Logistics News

The fleets pulling ahead today are inserting AI at the decision point, using it to make smarter calls about load matching and network optimization.

The trucking industry is rolling out giveaways, discounts and recognition events for professional drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which runs Sept. 13-19.

Many U.S. farmers need diesel to power combines, tractors and other equipment to harvest two of the nation's largest commodities: soybeans and corn.

Veteran commodities strategist Jeff Currie also said U.S. diesel could reach $7 to $9 a gallon.

The proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern is drawing growing opposition from state officials, shippers and labor unions.

Conagra, Campbell’s and Clorox announced or signaled price increases as inflation, tariffs and higher input costs pressure margins.

The price for a barrel of Brent crude fell 3% to $104.42. Oil prices jumped earlier this week to their highest levels since May because of the war with Iran. 

The Labor Department said Sept. 11 that the consumer price index rose 3.4% last month compared with a year ago.

Higher diesel prices mean more expensive transportation for a long list of everyday goods. 

North American Blue Energy Partners is aiming to increase production to 500,000 barrels a day by the end of 2028 from about 200,000 currently.