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2019 Top 100 Private Carriers
While stability reigns across much of this year’s Transport Topics Top 100 Private Carriers list, the new rankings do reflect some significant shake-ups.
Turning Grease Into Gold
In six decades, Valley Proteins has gone from a fleet of a single truck to a fleet of nearly 500 tractors and more than 100 straight trucks.
Insourcing Versus Outsourcing Final-Mile Transportation
As demand for file-mile delivery continues to expand, retailers must decide whether to outsource home delivery to a third-party carrier or handle it in-house through a private fleet.
Shippers Turn to Transportation to Reduce Emissions
In an increasingly environmentally conscious world, many companies are adopting more sustainable transportation methods to reduce their carbon footprint.
Interactive Map: Where the 2019 Top 100 Private Carriers Are in North America
Find out where the carriers are by regions in North America.
August 22, 2019Celadon Gets $165 Million Infusion From Luminus Management
An investor that helped Celadon Group Inc. refinance its debt has acquired nearly half of the company through a $165 million deal that the motor carrier said will help it move forward with its turnaround plans.
Amazon-FedEx Split Sets Battle Lines in E-Commerce Delivery Feud
FedEx Corp.’s retreat from handling packages for Amazon.com Inc. signals that the lines are being drawn in the battle over surging e-commerce shipments.
Jack Cooper Files for Bankruptcy, but Pledges 'Business as Usual'
Despite filing for bankruptcy, it will be “business as usual” for Jack Cooper Ventures Inc.
Roadrunner to Focus on 3PL, LTL After Net Losses in 2Q
Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc. will narrow future operations to logistics and less-than-truckload after a disappointing second quarter, company officials said in an Aug. 7 news release.
FedEx Ends Ground-Delivery Deal With Amazon
FedEx Corp. is ending its ground-service delivery contract with Amazon.com, a sign the delivery giant is pulling away from the largest U.S. e-commerce company and focusing on other clients in the market, such as Walmart and Walgreens.