Spotlight
IFDA brings 'best of the best' to Orlando, but wants to know where next best coming from
IFDA brings 'best of the best' to Orlando, but wants to know where next best coming from

Food distribution stands as one of the toughest jobs in a tough industry as job demands both driving skills and physical labor.

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Freight activity out of the North Carolina coast drops by more than 60%
Freight activity out of the North Carolina coast drops by more than 60%

Hurricane Florence has practically shutdown any outbound trucking activity out of the North Carolina coastal market

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August sees record-breaking number of Class 8 net orders
August sees record-breaking number of Class 8 net orders

It also marks the sixth time in eight months NA Class 8 net orders topped 40,000 units, according to ACT Research.

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Order up: Denny's serves free breakfast food to those affected by Hurricane Florence
Order up: Denny's serves free breakfast food to those affected by Hurricane Florence

The 53-foot restaurant on wheels not only provides nourishment for those who may be running low on supplies, it also provides the comfort of a hot breakfast to local residents, first responders and volunteers.

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IKEA accelerates electric vehicle home delivery by 2020
IKEA accelerates electric vehicle home delivery by 2020

In September 2017, IKEA Group was one of the first to join EV100—a global initiative created by The Climate Group—and now, a year later, IKEA Group has announced their commitment to moving toward zero emissions deliveries in 5 major cities by 2020.

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FREIGHTWAVES' SONAR CHART OF THE WEEK (SEPT 23- SEPT. 29, 2018) 

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SONAR (OTMS.ILM) Outbound tender market share wilmington, NC

SONAR aggregates data from hundreds of sources, presenting the data in charts and maps and providing commentary on what freight market experts want to know about the industry- in real time.

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Insurance & Claims Management
Brake safety day: raising awareness to raise safety standards
Brake safety day: raising awareness to raise safety standards

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

Many of the 1,600 violations were easily preventable, but no one had caught them prior to the surprise inspection.

Data in, data out: What’s data got to do with driver retention?
Data in, data out: What’s data got to do with driver retention?

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

One of the most important opportunities remains frequently overlooked when it comes to data: the human element.

We have the technology: is solving drunk driving as easy as it sounds?
We have the technology: is solving drunk driving as easy as it sounds?

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

The idea that technology will save lives is exciting on the one hand. On the other, just how seamless will the technology be? Will it be optional or mandatory?

Top 3 ways to attract and retain supply chain talent
Top 3 ways to attract and retain supply chain talent

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

A survey of nearly 16,000 warehouse workers uncovers three key factors to attracting and retaining supply chain talent in anticipation of holiday peak season and single-digit unemployment rate.

162 transportation and logistics companies make the 2018 Inc. 5000
162 transportation and logistics companies make the 2018 Inc. 5000

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

If you’re obsessed with growth, you’ll love the report. If you’re obsessed with logistics and the movement of freight, you’ll love the news even more.

Training drivers post-incident, in nice small nuggets
Training drivers post-incident, in nice small nuggets

The idea behind the new training program is to work with the drivers involved in an incident right away, wherever they are, and not eat up too much of their time.

Women make better drivers than men so why aren't there more during a capacity crunch?
Women make better drivers than men so why aren't there more during a capacity crunch?

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

Among other things, women are known to take fewer risks on the road and also drive more carefully compared to men, thereby reducing the number of accidents caused due to negligence.

Technology as a means to improve safety, retention
Technology as a means to improve safety, retention

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

Savvy companies know how to utilize technology to help solve retention issues, which, with patience, will lead to stronger quarters.

DOT pilot program to study the safety of 18-20 year-old commercial drivers
DOT pilot program to study the safety of 18-20 year-old commercial drivers

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

The DOT’s pilot program to study the feasibility of 18-21-year-old drivers will have an insurance impact, but what exactly do insurance providers think of the proposal?

Cybersecurity is fast becoming critical, yet remains a non-core competency for most executives
Cybersecurity is fast becoming critical, yet remains a non-core competency for most executives

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

With autonomous vehicles virtually at our doorstep, it is becoming mission critical for carriers and drivers to protect themselves. Points of vulnerability will be exploited by those who seek to cause harm, economically or otherwise.

