Why natural gas is the future fuel of choice for UPS

The company began its transition to natural gas in 2013 and now sees it as a way to improve its carbon footprint while saving costs.

By Matt Leonard • May 23, 2019

UPS to make largest purchase of renewable natural gas in US history

The 170-million-gallon purchase is the next step in UPS' investment in an RNG pipeline and reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

By Matt Leonard • May 22, 2019

Cargo thefts expected to spike Memorial Day weekend

The uptick in theft is due in part to the increased number of shipments left inadequately secured or unattended for longer periods of time over the holiday.

By Morgan Forde • May 22, 2019

Teamsters oppose proposed FMCSA pilot to lower driver age to 18

Public comments on the program indicate opposition to putting younger drivers behind the wheel of semi trucks for interstate commerce. 

By Matt Leonard • May 22, 2019

Logistics companies call for 'basic infrastructure' investments

Sound infrastructure will be necessary to handle the large volume of trucks on the roads — driverless or not.

By Morgan Forde • May 17, 2019

Maersk doubles down on logistics with integration of Inland Services

The restructuring of the APM Terminals division offers Maersk greater connections between sea and land, beyond the port of call.

By Shefali Kapadia • May 16, 2019

FMCSA seeks comment on proposed driver age pilot

Proponents of the change say it would get more drivers on the road at a time when the industry struggles to fill roles.

By Matt Leonard • May 15, 2019

CMA CGM, others join Digital Container Shipping Association bringing carrier count to 9

To be effective, the effort to create digital standards for the ocean shipping industry requires buy-in from as many carriers as possible.

By Emma Cosgrove • May 15, 2019

CN acquires intermodal division of Alberta-based trucking firm

The deal represents a change in strategy for the railroad and a move toward a seamless, vertically-integrated service offering for shippers.

By Emma Cosgrove • May 14, 2019

Air cargo shows slight growth for 1st time in 4 months

Global indicators paint a bleak picture for air cargo demand, and the International Air Transport Association said "growth is likely to remain subdued" in the near future.

By Matt Leonard • May 13, 2019

Hapag-Lloyd paints calm picture even as IMO 2020 looms

The carrier is passing much of the extra cost related to low-sulfur regulation preparations on to shippers.

By Emma Cosgrove • May 10, 2019

Imports to reach 'unusually high levels,' anticipating 4th round of tariffs

Although no official notice or date has been set for another round of tariffs, the National Retail Federation said retailers will attempt to move up merchandise shipments. 

By Matt Leonard • May 10, 2019

Kansas City Southern tweaks KPIs to focus on shippers

The changes in metrics represent small revisions that frame the elements of speed and dwell from the customer's point of view. 

By Emma Cosgrove • May 8, 2019

Crocs shifts distribution center from Los Angeles to Ohio as demand spikes

The move will help to reduce freight costs and increase capacity as sales of its "classic icon" clogs are growing. 

By Matt Leonard • May 7, 2019

Warren Buffett 'not above copying' other railroads on PSR

This openness to precision-scheduled railroading is a change in attitude for BNSF, which has, up to this point, seemed happy to watch the machinations of other railroads on the PSR path. 

By Emma Cosgrove • May 7, 2019

JB Hunt announces new drop-and-hook service with 500 trailers

Drop-and-hook shipments tend to create more efficient supply chains, as carriers don't have to wait hours for a trailer to be loaded.

By Matt Leonard • May 7, 2019

Adidas ups air freight to make up for supply chain shortages

CEO Kasper Rorsted warned air freight costs for the next two quarters will be "substantial," and the impact on gross margin from the increased freight spending should be evident by the end of the year. 

By Emma Cosgrove • May 7, 2019

Trade uncertainty hits Southern California ports

Meanwhile, infrastructure investments boosted East Coast ports, with many seeing record March volumes. 

By Matt Leonard • May 6, 2019

HOS changes to be published, open for comment next month

It's not clear what the proposed changes will look like, but they will be open for public comment until late July, according to a regulatory update from the Department of Transportation.

By Matt Leonard • May 6, 2019

CMA CGM integrates instant quotes, booking into online portal

The My Prices tool centralizes the quote and booking process — part of a wave of digitization sweeping across the largest ocean carriers. 

By Matt Leonard • May 3, 2019

XPO CEO touts success of digital brokerage service, despite Amazon's entrance

Brad Jacobs said XPO Connect is "winning" with a retention rate of 80% and sidestepped questions on the impact of Amazon's freight brokerage platform.

By Emma Cosgrove • May 2, 2019

Canadian National's future acquisitions will 'feed the beast'

The railroad's March acquisition of trucking company TransX took its toll on some key indicators, but CEO JJ Ruest is confident the move will pay off in the long run. 

By Emma Cosgrove • May 1, 2019

SAP integrates Uber Freight into logistics platform

This marks Uber Freight's first integration with a third-party software provider, offering validation of the digital broker's technology, network and value from a ubiquitous supply chain software provider.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 30, 2019

Port of Los Angeles calls for Cyber Resilience Center

The center would help to improve information sharing between supply chain partners including the port, terminal operators and freight companies.

By Matt Leonard • April 29, 2019

Amazon launches digital freight brokerage site

The site quotes freight at roughly 30% below market rate, according to FreightWaves, presenting massive potential for disruption in an already diversifying space. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 29, 2019