startups

Revenue growth on negative unit economics is dead as a business model.

Parade helps freight brokers automate workflows, scale relationship management and grow digital bookings.

Fuel cell startup Loop Engency received a cash infusion from engine maker Cummins Inc. on Sept. 18. It was Cummins second investment in fuel cells this month.

Venture capital arm of Mexican building materials company makes an undisclosed investment in Ottawa-based firm that focuses on last-minute deliveries in the construction industry.

Volocopter builds autonomous electric air-taxis that resemble drones for short transits over urban spaces.

TruckIT connects dump truck supply with demand through its marketplace, which helps contractors to plan their needs better and truckers to make more money in the process.

Israeli startup TriEye has received investment from German carmaker Porsche as part of its $19 million Series A round of financing.

The transport industry is witnessing the rise of numerous technology startups, with investment pouring in from excited investors who envision a smart and connected future for transport.

A lot of things have to go right for DFBs to build a market large enough to justify their valuations.

The on-demand warehousing solution picks up leading logistics providers as customers.

Jenny Xu, FreightWaves’ former chief strategy officer, has taken a new position as chief executive of Carggo.

Brian Aoaeh has written a thought-provoking commentary on the impact of climate change on supply chains, and what governments, companies and startups can do to mitigate supply chain disruptions.

When Democrats took the stage for their first debate, infrastructure was hardly mentioned, and doesn’t appear to be a priority in this election cycle.

Cargo theft is a problem that has remained constant within the freight industry for many decades. Technology can now help supply chains protect their operations and repel hijackers.

Sentiment toward shipping tech has reached a new high point among startups, tech investors and vessel interests.

Relationships between OEMs and tech giants get complicated as the self-driving and mobility race heats up.

RIO aims to connect different stakeholders within the transport logistics segment and push the industry towards digitalization.

Agreement between Canada’s largest airline and Drone Delivery Canada creates a platform to roll out autonomous cargo aircraft on a large scale.

The technology provides a low cost alternative to GPS tracking.

Blockchain can help expedite customs procedures, reduce expenses and boost both global trade volumes and economic output.