2 terminals at Port of Long Beach close truck gates

As one gate closure extends until Tuesday, and another pops up in Los Angeles, industry observers warned the sudden closures could lead to congestion and other fallout.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Updated June 5, 2023

Labor disruptions throughout West Coast ports sow uncertainty

Five ports in California and Washington experienced issues Friday as terminal jobs went unfilled. Stakeholders warn ripple effects could be felt in the coming days.

By Edwin Lopez • June 3, 2023

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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

Geodis buys Southern Companies, bolstering drayage services

The transport and logistics company says the addition gives it access to seven ports in the southern U.S.

By Larry Avila • June 1, 2023

How a DHL center in Seattle moves 4,000 packages daily

A team of 78 at the facility ensures electronics, fashion merchandise and more get delivered in the Emerald City.

By Kelly Stroh • May 30, 2023

US Foods to purchase Renzi Foodservice

The acquisition will enable the food distributor to expand its service area into central upstate New York.

By Larry Avila • May 25, 2023

ContainerPort Group moves to 8-acre terminal in South Carolina

The North Charleston site will help the drayage and logistics provider grow its dedicated services business, which launched last fall.

By Colin Campbell • May 23, 2023

Sysco touts improved retention rate as it keeps eyes on growth

The food distributor's Q3 sales were up nearly 12% YoY amid a targeted push to keep employees.

By Larry Avila • May 22, 2023

Costco, Walmart join Biden administration’s supply chain data exchange

Fifty-three companies representing the end-to-end supply chain are now part of the Department of Transportation’s Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 11, 2023

Walmart, Cummins partner on trucks powered by compressed natural gas

The retailer says incorporating alternative fuel vehicles and EVs is a step toward its goal of reaching zero emissions by 2040.

By Larry Avila • May 3, 2023

Bed Bath and Beyond bankruptcy hits Ryder profits

The logistics company provided distribution management services for the bankrupt retailer.

By David Taube • May 2, 2023

FedEx Freight to close 29 locations, furlough more workers

The less-than-truckload unit has been cutting costs and streamlining its network as demand continues to decline.

By Max Garland • May 1, 2023

RoadOne acquires Ace Transport Miami

The Florida expansion boosts the logistics provider’s offerings between the U.S. and Latin America for customers.

By Larry Avila • May 1, 2023

CPKC secures Knight-Swift intermodal deal

The TL and LTL carrier will link with the newly formed railroad for cross-border operations between Mexico and the U.S.

By David Taube • April 26, 2023

CPKC inks intermodal deal with Schneider

The trucking company will provide service along the railroad's north-south corridor, which connects the U.S. and Mexico.

By Larry Avila • April 21, 2023

NFI acquisition expands warehouse, distribution space

The deal will expand the company’s footprint in Canada and its reach into the retail sector.

By Larry Avila • April 19, 2023

Frito-Lay makes first third-party EV delivery

Schneider's Freightliner eCascadias will begin handling drayage hauls for the snack giant in Southern California.

By Colin Campbell • April 17, 2023

How Quality Dairy built an in-house delivery program

The Michigan convenience store chain uses its own drivers instead of third-party workers.

By Jessica Loder • April 11, 2023

How an in-house fleet supports Love’s growing national footprint

The private fleet arm of the travel center operator expects to hire over 300 drivers this year.

By Larry Avila • April 10, 2023

Gatik rolls out AV deliveries for Kroger in Dallas

Automated refrigerated truck operations are expected to launch in Q2, and will run seven days a week.

By David Taube • March 20, 2023

US Postal Service spends more on ground transport as it shifts away from air cargo

Relying more on trucks than airplanes is one component in Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's wide-ranging plan to improve the agency's financial health.

By Max Garland • March 16, 2023

Ryder’s supply chain business outshines other segments

Acquisitions over the past year strengthened operating revenue.

By David Taube • Feb. 22, 2023

Convoy to cut jobs, close Atlanta office

The layoffs come as the digital load board provider adjusts its customer service model and pushes profitability.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 17, 2023

Port of Long Beach supports push for single appointments system

Trucking groups have called for an easier way to access terminals after missed appointments contributed to port congestion at the height of the pandemic.

By Colin Campbell • Feb. 9, 2023

Truck parts shortages set to ease in 2023

Supply chain disruptions are becoming less severe, although industry players still report lingering constraints.

By David Taube • Jan. 26, 2023

JB Hunt forecasts intermodal rebound in 2023

Intermodal President Darren Field told investors that “appropriately cautious” shippers want the carrier and its rail partner BNSF to prove they can achieve their service and velocity goals.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 23, 2023