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Industry conferences cancel on coronavirus fears, retail supply chains sputter, Cassandra Gaines talks travel, plus the economics of trade during black swan events.

FreightWaves Founder & CEO Craig Fuller chats with Stan De Caluwe with the Holland International Distribution Council about the Dutch logistics industry and the representation of overseas manufacturing companies in Europe.

Zach Strickland delivers the carrier update presented by PowerFleet, Luke Falasca highlights several areas in the Midwest for brokers, and Mike Baudendistel talks about low outbound rail volumes from the West Coast.

Manufacturing outlook: The coming week will be telling for the industrial segment. The Institute for Supply Management updated the Purchasing Managers’ Index (ISM.PMI). It breached the 50-expansion threshold in for two consecutive months. There may be some talks of a turnaround for the manufacturing segment. However, the numerous headwinds in the current macro-economy suggest that […]

This white paper brought to you by PostBidShip, explores how Ming’s Recycling, a California recycler, is growing a sustainable business.

FreightWaves celebrates three years, coronavirus continues to upend markets, Emily Szink’s mainstream push for FreightWavesTV, and so much more!

This white paper explores how artificial intelligence can help the industry humanize analytics and achieve better outcomes.

Join us as we take an in depth look at how the Coronavirus is affecting the global supply chain and all modes of freight transportation.

JP Hampstead and Zach Strickland continue to assess the impacts of the Coronavirus on volumes and rates.

On today’s episode we talk to attorney Cassandra Gaines about TQL hack liability, plus the economics of the coronavirus.

FreightWaves EVP of Content Emily Szink talks about building the world’s largest freight and logistics media streaming TV network.

Zach Strickland details a rise in US tender volumes before diving into the Ontario, CA and San Francisco, CA markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then Mike Baudendistel discusses February rail traffic with Anthony Smith in the Rail and Intermodal Update.

On this week’s “Drilling Deep” podcast, we talk to the attorney who led the legal fight that has kept the law at bay in California.

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FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller writes about FreightWaves third birthday, and the company’s past, present and future.

Anthony and Zach explain the primary cost drivers of operating a trucking company and the market influences that drive the pricing volatility on both contracted and transactional freight movements. Also, an update on the coronavirus situation and what we are seeing in the economy today that may affect your life tomorrow.

From the top-sellers to the toxic basement dwellers and all points in-between: this week Put That Coffee Down tackle sales culture.

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland examines the U.S. outbound tender reject index before diving into the New Orleans, LA and Atlanta, GA markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then SONAR Data Analyst Luke Falasca identifies reefer opportunities in the Green Bay, WI market in the Broker Update.

This white paper, brought to you by Flock Freight, explores the countless inefficiencies that affect sustainability within the LTL shipping industry, as well as what green solutions are available for shippers.

Private equity-backed trucking companies have had a tough time during this market downturn.

FreightWaves LIVE: EP 25 Industry Keynote w/ Transplace CEO Frank McGuigan and news on Erin Andrews at #FWLive

Coronavirus hits markets, mass layoffs at Starsky, ex-employee talks MDL, J.B. Hunt becomes an NVOCC and more

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland examines the YOY outbound tender volume index for the U.S. before diving into the Joliet, IL and Rock Island, IL markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then SONAR Data Analyst Luke Falasca identifies markets of opportunity for Brokers in the Broker Update.

FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller welcomed Emerge founder Andrew Leto to the FreightWaves headquarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where the two discussed Leto’s rise as a freight-tech innovator and the success of his digital freight marketplace.

Diesel fuel price outlook  EIA statistics show total U.S. distillate production at the highest level ever for the second week of February despite significant concern over demand. Inventory reports were bearish. One other factor looming in the market: OPEC meets March 5-6. All models show it needs to cut further to balance markets, but it […]

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Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland is back to chat with Director of Passport Research JP Hampstead about the state of rates this past week. They also talk about the continued impact of the coronavirus and post-Valentine’s Day freight rates.

Guests from One Point Logistics on KeepTruckin shutting down brokerage, Knight-Swift, and TriumphPay on this stacked episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland breaks down the Freightos Baltic Exchange index before diving into the Los Angeles, CA and Nashville, TN markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, Market Expert Donny Gilbert identifies long haul opportunities in the Broker Update, and Research Analyst Andrew Cox discusses the latest update for the […]

FreightWaves partnered with TriumphPay to produce an infographic exploring 5 supply chain trends to watch in 2020.

