the decline, shippers still have potential carrier surcharges to factor in.

    By • Oct. 23, 2024
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    CPKC, CSX receive approval to create Mexico-Southeast U.S. link

    The railroads are creating the interchange to compete for intermodal service between the two countries.

    By • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Retail inventories in good shape for holidays: NRF CEO

    Matthew Shay said companies averted disruptions related to the East and Gulf Coast port strike by moving goods early.

    By • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Global disruptions, e-commerce drive September air cargo volumes

    Extreme weather and labor unrest are putting shippers and forwarders to the test, making October a 'whole new ballgame,' said Xeneta’s Niall van de Wouw.

    By • Oct. 16, 2024
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    Volkswagen opens port facility in Texas

    Up to 140,000 vehicles for Volkswagen and its brands like Audi and Porsche will be processed annually at Port Freeport to support central and western U.S. dealers.

    By • Oct. 15, 2024