Martinez gains initial FMCSA approval from Senate

Trump's nominee intends to personally meet with disgruntled owner operators and small fleet owners regarding ELD implementation. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 13, 2017

'Hard' Brexit risks disrupting supply of thousands of drugs

A departure by the U.K. from the EU without a trade deal could imperil drug supply chains, a trade group of European drugmakers warned.

By Ned Pagliarulo • Nov. 10, 2017

USDA works on plan B for agriculture in case NAFTA talks fail

Secretary Sonny Perdue says pulling out of the agreement could have “some tragic consequences” for U.S. producers.

By Sandy Skrovan • Nov. 10, 2017

Governors, state legislatures concerned about AV START Act language

National associations of governors, mayors and state legislatures wrote a letter to Senators John Thune and Gary Peters asking for clarification.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Nov. 10, 2017

Maersk, Hamburg Süd deal is inches away from close

China approved the purchase, leaving Maersk Line to wait for just two more nods before it can close the deal.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 10, 2017

5 issues to follow, 1 year after Trump's election

Supply chain risk is at red flag levels due to business uncertainty … driven by politics.

By Rich Weissman • Nov. 9, 2017

Small fleets delay ELD adoption as deadline looms

Only 40% of 1,926 surveyed carriers are thus far compliant, while the remainder may rush to meet the deadline, pay a fine or leave the market.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 9, 2017

Has Trump kept his supply chain promises? Let's review

Whether or not Donald Trump fulfills his campaign promises as president, his words are enough to jumpstart supply chain managers into action.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Nov. 9, 2017

Have supply chains changed under Trump?

Last year, 48% of our readers said they were optimistic about the state of the supply chain under the new administration. Now, we asked five experts how they feel about it one year into Trump's term.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 7, 2017

DOT to partner with at least 5 cities to accelerate drone adoption

The federal government is accepting applications from cities willing to serve as test cases for widespread drone use.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 6, 2017

UPS deploys manual cargo bikes in Toronto

3PLs continue to tackle last mile innovation while addressing sustainability issues in both North America and Europe.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 6, 2017

Trump pick for FMCSA head will not delay ELD mandate

Outlining his plans for the agency before a Senate confirmation hearing, Raymond Martinez also pledged to reevaluate the mandate's impact on owner-operators.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 3, 2017

Atlas Air takes pilots to court

After a lieu of disputes, the airline is accusing disgruntled pilots of deliberately hampering operations.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 1, 2017

Alaska and Hawaii recycling programs feeling China market effects

A Chinese import ban on scrap shows how foreign trade decisions can cripple U.S. industries, like recycling.

By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 1, 2017

Logistically Minded: Rail freight rebounds spectacularly despite Hurricane Harvey

Despite rail's comeback and a decline in the unemployment rate, Florida and Texas lost thousands of jobs due to hurricane damage.

By Andy Burt , Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 27, 2017

Commercial drones receive new testing options

Now the White House wants to test commercial drones, but according to the Gartner Hype Cycle, public interest in drones has already peaked.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 27, 2017

US antitrust regulators approve COSCO, OOIL merger

What's next for an industry that's reached consolidation saturation?

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 26, 2017

FMCSA grants some ELD changes, exemptions

Drivers and carriers keep fighting the ELD mandate, but the FMCSA is giving them some leeway.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 23, 2017

White House set to ease drone regulations

A soon-to-be-released program could allow local communities to independently oversee drones flying below 200 feet, sources told The Wall Street Journal.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 20, 2017

Where can freight brokers find up-to-date information on compliance requirements?

A how-to guide for understanding some tricky rules and regulations.

By Vic Lance • Oct. 18, 2017

Trade tensions extend NAFTA talks to 2018

The fourth round ended on a sour note, as "new proposals" led to "conceptual gaps" among the negotiating parties, which will not be resolved quickly.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2017

Port of LA may seek to ban trucking companies who hire contract drivers

The issue of employment status surrounding truck drivers has led two city councilmen to take action, but its actual impact on the industry is unknown.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 18, 2017

Shortage of truckers hits potato farmers

Drivers protesting the ELD mandate are forcing some shippers to look for alternative means of transportation.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 12, 2017

European market loses interest in diesel fuel

The European diesel downturn comes right as the EU plans to tighten emissions standards.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 12, 2017

Round 4: Will NAFTA talks end on time?

A two-day extension of the latest negotiating round leaves doubts as to whether the talks are on track.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 11, 2017