Can you solve the driver problem by making trucking cool again?
Can you solve the driver problem by making trucking cool again?

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

Other than the economy slowing and unemployment rising, is there a solution to the driver problem?

Data driven solutions: a conversation with John Seidl
Data driven solutions: a conversation with John Seidl

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

On the heels of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s announcement regarding the Solving for Safety Visualization Challenge, FreightWaves spoke with Reliance Partners’ John Seidl to learn more about risk management in the industry.

How can owner-operators get the best deal on trucking insurance?
How can owner-operators get the best deal on trucking insurance?

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

There are a lot of reasons why it’s hard for owner-operators to get the best deal possible on their truck insurance. Owner-operators are busy.

Developing better compensation packages for retention and improving insurance
Developing better compensation packages for retention and improving insurance

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

One of his specific points of focus for improving driving retention has to do with compensation packages. Compensation packages have become more sophisticated in recent years, but there is room for improvement.

Alert: June 7 is one of the most dangerous days for truck drivers
Alert: June 7 is one of the most dangerous days for truck drivers

On June 7th, the highest odds for a truck being in a collision will occur between 4 pm and 7 pm and between 9 pm and midnight, accounting for 21% and 19% of the day’s accidents, respectively, almost twice what would be expected if accidents occurred at random times.

Award-winning Reliance setting itself apart through diversity and attractive work culture
Award-winning Reliance setting itself apart through diversity and attractive work culture

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

FreightWaves visited the Reliance office in downtown Chattanooga this week to speak with COO and president, Chad Eichelberger and Laura Anne Howell and get a sense of what makes the secret sauce so special.

A panel of top trucking execs weighs in on ELDs, pricing and the driver squeeze
A panel of top trucking execs weighs in on ELDs, pricing and the driver squeeze

Everyone sees the market as strong and staying that way, but are there other headwinds in the trucking sector?

Trailer interchange and why you need the insurance
Trailer interchange and why you need the insurance

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

Depending on the limit and deductible you choose, your trailer interchange coverage should add between $100 and $1500 a year to your overall insurance cost.

How to document and report accidents fast for lower claims
How to document and report accidents fast for lower claims

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

Regardless of whether the accident was the driver's fault, documentation helps support the ease and efficiency of the process. The point is, document first, ask questions later.

Two controversial approaches to “solving” the scarcity of commercially-licensed drivers
Two controversial approaches to “solving” the scarcity of commercially-licensed drivers

Sponsored by Reliance Partners…

Two very different approaches could give some breathing room to the tightening CDL driver shortage.

Safety must become a core value for new driver hiring
Safety must become a core value for new driver hiring

Brought to you by Reliance Partners…

Begin the process by providing clarity and expectations first on the basics, such as driving, detention, and layover, the nuts-and-bolts of the driving job.

Top 5 ways fleets can save on insurance
Top 5 ways fleets can save on insurance

Presented by Reliance Partners…

While there are loads of ways to save on insurance costs, some aren’t as realistic as others. We’ve distilled it down to a concentrated Top 5.

Are ELDs making our roads safer?
Are ELDs making our roads safer?

Presented by Reliance Partners ...

The jury is still out as to whether or not ELDs actually make our roads safer, but many say they're working.

CAB is a little-known firm with big influence on fleets’ insurance premiums
CAB is a little-known firm with big influence on fleets’ insurance premiums

Presented by Reliance Partners ...

CAB compiles data and translates that into actionable information for insurers and underwriters to make more informed decisions on carriers.

You need to build a safety culture, but it takes a lot of work: TCA panelists
You need to build a safety culture, but it takes a lot of work: TCA panelists

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

It isn't easy, it isn't quick, but having a safety culture in your company can pay some clear dividends.

From trailer wraps to warehouse sensors, the things that scare off cargo thieves
From trailer wraps to warehouse sensors, the things that scare off cargo thieves

Presented by Reliance Partners ...

Cargo theft doesn't just happen on the road, it can also happen at the warehouse. To prevent it, leading experts noted some of the approaches that scare away thieves.

Hauling containers? You need intermodal insurance
Hauling containers? You need intermodal insurance

Presented by Reliance Partners ...

