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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.

Business

GlobalTranz Acquires AJR Transportation

Phoenix-based logistics firm GlobalTranz Enterprises Inc. completed another acquisition, it’s fifth in the past 12 months, with the purchase of AJR Transportation on Jan. 10.

January 22, 2018
Business, Equipment

HDA Truck Pride Adds Foley Equipment to Network

HDA Truck Pride added Foley Equipment Co. to its network for an increased focus on truck service in the Midwest.

January 22, 2018
Government, Business

Rail Customer Group Calls for Trump to Make STB Nominations

The Rail Customer Coalition, a group of manufacturing, agricultural and industrial shippers, sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to nominate candidates to fill vacant seats on the Surface Transportation Board.

Ari Ashe | Staff Reporter
January 22, 2018
Government, Business, Logistics, TCA

Trucking Industry Concerned About NAFTA Ending

President Donald Trump has pledged to rework trade deals so they benefit domestic workers, but current efforts have sparked concern among industry groups, including trucking.

January 22, 2018
Business, Equipment

Trail King Adds 12 Dealers

Trailer manufacturer Trail King Industries Inc. announced the addition of 12 new dealers to its network in the United States and Canada.

January 22, 2018
Business

East Announces Truck-Lite 99 Series Wiring Harness Standard on Flatbeds

Trailer maker East Manufacturing Corp. announced the Truck-Lite 99 Series wiring harness will be standard on all new East BST, BST II, MMX and narrow-neck flatbed trailers, starting Feb. 1.

January 22, 2018
Government, Business, Logistics

NAFTA ‘Danger Zone’ Nears as Key Talks Begin Amid Trump Threats

NAFTA talks are entering a pivotal moment as the U.S. turns up the pressure on Canada and Mexico to radically alter the trade pact in favor of American interests.

January 22, 2018
Business, Technology

Bourque Logistics to Test Blockchain for Rail Industry

Bourque Logistics announced its first blockchain project to explore the application of this shared digital ledger for its rail shipper clients.

January 22, 2018
Government, Business

Government Shutdown Continues Into Workweek as Senate Talks Drag On

WASHINGTON — The government shutdown will extend into the workweek as the Senate appeared to inch closer to ending a partisan stalemate late Jan. 21 but fell short of agreement.

January 21, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment

Meritor Realigns Operating Segments

Commercial vehicle supplier Meritor Inc. announced a realignment of its three operating segments to further drive its long-term strategic objectives while assigning new responsibilities as part of the company’s commitment to leadership development.

January 19, 2018