Rail union mulls action against Union Pacific over COVID-19 woes
The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division is considering action against Union Pacific over quarantine pay and “common sense” COVID-19 safeguards.
The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division is considering action against Union Pacific over quarantine pay and “common sense” COVID-19 safeguards.
In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, project44 has secured $100 million in funding; plus, Amazon was forced to close a warehouse days before Christmas because of rising COVID cases and McKesson has started shipping Moderna’s vaccine.
The coronavirus pandemic created a traffic shift — from highways to the internet — as citizens shelter in place.
Amazon had to close a facility in New Jersey when the COVID infection rate increased.
Railway supply workers support critical infrastructure, the trade group says.
Michael Vincent and Kevin Hill bring you today’s headlines, an update on vaccine movement across the US, and how the vaccine will stress the air cargo market.
The COVID pandemic drove many Americans into their homes and off the roadways, but trucking fleets have remained on the roads, and their speeds have increased.
FreightWaves chats with CEVA Logistics on what it takes for retail customers to transition successfully to e-commerce. What’s the answer? Flexibility.
Impending nor’easter could delay COVID-19 vaccine shipments in several big cities.
Impending nor’easter could delay some COVID-19 vaccine shipments.
The closure of the U.S. land borders with Canada and Mexico for nonessential travel will extend through Jan. 21, though commercial trucks remain exempt.
Train lengths, improving network velocity and coronavirus uncertainties are among the big themes expressed by Class I railroad executives at a recent investor conference.
In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, it’s been one year since the collapse of Celadon, and FreightWaves talks to some former drivers. Plus, Estes has been hit with a COVID-related lawsuit and Covenant is bumping up driver pay.
How important are cold chain logistics to vaccine distribution? PowerFleet CEO joins the show to discuss.
Motiv Power is adding to its order book for medium-duty electrified chassis and generating revenue. Special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) interest is growing.
Volvo said Monday it has discontinued the sale of Class 8 trucks in Mexico, citing disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020’s supply chain changes because of COVID will likely stick around in 2021, and could become permanent fixtures of the modern supply chain, XPO’s Drew Wilkerson said.
Dooner and The Dude discuss why preventing counterfeit COVID vaccines will be a challenge.
Redwood Logistics’ #HeroChallenge and Women in Logistics webinar raised funds to celebrate GivingTuesday.
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act is set to disrupt many CPG supply chains.
Capacity is historically tight in trucking, pushing spot rates and profit margins higher. How much of this momentum will carriers be able to maintain?
U.S. Postal Service (USPS) needs your help to ensure needy families have a gift under the tree – launching its Operation Santa program nationwide in 2020.
Without truck drivers working tirelessly in the days and weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, stores shelves would be barren.
Truck drivers and other transportation workers deemed “essential” by the U.S. government could be among the first to receive a COVID-19 vaccine if supplies are limited.
The railroads say they are ensuring their networks keep running as coronavirus cases surge in the Midwest. Meanwhile, union members want the railroads to be more consistent in their responses to the pandemic.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said his government will be ready to distribute vaccines “as quickly as possible,” but acknowledged that the manufacturing countries will prioritize their own citizens first.
Dooner and The Dude discuss buying habits before Black Friday, plus they welcome the flyest guy on 18 wheels
The adviser overseeing Operation Warp Speed said distribution of the first COVID-19 vaccines could begin as soon as Dec. 11.
XPO Logistics and Southwest Airlines will be eliminating jobs in Texas.
“Obviously everything with COVID is a learning curve,” says Tom Hughes.
The U.S., Mexico and Canada have agreed to keep their land borders closed for nonessential travel until at least Dec. 21.
In partnership with Quest Diagnostics and DroneUp, Walmart on Tuesday announced a new drone delivery system for one of its stores in El Paso.
As Americans adopted pets in record numbers this year, supply chains faced unprecedented challenges to source new capacity.
Which of the big seven railroad companies has a volume growth strategic plan to sync with J.B. Hunt?