As if insurance requirements are not confusing enough for truckers, there is additional insurance policies some truckers or carriers need that others do not. This includes intermodal insurance coverage

As juries hold 3PLs responsible for carrier actions, broader insurance coverage becomes a necessity
As juries hold 3PLs responsible for carrier actions, broader insurance coverage becomes a necessity

When a 3PL is involved in moving goods, there are a number of liability areas where that 3PL could be held responsible, from the actions of the carrier to condition of the goods.

Data helping insurers, government crack down on chameleon trucking companies
Data helping insurers, government crack down on chameleon trucking companies

Presented by Reliance Partners ...

For truly safe trucking companies, chameleon carriers are a problem. But it is one that data is helping solve.

Insuring Mexican drivers critical to moving NAFTA freight
Insuring Mexican drivers critical to moving NAFTA freight

Insurance & Risk Management presented by Reliance Partners ...

U.S. companies moving freight across the border need additional insurance to cover their Mexican drivers, even if it is only within the border zone

Cash Flow Corner
Common factoring mistakes trucking companies make
Common factoring mistakes trucking companies make

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

Factoring can be a great way for small businesses, especially trucking companies, to manage their cash flow effectively and not devote valuable time that can be better spent hauling the next load because you are chasing down a late payer.

Time to buy? Why now may be the best time to purchase a used truck
Time to buy? Why now may be the best time to purchase a used truck

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

There may never be a better time to replace your current truck, and while It may not be a new one, a low mileage, high-quality used truck could also provide a big tax benefit.

What’s the best way to recruit a new driver?
What’s the best way to recruit a new driver?

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

It doesn’t matter if you believe the driver shortage is real or not, if you need a driver, you need a driver. So how do you get one?

Cash is king, so you should forecast for it in your trucking operation
Cash is king, so you should forecast for it in your trucking operation

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

Regular budget forecasting can help businesses better manage their cash flow and help identify potential revenue problems.

The cybersecurity threat is real, here’s what you can do about it
The cybersecurity threat is real, here’s what you can do about it

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

If you are a smaller company – be it a carrier, owner-operator, broker or shipper - are you really safe from a cyberattack? Here’s what you can do to protect yourself.

Combating cheap freight with direct shippers
Combating cheap freight with direct shippers

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

Running under your own authority offers plenty of challenges, but some would have it no other way. One of the biggest challenges is finding freight.

Short-term health insurance plans: Should truck drivers consider them?
Short-term health insurance plans: Should truck drivers consider them?

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

Short-term insurance plans can be a life saver during gaps in coverage, but with new rules allowing them to extend up to 3 years, it's important to understand what they cover and what they do not.

To buy new or retread, making the right tire choice
To buy new or retread, making the right tire choice

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

When it comes time to replace tires, whether they are on the tractor or the trailer, more fleets are turning to retreads as a cost-effective alternative to new tires.

Helping out a trucker: 5 charities worth considering
Helping out a trucker: 5 charities worth considering

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

During a period of crisis in their lives, truck drivers often have nowhere to turn. But, there are several charities available to assist during these emotional times.

Paying your employees: Finding the right online option to payroll
Paying your employees: Finding the right online option to payroll

Cashflow Corner presented by TriumphPay ...

When owner-operators and small fleets make the decision to expand their businesses by adding trucks and people, they often turn to the online payroll systems to pay them.

FREIGHTWAVES MARKET INSIGHTS
Freight activity out of the North Carolina coast drops by more than 60%
Freight activity out of the North Carolina coast drops by more than 60%

Hurricane Florence has practically shutdown any outbound trucking activity out of the North Carolina coastal market

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Seeing patterns as a path to improved freight management
Seeing patterns as a path to improved freight management

The smartest minds on Wall Street use charting analytics to quickly identify and then track trends in multiple data sets. Why? Because it works. And now freight professionals are learning how to do the same. 

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Charlotte and Atlanta are flooded with relief supplies as truckers help prepare for Florence
Charlotte and Atlanta are flooded with relief supplies as truckers help prepare for Florence

Charlotte and Atlanta see outsized inbound volumes as carriers move relief suppies into staging areas

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U.S. Xpress CEO says capacity and tariff concerns likely to drive extended peak season
U.S. Xpress CEO says capacity and tariff concerns likely to drive extended peak season

Tight capacity and soaring spot rates have more customers looking at dedicated capacity for coming year.

