Consumer confidence declined this month, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Friday.

Transportation Solutions Enterprises said Tuesday it has acquired Chicago-based logistics firm The Treppel Group LLC. Terms were not disclosed.

Manufacturers of flatbed trailers say they are increasing production and rolling out new models to help haulers meet their customers’ rising demands as business picks up following the prolonged economic recession.

A 9% surge in domestic container shipping, fueled by growth in the eastern United States, led to 2.4% overall growth in intermodal shipping during the second quarter, according to a new report.

Legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate last week would make illegal the interstate transportation of horses in double-decker trailers.

Swift Transportation Co. said it has acquired privately held carrier Central Refrigerated for $225 million.

EZE Trucking, Rialto, Calif., said it has acquired Rig Runners Inc., a Houston-based heavy-haul trucking and logistics company.

C.H. Robinson Worldwide said its second-quarter net income fell slightly from a year ago, but revenue improved.