Shippers, Retailers Focus on Upcoming ILWU, PMA Contract Talks
The retail sector is urging West Coast port workers and leaders to begin negotiations early on a new labor contract, a move that could prevent potential future delays at facilities that already are dealing with backlogs.
February 28, 2022Embark Partners With Alterra on Transfer Points
Autonomous truck software developer Embark Trucks Inc. announced a strategic partnership with Alterra Property Group, a real estate investment company focused on industrial outdoor storage properties, to identify and launch transfer-point sites across the Sunbelt.
February 28, 2022GXO, Clipper Boards Agree to Terms on Acquisition
The GXO Logistics and Clipper Logistics boards of directors on Feb. 28 said they have agreed to terms on the contract logistics company’s previously announced potential acquisition of Clipper.
February 28, 2022Georgia’s Port of Savannah Has Big Expansion Plans
Already the second-busiest port on the Atlantic coast, Georgia’s Port of Savannah has big expansion plans.
February 28, 2022Americold Narrows Loss, Names George Chappelle New CEO
Refrigerated warehouse operator Americold Realty Trust narrowed its loss in the fourth quarter and posted a large gain in revenue. It also made interim CEO George Chappelle’s position permanent.
February 25, 2022Roberts Energy Acquires Abenaqui Carriers
Direct fuel supplier Roberts Energy and its transport division Brown Bear Transportation announced Feb. 21 the acquisition of Abenaqui Carriers.
February 25, 2022Biden Hits Russia With Sanctions, Says Putin ‘Chose’ War
President Joe Biden ordered broad new sanctions targeting Russia on Feb. 24 after its invasion of Ukraine, declaring that Russian leader Vladimir Putin “chose this war” and his country will bear the consequences.
February 24, 2022ATA, OOIDA Urge Buttigieg to Commit Funds to Truck Parking
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is being urged to prioritize infrastructure funds to boost the nation’s truck parking capacity.
February 24, 2022US Presents ‘Buy American’ Plan to Ease Supply Chain Squeeze
The Biden administration announced several new actions Feb. 24 intended to ease supply chain disruptions that have plagued the economy during the coronavirus pandemic.
February 24, 2022Ports to Get $450 Million to Speed Flow of Goods
As cargo volumes continued to surge at the nation’s ports in January, the Biden administration on Feb. 23 announced plans to make $450 million available in new grant funding as part of the Department of Transportation’s Port Infrastructure Development Program.
February 23, 2022