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Weekly Market Update: Hurricane Florence Edition
Weekly Market Update: Hurricane Florence Edition

Hurricane Florence bears down on the Carolinas. Freight markets are reacting before the first rain drops have fallen.

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Florence and the FEMA Machine could surge freight spot rates to new highs
Florence and the FEMA Machine could surge freight spot rates to new highs

As the residents on the East Coast prepare for the potential of the largest storm to hit the coast in two decades, logistics professionals should prepare for the disruption it will mean to their networks

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Florence and the FEMA Machine could surge freight spot rates to new highs
Florence and the FEMA Machine could surge freight spot rates to new highs

As the residents on the East Coast prepare for the potential of the largest storm to hit the coast in two decades, logistics professionals should prepare for the disruption it will mean to their networks

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No walking in Memphis: the city is the #1 headhaul market in the U.S.
No walking in Memphis: the city is the #1 headhaul market in the U.S.

Truckers are not singing the blues in Memphis (except on Beale Street): It’s currently the number one headhaul market in the U.S.

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Dallas freight volumes drop, West Coast surges
Dallas freight volumes drop, West Coast surges

Los Angeles volumes spiked just before Labor Day, but it doesn’t appear to be an artificial surge related to the holiday. In the next week we’ll start to see how the fall shipping season is shaping up.

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Freight volumes in the 3rd quarter have been stronger than the 2nd, it just doesn't feel that way
Freight volumes in the 3rd quarter have been stronger than the 2nd, it just doesn't feel that way

For the trucking market, the third quarter has been stronger than the second, but no one would know it

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Expect peak shipping season to be tougher than ever, experts warn
Expect peak shipping season to be tougher than ever, experts warn

Peak shipping season is just starting and experts see no let up in freight demand.

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Introducing SONAR’s ‘Panama spread’
Introducing SONAR’s ‘Panama spread’

SONAR’s new index shows the cost difference for Asian exporters moving goods into East Coast or West Coast ports. When combined with trucking spot prices, the Panama spread helps explain recent shifts in trade flows.

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Truckload turndowns currently at 2018 low: Is the bottom in?
Truckload turndowns currently at 2018 low: Is the bottom in?

Carriers and brokers have been talking about how slow August has been. Good news: According to our technical indicators, the market is about the turn back in their favor

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Weekly freight barometers stabilizing
Weekly freight barometers stabilizing

The Dry Van Weekly Barometer is predicting stronger contract pricing in coming months.  Even though it has pulled back from extreme highs, it continues to reflect one of the highest levels of demand in excess of capacity in the history of the barometer.

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FREIGHTWAVES FACTS & FIGURES
The U.S. Rail Industry
The U.S. Rail Industry

There are approximately 600 rails spanning 140,000 miles in the United States. We take a look at this massive industry in our latest infographic.

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Three Port Drayage Study
Three Port Drayage Study

We conducted a survey in partnership with CarrierLists to find out information on three particular U.S. ports: Long Beach, Savannah, and Miami. This infographic highlights the data we found.

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MarketWaves18: What to Expect
MarketWaves18: What to Expect

We take a look at what attendees can expect to see at MarketWaves18 in November.

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A Look at Freight Alley
A Look at Freight Alley

Freight Alley, the Mid-South region that includes Tennessee, the Carolinas, Alabama, and Georgia plays an enormous role in the national logistics network.

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Human Trafficking: By The Numbers
Human Trafficking: By The Numbers

We take a look at human trafficking and how U.S. truckers and Truckers Against Trafficking can help combat the issue.

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Driver Appreciation Week
Driver Appreciation Week

For driver appreciation week, we look at the survey responses of 400 drivers to see how they feel about the industry and job.

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How Organizations Recruit Drivers (Top 10)
How Organizations Recruit Drivers (Top 10)

We look at responses from 2,400 industry professionals — submitted to the annual Telematics Benchmark Report — to see what methods they prefer to use when recruiting truck drivers.

