USDOT announces $79M round of INFRA project awards

The set-asides for smaller freight and highway initiatives are part of a push to meet the financing needs of smaller scale and rural projects. 

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 8, 2017

DE law allows companies to use blockchain for record keeping

Blockchain technology promises tighter security and potential cost savings, but some analysts say it's more hype than reality. Delaware is about to find out.

By Justine Brown • Aug. 8, 2017

Politics force 'constant volatility' on supply chains

Risk is the new normal as regulatory changes, both foreign and domestic, challenge global supply chains.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 7, 2017

Great Lakes Basin Transportation replies to Chicago rail bypass opponents

The project meets all the legal requirements to begin building, despite concerns over investors, need and eminent domain, according to the company.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Aug. 3, 2017

SELF DRIVE Act, regulating autonomous vehicles, passes House committee

The legislation brings greater uniform standards to the manufacture of autonomous vehicles, but companies will likely have to submit detailed plans for compliance.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • Aug. 2, 2017

Deadly salmonella outbreak from imported papayas exposes food safety issues

At least 46 people have gotten sick and one has died from contamination federal regulators believe originated from tree fruits imported from Mexico.

By Megan Poinski • July 31, 2017

Advocacy group sues Trump over infrastructure panel

The nonprofit Food & Water Watch lawsuit says the panel, run by Trump's developer friends, is not operating in compliance with federal transparency laws.

By Kim Slowey • July 28, 2017

Harrison under fire as STB letter confirms trouble at CSX

The rail regulator received so many complaints from shippers since Hunter Harrison's hiring that it urged the CEO to respond immediately with a plan to restore customer service.  

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • July 28, 2017

White House kills BAT as retail groups cheer

With Republican leaders conceding on the 20% tax on imports, trade groups will pivot their advocacy measures to push for tax reform before the end of the year.

By Corinne Ruff • July 27, 2017

In trade victory, US will begin exporting rice to China

The agreement is a big win for the Trump administration, although grain exporters may face challenges convincing Chinese buyers to prioritize their product.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 24, 2017

ATA supports ELD mandate in letter to Congress

The battle rages on for December implementation of the ELD mandate as the ATA attempts to discredit OOIDA concerns in a formal letter to Congress.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 24, 2017

Case study: How a trade deal will affect pharma R&D, supply chains

Canada's recent drug patent reform shows how modern trade deals go beyond tariff reduction to push for regulatory changes that benefit certain industries.

By Edwin Lopez • July 20, 2017

How the supply chain is adapting to FSMA

Whether responsible for five or 5,000 suppliers, managers must prepare to comply with stringent food safety rules.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • July 20, 2017

First NAFTA talks to take place Aug. 16 in US

The meetings will likely be the first of seven, in order to pass a renegotiated deal prior to elections in 2018.

By Edwin Lopez • July 20, 2017

Grupo Mexico successfully acquires Florida East Coast Railway

Grupo Mexico, which already owns a 26% stake in Union Pacific, now has another holding to help its clients transport goods within the U.S.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • July 20, 2017

ELD mandate faces new opposition in Congress

Various initiatives seek to modify, study or delay the rule's implementation through legislation focusing on regulatory costs.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 19, 2017

The US' official NAFTA negotiating objectives

The U.S. will renegotiate the landmark trade agreement with Canada and Mexico in a month. Here is the document that will guide negotiators.

By Edwin Lopez • July 17, 2017

FDA suggests 1-year delay on serialization rules for pharma supply chains

The regulators were concerned the industry would not be ready to comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act requirement, according to the draft guidance.

By Edwin Lopez • July 13, 2017

Game of Thrones 2017 preview: hazmat transport edition

Professionals transporting dangerous goods must have a lot of questions about the way Cersei and Daenarys are dealing with flammable substances and maritime transport.

By Ben Arens • July 13, 2017

Trump orders greater 'Buy American' enforcement, placing supply chains under the spotlight

The move is part of the president's plans to use old regulations to advance his trade agenda and bolster U.S. production.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • July 12, 2017

Japanese lines open ONE holding company, operating office

Despite various pending regulatory approvals, the Japanese lines are moving full speed with their plan to begin operations by April 2018.

By Jennifer McKevitt • July 10, 2017

Reuters: New 'America First' food aid shipping rules dropped over high costs

The president was considering a rule that would require all shipments of food aid to be carried on U.S. flagships, but further review revealed this would have spiked logistics costs.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • July 6, 2017

Japanese lines celebrate after EU approves joint venture

Despite a deferred decision from the U.S. and rejection from South Africa, K Line, NYK and MOL said they had received all approvals necessary to begin the joint venture.

By Edwin Lopez • July 5, 2017

Spain's port strikes end as parties reach new deal

A few details must still be resolved, but the dockworkers have called off all planned strikes as employers guaranteed 100% retention despite a 10% salary drop.

By Edwin Lopez • June 30, 2017

DOT reforms FASTLANE grant to support new goals

The repositioned infrastructure plan will rely on greater private and state funding to accomplish its goals. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 30, 2017