U.S. intermodal traffic rose 3.6% for the week ended Saturday from a year ago, the Association of American Railroads said.
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Quiet Logistics Hired by Vida Shoes
Distribution and warehouse operator Quiet Logistics has been enlisted by footwear maker Vida Shoes International Inc. to handle fulfillment for online orders.
April 12, 2012Railroad Crossing Rule Still Being Considered
While the notion that trucks should not stop on a railroad track seems to make a lot of sense, federal regulars have yet to finalize a proposed federal railroad grade crossing rule that they say would save lives.
Entrec Acquires Singer Companies
Canadian carrier Entrec Transportation Services on Monday said it has purchased the Singer Specialized Group of Companies for C$15.3 million in stock and cash, minus the value of long-term debt.
April 9, 2012Great Dane Opens Factory, Begins Work on Design Lab
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Great Dane Trailers unveiled two major expansion projects for its operations in the Savannah area last week, officially opening the doors on its ninth manufacturing plant and breaking ground for an engineering and testing facility.
April 9, 2012Dramatic Texas Tornados Damage Equipment at Three Truck Facilities; No Injuries Reported
A burst of tornados struck the Dallas area last week, severely damaging trucks and trailers at a Schneider National Inc. terminal, a truck dealer’s facility and a trailer dealer’s lot.
April 9, 2012New Trailer Orders Decline 4%, but Makers Remain Confident
Customers ordered a net total of 21,800 new commercial trailers in February, a 4% drop from last February, ACT Research Co. reported, but manufacturers were confident it was just a temporary lull.
April 9, 2012Intermodal Traffic Rises 3.6% for Week
Rails Coax Brokers, Shippers to Fill Trains Via Intermodal
SAN ANTONIO — Transportation brokers have an underused opportunity to move freight via intermodal shipping, but those rail shipments can require special attention, several industry experts said.
April 5, 20123PL Leading Edge Acquires C&F Logistics
Third-party logistics company Leading Edge Logistics announced its acquisition of C&F Logistics. Terms were not disclosed.
April 5, 2012XPO Opens Operations Office in North Carolina
XPO Logistics said it has opened its new North American operations center in Charlotte, N.C.
April 5, 2012