APM Terminals expands cold chain facilities into India

The port operator, part of Maersk, says it sees increasing demand in the Asian nation for temperature-controlled products. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 19, 2018

3PLs report record profits amid capacity crunch

XPO Logistics added 5,000 jobs and 40 new customers last quarter, as the trucking market shows no signs of peaking anytime soon. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 17, 2018

Ocean freight rates plummet post Chinese New Year

Shipping rates and volumes dropped in March 2018, after a strong start to the year. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 16, 2018

Retailers globalize to meet consumer needs

A new UPS study found the majority of online shoppers buy from marketplaces or international e-tailers, which could prompt an uptick in global freight traffic.

By Barry Hochfelder • April 13, 2018

XPO launches intermodal freight platform

The cloud-based platform will allow shippers to use the 3PL for all their logistics needs.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 11, 2018

UPS CIO: Supply chain is now a 'technology-enabled business'

Juan Perez says if UPS approached innovation today as it did 15 years ago, the company would be bankrupt. "If we don’t disrupt ourselves ... who will?"

By Edwin Lopez • April 10, 2018

Becoming the shipper of choice in a carrier's market

With shippers and carriers facing a capacity crunch, open communication and shared goals can help both parties weather the freight market. 

By Rich Weissman • April 10, 2018

With ELD enforcement here, how do supply chains return to 'normal'?

Enforcement of the electronic logging device mandate will have a ripple effect across all parts of the value chain. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 10, 2018

Rail traffic jumps as trucking crunch forces shippers to get creative

A healthy economy and uptick in trucking rates help rail continue its upward swing.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 9, 2018

FedEx program aims to ensure 'full pipeline of pilots' amid shortage

With the air cargo market growing and many pilots nearing retirement, the air freight industry may be headed for a capacity crunch similar to trucking. 

By Barry Hochfelder • April 6, 2018

Port of Oakland says night gate operations halved wait times

After two years of night gate operations, truckers at the Oakland International Container Terminal wait just 60 to 90 minutes on average, according to port data.

By Edwin Lopez • April 4, 2018

Behind the scenes of the Virginia port driver protest

Tired of five-hour wait times to pick up shipments, Port of Virginia truck drivers set up a protest last week. Now, they're looking to talk solutions with the port.

By Edwin Lopez • April 4, 2018

Ryder acquires MXD to accelerate last mile fulfillment

The two companies' combined network will reach 95% of U.S. and Canada in a two-day delivery timeframe.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 4, 2018

Contracts may be ag shippers' saving grace after China tariffs

The Agriculture Transportation Coalition says shippers can invoke "force majeure" clauses to sidestep contract obligations if demand does not justify cargo targets.

By Edwin Lopez • April 3, 2018

Ocean Network Express sets sail

The Japanese ocean liner's 1,440,000-TEU capacity makes it the world's sixth largest container carrier, merged from three former rivals.

By Edwin Lopez • April 2, 2018

Enforcement of ELD mandate begins

Drivers operating trucks without electronic logging devices will be placed out of service for 10 hours. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 2, 2018

Air freight takes off in early 2018

The Chinese New Year may be the main reason behind strong air freight growth in January 2018.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 2, 2018

ONE taps Union Pacific for all West Coast intermodal needs

As the Japanese shipping line gears for launch, shippers hope enough planning has gone into place to ensure continuity next week.

By Edwin Lopez • March 29, 2018

ELD suppliers prepare for a second wave of adoption

With enforcement of the electronic logging device mandate beginning Sunday, suppliers are prepared to meet demands from trucking companies scrambling to adopt the devices. 

By Craig Guillot • March 29, 2018

Trucker pay is up 15% amid driver shortage

Carriers are ramping up incentives to attract and retain drivers, but the costs may ultimately fall into the hands of shippers. 

By Shefali Kapadia • March 28, 2018

Amtrak blasts freight railroads' 'undisciplined' operations

The passenger railway's first report card includes scathing assessments of CSX, Norfolk Southern and Canadian National's scheduling practices.

By Edwin Lopez • March 28, 2018

AVs are put to the test in airports and ports

While autonomous vehicles may not be ready for widespread adoption on public roads, they're proving beneficial in closed-transport environments.

By Barry Hochfelder • March 27, 2018

Industry Pulse: Trucking roars ahead despite driver shortage, capacity crunch

Shipments and expenditures continue to surge while capacity continues to tighten, potentially pushing rates higher.

By Kate Patrick Macri • March 26, 2018

STB puts railroads on notice after shipper complaints

Responding to concerns from the National Grain and Feed Association and the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, the agency hopes to get railroads back on track. 

By Barry Hochfelder • March 23, 2018

New trucking bill sets sights on young drivers to ease capacity crunch

The DRIVE-Safe Act would allow 18-21-year-old truck drivers to cross state lines after going through a training program. 

By Shefali Kapadia • March 21, 2018