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.
New York City to Test Microhub Final Dropoffs
New York City officials will experiment this summer on a new system using delivery trucks to drop goods at special off-street or curbside microhubs.
Port Management Claims Unrest Has Shut Down Port of Seattle
The Pacific Maritime Associations claims that significant labor unrest by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union has shut down the Port of Seattle.
Section of I-95 in Philadelphia Collapses From Fire
PHILADELPHIA — An elevated section of Interstate 95 collapsed early June 11 after a tanker truck carrying flammable cargo caught fire, closing the segment indefinitely, authorities said.
CBP Rules Alabama Chassis Maker Avoided Tariffs
A federal agency has ruled that an Alabama chassis manufacturing company knowingly imported chassis from China that were being marketed as having been made in a Vietnamese factory.
Arkansas Adds 84 Truck Parking Spots on I-40
Amid the constant roar of Interstate 40 traffic, Arkansas state leaders celebrated opening a long-awaited commercial truck parking lot in West Memphis, adding 84 much-needed spaces.
Nearshoring Raises Cargo Theft Concerns
The increasing interest in nearshoring poses unique security considerations, including a higher likelihood of cargo thefts.
West Coast Ports See Disruption as Labor Talks Drag On
Tensions between the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union are heating up as periodic, unannounced work stoppages occur at several ports.
The Pony Express Rides Again
This week, mail enthusiasts, horseback riders and onlookers are celebrating the Pony Express’ 163rd anniversary with a nearly 2,000-mile trek from Old Sacramento, Calif., to St. Joseph, Mo.
Saddle Creek to Expand 3PL Operations in Four States
Saddle Creek Logistics Services plans to expand its warehousing and fulfillment operations in four markets, the Lakeland, Fla.-based third-party logistics provider said.
C.H. Robinson Appoints Dave Bozeman as CEO
C.H. Robinson Worldwide has selected former Amazon and Ford Motor Co. executive Dave Bozeman to serve as its next CEO, the company announced June 6.