Senate committee passes self-driving vehicle bill, no lane for trucks

After a tense committee meeting discussing whether to include legislation for automated trucks in the SELF-DRIVE Act, two senators wrote their own bill.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 5, 2017

Ocean carriers cut calls to Europe due to low economic confidence

While the U.S. market is performing well, the route shifts could offset gains by global shippers also reliant on the European markets, according to Xeneta.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 5, 2017

Crumbling infrastructure shuts down Locks and Dams 52 & 53 on Ohio River

The impact of delayed infrastructure improvements hits the nation's waterway system.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 4, 2017

Mining company's driverless train project goes back on the rails

Rio Tinto's successful 62-mile test run brings hope for self-driving trains, but the U.S. may be largely unsuited to the technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 4, 2017

Industry Pulse: Air freight hits double digit growth as manufacturing, trade surge

International FTKs climbed to double digit growth in almost all continents, with African air freight in the lead.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 2, 2017

Risk calendars: How shippers can better forecast transportation needs

C.H. Robinson walked Supply Chain Dive through its process in creating a risk calendar, and how shippers can do the same with their supply chains.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Oct. 2, 2017

Kiewit wins $164M Honolulu container terminal project

The terminal is part of the Hawaii Department of Transportation's $850 million plan to update the state's harbors and ports.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 2, 2017

Daimler tests truck platooning in OR and NV

Platooning could be the gateway technology that leads to greater acceptance of driverless vehicles.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 2, 2017

Will Puerto Rico be the last straw for the Jones Act?

The 97-year-old law has been waived three times in the past two months, due to its limiting — and in this case devastating — effects during crises.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 29, 2017

Innovators target the trucking industry at CSCMP Edge

Electronic logging devices and automated trucks are the buzz in trucking innovation, but there's much more going on beneath the hype.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 28, 2017

What is free or freight on board (FOB), and why should shippers understand this term?

The use of freight on board can seem complicated, but it is necessary to prevent language barriers and cultural differences from causing problems and legal issues.

Sept. 28, 2017

Cargo airlines look to book directly with shippers, but will they succeed?

The savings promised by direct booking platforms could easily vanish when shippers undertake every aspect of the process.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 27, 2017

Port of Oakland plans to hire local at its new cargo facility

If a port seeks to expand or develop, having the local community on its side may help expedite the process.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 26, 2017

Industry Pulse: Trucking rebounds in response to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma

Despite a short slump in July, the trucking industry roared ahead to meet demand in the face of hurricane devastation.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 25, 2017

Port of Virginia aims to be the LA of the East Coast

A rough draft of new dredging projects would deepen the port's waters to 55 feet, making it one of the deepest ports in the nation.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 25, 2017

Reuters: CSX halts auto shipments in OH yard

Questions prevail ahead of CSX's rescheduled meeting with the Surface Transportation Board and earnings call, to be held mid-October.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 22, 2017

Chassis shortage affects Houston's port traffic

The Port of Houston's vessel backlog only intensifies its chassis crisis.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 22, 2017

USDOT tests truck platoons in VA to showcase benefits

The Federal Highway Administration conducted various tests of three-truck platoons in Centreville last week after four years of research. Next up: two-truck platoons.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 20, 2017

Turnover rate for truck drivers rises amid increased freight movement demand

A growing driver shortage across the trucking industry may result in higher rates for shippers and more expensive holiday pricing, according to the ATA.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 20, 2017

Japanese lines to order 20 LNG ships for Toyota

The deal helps Toyota, NYK Line, K Line and MOL reduce their carbon footprint and secure transport capacity before new maritime emission rules enter into force.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 19, 2017

Union Pacific restructures client-facing divisions to meet evolving needs

What was previously the company's coal division will now also service frac sand, LPG, petroleum and wind markets. Is this a sign of changing times?

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 19, 2017

Industry Pulse: Ocean rates dip despite peak season, brewing fears of new rate war

Freight rates continue to fall and carriers continue to order new ships. Could these trends threaten the ocean industry's recovery?

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 18, 2017

EU expects automation to streamline the shipping industry soon

Digitizing the shipping supply chain could cut out some middlemen — including freight forwarders — resulting in job losses.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 18, 2017

Tesla announces reveal date of electric semi-truck

After media broke the news a month ago that Tesla is testing fully electric, automated trucks, the car manufacturer finally cut through the hype and confirmed a reveal date.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Sept. 18, 2017

FMC approves THE Alliance's 'safety net'

"Looking back, things could have been done differently," said FMC Commissioner Doyle, reflecting on the industry's handling of Hanjin Shipping's bankruptcy.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Sept. 15, 2017