Logistics
For the commercial transportation business, moving things from point A to point B is job one. This coverage explores all of those movements at a global level and focuses on everything from global trade, ocean shipping, and port activity to intermodal business, rail operations and the greater supply chain.
Global Shipping Company ZIM Relocates US Headquarters
ZIM American Integrated Shipping Services, a global container shipping company, is set to relocate its U.S. headquarters from Norfolk, Va., to Virginia Beach.
Roadrunner Bolsters Expansion Efforts With Eight New Lanes
Roadrunner opened eight new lanes across its network as part of a multiyear process to improve service offerings, the company announced June 20.
Truck Tonnage Slips 1.3% in May
Truck tonnage in May continued its downward year-over-year trend, dipping 1.3% when measured against the same month in 2022.
Expanding Business in a Slow Economy
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Now is the time for carriers to position their operations for a long-term balanced marketplace, according to logistics experts.
Buttigieg Promotes ‘Green Corridors’ for Ocean Shipping
YOKOHAMA, Japan — An American push to establish “green shipping corridors” is key to reducing carbon emissions from the shipping industry, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.
I-95 Section in Philadelphia Could Reopen by End of June
PHILADELPHIA — The collapsed stretch of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia will reopen within two weeks, Pennsylvania’s governor said June 17 after joining President Joe Biden on a tour.
Rail Industry Sues to Block CARB’s Emission Rules
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The railroad industry on June 16 sued to block new environmental rules in California, saying the technology for zero-emission locomotives won’t be ready on time.
Michigan Welcomes RXO to Ann Arbor
Michigan state officials are enthusiastic about 140 new jobs and a $2.35 million expansion in Ann Arbor by RXO Corporate Solutions to increase its brokerage presence.
FMCSA Issues Guidance on Brokerage, Dispatch Service Terms
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued final regulatory guidance on its definitions of ‘‘broker’’ and ‘‘bona fide agents.”
Amazon Debuts ‘HQ2’ Complex in Virginia
ARLINGTON, Va. — Amazon unveiled its new headquarters complex in Virginia June 15, a pair of gleaming amenity-packed towers that leaders hope will persuade employees to return to the office.