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.
Ohio Coordinates ‘Super Load’ Cargo Movements on Trucks
Ohio transportation officials are coordinating the movements of several trucks carrying “super loads” of cargo weighing up to 900,000 pounds.
What's That? Safety Stock
From a surface perspective, safety stock is extra quantity of a product which is stored in the warehouse to prevent an out-of-stock situation. It serves as insurance against fluctuations in demand.
May 30, 2024Amazon to Expand US Drone Service
Amazon.com’s Prime Air drone program has been cleared by regulators to fly devices beyond the visual line of sight of pilots, increasing range and giving more customers access to the service.
Johns Hopkins Team Assessing Nation’s Bridges
BALTIMORE — Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore are assessing the country’s bridges to determine the likelihood of a disaster like the one that collapsed the Key Bridge.
Cargo Thefts Remained Unusually High in First Quarter
The trucking industry struggled through an unusually high number of cargo thefts during the first quarter, according to Verisk Analytics’ CargoNet report.
Ports Report More Volume Gains for April
U.S. ports continued to see year-over-year container volume increases in April, with the Port of Los Angeles reporting its ninth consecutive month of year-over-year growth.
Some Shipping Container Costs Hit $10,000
Companies transporting goods from Asia face costs of as much $10,000 for an urgent full-size shipping container over the next month — about double current spot rates.
Update: Movers Group Seeks Review of $20B Contract for Military Moves
"Movers for America" is asking Congress to direct the U.S. Government Accountability Office to pause the $20 billion contract awarded to HomeSafe Alliance, evaluate program for moving military members and their families.
May 28, 2024Penske Forms EV Infrastructure Advisory JV With Mitsui Unit
LAS VEGAS — Penske Transportation Solutions and ForeFront Power are teaming up for an electric vehicle infrastructure advisory joint venture to be known as Penske Energy, the partners said May 21.
Canada Grants $10M to Top Mineral Port to Boost Supply Chain
Canada is investing C$10 million from its National Trade Corridors Fund to alleviate supply chain congestion and modernize an aluminum terminal at the Port of Sept-Îles.