Americold Logistics has agreed to buy Cloverleaf Cold Storage for $1.24 billion, a move that ramps up a trend toward consolidation in the refrigerated warehousing sector.
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Americold Agrees to Acquire Cloverleaf Cold Storage
Canadian National Rail Pledges $80 Million for Minnesota Improvements
Canadian National Railway plans to invest more than $80 million in Minnesota this year — spending it, they said, would strengthen the company’s rail network across the state.
New York Looking to Extend Port Authority to Buffalo
Instead of unloading the containers at the New York port and putting them on trucks there, the idea is to unload the containers onto a train that would take them to Buffalo.
As Trade War Simmers, US Soybean Shipments Hit One-Year Low
Shipments of American soybeans are at the lowest level since before the U.S.-China trade war in what could be a worrying sign for growers hoping for the Asian giant to accelerate purchases ahead of a trade deal.
Perspective: To Compete, Shippers Must Invest in Smart Technologies
To compete in the package delivery business, shippers must provide the best customer experience possible by investing in smart technologies and selecting the right delivery model, says Trevor Outman of Shipware.
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin Says US Open to Facing Penalties in China Trade Deal
The United States is open to facing “repercussions” if it doesn’t live up to its commitments in a potential trade deal with China, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said, in a sign that the two sides are edging closer to an accord.
Drivers Feel Safer in Hotel Rooms, Fleets Say
Carriers that provide paid lodging for drivers say sleeping in hotel rooms not only improves their quality of rest, but also provides them with a greater sense of security.
April 15, 2019Some Fleets Embrace Paid Lodging for Drivers as Alternative to Sleeper Cabs
Some companies are embracing daycabs and hotel stays for drivers, rather than sleeper cabs. Benefits include safety and better sleep.
Spring Snowstorm Buries Midwest, Tornadoes Possible in South
Strong winds and more snow hit the Midwest on April 12 after a spring storm buried several states in snow and created dangerous travel conditions, while forecasters warned of potential weekend tornadoes in the South.
April 12, 2019Port Logistics Group Expands Into Midwest
Port Logistics Group, a Los Angeles-based warehousing and transloading company, announced its first expansion into the Midwest on April 4.
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