Project44 raises $80M to improve scope 3 visibility

The tech company pointed to an increased interest from shippers and carriers as new regulations push for lower emissions.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 11, 2022

Deadline to avoid rail strike or lockout extended to December

The country’s third-largest rail union agreed to a longer “cooling off” period in an attempt to avoid congressional intervention and service disruptions.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 9, 2022

Major railroads mandated to keep reporting service restoration progress

Regulators will continue to monitor BNSF, CSX, Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific after noting they are unlikely to reach their improvement targets before the end of the current reporting period. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 9, 2022

What should ocean shippers expect this peak season? Experts weigh in.

Four maritime shipping observers share their thoughts on what’s changing in the logistics environment as demand and inventory trends shift.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 9, 2022

Air cargo volumes, rates continue to plummet ahead of holidays

There is no indication there will be a peak season for air freight, a Xeneta executive said.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 8, 2022

FedEx Freight tests dimensional LTL pricing

The pilot program takes into account the space a shipment requires in a truck, as well as the weight and shipping speed needed.

By Colin Campbell • Nov. 7, 2022

3 Port of Oakland terminals reopen following union walkout

The action by ILWU Local 34, which led to daytime closures, was independent of broader union efforts.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 3, 2022

Maersk expands air cargo services with 2 weekly US-Korea flights

The flights come as the carrier looks to scale its air cargo operations with new hubs and aircraft.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 2, 2022

Rail labor negotiations: Tracking the path to ratification

A strike or lockout was avoided after Congress intervened to impose an agreement. Here’s how we got there.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Dec. 2, 2022

Port Houston will move forward with a container dwell fee in December

In addition to a $45 per day fee for aging containers, the port is also considering an excessive dwell fee to help reduce congestion.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 31, 2022

Driver shortage eases slightly in 2022 but relief likely temporary, ATA reports

The industry is short about 78,000 drivers, an improvement from last year’s 80,000-person gap estimate, the group’s chief economist said.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 31, 2022

Shippers urge Biden to prevent potential rail shutdown

Over 300 trade associations signed a letter asking the president to prevent a strike or lockout.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 28, 2022

A second rail union rejects labor deal over paid sick leave

The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen and their employers agreed to avoid service disruptions until December as part of a "status quo" period.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 27, 2022

Railroads reject union’s sick leave demands, fueling strike concerns

Shippers are warily eyeing the negotiations process in case of an economically damaging rail shutdown.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 25, 2022

Amazon Air to add 10 freighters operated by Hawaiian Airlines

The aircraft will be the largest in the online retail giant’s fleet, allowing it to deliver more packages per flight, an executive said.

By Max Garland • Oct. 24, 2022

Port of LA cargo volumes drop as ongoing labor talks deter some shippers

The port handled 21.5% fewer containers last month compared to September 2021, and the ship backlog has receded.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 20, 2022

California to fund $1.2B in port improvement projects

Most of the money will pay for upgrades at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 19, 2022

Hurricane Ian damage largely spares supply chains

Although some businesses will see delays, the disruption isn't expected to compare to the Texas deep freeze last February.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 18, 2022

Railroads should give workers the benefits they seek

It's time to get freight rail back on track with a stable workforce and improved service, writes the National Association of Chemical Distributors.

By Eric R. Byer • Oct. 17, 2022

CMA CGM offers shippers sustainability incentives to speed container flow

The program provides 2.5 tons of carbon credits for each box returned early as major ports threaten fees on long-dwelling cargo.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 13, 2022

Air cargo spot rates keep falling with no sign of a peak season turnaround

As flight capacity continues to be reintroduced, shippers who didn’t bring in cargo early “are likely to find themselves in a stronger buying position,” said an industry expert.

By Max Garland • Oct. 12, 2022

How the trucking industry is helping feed a million Floridians after Hurricane Ian

Operation BBQ Relief drew volunteer drivers from across the country to deliver much-needed food supplies in the storm’s aftermath.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 12, 2022

FMC proposal requires ocean carriers to give shippers more details on demurrage charges

The rule comes after the agency investigated practices into the fees, which are accrued when shippers don’t move cargo fast enough.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2022

Railroads back to bargaining table after large union rejects labor agreement

The National Railway Labor Conference, which is representing railroads in negotiations, said that "failed ratification does not present risk of an immediate service disruption.”

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 11, 2022

You can make sustainable maritime shipping choices

Companies make sustainable shipping choices that protect blue whales, blue skies.

Oct. 10, 2022