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Trucking carriers haul more retail freight as industrial demand lags
Less-than-truckload companies Old Dominion Freight Line, Saia and TForce Freight are all eager for a rebound in manufacturing demand.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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The trucking freight cycle has reached its low point, analysts say
Carriers have weathered nearly two years of negative year-over-year contract rates in a prolonged down cycle.
By David Taube • Aug. 5, 2024 -
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FMC finalizes rule on ‘unreasonable’ ocean carrier cargo space refusals
The agency shared its guidance on what it sees as a violation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act when it comes to vessel space accommodation.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 30, 2024 -
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Ocean shippers need contingency plans now, experts say
Diversifying port usage and improving visibility are among the tactics supply chains should deploy.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 29, 2024 -
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HMM, ONE to launch Asia-Mexico ocean shipping connection
The port rotation will start in China and make a stop in South Korea before heading to Latin America.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 24, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains
Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.
By Larry Avila • July 24, 2024 -
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Port of Long Beach nets giant spike in June cargo volumes
The 842,446 TEUs the port processed last month surpassed the previous June record set in 2022.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 22, 2024 -
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XPO launches Mexico+ cross-border shipping service
The carrier's Yellow Corp. terminal acquisitions have allowed it to expand to seven border crossing points for faster delivery times.
By Colin Campbell • July 22, 2024 -
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ILA-USMX port labor talksUSMX says there is ‘forward movement’ to resolving ILA issues
Talks had stalled in June after a local dispute arose over the use of automated gates.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 19, 2024 -
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Dollar General’s supply chain shift shows promise
The retailer is focusing on scaling back some items and restocking stores faster, executives said during an earnings call.
By Larry Avila • July 18, 2024 -
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Port of Los Angeles to upgrade Port Optimizer after California grant
The nearly $8 million in funds will be used to improve container visibility, truck appointment integrations, emissions reporting and more.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 18, 2024 -
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Dimerco launches peak season charter capacity
The new Shanghai-to-Chicago service responds to expected freight constraints on air and ocean lanes.
By Kelly Stroh • July 17, 2024 -
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DOT rolls out $5B in bridge infrastructure grants
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is funding 13 economically significant projects to address traffic and freight bottlenecks.
By Colin Campbell • July 17, 2024 -
Retrieved from Port of Long Beach on July 15, 2024
Port of Long Beach awarded nearly $8M to improve visibility platform
The Supply Chain Information Highway’s next phase of development will include additional rail cargo and export visibility, among other features.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 16, 2024 -
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Walmart Canada debuts hydrogen truck
The Nikola tractor contributes to the retailer’s goal of a 100% alternatively powered fleet by 2028.
By Larry Avila • July 15, 2024 -
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Ports of Indiana to build sea container terminal
The terminal is slated to begin operations as early as 2026, serving industries such as manufacturing, agriculture and consumer goods.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 15, 2024 -
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UPS promotes longtime exec to CFO
Brian Dykes faces the tough challenge of boosting shipping volumes without subsequently increasing costs.
By Grace Noto • July 12, 2024 -
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FMC halts Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd agreement
The Gemini Cooperation was set to go into effect on July 15, but the agency determined the agreement lacks details on its potential competitive impacts.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 12, 2024 -
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True Value says FLOW provides a ‘forward-looking lens’
Data from the Freight Logistics Optimization Works platform can provide visibility in cargo shifts at some ports, said the hardware retailer’s Jennifer McNeill.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 12, 2024 -
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Supply chain data-sharing leader promoted in federal multimodal office
Andrew Petrisin, creator of the DOT's Freight Logistics Optimization Works program, has been named deputy assistant secretary.
By Colin Campbell • July 11, 2024 -
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How Hurricane Beryl is impacting logistics operations in Houston
Although most cargo services have resumed, carriers are now working through the ensuing backlog.
By Kelly Stroh , Alejandra Carranza , Larry Avila , David Taube • July 10, 2024 -
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South Carolina ports, ILA to reopen idle terminal
The terminal, which has been closed since January 2023, will significantly expand handling capacity at the growing port.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 9, 2024 -
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Canadian border agents ratify labor deal
The new agreement for the more than 9,000 represented employees runs through June 2026.
By Larry Avila • July 8, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWhat’s behind the unsettling rise in ocean rates?
A blend of congestion and blank sailings stemming from the Red Sea crisis has created an unpredictable environment for shippers.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 2, 2024 -
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Canada rail workers keep window open for strike
The Teamsters union division voted to re-authorize labor action as it awaits a government ruling that would permit it.
By Larry Avila • July 1, 2024
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