Groendyke Transport's 'inflexible leave policy' application violated disability discrimination laws, EEOC says

The lawsuit is just the latest example of the fight between carriers and the labor they hire as drivers seek better treatment and benefits. 

By Lisa Burden , Matt Leonard • Aug. 8, 2019

Kodiak is hauling freight with self-driving trucks in Texas

The tech startup currently has eight autonomous trucks and is hauling intrastate cargo with plans to grow as a carrier by adding more.

By Matt Leonard • Aug. 8, 2019

Schneider shuts down First to Final Mile delivery due to 'poor operating performance'

The service, which focuses on deliveries of home goods and bulky items, resulted in $13 million losses in the first and second quarters of the year. 

By Matt Leonard • Aug. 5, 2019

High waters hit river logistics, hold back ag shippers

Snowmelt, persistent rain throughout the spring and a few strong summer storms caused a backlog of hundreds of barges, making for congested waterways once levels normalized. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 5, 2019

Trucking demand continues to show weakness in July

Lower demand and spot rates have created a market favorable for shippers, but there are differing opinions on whether to use the term "freight recession."

By Matt Leonard • Aug. 5, 2019

Analysis: One-third of Class 8 truck miles are driven empty

While industry estimates are typically around 20% for empty miles, an analysis from Convoy finds the figure is closer to 33%.

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 1, 2019

Why BNSF is bucking the PSR trend and adding logistics centers

As other Class I railroads shed lines and close yards, BNSF is adding logistics centers to serve customers, with the most recent addition outside of Denver.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Aug. 1, 2019

Ports of Virginia, Savannah see record volumes

Stockpiling due to tariffs and port infrastructure investments drove high import volumes at the two ports. 

By Matt Leonard • Aug. 1, 2019

Carriers ask Panama Canal to push back start date for new toll structure

The Panama Canal has proposed a new rate structure that would take effect the same day as the new IMO regulations. Carriers say they need more time to prepare.

By Matt Leonard • July 31, 2019

DB Schenker adds instant online quotes for ocean, air freight

So far, the race to digitize freight processes from quotes to tracking has involved relatively few forwarders.

By Matt Leonard • July 30, 2019

West Coast ports blame tariffs for June import decline

The ports of Long Beach and Oakland and the Northwest Seaport Alliance saw declines large enough to offset modest increases at the Port of Los Angeles.

By Matt Leonard • July 29, 2019

PierPass traffic fee at Ports of LA, Long Beach to rise 1.9% in August

Traffic Mitigation Fees at the ports will increase by roughly $1 to $32.12 per TEU or $64.24 per 40-foot container.

By Morgan Forde • July 28, 2019

Rail service is at an all-time low, shippers tell House committee

The testimony supported the view that under the priorities inherent in precision-scheduled railroading, railroads are more focused on investors and regulators than customers. 

By Emma Cosgrove • July 26, 2019

Trucking groups lobby against excise tax on new trucks

The groups say the fee, which funds the Highway Trust Fund, could add thousands of dollars to the cost of a new heavy-duty truck or trailer, while getting rid of it would allow them to afford cleaner, safer trucks.

By Matt Leonard • July 26, 2019

FMCSA proposes dropping home-state requirement for CDLs

If approved, the rule could reduce the time and travel barriers applicants can encounter when applying for a license, thereby getting more truck drivers on the road and addressing personnel shortages.

By Morgan Forde • July 25, 2019

Norfolk Southern expects 2019 intermodal volume to exceed 2018

Executives took a more optimistic view than other Class I railroads and downplayed tempered forecasts for rail growth. 

By Emma Cosgrove • July 25, 2019

E-commerce, larger ships increase real estate demand near ports

The expansion of the Panama Canal and the larger ships that followed have increased volume at East Coast ports by almost 47%, according to a new report, leading to port investments to handle added capacity. 

By Matt Leonard • July 25, 2019

DOL opinion clarifies 'sleeper berths' guidance for truck drivers

The letter reverses earlier guidance that said employers could only exclude eight hours of a worker's sleep time from pay in trips of 24 hours or longer. 

By Morgan Fecto • July 23, 2019

How to conduct a freight sustainability analysis

Taking a step-by-step approach to finding the biggest sources of emissions in freight transportation can benefit the business and the bottom line.

By Barry Hochfelder • July 23, 2019

Kansas City Southern reaps PSR benefits with revenue up despite flat volume

The railroad's second-quarter results offer further proof that precision-scheduled railroading principles are, so far, protecting profits from slowing volume. 

By Emma Cosgrove • July 22, 2019

Union Pacific expects a normal peak season despite slow first half

UP's revenue decline was in line with CSX's reporting earlier this week. Analysts are still attempting to sniff out the source of "softness" in rail demand.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 19, 2019

Freight-on-demand apps challenge traditional brokers — but can they solve trucking capacity?

Startups say capacity issues lie in a lack of innovation, while traditional brokers argue digital freight apps simply match to the same pool of drivers.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • July 18, 2019

Owner-operators average higher income than company truck drivers

The autonomy to choose routes and loads often results in higher pay but also comes with the risks of business investment, according to new analysis from digital freight broker Convoy.

By Matt Leonard • July 17, 2019

Does your transportation provider prioritize safety?

The transportation provider you trust with your freight should support your safety efforts.

July 17, 2019

CSX lowers revenue projections due to 'puzzling' economy

The railroad originally projected revenue to be up 1-2% for the year but has now adjusted those predictions, expecting revenues to be down 1-2%.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 17, 2019