Pennsylvania plans to spend $12B on supply chain infrastructure through 2022

The highway, multimodal and rail freight spending proposal is part of an update to a 12-year plan that would invest $64 billion in the state's infrastructure.

By Barry Hochfelder • Aug. 23, 2018

Truckers don't hold back as FMCSA requests comments on hours-of-service rules

Public comments are flooding in regarding the restrictions on driving hours and mandatory breaks, which have been a hot topic in the era of the ELD.

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 23, 2018

Maersk's new contract service hints at larger digital shift

The carrier became the second shipping line to join CargoSphere, which provides a confidential but digital and automated rate distribution software.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 22, 2018

Trucking backs off the gas slightly, but capacity is at the line

Despite estimated 100% utilization, analysts are not convinced capacity is putting a cap on trucking volume. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 22, 2018

Uber Freight launches new platform just for shippers

The platform allows shippers to digitally tender loads, track shipments and obtain pricing from Uber Freight.

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 21, 2018

5 markets transport 18% of trucking volumes in the US

The Los Angeles basin leads the pack as high retail imports on the West Coast lead to big bumps in traffic.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Aug. 20, 2018

New truck orders reach 'unprecedented' levels, but it may not help capacity

The double-digit growth in big rig orders is leading to higher backlogs and does not necessarily translate to larger fleets.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 20, 2018

New labor contract limits full automation at East, Gulf Coast ports

The International Longshoremen's Association says ports can deploy semi-automated equipment if workforce protection guidelines are followed.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 17, 2018

Senators introduce DRIVE-Safe bill to ease trucking crunch

The companion legislation to a House bill introduced in March seeks to allow young drivers to make interstate transports.

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 17, 2018

Air cargo industry warns of delays due to truck driver shortage

The driver shortage is a result of a long and winding road in the trucking sector, with effects rippling through all levels of industry. 

By Rich Weissman • Aug. 17, 2018

CBP to kick off blockchain pilot next month

The agency is looking not only to explore how the blockchain could speed up international trade, but also to inspire private sector innovation. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 16, 2018

Rail leaders 'optimistic' about hitting train safety deadlines after federal warnings

Aspects of Positive Train Control must be implemented by the end of the year, something the American Public Transportation Association said is within reach.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 15, 2018

Long Beach port, city college team up for workforce training program

The "Maritime Center of Excellence" will train students looking to enter supply chain or logistics occupations through six short-term courses.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 15, 2018

Logistics industry keeps on trucking, expecting higher Q3 revenues

A new survey found 75% of logistics survey providers are optimistic about the economy and their fortunes in the near future.

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 15, 2018

Transit group: Trump administration behind on $1.4B funding

Transportation for America said the Federal Transit Administration has awarded only $25 million of the nearly $1.4 billion allocated in its appropriations bill. 

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 15, 2018

Peak Pegasus docks at Chinese port amid trade war

The most famous cargo ship in the world has finally stopped drifting in circles, but it may not be the last to flounder.

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 14, 2018

Hapag-Lloyd launches online quote tool

The carrier is the first of the top six ocean liners to provide a shipping rate within minutes to a first-time guest via online query.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 14, 2018

Autonomous workboat navigates by cloud data in the Port of Antwerp

Unmanned ships are just beginning to enter service, but the vessels will likely be widespread by 2030. 

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Aug. 13, 2018

East Coast imports reach all-time high in June

The top four eastern seaports are reaping the benefits of capacity projects launched since the Panama Canal's 2016 expansion.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 13, 2018

Will high trucking costs eventually run over food companies' ability to grow?

Rising fees and a shortage of drivers have hit the industry hard, and the challenges show no signs of letting up.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 13, 2018

Maritime Administration grants $4.9M to reduce landside congestion

Inland waterways provide another modal choice for shippers, but only if their infrastructure is sound enough to handle volumes of shipments. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 13, 2018

Retailers bring in record imports to beat tariffs

With good sales so far in 2018, retailers would rather order early than miss out on end-of-year sales opportunities, according to the NRF.

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 13, 2018

GE, Port of Long Beach launch pilot to share cargo arrival data

With volumes on track to break records at the West Coast port, technology and data-sharing are key to ensuring cargo moves efficiently through the supply chain. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 10, 2018

Port of Amsterdam adds solar panels in sustainability push

Government incentives and the Paris Climate Accord are driving the changes at Europe's fourth largest port. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 10, 2018

94 supply chain players sign on to Maersk, IBM blockchain initiative

The companies said their blockchain solution, dubbed TradeLens, would be "fully commercially available by the end of this year."

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2018