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Freight trends by mode
Freight trends by mode

We look at average annual growth rate and ton-miles by freight mode in our latest infographic.

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Old Dominion operating metrics: August
Old Dominion operating metrics: August

We cover Old Dominion’s latest operating metrics in our latest infographic.

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Class 8 Truck Orders — August 2018
Class 8 Truck Orders — August 2018

Both FTR Research and ACT reported all-time high monthly numbers in August. We highlight them in our latest infogrpahic.

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RECENT ARTICLES

Featured
IFDA brings 'best of the best' to Orlando, but wants to know where next best coming from
IFDA brings 'best of the best' to Orlando, but wants to know where next best coming from

Food distribution stands as one of the toughest jobs in a tough industry as job demands both driving skills and physical labor.

Freight activity out of the North Carolina coast drops by more than 60%
Freight activity out of the North Carolina coast drops by more than 60%

Hurricane Florence has practically shutdown any outbound trucking activity out of the North Carolina coastal market

August sees record-breaking number of Class 8 net orders
August sees record-breaking number of Class 8 net orders

It also marks the sixth time in eight months NA Class 8 net orders topped 40,000 units, according to ACT Research.

Order up: Denny's serves free breakfast food to those affected by Hurricane Florence
Order up: Denny's serves free breakfast food to those affected by Hurricane Florence

The 53-foot restaurant on wheels not only provides nourishment for those who may be running low on supplies, it also provides the comfort of a hot breakfast to local residents, first responders and volunteers.

The U.S. Rail Industry
The U.S. Rail Industry

There are approximately 600 rails spanning 140,000 miles in the United States. We take a look at this massive industry in our latest infographic.

What The Truck?!? - September 21, 2018
What The Truck?!? - September 21, 2018

Freight Alley: a region where logistics contributes to more than 40% of the economy. ArcBest's pension problems. JP and Chad sit down with Ashley Smith from Truckers Against Trafficking for 5 Good Minutes. It all connects: supply chain sustainability is just good business. Finally, Punjabis and their rise as an Indian-origin trucking community in the U.S. Chad and JP discuss all this and more on this week's episode.

IKEA accelerates electric vehicle home delivery by 2020
IKEA accelerates electric vehicle home delivery by 2020

In September 2017, IKEA Group was one of the first to join EV100—a global initiative created by The Climate Group—and now, a year later, IKEA Group has announced their commitment to moving toward zero emissions deliveries in 5 major cities by 2020.

The looming Canadian freight recession
The looming Canadian freight recession

We see falling demand for oil, lumber, and wheat out of Canada in the future due to a combination of market forces. Canadian Pacific Railroad appears to be especially exposed to this freight recession.

Major shipping companies outline plans for meeting the IMO's 2020 low-sulfur mandate
Major shipping companies outline plans for meeting the IMO's 2020 low-sulfur mandate

Japan’s third largest shipping company looks at all methods for compliance; MSC to add scrubbers on about one-tenth of fleet.

Seeing patterns as a path to improved freight management
Seeing patterns as a path to improved freight management

The smartest minds on Wall Street use charting analytics to quickly identify and then track trends in multiple data sets. Why? Because it works. And now freight professionals are learning how to do the same. 

Just say yes? Cannabis bubble expands as iconic Coke seeks a partner
Just say yes? Cannabis bubble expands as iconic Coke seeks a partner

The soft drink giant is reportedly in “serious talks” of launching beverages with Aurora Cannabis.

Today's pickup: Convoy becomes a unicorn with $185 million Series C
Today's pickup: Convoy becomes a unicorn with $185 million Series C

FreightWaves Associate Editor John Paul Hampstead spoke to Andrew Davis, VP and Equity Investment Analyst at T. Rowe Price about the deal.

Relaxing Chinese coal policies seen as very supportive of freight rates
Relaxing Chinese coal policies seen as very supportive of freight rates

A surge in hydro-power, cleaner air in the Capital and a need to further stimulate the economy will see increased demand for seaborne coal supplies to China this winter. That is good news for freight.

Singapore solidifies its status as Asia’s innovative tech leader
Singapore solidifies its status as Asia’s innovative tech leader

BiTA participated in the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH) 2018.

