Maersk, CMA CGM blank sailings as coronavirus spreads

The coronavirus has prolonged a Lunar New Year production shutdown in China, exacerbating the usual seasonal slump on trade lanes out of Asia. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 3, 2020

Operations, trade flows halt as coronavirus spreads

Transportation in and out of Wuhan and Hubei Province is shut down, and all terminals at The Port of Wuhan have ceased operations due to a regional quarantine​.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 31, 2020

'Extreme, unprecedented' trucking market changes hit CH Robinson

C.H. Robinson forecasted in October the market would remain favorable to shippers through the first half of 2020, and so far, the data shows the 3PL's prediction to be true.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 30, 2020

Union Pacific releases new APIs to increase visibility for shippers

The railroad says the connections can also be used for intermodal planning, shipping actions, managing a rail network, validating pre-gate reservations and other functions.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 30, 2020

Norfolk Southern: PSR made our service better

CMO Alan Shaw said he expects growth in intermodal revenue and volume this year while forecasting flat total revenue for 2020.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 30, 2020

Transplace forecasts increase in LTL contract rates

Now that Class 8 orders are slowing, trucking supply and demand could approach equilibrium and result in rate changes for shippers. 

By Morgan Forde • Jan. 29, 2020

Union Pacific to reopen almost 60 lanes, reversing course of last year

The railroad's move to reopen closed lanes indicates it sees a possible benefit in offering more service options.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 29, 2020

Container line group sets track and trace standards

Adoption of common standards is critical to ensure information sharing, especially across large operations that use differing technologies and data exchange methods.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 29, 2020

AI is reshaping transportation. Railroads can get on board or miss out

Can freight rail deploy technologies that boost safety performance and productivity while growing market share? Ian Jefferies, president and CEO of the Association of American Railroads, grapples with the question.

By Ian Jefferies • Jan. 28, 2020

How to factor IMO 2020 into upcoming ocean freight contract negotiations

The volatility of the low-sulfur fuel market demands shippers pay close attention and question their carriers.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 27, 2020

CH Robinson launches supply chain innovation lab

Solutions will aim to reduce lead times and empty miles and increase freight visibility for shippers, while integrating into their own ERP systems.

By Morgan Forde • Jan. 24, 2020

Waymo expands autonomous truck tests to Texas, New Mexico

In comments filed last year with the federal government, Waymo said it has "increasingly turned our attention to moving goods.​" 

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 24, 2020

Union Pacific predicts more headcount cuts and yard consolidation in 2020

Hump yards, train lengths and personnel are still in the crosshairs as the railroad chases its long-term goal of a 55% operating ratio, executives said.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 24, 2020

Demand signals show signs of life, but trucking industry still struggling

Multiple experts suggest more capacity will need to leave the market before rates move to favor carriers rather than shippers, but there were some positive signals for carriers to round out 2019.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 23, 2020

How to leverage digitization and reduce freight volatility

The end goal should not be just surviving a potential market downturn — it should envision a broader path toward long-term growth and resilience.

By Ahmad El-Dardiry • Jan. 23, 2020

Nolan Transportation expands cold chain offerings with Eagle Transportation acquisition

Eagle Transportation's network expands Nolan's capacity and geographic reach in a growing cold chain market. 

By Morgan Forde • Jan. 22, 2020

Fastenal's fleet drags on margins, but still a competitive advantage CEO says

The company's ability to offset its transportation cost with freight sales is, like any carrier, subject to the whims of the market.

By Matt Leonard • Jan. 21, 2020

Railroad M&A less likely in age of PSR: Canadian National CEO

Operational improvements have changed the motivations for mergers in the industry and diminished the immediate benefits, the CEO said. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 21, 2020

CSX delivers record service, but taking traffic from trucks is a long game

Railroads see efficient, reliable intermodal service as the key to converting freight from highway to rail.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 17, 2020

California AG files brief to overturn AB5 injunction

U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez​ said California "encroached on Congress’ territory" by removing motor carriers' choice to use owner-operators. The injunction remains in place until the court reaches a final verdict in the case. 

By Matt Leonard • Updated March 16, 2020

Union Pacific CEO: PSR is dead. Long live PSR.

After difficult conversations during the PSR transition, 2020 should bring smoother sailing for shippers, CEO Lance Fritz told the Midwest Association of Rail Shippers. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 16, 2020

Panama Canal adds fees, changes booking as it fights drought

The canal plans to increase investment in projects that address the sustainability of its water supply after rainfall last year fell 20% below average. 

By Matt Leonard • Updated Feb. 19, 2020

Sustainable ocean freight gains momentum as Kuehne + Nagel, 7 others forgo Arctic shipping

Eight companies pledged not to use the Northern Sea Route, a pathway through the Arctic which cuts transit times but carries environmental consequences. 

By Morgan Forde • Jan. 14, 2020

What are the top supply chain trends of 2020? 4 experts weigh in

2019 trends including automation, speedy operations and changing global supply chains will likely carry over and intensify this year.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 13, 2020

TradeLens blockchain platform awaits antitrust clearance by FMC

The agreement allows sharing of data related to the physical movement of goods, but prohibits discussion of rates or terms between carriers and customers.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 10, 2020