Spot freight may only account for 10-20% of total freight moved in the U.S., but its activity paints the picture of the entire freight market. Tom Mallon joins to discuss the direction of rates in 2020. Also; Coronavirus update along with the current state of the market as well as recent economic releases.

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland examines the impact the current weather system is having on market capacity in the south eastern U.S. in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then Market Expert Mike Baudendistel discusses rail industry trends with Lead Economist Anthony Smith in the Rail and Intermodal Update.

Average income for independent owner operators dropped in ’19, but maybe not as much as you might have thought.

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FreightWaves partnered with Blackburn Energy on an infographic detailing the benefits of truck electrification.

How to think and grow rich using the right mindset with Andrew Leto, founder of Emerge

The bill would reinforce in federal law the “ABC test” to determine whether an individual is an employee rather than an independent contractor, similar to California’s AB5 law that is currently being challenged in the courts.

On today’s episode Dooner and Hill take on every salesperson’s least favorite part of the job: cold calling.

Media outlets have customers just like any business, and both want positive results for their customers, so there is a mutual benefit to working together.

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland examines U.S. tender volumes before diving into the Ontario, CA and Dallas, TX markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, SONAR Data Analyst Luke Falasca discusses how to use rejections to direct sales in the Broker Update, and Research Analyst Andrew Cox discusses housing starts with Lead […]

Shipper insights and sentiment for freight rates and volumes over the next three months

Today, Kevin and Andrew have two special guests: Bill Vitti, chief commercial officer of Truckstop, explains the recently announced partnership with Knight-Swift; then Peter Rentschler from Carrier Direct discusses his takeaways from last week’s Stifel Conference in Miami. Lastly, we discuss the triumphant return of flip phones and why Virgin Galactic stock has tripled since […]

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland breaks down the regions’ tender rejection rates across the US before narrowing in on the Savannah, GA and New Orleans, LA markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, Market Expert Donny Gilbert examines the change in tender rejects over the past two weeks in the Broker Update, […]

In this FreightWaves Flashback to FreightWaves LIVE: Chicago we’ll hear from Ryan Rusnak, CTO and co-founder or Airspace Technologies during his session: Making or breaking your business with machine learning.

On this President’s Day episode, Dooner and Chad are talking about a trucker shot over a parking spot, the incoming capacity crunch, and the White House China trade deal watchdog group.

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland discusses the national reject and volume indexes before diving into the Denver, CO market and surrounding areas in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then SONAR Data Analyst Luke Falasca discusses how to properly use Tender Lead time in the Broker Update.

FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller chats with Julian Alvarez, Founder and CEO of Logixboard.

Manufacturing outlook: The coming week will give some insights into the outlook for manufacturing activity in the Northeast region via the Empire State Manufacturing Index. The overall segment remains depressed and sustained rise is not expected through the first quarter. Construction outlook: There will be updates for housing and construction from housing starts, building permits, […]

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This week we make a clean sweep of the headlines and all the freight and logistics action. It’s a tough balancing act, getting it all in a single live episode of What the Truck?!?, but if anyone can do it, Dooner and Prevost can. Just look at how we demonstrate the power of gravity with […]

rector of Research Kevin Hill chats with Director of Passport Research JP Hampstead about the state of rates in this first part of 2020. They also talk about research, how the Coronavirus continues to impact volumes, and the struggles of the Los Angeles market.

On today’s Valentine’s Day episode, we’re talking about two carrier shutdowns, Wayfair layoffs, and Celadon repo scams, more

Market Expert Donny Gilbert brings in Meteorologist Nick Austin to highlight some weather concerns for carriers before highlighting markets for long haul loads in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then Research Analyst Andrew Cox discusses the latest update to the DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index with Lead Economist Anthony Smith.

Market Expert Donny Gilbert highlights the US Dry van markets before diving into the Atlanta, GA, Cedar Rapids, IA and Pittsburgh, PA markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then Market Expert Mike Baudendistel discusses the pipeline protesters interrupting the Canadian railways with Lead Economist Anthony Smith in the Intermodal and Rail Update.

Host John Kingston talks about predictive wholesale diesel prices with Scott Susich of DTN.