While the entire pharmaceutical supply chain is focused on distributing a COVID vaccine, the stresses it is putting on other areas of the chain are growing.
How will Tesla fare on the S&P 500, Canada’s role in COVID vaccines, and an update on upstream supply chains Tuesday’s headlines Tesla dropped the news that after five straight […]
Convoy co-founder and CEO Dan Lewis sat down with FreightWaves to discuss the unusual freight market that has dominated 2020 and the future of Convoy.
In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, FMCSA tells Washington state it can no longer enforce state meal-and-rest break rules on truck drivers operating under HOS regulations. Plus, carriers continue to be in a strong position as peak season rolls on, and delivery robots are suddenly in hot demand.
Dooner and the Dude kick off the week with another big vaccine announcement, plus a peek at some unique Christmas gifts.
South Korean carrier turns quarterly $103 million loss last year into $20 million profit this year.
“The outlook of container shipping still remains clouded in uncertainties over the possible comeback of the COVID-19 pandemic and U.S.-China trade conflicts.”
The election results show just how divided the nation is politically and COVID cases are back on the rise. Shipping activity appears to be insulated from any negative effects at the moment, but for how long?
In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, the Teamsters have asked a judge to delay oral arguments in a lawsuit challenging California’s meal and rest break rules. Plus, Alibaba is expanding its third-party logistics footprint and it has repercussions for Amazon, and Daimler Trucks launches a new division dedicated to connectivity.
Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith give a post-election market update ahead of peak retail shipping season. Sponsored by Amazon Freight. The stock market soared this week, after the 2020 presidential election […]
Fallout within the food and beverage supply chain from COVID-19 continues and it’s unclear when, if ever, it may return to normal.
Pfizer says it would distribute its COVID-19 vaccines directly to administration sites in Canada, echoing its approach in the United States.
Partners called on to help ensure the supply chain remains fluid.
Dooner and The Dude talk risk management with Travelers and learn how Pfizer hopes to change the world with its COVID vaccine
Flurry of port activity could point to “growing concerns of future supply chain disruptions.”
In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, FreightWaves’ FreightTech Venture Summit looks at the intersection of venture capital and freight. Plus, COVID-19 is accelerating logistics investments and California is using technology to catch emissions cheaters.
2020 wins include harbor-deepening funding and Blount Island berth enhancements.
DispatchTrack optimizes routes and delivery schedules for its clients, which enhances their customer delivery experience.
Ocean Network Express is cautious in its full-year forecast as “future cargo demand is very uncertain” while the COVID-19 pandemic wages on.
UPS pilots say the company isn’t holding up its end of the bargain to keep them safe while flying cargo during a pandemic. UPS denies the claims.
The e-commerce retail and logistics giant’s bottom line is healthier than ever.
Danish third-party logistics services provider’s bottom-line benefits from easing COVID-19 during summer months.
Anthony and Zach discuss the increasing concerns over the driver shortage and how presidential elections influence the economy.
Air freight demand for COVID-19 vaccines will be massive, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
“Efficient and safe delivery of COVID-19 vaccines around the world is the most urgent logistics challenge we face today.”
The Canadian government is seeking logistics providers to distribute millions of doses COVID-19 vaccines. The task won’t be an easy one.
COVID-19 keeps bookings soft, planes parked during quarter.
COVID is believed to have accelerated the exodus of people from cities, but new data suggests the long-term impact on freight flows is more nuanced.
JAXPORT is there to help as consumers shift from a shop-till-you-drop mentality to a shop-till-it-drops reality.
Demand is reducing inventories while sales remain strong, leaving no cushion before sales ramp up as they do in November and December.
Auto volumes are still down 25% year-over-year and closed West Seattle Bridge remains a barrier.
“Several months into this pandemic, we are now seeing positive signs by these cargo volume totals.”
“Port partners are taking proactive steps to add more resources and service hours to support this untraditional peak cargo volume season.”
