DOT proposal for speed-governed trucks could increase safety, but delay transport

Some operators worry mandatory speed caps would decrease overall freight transport capacity, while others espouse the safety and cost benefits.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 28, 2016

New import data tool allows 2-year value tracking by country, HTS code

The International Trade Commission's web-based interface may help supply chain managers anticipate new supply markets for raw inputs.

By Robert DePaolo • Aug. 25, 2016

Deaths at Chinese Apple contractor spark ethics questions

What responsibility befalls executives for human rights violations in their supply chains?

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 23, 2016

CA judge removes hurdle for World Logistics Center

Moreno Valley, CA's city council approved the 2,610-acre warehouse project last year, but various lawsuits have delayed its development.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 22, 2016

Freight association challenges new on-time-performance rule

The challenge is part of a recent tug-of-war between freight and passenger trains to determine right of way. Losing the battle, freight trains are calling the courts.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 18, 2016

Benefits of new federal standards for fuel use in big trucks is a few years away

The American Trucking Association declared itself cautiously optimistic about the final rule, which requires up to 25% reductions in carbon emissions during next 10 years.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 17, 2016

Truck driver association fires back against pro-logging device court arguments

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association argues the ruling violates Fourth Amendment rights. 

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 16, 2016

US will lose ground if Congress spurns trade deal, says UPS chief

The Trans-Pacific Partnership has come under fire during the presidential campaign, so trade advocates are attempting to salvage the deal by extolling its benefits.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 16, 2016

Trade groups protest shippers who flagrantly abuse lithium battery cargo regulations

The actions of a minority of shippers threatens all battery transport.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 16, 2016

US exports to China must be certified as mosquito free

The Agriculture Transportation Coalition expressed concerns the new requirement for U.S. exports could add costs and time delays.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 13, 2016

New rules expand safety measures for rail transport of flammable liquids

The amended regulations are in compliance with the Fixing America's Surface Act passed last year. 

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 12, 2016

FMC: Foreign freight forwarders must register online

The Federal Maritime Commission will no longer accept fax, paper, or e-mail renewals for foreign-based, unlicensed Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carriers. 

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 11, 2016

Vehicle transport company adopts cloud-based logging software

US Automotive Logistics will use Car Delivery Network's technology to comply with new driver hours of service regulation.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 9, 2016

US customs to adopt new messaging standard for exports

The International Air Transport Association developed the Cargo-XML standard hoping to create a globally acknowledged messaging system. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection's move to adopt it is a large step toward this goal.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2016