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Michelle Halkerston President & CEO at Hassett Express, LLC on taking advantage of opportunities and being the star of your own dream

Lead Economist, Anthony Smith takes the reigns on this macro edition of Freightonomics. He chats with a diverse panel of guests about ways to optimize performance across business areas in a sluggish freight economy. Listeners will learn how to navigate today while preparing for the future of freight. Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Watch the video

This week Dooner and Hill are talking all about the funnel, the pipeline, the place where closers play. But what goes into making a good funnel? Leads, discipline, management, constant touch, and smart selling are all discussed. The guys are joined by Covenant Transports Vice President Benjamin Caplenor to talk carrier sales funnels. Plus, a […]

Market Expert Donny Gilbert identifies the top reefer markets across the nation in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then Research Analyst Andrew Cox discusses the national unemployment rate with Lead Economist Anthony Smith in the Shipper Update.

We discuss how the coronavirus is affecting freight flows from China with special guest Lori Ann LaRocco from CNBC. Earnings season is also in full swing, and it looks like XPO has taken more than a few steps toward its ultimate breakup. Then, it’s off to the battle between the Tesla Cybertruck and the Nikola […]

Chief Insights Officer Dean Croke breaks down Valentine’s day Freight for Carriers in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet and Market Expert Donny Gilbert shows how brokers can use a reefer market table to locate new markets before diving into the Denver, CO, Memphis, TN and Ft Wayne, IN markets in the Broker Update.

FreightWaves Chief Insight Officer speaks with NFI’s President David Broering about the value of tracking technology. Where is the line between when tech enhances our supply chains versus when it is invasive and intrusive? Get tickets to #FWLive Atlanta Apple Podcasts Spotify Rewatch the LIVE streams on YouTube More FreightWaves Podcasts

On this weekday’s supply of What The Truck?!?, Dooner and Prevost have your loadboard covered. Why are 90% of drivers failing to register in Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse? Despite calls urging truck drivers to register in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA’s) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse database, the vast majority applying for jobs still […]

In this episode of Fuller Speed Ahead, Chief Strategy Officer JT Engstrom speaks with Spencer Tenney, Managing Partner of Tenney Group. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTBE: https://bit.ly/FW-subscribe Follow Us! Twitter: https://twitter.com/freightwaves Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreightWaves/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/freightwaves/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freightwaves/

On this post-Oscar’s edition of What The Truck?!?, Dooner and Chad look into why 90% of drivers seeking jobs fail to register in Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, more

In this episode, Market Expert Donny Gilbert delivers the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, SONAR Data Analyst Luke Falasca points brokers to extra margins in Salt Lake City, and Market Expert Mike Baudendistel closes out the show with important rail and intermodal news happening in Canada.

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is a federal agency that administers the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) by overseeing and managing relationships between unions and private-sector employers. Between December 16–19, 2019, the NLRB issued a trio of rulings that reversed prior union/employee-friendly decisions

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland talks with Director of Passport Research JP Hampstead about what’s happening with rates this week.

AB5 going nationwide, trucker parking, coronavirus hits retail, and more on the 15th episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland focuses in on the Columbus, OH and Minneapolis, MN markets in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, SONAR Data Analyst Luke Falasca highlights lanes for high spot market rates in the Broker Update, and Research Analyst Andrew Cox discusses a shift in power towards shippers with Lead Economist […]

Market Expert Donny Gilbert discusses weather impacts on western markets with Meteorologist Nick Austin before examining national volumes in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, then Research Analyst Andrew Cox discusses growth in manufacturing with Lead Economist Anthony Smith in the Shipper Update.

Cyber threats strike supply chain Roanoke Insurance Groups Glenn Patton knows that hackers and ransomware attackers are targeting more supply chains than ever. Find out how to get protected. RISK AND REWARD From rock bands to heavy metal machines, the goods in your supply chain take a journey of exposure. Learn how to mitigate both […]

Anthony and Zach, along with special guest Donny Gilbert, take a deeper dive into the freight market trailer pool and discuss the types of freight they haul, their characteristics, and their place in the broader market. Additional topics include another California regulation, coronavirus, and the surprising jump in the PMI.

Sales people often get hung up on leads, on the first episode of FreightWaves newest podcast we cover this crucial part of the sales cycle

Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland examines reefer and van rejection rates before diving into the Milwaukee, WI market in the Carrier Update presented by PowerFleet, SONAR Data Analyst Luke Falasca focuses on areas of growth in the Broker Update, and Market Expert Mike Baudendistel discusses trucking orders with Lead Economist Anthony Smith in […]

Economist Noel Perry joins the podcast as a guest this week.

Some think Elon Musk can increase sales 40-fold over the next 10 years