German container carrier now expects 2020 EBITDA of between $2.8 billion and $3.04 billion.
The U.S. is experiencing an import surge.
In extreme scenario, annual volumes could hit 316 billion by 2026.
Air cargo traffic keeps Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in the same league as FedEx’s and UPS’ super-hubs.
Airlines are slowly adding flights, but don’t mistake that for market optimism. Bookings are trending down for the winter and airlines are bleeding billions in cash.
A new survey from IBM has found that COVID-19 has refocused executives’ attention on using data to build a resilient supply chain.
Company redrawing the peak landscape, and is expected to dominate it, Convey says.
More airlines and logistics firms are fortifying their pharmaceutical handling capabilities and credentials ahead of an expected COVID-19 vaccine release. Several companies this week announced new product offerings, investments or […]
Cash from higher spot rates and replacement orders led September Class 8 truck orders to their highest monthly total since October 2019
A Pennsylvania developer successfully persuaded local elected officials to approve zoning changes for a new industrial park, despite residents’ complaints. It’s one of several examples of how community opposition can impact industrial real estate development.
The air cargo industry is operating with an anchor tied around its waist: The absence of strong passenger service.
FreightWaves’ JT Engstrom talked e-commerce logistics with Prologis’ Melinda McLaughlin during the FreightWaves Future of Logistics Real Estate Summit on Tuesday.
Organizers of the Great American Trucking Show (GATS) announced Friday that they are canceling in-person event in 2021 because of uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this white paper, brought to you by FreightWaves and Transplace, we will take an in-depth look at how unlikely events — often described as white or black swan events — are driving supply chain and transportation professionals to seek out realtime alternative data to create a competitive advantage in their operations and finances.
Augmented reality can help managers visualize warehouse operations better and train workers on a virtual 3D interface.
Logistics companies are making lemonade from lemons during the coronavirus. New processes and workarounds keep freight moving, but often at extra cost.
Northwest Seaport Alliance CEO John Wolfe is encouraged by an increase in imports so far this month.
Truckers and law enforcement united Saturday for the annual truck convoy for Special Olympics in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
FedEx Direct’s Standard and Premium services now serve 90% of US.
Voluntary redundancy is the term used when an organization has more jobs than it needs — or can afford. It’s a nice way of letting people go compared to forced layoffs. IATA has offered deals for employees to leave early, and cargo chief Glyn Hughes has accepted.
The relationships a logistics business builds up over the years can prove highly valuable when it comes time to sell.
Redwood Logistics employees recently held a #HeroChallenge to raise over $100,000 for several organizations helping those impacted by COVID-19.
The freight-forwarding arms of DHL and DB Schenker are adding air capacity by leasing aircraft from all-cargo operators. The new services and features from DHL and FedEx are designed to meet growing demand associated with COVID and greater temperature requirements.
Ro-ro vessel remains on its side awaiting dismantling and removal off the Georgia coast.
Doug Hoehn said that during the height of COVID-19, location tracking was a necessity.
ShipChain’s public mainnet integrates the trust of public blockchains with the scalability and throughput needed by enterprise supply chains, according to CEO John Monarch.
The viability of the airline industry is at stake because COVID has mostly wiped out passenger travel. The group’s global trade association is pleading with governments to help airlines with rule changes and financial aid.
A survey by an IT company found delays and late deliveries worsened as the summer progressed.
Many postal services were underfunded prior to the coronavirus pandemic and now have extra demands for their service. UN agencies involved in air transport and postal operations want governments to help postal logistics with financial aid and operational flexibility.
U.S. passenger travel seems capped at about 70% of last year’s level until there is a coronavirus vaccine. International travel is a dumpster fire — carriers heavily exposed to international markets will take longer to fix their balance sheets.
The air cargo market continued its recovery in July from the depths of the COVID pandemic, but is still far below last year’s results. Demand is expected to shoot up in the next few months because the holidays are coming.
In Alaska, oil and politics (and logistics) mix. Big time.