Trucking Enters Late Down Cycle
The trucking industry has entered the late stages of the freight cycle downturn, but positive destocking trends have helped balance low demand.
Supply Chain Legislation Awaits Votes in House, Senate
With the congressional August recess fast approaching, senior transportation policymakers are calling for passage of several big picture supply chain-centric bills.
Expanding Business in a Slow Economy
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Now is the time for carriers to position their operations for a long-term balanced marketplace, according to logistics experts.
Why a Down Freight Cycle Is Ideal for Tech Investment
Trucking and logistics firms have seen weak market conditions during the past year as spot freight demand has cooled, truck capacity has loosened and the macroeconomic outlook is uncertain.
Logistics Providers Work to Set Freight Scheduling Standards
Major logistics companies and technology providers have joined forces to alleviate a pain point hampering the industry — the making, keeping and adjusting of freight appointments.
Supply Chain Bills Reach House Floor
A panel in the House of Representatives recently approved proposals to boost the freight workforce and increase efficiency along commercial corridors.
Trucking Q1 Results Show Substantial Slowdown
The trucking industry stumbled through the first quarter amid a slowing economy and high inventories, according to experts.
Your Fleet's Process Cost & Building a Stronger Business
Program Aired: March 16, 2023 2 p.m. ET. Dropping freight rates and rising costs are going to put more pressure on fleets in 2023. Fleet owners need to become increasingly creative to find new ways to reduce cost to protect margins. Recent research by BeyondTrucks found that US trucking companies incur on average $9,700 per driver per year as a result of poor processes and tools.
March 16, 2023New ConMet App Looks to Expedite Freight Mobility
ORLANDO, Fla. — ConMet announced a set of technology tools for improving communication and efficiency industrywide Feb. 26.
Inland Corn Belt Ports Seek Infrastructure Funds, More Freight
Increasing freight capacity and attracting more infrastructure investments are likely outcomes of a recent federal designation expanding the inland Corn Belt Ports to span five Midwestern states.