Two rail unions settled with carriers on a tentative agreement in the days leading up to a possible Dec. 6 walkout, averting a strike and allowing shippers and fleets to utter a collective sigh of relief.

Consumer confidence rose this month to a six-month high, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Friday.

C.H. Robinson Worldwide announced late Thursday that its board has declared an increase to its regular quarterly cash dividend.

Echo Global Logistics has announced its acquisition of Trailer Transport Systems, an intermodal marketing company, to enhance Echo’s truck/rail service offerings.

Alisam Freight Management, a San Antonio logistics company, said it has acquired motor carrier Plains Transportation Inc., Amarillo, Texas, for an undisclosed sum.

Georgia flatbed hauler Bennett Motor Express has acquired logistics and brokerage company Best Ways Brokerage for an undisclosed sum.

The judge overseeing the bankruptcy case of Trailer Bridge Inc. will set a deadline for creditors to file claims at a Dec. 14 hearing.

The Port of Savannah’s intermodal capacity will be enhanced by a $6.5 million project to add 1.2 miles of rail track at a container transfer terminal, the Georgia Ports Authority announced.

Express Scripts Canada said it has signed a supply chain contract to have SCI Logistics manage the home delivery of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.