TA Logistics Teams With Other TFI Subsidiaries
TA Logistics is expanding its service footprint by linking up with sister companies under the parent company, TFI International Inc., according to an Oct. 15 news release.
October 21, 2019Infographic: Ryder’s Foundation for a Successful Freight Brokerage
Globally, supply chains are facing unprecedented levels of disruption. As a result, shippers and carriers are challenged more than ever to keep goods moving while remaining profitable. While most brokerages point to technology as the key to achieving success, today’s setbacks have proven that technology alone isn’t enough.
Russia Willing to Pay to Lure Shippers to the Arctic
Russia wants to make its Arctic waters more attractive to shippers than the Suez Canal and could be willing to compensate for potential risks to make that happen.
October 21, 2019GlobalTranz Acquires Global Freight Solutions
Logistics company GlobalTranz Enterprises Inc. announced the acquisition of Chicago-based Global Freight Solutions, a freight brokerage and logistics company.
October 18, 2019Dependable Supply Chain Services Adds Two Orange EV Tractors to Increase Sustainability
ONTARIO, Calif. — Dependable Supply Chain Services has deployed two electric terminal trucks from Orange EV at its facility here.
October 18, 2019Former GE Executive Aris Kekedjian Appointed to XPO Logistics Board
Transportation and logistics giant XPO Logistics has announced the appointment of Aris Kekedjian, a longtime GE executive, to its board of directors.
October 18, 2019West Coast Ports Show Early Signs of Slowdown Due to Tariffs
While the holiday shipping season is keeping import volume steady for some of the nation’s busiest ports, executives are raising concerns about the long-term effects an extended trade battle with China could have on exports, and business overall.
October 17, 2019New Congressional Infrastructure Caucus Promotes Access, Resilience
WASHINGTON — Congestion relief, climate resilience and transit accessibility are among the policies a small group of U.S. House lawmakers are promoting as Congress readies a comprehensive highway bill.
October 17, 2019Truckers Advised to Watch for Invasive Spotted Lanternfly
Truckers doing business in counties under quarantine are playing an unwitting role in the spread of the spotted lanternfly.
October 17, 2019White House, Democrats Upbeat on USMCA Despite Impeachment Prospects
The White House and House Democrats are increasingly upbeat that the stalled U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement can be amended and approved in Congress, despite the rancorous impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump.
October 17, 2019Economic Slowdown Drags Union Pacific Q3 Profit Down 2%
Union Pacific released third-quarter financial results Oct. 16 that showed declines in net income and revenue, and also a quarterly record for operating ratio.
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