IAA 2018: ZF brings technology to the forefront of warehousing and last-mile delivery
IAA 2018: ZF brings technology to the forefront of warehousing and last-mile delivery

ZF, the German automaker has released innovative trucks that can load and unload at the warehouse and last-mile electric delivery vans with level 4 autonomy.

Convoy closes $185M Series C to reach unicorn valuation
Convoy closes $185M Series C to reach unicorn valuation

We spoke to T Rowe Price VP Andrew Davis about how traditional investors’ view of the digital brokerage had changed over time.

J.D. Power: New truck deliveries ramp up, but demand expected to outpace supply into second quarter of 2019
J.D. Power: New truck deliveries ramp up, but demand expected to outpace supply into second quarter of 2019

J.D. Power is forecasting more new truck deliveries in the coming months, but demand is still expected to outpace supply into the second quarter of 2019.

Port of Savannah plans 45 percent boost in container handling over next decade
Port of Savannah plans 45 percent boost in container handling over next decade

Savannah looks to become gateway of choice for containers to reach Midwest markets.

Three Port Drayage Study
Three Port Drayage Study

We conducted a survey in partnership with CarrierLists to find out information on three particular U.S. ports: Long Beach, Savannah, and Miami. This infographic highlights the data we found.

IAA 2018: Hyundai signs MoU for producing heavy-duty fuel cell electric trucks
IAA 2018: Hyundai signs MoU for producing heavy-duty fuel cell electric trucks

Hyundai is working on mass producing hydrogen fuel cell powered heavy-duty electric trucks, which would make an entry into the Swiss commercial market between 2019 and 2023.

Coyote thinks the trucking cycle is about to roll over
Coyote thinks the trucking cycle is about to roll over

Coyote’s new white paper contains a stark warning to truckers and an optimistic promise to shippers, predicting a rapid collapse of spot rates.

Associated British Ports in blockchain test with BiTA member Marine Transport International
Associated British Ports in blockchain test with BiTA member Marine Transport International

Britain’s largest ports operator looks to distributed ledger technology to ease cargo movements.

Roadrunner's rights offering would recapitalize the company and get rid of its preferred share burden
Roadrunner's rights offering would recapitalize the company and get rid of its preferred share burden

Shareholders in Roadrunner would have the right to buy more shares, and if they don’t, the company’s preferred shareholder would step in.

Today’s Pickup: Hurricane raises criticism about rebuilding along N.C. coast
Today’s Pickup: Hurricane raises criticism about rebuilding along N.C. coast

Scientists have warned such rebuilding efforts are futile as sea levels rise and storms wear away the coast line.

Progressive taps into ELD data in quest to better align insurance premiums with risk
Progressive taps into ELD data in quest to better align insurance premiums with risk

With ELDs in nearly every truck, it was only a matter of time before insurance companies started to utilize the devices. Progressive is among the first, launching a new discount program for truckers that provide Progressive access to their ELD data.

MarketWaves18: What to Expect
MarketWaves18: What to Expect

We take a look at what attendees can expect to see at MarketWaves18 in November.

Brake safety day: raising awareness to raise safety standards
Brake safety day: raising awareness to raise safety standards

In partnership with Reliance Partners ...

Many of the 1,600 violations were easily preventable, but no one had caught them prior to the surprise inspection.

Hassett Express joins the Blockchain in Transport Alliance
Hassett Express joins the Blockchain in Transport Alliance

The Chicago based freight forwarder and 3PL announced that it has joined BiTA.

IAA 2018: Ford Trucks unveils F-MAX, the "International Truck of the Year"
IAA 2018: Ford Trucks unveils F-MAX, the "International Truck of the Year"

Ford Trucks unveiled its new F-MAX tractor, boasting a high-performance engine with 500 PS, 2500 Nm and 400 kW of braking power. The tractor also has 6% higher fuel optimization over previous models, and delivers lower cost of ownership with 7% reduced maintenance costs.

Scrubber use to comply with tighter shipping emissions rules will be bigger than expected: report
Scrubber use to comply with tighter shipping emissions rules will be bigger than expected: report

A significant increase in the use of scrubbers would have an impact on the amount of middle distillates that the shipping sector needs to consume under IMO2020 rules.