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Augment Expands Into Wholesale Distribution With Merlin Deal

Augment acquired Merlin, an AI startup focused on wholesale distribution, and will integrate its technology into Augie, the company’s flagship AI platform.

May 5, 2026
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Saia Reports Mixed Operating Metrics in Q1

Saia's operating revenue increased 2.4% to $806.2 million from $787.6 million. The operating ratio ticked up, increasing 60 basis points to 91.7 from 91.1.

May 4, 2026
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XPO Posts Record Q1 Earnings as OR Improves

XPO’s North American LTL adjusted OR improved 200 basis points year over year to 83.9. Total revenue increased 7.3% to $2.1 billion from $1.95 billion.

May 4, 2026
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Your LTL Operation Should Be a Profit Engine

Most freight brokers lose margin to broken workflows, not rates. This guide reveals how to fix it through four pillars that build an efficient, scalable LTL operation. Learn how high-performing brokerages eliminate gaps, gain control, and drive consistent, profitable growth.

May 1, 2026
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Landstar Revenue Rises as AI, Geopolitics Shape Quarter

The Jacksonville, Fla.-based motor carrier posted net income of $39.4 million, or $1.16 a diluted share, for the three months ending March 31.

April 29, 2026
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Saia Enhances Northeast Presence

Saia opened its newest terminal in York, Pa., to enhance its network in the Northeast, the Johns Creek, Ga., carrier announced April 20.

April 21, 2026
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Knight-Swift More Confident in Up Cycle Despite Guidance Cut

The carrier’s post-market announcement April 16 is intended to reset expectations ahead of the release of earnings for the first quarter on April 22.

April 20, 2026
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Transflo Integrates SMC³ Data for Faster LTL Billing

Transflo has integrated SMC³’s execution and visibility data into its AI-driven invoice audit and dispute resolution platform, the companies announced.

April 16, 2026
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Echo Opens Sacramento Site to Grow Refrigerated LTL Network

Echo Global Logistics expanded its consolidated refrigerated less-than-truckload service with a new facility in Sacramento, Calif., the company said April 14.

April 15, 2026
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FedEx Freight Launching New CRM to Pursue Market Share Goals

The Tennessee-based carrier's current customer base is led by three verticals: industrial (30%), transportation and logistics (15%) and consumer goods (14%).

April 14, 2026

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