APM Mobile to invest $60M in rail infrastructure to serve inland markets

The terminal operator will double its container capacity as more shippers opt for Gulf and East Coast ports.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 13, 2023

US Foods finds operational efficiencies with flexible workweek pilot

The food distributor’s emphasis on workforce retention is part of a long-term strategy to reduce costs and grow revenue.

By Larry Avila • March 13, 2023

Air cargo capacity surpasses pre-pandemic levels

Industry players expect the challenging market landscape to continue due to additional summer capacity and subdued demand.

By Kelly Stroh • March 8, 2023

DB Schenker inks deal with MSC to offer net-zero emission ocean shipments

As part of the agreement, shippers can pay a surcharge to use sustainable fuels.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 7, 2023

Port leaders are concerned as new OSRA regulations approach

Some stakeholders fear rules on detention and demurrage could slow the flow of goods.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 6, 2023

Ameriflight grows expedited supply chain services with cargo drones

The carrier signed an agreement with Sabrewing for 35 eVOTLs as supply chain stakeholders build out their last-mile and express logistics networks.

By Kelly Stroh • March 1, 2023

MSC CEO says future deals with Maersk are possible despite 2M’s end

While alliance-type collaborations and some swaps are possible, MSC CEO Søren Toft said there were advantages to operating independently.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 28, 2023

Despite big gains in New York, Los Angeles remained top port in 2022

A two-million TEU gain since the pandemic helped the New York port rise to the No. 2 spot in annual rankings, and even capture the top spot for a few months last year.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 27, 2023

FedEx Express to lean on third-party carriers for less urgent shipments

The growth in deferred packages has given the delivery giant incentive to overhaul its network in a bid for long-term savings.

By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2023

Kuehne + Nagel looks to grow share of Southeast US air cargo market

The carrier secured an agreement with a regional Alabama airport as shippers and forwarders continue to avoid larger cargo hubs.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 24, 2023

Negotiators say longshore contract talks continue, hopeful of deal soon

A Thursday news release marks the first public update on the talks since an intra-union dispute in Seattle complicated negotiations.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 23, 2023

9 ocean carriers commit to 100% electronic bill of lading by 2030

The transition to eBLs is expected to save stakeholders billions of dollars.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 23, 2023

LA Port director expects ‘real progress’ in West Coast labor talks this spring

As capacity loosens at other ports, it’s possible even more shippers will take the opportunity to shift cargo to the East and Gulf Coasts.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 21, 2023

Under Armour’s inventory up 50% as supply chain loosens

After the "lean" quarters of 2021, Under Armour's inventory is starting to normalize — though the brand has had to discount heavily to keep it moving. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 21, 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

US Foods rolls out first wave of EV trucks

The food distributor plans to deploy 30 electric trucks at its La Mirada, California, distribution center by the end of 2023.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 17, 2023

Columbia Sportswear’s Q4 performance hampered by delivery delays

To avoid late deliveries, the retailer is making adjustments in people, processes and systems.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 16, 2023

How the end of Maersk and MSC’s 2M alliance will shake up ocean shipping

Experts say that the split could prompt capacity shifts and lower rates as competition for customers heats up.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 16, 2023

Port of Oakland sets its sights on reclaiming market share

“We anticipate fully that cargo volumes will increase by mid-year as we normalize,” Executive Director Danny Wan predicted.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 15, 2023

Amazon pulls back on cargo operations with contractor ATSG

Fellow contractor Sun Country also reported reduced earnings and block hours from the e-commerce giant’s cargo operations.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 13, 2023

Spirit Aerosystems plagued by parts shortages, supply chain instability

Labor shortages and increased costs caused production to stall across many of the Boeing supplier’s programs.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 13, 2023

Port of Savannah expands cold storage capacity

The Georgia port is adding more refrigerated container racks as it expects growth in chilled imports, a spokesperson said.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 9, 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

MightyFly unveils second-generation drone for express logistics

Over the next year, MightyFly intends to secure business partnerships for proof-of-concept delivery services.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 9, 2023

How the FMC plans to enforce the Ocean Shipping Reform Act in 2023

Regulators are working their way through more than 200 shipper complaints, even as ocean congestion eases.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 7, 2023