More American Shipper Headlines
Maritime
-
FreightWaves Classics
FreightWaves Classics/Fallen Flags: American President Lines still lives under new ownership (Part 2)
APL has had a storied history and is now part of CMA-CGM. Read Part 2…
Read More » -
-
-
-
Container News
-
Container
LA/LB ports to test expanded night, weekend hours
Supply chains are melting down and the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are…
Read More » -
-
-
-
-
Infographics
FBX Report: September 16, 2021
The Freightos Baltic Index (FBX) is the world’s leading—and most accurate—index of market rates for 40' containers.
Read More »
Most Popular American Shipper Articles
-
Air Cargo
Reverse thrust: Strauss to remain Amerijet CEO after reconciliation
CEO Tim Strauss and Amerijet’s board kiss and make up. He will continue to run the company.
Read More » -
Air Cargo
Loonie tune: Air cargo to O’Hare being routed through Toronto
Air-truck service via Toronto is faster for some logistics companies than booking shipments direct to O’Hare, where delays are mounting.
Read More » -
News
Louisiana ports push for federal aid following Hurricane Ida
Ports across southeast Louisiana jointly submitted a request to President Joe Biden for federal aid.
Read More » -
News
Port of Mobile ‘expects growth will remain constant’
The port recently added more Asia vessel calls as more shippers seek uncongested gateways servicing North American markets.
Read More »
Trade Compliance
-
News
TRADE X acquires automotive export specialist Techlantic
Automotive trade platform TRADE X has acquired vehicle export specialist Techlantic after raising $45 million over the summer.
Read More » -
-
-
-
Infrastructure
-
FreightWaves Classics
FreightWaves Classics: Thank bicyclists for today’s highways?
Do those of us who drive cars and trucks owe the roads we use to bicyclists? Read this FreightWaves Classics…
Read More » -
-
-
-
Shipping + Maritime
-
Regulatory Agencies
Regulators eye new container-fee rules to address alleged overcharging
Ocean carrier detention and demurrage practices will be the target of an upcoming proposed rule from the Federal Maritime Commission.
Read More » -
-
-
-
Shipper's Perspective
-
News
2021 Shipper of Choice profile: The Home Depot
As it navigates COVID-era supply chain challenges, The Home Depot focuses on treating carriers with the same respect as its…
Read More » -
-
-
-
Air Cargo
-
News
FedEx bottom line strains under cost pressures
The company didn’t blindside anyone. But it didn’t please that many, either.
Read More » -
-
-
-
Fuel
-
FreightWaves LIVE
Fuel Buyers Summit: Taking the mystery out of fuel hedging
Fuel hedging expert Elaine Levin explains her bullish outlook on price hedging and how it can help carriers lock in…
Read More » -
-
-
-
Rail
-
Regulatory Agencies
Regulators gear up for rule setting minimum train crew size
FRA Deputy Administrator Amit Bose testifies on crew size and LNG by rail at his nomination hearing.
Read More » -
Rail
Sky-high steel prices bolster market for railcar scrap metal: Greenbrier
Elevated steel prices are driving railcar owners to scrap outdated equipment, according to a Greenbrier manager.
Read More » -
Rail
Rail Roundup: TTCI, TRAC Intermodal
The Transportation Technology Center Inc. appoints a new president while truckers recognize TRAC Intermodal for its performance.
Read More » -
Rail
STB keeps busy with mergers, last-mile data, reciprocal switching
2022 could be a busy year for the Surface Transportation Board if it decides to tackle a number of long-standing,…
Read More » -
Rail
Indiana Rail Road kicks off 3-year intermodal expansion project
INRD’s expansion will benefit Indianapolis-area intermodal customers seeking access to the Asian market.
Read More » -
FreightWaves Classics
FreightWaves Classics/Leaders: Executive led Pennsylvania Railroad and much more
W.W. Atterbury was a leader - of one of the largest railroads in the U.S. and part of the effort…
Read More » -
Rail
CN to conduct strategic review of non-rail assets
CN is seeking to generate CA$700 million in additional operating income in 2022 through cutting labor and operational costs and…
Read More » -
Rail
KCS, CP outline growth opportunities post-merger
Expanding intermodal, grain and automotive offerings would be part of the growth strategy pursued by a merged Kansas City Southern-Canadian…
Read More » -
Rail
Rail Roundup: TRAC Intermodal, Wabtec, EPA and UP
Recent rail news includes investments, technology purchases and cleanup fees.
Read More » -
FreightWaves Classics
FreightWaves Classics: Fallen Flags – Chessie System had a brief but meaningful lifespan
The Chessie System combined three railroads into an effective system. Read about its history and what happened to it.
Read More »
-
News
Cross-border FreightTech platform Forager seeks $50M exit
Forager has engaged an investment banker and is running a sale process.
Read More » -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
