The House is considering a must-pass annual defense policy bill that includes a review of a new moving contract and security enhancements for trucks at military bases and installations.
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Defense Bill Proposes GAO Review of Moving Contract
Port of Los Angeles Imports Fell 4.5% in May
Imports at the Port of Los Angeles remained above the pre-pandemic peak in the first five months of 2024 despite ticking down in May compared to a year before.
FedEx to Cut Up to 2,000 Europe Jobs
FedEx Corp. plans to cut as many as 2,000 jobs in Europe, the latest move by the package delivery giant to streamline its global workforce and rein in costs.
Traffic Resumes Through Port of Baltimore
BALTIMORE — Authorities anticipate commercial shipping traffic through the Port of Baltimore will soon return to normal levels since the channel fully reopened earlier this week.
Thousands of Drivers File Arbitration Claims Against Amazon
NEW YORK — Thousands of delivery drivers filed legal claims against Amazon on June 11, alleging the company’s classification of them as independent contractors has led to unpaid wages.
Viewpoint: Transportation Procurement Involves Evolving Processes
From a carrier’s perspective, the way shippers procure transportation can seem arbitrary, with limited thought or imagination. In reality, their approach has become more sophisticated.
Private Fleets Pursuing Emissions Goals More Aggressively
Across all areas of the economy, shippers are facing increasing pressure to make their operations more sustainable and to meet environmental, sustainability and governance targets.
Dockworkers at Ports From Boston to Houston Halt Labor Talks
The union representing dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast container ports has suspended labor contract negotiations set for June 11, citing a dispute over automation.
Baltimore Shipping Channel Fully Reopens
BALTIMORE — The main shipping channel into Baltimore’s port has fully reopened to its original depth and width following the March 26 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
CN Seeks Binding Talks With Teamsters in Labor Dispute
Canadian National Railway amped up pressure on the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference to resolve an ongoing labor dispute with potentially wide-ranging impacts across North American supply chains.