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.
Amazon Unveils Smaller Delivery Drone That Can Fly in Rain
Amazon.com Inc. unveiled a new delivery drone on Nov. 10 that’s smaller, makes less noise and can fly through light rain, the latest effort to get the troubled and long-developing project off the ground.
EPA to Consider Tougher Locomotives Emissions Rules
The Environmental Protection Agency said Nov. 9 it will consider adopting stricter rules on locomotive emissions in response to concerns raised by California regulators.
GXO Reports Higher Revenue, Lower Earnings for Q3
GXO Logistics Inc. reported revenue growth and a decline in earnings in its third-quarter report released Nov. 8.
Ohio Answers Some Parking Needs by Converting Weigh Stations
To address a shortage of spaces, Ohio is converting more than a dozen weigh stations into truck parking lots and modernizing rest areas.
Secretary Pete Buttigieg Touts FLOW Data Initiative
More than half a year after the launch of an information-sharing forum meant to facilitate communication between freight stakeholders, the country’s top transportation officer gave it a resounding endorsement.
Ascend Acquires Fuchs Trucking
Logistics services provider Ascend announced it acquired Fuchs Trucking, based in Sauk City, Wis., a move intended to deepen Ascend’s footprint in the upper Midwest.
November 7, 2022New International Bridge Aims to Help Laredo Remain No. 1 Inland Port
Already the No. 1 inland port in North America, Laredo is expected to further solidify its position and see substantial trade growth according to local leaders thanks to the planned addition of a second international railway bridge.
South Florida Now in Forecast Cone for Potential Hurricane Nicole
South Florida is now in the forecast cone for Subtropical Storm Nicole, which is forecast to be near hurricane strength, or possibly a hurricane, by midweek, according to the National Hurricane Center’s latest advisory.
Supply Chain Woes Accelerate Reshoring, Nearshoring Trend
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic followed by supply chain disruptions around the world has sparked a resurgence of companies bringing sourcing and manufacturing back to the United States or closer to U.S. shores.
Top North American Seaports and Airports Realize Record Volumes
Seaports and airports across North America experienced record-breaking volume in 2021 amid growing consumer demand.