North Carolina Ports Reopen After Storm, but With Restrictions
The ports of Wilmington and Morehead City in North Carolina have reopened with restrictions to marine traffic after Hurricane Florence swept through late last week, halting shipments of everything from fertilizer to textiles.
September 19, 2018Infographic: 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.
Eastern Iowa Airport Gets $8.8 Million Grant for Cargo Facility Overhaul
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Eastern Iowa Airport has been awarded nearly $9 million in federal funds, which officials say will be used to relocate and expand the airport’s rapidly growing cargo operations.
September 19, 2018Large Ocean Vessels Create Challenges for Shippers
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Ports throughout the United States are prepared to accept megaships carrying 18,000 TEUs or more, but while the larger vessels create efficiencies for maritime providers, they take more time to unload and can create bottlenecks for those at the port and the drivers hauling the loads.
September 19, 2018North Carolina to Bring in Trucks, Supplies on Transport Ship to Flooded Wilmington
RALEIGH, N.C. — The state is arranging for a large transport ship to ferry trucks and supplies into the Port of Wilmington to relieve shortages in the city caused by flooding.
September 19, 2018Retail Growth, Consumer Expectations Add to Supply Chain Demands
LONG BEACH, Calif.—The retail industry is in the middle of an enormous transformation, growing at a pace that exceeds the gross domestic product and adding about 70,000 jobs this year. Brick-and-mortar retailers as well as e-commerce providers are working to expand their offerings, which will place new demands on the supply chain.
September 19, 2018AAR Announces Ian Jefferies to Succeed Current President, CEO Edward Hamberger
The Association of American Railroads has announced that a new president will take the reins at the start of next year.
September 19, 2018Savannah Port Extends Volume Growth
If there is one word that describes Georgia ports in 2018 it is “growth,” with another record-breaking month in the books.
September 18, 2018Trucking, Logistics Firms Assess Florence-Related Relief Needs
In response to Florence, which has claimed at least 32 lives, trucking companies and logistics groups are fielding requests for supplies and mapping out routes to deliver aid.
September 18, 2018Wheeler Trucking to Add 70 Jobs After Securing GM Contract
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — A trucking firm with a growing presence in Springfield is planning to add close to 70 new jobs after securing a contract with GM as the sole firm to haul new medium-duty trucks being produced at Navistar’s Springfield facility.
September 18, 2018GlobalTranz Offers to Buy AFN Logistics
GlobalTranz Enterprises said it has agreed to acquire Chicago-based freight brokerage firm AFN, a move designed to boost the company’s share of the market for third-party logistics services.
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