In trucking's 'new normal,' shippers change their approach

At CSCMP's Edge 2018 conference, panelists said collaboration between shippers and carriers is more critical now than ever before. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 2, 2018

Port of Long Beach stakeholders discuss how to improve trucking

At a hearing, the port brought together its various stakeholders as it looks for recommendations to make trucking operations more efficient.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Oct. 1, 2018

Carriers plan to add capacity amid trucking crunch

A survey from Transporeon reveals nearly two-thirds of trucking companies plan to buy more equipment and prioritize long-term relationships with shippers.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 1, 2018

Port of San Diego hit by cyberattack, ransomware demand

Goods are still moving at the port but some public services have been affected, while attackers demanded payment in Bitcoin.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 1, 2018

Maersk adds new guidelines to dangerous goods stowage

Months after a deadly fire broke out on the Maersk Honam, the carrier and industry stakeholders reviewed container ship design to mitigate risk and create new recommendations.

By Barry Hochfelder • Sept. 28, 2018

ATA petitions federal overrule of California meal and rest break standard

After a legislative fix failed, the American Trucking Associations and lawmakers are calling on the Secretary of Transportation to wade into hours-of-service rules. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Sept. 28, 2018

Port of Long Beach gets $870M to boost rail capacity

The project will increase efficiency for operators and allow for a greater share of containers to travel in and out of the port on rail.

By Emma Cosgrove • Sept. 27, 2018

New California law puts retailers on the hook for driver misclassification

The legislation changes the dynamics of an issue that has plagued California's ports for years, resulting in numerous lawsuits and driver strikes. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Sept. 27, 2018

Cummins moves into low-emissions and electric powertrains

The manufacturer estimates its hybrid electric system can reduce fuel costs by as much as 80%.

By Shefali Kapadia • Sept. 26, 2018

Plaintiffs allege CSX could have helped save 2,000 buildings in North Carolina

A lawsuit filed this week alleges CSX could have done more to stem the flooding after Hurricane Florence, and had various opportunities to do so.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 26, 2018

Union Pacific, STB to hold weekly calls amid railroading transition

The Surface Transportation Board wrote a letter requesting the meetings last week, in hopes of avoiding service disruptions during the transition.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 25, 2018

CMA CGM expects low-sulfur investments to cost $160 per TEU

The reductions in sulfur emissions will carry long-term benefits for the environment, but the drastic reduction in emissions comes at a cost for shipping lines — and in turn, their customers.

By Shefali Kapadia • Sept. 25, 2018

$2.5B Port of Savannah expansion may include new bridge

The plan would expand the port's containerized cargo capacity 45% by 2028 and may include replacing the Talmadge Memorial Bridge, which cannot currently accommodate shippers' largest cargo vessels.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 25, 2018

Renault, Mercedes debut autonomous cargo van concepts

Automakers are designing vehicles for densely-populated, congested cities, tackling the challenge of the last mile. 

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Sept. 24, 2018

Bosch predicts a future of electric, hub-to-hub trucks

The manufacturer made a series of bold predictions at IAA 2018, including a future where trucks drive themselves continuously between two logistics hubs.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 24, 2018

North Carolina receives $14M for infrastructure repairs after Florence

Trucks are still being rerouted as sections of major interstates and U.S. highways remain closed due to flooding. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Sept. 21, 2018

British freight forwarders accuse Maersk of 'profiteering'

A new surcharge from Maersk​ has riled up shippers and forwarders fed up with the practice. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Sept. 21, 2018

FMC investigates contentious detention, demurrage fees

The Federal Maritime Commission is looking for ways to address the systemic inconsistencies surrounding fees for excessive storage or equipment use by shippers. 

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 20, 2018

Union Pacific will phase in precision scheduled railroading

The railroad is following in the footsteps of the late Hunter Harrison to bolster its finances.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 20, 2018

North Carolina ports delay reopening due to Florence damage

While the storm's immediate threat to most ports has passed, the economic damage could be as high as $40 billion.

By Emma Cosgrove • Sept. 19, 2018

Maersk Line, Damco will merge in 2019

Today's announcement confirms what many analysts expected, as Maersk focuses fully on integrated supply chain services.

By Shefali Kapadia • Sept. 19, 2018

Rumor mill says Norfolk Southern moving HQ to Atlanta

Relocating to Atlanta would offer more direct flight connections and could also help the railroad compete against CSX. 

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Sept. 19, 2018

Oakland's second-largest port terminal to start night gates

TraPac will open its gates to truckers Monday through Thursday evenings starting Oct. 15 to "accelerate containerized cargo flow."

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 18, 2018

Maersk is about to shake things up

The company pledged to reveal details of its reorganization by September 2018. The time has come.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 18, 2018

Tariffs on $200B worth of imports from China start Sept. 24

The duties will start at 10% and rise to 25% at the beginning of 2019.

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated Sept. 18, 2018