Industry Pulse: Trucking growth stronger than past four years

In previous years, trucking shipments and expenditures dropped off in November, but in Nov. 2017 the industry roared ahead.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Jan. 16, 2018

Air freight capacity stretched thin as e-commerce flourishes

The manufacturing sector is growing thanks to consumer demand, but the air freight industry is reaching its limits. 

By Barry Hochfelder • Jan. 16, 2018

New last mile app saves money and emissions for delivery drivers

Adding driver convenience and sustainability to the process of last mile delivery could boost Roadie's popularity.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 16, 2018

Penske joins blockchain alliance

Penske is just the latest 3PL to join the Blockchain in Transportation Alliance, but a new study suggests 3PLs don't buy into the new tech's hype.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Jan. 12, 2018

Boeing bets on cargo drones as the 'future of transport'

The unmanned vehicle prototype is four feet tall and can carry 500 pounds of cargo.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 12, 2018

New law brings DOT into fight against human trafficking

Active driver observation can make the difference between a crime interrupted and a crime gone unrecognized.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 11, 2018

New air cargo hub transforms Phoenix into 'powerful economic engine'

Skybridge Arizona will be the first international air cargo hub in the U.S. and facilitate trade between Mexico and the U.S.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 10, 2018

Los Angeles city attorney sues companies suspected of misclassifying port truck drivers

If the city wins the case, the companies may pay civil penalties up to $2,500 per violation.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 10, 2018

What Tesla's semi truck says about the future of trucking

Even though Tesla is not the first to unveil an electric truck, Elon Musk's "star power" has prompted the industry to think about the tech's implications.

By Drew McElroy • Jan. 9, 2018

CSX brings back CN veteran to lead operations

Edmond Harris, alongside the late Hunter Harrison, was part of the team that first introduced precision scheduled railroading to Illinois Central. 

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 9, 2018

Industry Pulse: Ocean freight rates tumble at end of 2017

Ocean freight rates reached some of the lowest levels of the year in December. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 9, 2018

Questions linger after CSX CEO's death

Fiduciary litigation law firm Kahn Swick & Foti will investigate whether the railway's board of directors withheld information on E. Hunter Harrison's medical condition.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 8, 2018

Port of Portland partners with BNSF to move freight faster

By providing a unique joint service with BNSF Railway, the port sets itself apart from other larger ports.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 8, 2018

Trucks in record demand amid driver shortage

Active truck utilization is at its highest rate in years, putting a squeeze on the industry. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 5, 2018

4 ways states will fund infrastructure projects in 2018

President Donald Trump's soon-to-be-revealed $1 trillion infrastructure plan will likely leave many states funding projects with P3s, bond issues, infrastructure banks and taxes and fees. 

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2018

Spot market rates heat up as drivers face a winter chill

As extreme weather events rise, supply chains must adapt to the rate volatility that may come with them.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Jan. 4, 2018

Rep. Shuster will focus on infrastructure bill before retirement

Rep. Bill Shuster plans to focus his final year in office on a "much needed" new infrastructure bill.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Jan. 3, 2018

Air cargo avoids delays during US Customs computer outage

Air freight companies reported business as usual, despite long wait times for many passengers. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 3, 2018

Tesla's pickup truck could challenge American automakers

But because Model 3 production is still delayed, we probably won't see the pickup or the automated semi for a while.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Jan. 2, 2018

Mergers and technology shook the freight industry in 2017

The merger of three ocean shipping lines dominated coverage of the freight industry.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 22, 2017

CSX names James Foote CEO

Foote was brought in by the late CEO E. Hunter Harrison for help implementing Precision Schedule Railroading.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 22, 2017

Logistically Minded: Report says autonomous trucks are 'inexorable'

Manufacturing is facing a global boom in production and orders.

By Edwin Lopez , Kate Patrick Macri , Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 22, 2017

XPO sees 24% spike in peak season volume

E-commerce surpasses traditional brick-and-mortar retail when it comes to holiday shopping this year, elevating the importance and profits of 3PLs.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 22, 2017

Delta Cargo suffers delays, cancellations after Atlanta power outage

The outage's impact on Delta reveals the dangers of relying on one hub and the need for the grid's cooperation.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Dec. 21, 2017

World economies join together to enable e-commerce

The World Trade Organization's 11th Ministerial Conference concluded with a pledge to facilitate e-commerce and ease access to new markets worldwide.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 21, 2017