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Trucking Industry Reports Predictably Weak Q2
The trucking industry reported a weak second quarter with freight volumes and destocking efforts putting downward pressure on demand.
Yellow Might Get Loan From Fellow Trucking Fleet to Pay Debts
Yellow Corp. has sparked a bidding war between investment firms and a rival trucking company interested in funding the now-shuttered company’s liquidation.
August 9, 2023Searches for UPS Jobs Soar Following Union Deal
UPS Inc. has become a hot employer since its union last month secured $30 billion in new money over a five-year contract.
UPS Lost More Business Than Expected on Strike Threat
Profits at UPS fell year-over-year in the second quarter as the parcel carrier lost more business to rivals than expected due to uncertainty surrounding negotiations with the Teamsters.
Yellow Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Yellow Corp. on Aug. 7 announced it was seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and entering into an agreement that would secure sufficient financing to wind down operations.
XPO Reports Q2 Income, Revenue Decline
XPO saw second-quarter net income and revenue decline, but the company sees momentum headed into the third quarter.
Yellow Closure Reshuffles LTL Sector
Less-than-truckload carrier Yellow Corp.'s ceasing of operations on July 30 after nearly 100 years in business is causing an upheaval for both its customers and the broader LTL market.
Schneider Sees Drop in Q2 Earnings
Schneider National on Aug. 3 announced that both income and revenue fell during the second quarter.
Schneider Acquires M&M Transport
Schneider National Inc. announced that it is acquiring dedicated contract carrier M&M Transport Services.
TFI Q2 Profit Dips by More Than 50% on Lower Freight Volumes
Profits at TFI International Inc. more than halved in the second quarter of 2023 to $128.2 million from $276.8 million in the year-ago period, the company said.