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Trucking industry news affects the rates, on-time delivery metrics and other industry trends that matter to logistics managers. Are you a trucking executive looking for further coverage of the industry? See our sister publication truckingdive.com for additional coverage.
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ABF Freight to increase LTL pricing 5.9%
The increase may vary across specific lanes and shipments, according to the company.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Amazon equips sellers with more choice on trucking providers
Choosing a preferred carrier for LTL and truckload volume is now an option through Send to Amazon.
By Max Garland • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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TrendlinePeak season management
Supply chain experts are encouraging shippers to lock in freight rates ahead of the 2024 peak season rush.
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What to know about supply chain resiliency and uncertainty in 2024
Industry experts weigh in on AI, the election and other topics impacting shippers at Industry Dive’s virtual Supply Chain Outlook event.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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‘No possibility’ trucking can fill gap of Canada rail disruption
The British Columbia Trucking Association’s CEO says a shutdown of Canadian railroad networks will lead to a dearth in trucking activity.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential stoppage
The latest action by CN impacts U.S. originating intermodal railcars destined for Canada, while CPKC will discontinue domestic reefer shipments.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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Canada’s rail networks edge closer to disruption
Soon after regulators said any labor action would be legal as early as Aug. 22, CPKC threatened to lock out some workers.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Trucking carriers haul more retail freight as industrial demand lags
Less-than-truckload companies Old Dominion Freight Line, Saia and TForce Freight are all eager for a rebound in manufacturing demand.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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The trucking freight cycle has reached its low point, analysts say
Carriers have weathered nearly two years of negative year-over-year contract rates in a prolonged down cycle.
By David Taube • Aug. 5, 2024 -
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Ocean shippers need contingency plans now, experts say
Diversifying port usage and improving visibility are among the tactics supply chains should deploy.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 29, 2024 -
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DOT Secretary Buttigieg highlights federal aid’s impact on supply chains
“Our supply chains are stronger, are more resilient, than they were three-and-a-half years ago,” he said during a keynote address Wednesday.
By David Taube • July 24, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains
Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.
By Larry Avila • July 24, 2024 -
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XPO launches Mexico+ cross-border shipping service
The carrier's Yellow Corp. terminal acquisitions have allowed it to expand to seven border crossing points for faster delivery times.
By Colin Campbell • July 22, 2024 -
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DOT rolls out $5B in bridge infrastructure grants
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is funding 13 economically significant projects to address traffic and freight bottlenecks.
By Colin Campbell • July 17, 2024 -
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Walmart Canada debuts hydrogen truck
The Nikola tractor contributes to the retailer’s goal of a 100% alternatively powered fleet by 2028.
By Larry Avila • July 15, 2024 -
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Supply chain data-sharing leader promoted in federal multimodal office
Andrew Petrisin, creator of the DOT's Freight Logistics Optimization Works program, has been named deputy assistant secretary.
By Colin Campbell • July 11, 2024 -
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How Hurricane Beryl is impacting logistics operations in Houston
Although most cargo services have resumed, carriers are now working through the ensuing backlog.
By Kelly Stroh , Alejandra Carranza , Larry Avila , David Taube • July 10, 2024 -
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Canadian border agents ratify labor deal
The new agreement for the more than 9,000 represented employees runs through June 2026.
By Larry Avila • July 8, 2024 -
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Canada rail workers keep window open for strike
The Teamsters union division voted to re-authorize labor action as it awaits a government ruling that would permit it.
By Larry Avila • July 1, 2024 -
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The next big LTL shakeup? FedEx explores options for Freight division
Any sale or spinoff would follow a shift by large carriers toward pure-play operations — and could further consolidate an LTL sector still reeling from Yellow’s demise.
By Colin Campbell • June 27, 2024 -
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Canadian border agents to decide on new labor deal by July 4
Starting June 20, union members will vote on a tentative four-year agreement that forestalled a potential strike.
By Larry Avila • June 14, 2024 -
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Deep Dive // Baltimore bridge collapseThe Port of Baltimore is reopened from the bridge collapse. How much cargo will return?
With wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse removed, leaders are bullish on the port’s ability to retain customers.
By Colin Campbell • June 13, 2024 -
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Baltimore bridge collapseFMCSA extends Baltimore bridge collapse emergency waivers
The second, and likely final, extension of electronic logging devices and hours of service rules ends June 22.
By Colin Campbell • June 13, 2024 -
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Border agents reach tentative deal with Canadian government
The union had threatened to strike on Friday if negotiations continued to stall.
By Larry Avila • June 11, 2024 -
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Canadian border agents set Friday strike deadline
The union has renewed its threats to take job action if no deal is reached this week.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2024 -
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3PL to open Texas transportation center in Q3
The site will coordinate drayage, intermodal and final-mile services for ITS Logistics’ Fort Worth distribution hub.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2024
