Logistics
For the commercial transportation business, moving things from point A to point B is job one. This coverage explores all of those movements at a global level and focuses on everything from global trade, ocean shipping, and port activity to intermodal business, rail operations and the greater supply chain.
CN Announces Alliance With Union Pacific, Mexican Railroad
Canadian National announced plans to begin rail service in Mexico, the United States and Canada with what the railroad says will be a seamless connection in Chicago.
April 25, 2023Infographic: 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.
Road Designers Confront Challenges of Balancing Safety, Function
Trees and passenger vehicles number among the safety challenges for road design benefiting freight movement. Will the new influx of federal funding help us get it right?
US-China Tensions Amplify Global Trade Shifts
Political tensions between the U.S. and China are contributing to lower container shipments between the world’s two largest economies, says Ocean Network Express CEO Jeremy Nixon.
NFI Acquires SDR Distribution
NFI has acquired SDR Distribution Services, a multichannel provider of custom warehousing and distribution solutions, the company announced April 18.
April 24, 2023FAA’s Acting Chief Announces Plan to Step Down
Billy Nolen, acting administrator of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, is stepping down after just over a year on the job.
Schneider Completes First EV Delivery for Frito-Lay
Schneider completed its first battery-electric vehicle delivery with Frito-Lay North America, the multimodal transportation provider announced April 17.
April 24, 20233PLs Gain Market Share but Face Rising Fraud, TIA Leaders Say
ORLANDO, Fla. — Third-party logistics providers remain poised for long-term success after helping shippers navigate supply chain turmoil wrought by the pandemic, industry leaders said.
Shipment Visibility Is Really About Operational Excellence
Shipment visibility, the tracking and tracing of shipments, is one of the most fundamental requirements of logistics. But maybe we think too narrowly about the value of visibility.
Sector Rankings Reflect Shifting Freight Market
Freight brokerage, warehousing and dedicated carriage operations saw significant growth in 2022, while rocky international freight demand kept forwarders on the ropes.
Interactive Map: Where the 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies Are in North America
Find out where the 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies are located by regions and by state in North America with our interactive map.
April 21, 2023