The use of automation in warehouses to streamline efficiencies, already part of the conversation pre-pandemic, has accelerated.
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Warehouses Look at Ways to Improve Recruitment, Retention
M&A Deals Require Intention and Involvement During Process
The joining of trucking companies comes with challenges throughout the merger and acquisition process. The slow-moving procedure was exacerbated during the boom/bust cycle of 2022-23.
Freight Market Stabilization Bolsters M&A Optimism
As trucking mergers and acquisitions followed the freight market into a down cycle, conditions have stabilized, showing positive signs for the sector going forward.
Port of Long Beach CEO Says Cargo Up Eighth Straight Month
Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero said April numbers will show trade flows coming to the U.S. West Coast are continuing to strengthen.
Forward Air Ends Eventful Q1 With Positive Revenue Growth
Forward Air Corp. ended an eventful first quarter with positive revenue growth but a decline in total earnings, the company reported May 8.
Activist Investor Wins 3 Norfolk Southern Board Seats
Norfolk Southern’s CEO will be under more pressure to improve profits after the railroad’s shareholders voted May 9 to elect three of the board members an activist investor nominated.
House to Examine Baltimore Bridge Collapse May 15
WASHINGTON — A House panel this month will review concerns associated with efforts at the Port of Baltimore, where crews will eventually rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Nikola Q1 Loss Narrows; Cost of Truck Production Soars
Losses at Nikola in the first quarter narrowed year-over-year, and executives are more bullish than in previous quarters about the truck maker’s prospects even as production costs soar.
Tornadoes Destroy Michigan FedEx Facility but Workers Safe
PAVILION TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Two reported tornadoes struck a Michigan city and the surrounding area May 7, destroying homes and commercial buildings, including a FedEx facility.
May 8, 2024GXO Posts Net Loss, but Revenue Increases to $2.46B in Q1
GXO Logistics experienced a decline in earnings on an increase in revenue to $2.46 billion during the first quarter of 2024, the company reported May 7.