Spot rates drop 30% between US West Coast and Asia

First quarter volumes slumped after the threat of tariffs led to record import volumes in late 2018 at West Coast North American ports.

By Matt Leonard • April 16, 2019

Uber Freight grows quickly ahead of company IPO

The fast-growing segment adds buoyancy to Uber's balance sheet, and the company believes its freight business has tapped into less than 0.1% of the potential market. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 14, 2019

Auto imports from Asia, Europe could fall 11% under proposed U.S. tariffs

U.S. auto tariffs could result in higher prices for consumers and less volume for ports, according to analysis by Drewry.

By Matt Leonard • April 11, 2019

Trucking volume increases in March, still lower than expected

The DAT Freight Index — an indicator of volume across van, refrigerated and flatbed freight — went up 4.3% in March compared to the previous month.

By Matt Leonard • April 11, 2019

Freight associations warn White House about border slowdown consequences

A letter from 18 associations warns restricting the flow of goods at the U.S.-Mexico border will "inflict significant harm to our nation’s economy and the millions of American jobs that depend on cross-border trade."

By Emma Cosgrove • April 8, 2019

Maersk completes spin-off of oil drilling business

This move is part of a 2016 plan to push the carrier into logistics and supply chain services and away from oil and gas, in search of healthier and more stable profit margins.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 8, 2019

Are the Port of LA and Long Beach drayage emissions goals realistic?

A new report surveyed 10 manufacturers to find out if their electric or fuel-cell powered trucks would be available in time for ports to meet ambitious emissions goals.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 5, 2019

Shifting ro-ro cargo to containers could provide post-Brexit relief

About 20% of the current import volume at the Port of Dover could be shifted from trailers to containers and handled by other ports if post-Brexit congestion clogs the ro-ro facility, a Drewry analysis found.  

By Matt Leonard • April 5, 2019

Truck wait times rise to 5 hours as CBP reassigns staff on US-Mexico border

Federal officials announced the Bridge of the Americas port of entry will close to cargo shipments on Saturdays, and President Trump may decide upon further closures this week.

By Edwin Lopez • April 4, 2019

Amazon Air expands fleet, with larger air cargo stake down the road

Amazon filed for 40% stake each in two air cargo firms that operate its 40-aircraft fleet, an indication the company is heading toward ownership of a larger slice of the air cargo pie. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 2, 2019

DOT sends HOS rule change to White House for review

Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao announced last week that updates to federal hours of service rules have been sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for review. 

By Matt Leonard • April 2, 2019

DSV to acquire Panalpina in $4.6B deal

The merger creates the fourth largest freight forwarding company by revenue and ends months of speculation about the future of Panalpina. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 1, 2019

Daimler Trucks acquires autonomous vehicle software maker Torc Robotics

The two companies seek to commercialize level 4 autonomous trucks, with Daimler's goal to put them on the roadways within the decade. 

By Matt Leonard • April 1, 2019

Trucking association calls on carriers to pay drivers for dwell time

Drivers who make a flat fee for their trips say they should be paid an extra per-hour fee when their dwell time exceeds one hour.

By Matt Leonard • March 29, 2019

Port of Oakland retrofits cranes with hybrid power

The terminal operator will save on fuel costs and contribute to the port's larger goal of reaching zero-emissions operations.

By Matt Leonard • March 28, 2019

Fuel prices may rise amid crop loss from Midwest flooding

Nebraska is the third-largest producer of corn in the country and second in ethanol production. An estimated 13% of U.S. ethanol supply is affected by flooding. 

By Emma Cosgrove • March 28, 2019

Improper packing, labeling to blame for string of ship fires, insurer says

Mislabeling hazardous materials leads to improper handling, which can cause fires, explosions and loss of life — not to mention cargo. TT Club puts the value of such cargo claims at $500 million per year.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 27, 2019

New York's plan to reduce truck traffic with barges moves ahead

The RFP is part of the Freight NYC plan, which aims to modernize the city's freight system to keep up with growing last mile demand while mitigating road congestion.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 26, 2019

Canadian National acquires trucking firm TransX

The deal represents a change in strategy for the railroad and a move toward a seamless, vertically-integrated service offering for shippers.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 26, 2019

Contentious hearing unfolds on automation at Port of Los Angeles

APM Terminals wants to automate parts of the cargo handling process. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union is fighting against the plan. A Board of Commissioners has a decision to make. 

By Matt Leonard • March 25, 2019

West Coast imports slip in February after 'global trade frenzy'

Volumes at East Coast ports rose year-over-year, but they may soon be headed for the same downturn as their West Coast counterparts. 

By Matt Leonard • March 25, 2019

Shippers flock to trucking spot market amid Midwest floods

Record flooding in Nebraska and beyond could change the freight demand dynamics in the Midwest at a crucial point in the agricultural calendar. 

By Emma Cosgrove • March 25, 2019

BLS disputes reports of widespread truck driver shortage

Economic calculations and data paint one picture, but anecdotes from those on the front lines of the supply chain show a different reality.

By Rich Weissman • March 22, 2019

EU agrees to Brexit deadline extension

If Theresa May's agreement fails for the third time, the U.K. would exit without a deal or put forward another agreement, the Prime Minister said. 

By Matt Leonard • March 21, 2019

Port of Charleston plans for downturn after record-setting months

The South Carolina Port Authority expects trade uncertainty to bring import volumes from March through May below what was forecast.

By Matt Leonard • March 21, 2019