With the freight market crowded by a variety of technologies and small carriers, developing and maintaining trust with transportation partners is the key to keeping an edge, says Nicole Slavin of CtrlChain.
This week, collaboration becomes key, TruckParkingClub.com hits a milestone, and ex-Convoy engineers raise money for the spot market.
Uber Freight has officially entered its managed transportation era.
The U.S. Postal Service will pause some modernization projects for the rest of the year amid “confusion” about the agency’s Delivering for America plan.
This week: A Greek company raises $16 million to make vessel disbursement practices easier, Candor Expedite invests in cold chain technology and driver recruiters leverage AI in operations.
Stubbornly persistent silos in the supply chain wreak havoc. The most glaring disconnect shows between strategic supply chain planning and execution.
This week, FreightVana offers a Visa card to its carrier network, SPS Commerce makes an acquisition and we review Symbotic’s Q1 results in the robotics space.
AI software provider Paxafe looks to continue its strategic partnership strategy while expanding globally and building its sales team.
C.H. Robinson says it is using sophisticated AI tools to automate responses to emailed quote requests for thousands of customers.
The Center for Transportation and the Environment launched a project in California to deploy 30 of Hyundai Motor Co.’s hydrogen-powered trucks to fight emissions.
Eliminating fragmentation in the supply chain is necessary for a resilient future, but it takes powerful collaboration between platforms.
In this edition of FreighTech Friday, Loadsure explains the risk of moving goods throughout Europe, and Kinaxis shares a report on shippers that are slow to react to supply chain disruptions.
FedEx has ordered 150 Blue Arc EV Trucks to add to its pickup and delivery fleet in the United States in an effort to reduce carbon emissions.
Flock Freight offers a Shared Truckload service that provides an accurate, reliable and emission-reducing alternative to traditional truckload and less-than-truckload options.
Drivers want to join – and stay – with carriers that make them feel connected from the very beginning.
Competing against large freight brokerages is not easy, but persistence and specialization really do pay off.
Glen Stewart, director of strategic programs at Wabash, discusses the company’s Trailers-as-a-service (TaaS) offering, which is designed to help increase asset uptime.
Shippers at constant risk of damaged freight, and often only recover a fraction of the value with carrier liability, says Echo Global Logistics SVP Molly Mangan.
A key sales executive at LoadSmart discusses the company’s TMS capabilities and where it fits today with the needs of smaller fleets.
Open-deck transportation marketplace EXO Freight closed its physical office in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and laid off most of its employees to focus on improving its technology for enterprise shippers and their managed services.
Analysts said Shein could help Flexport get a boost in volume and revenue that the firm has seen decreasing throughout the freight recession.
The companies that benefit most from employee feedback are those that use it to optimize their systems, rather than focusing only on driver retention or satisfaction scores, says Max Farrell of WorkHound.
Drones offer various inventory management solutions, including audits, cycle counting and stock taking.
With so much data in supply chains today, it can be difficult to sort through it all to create a strong logistics industry. The need for standardization is now.
We may be months away from a national market shift, but the time to start planning for it is now.
Stord’s purchase of ProPack Logistics grows the company’s fulfillment centers to 1.6 million square feet.
Over the past several years, the logistics industry has been propelled into the digital age by a powerful combination of consumer expectations, government regulations and technological innovations. Some companies have been eager to adopt these tools, while others remain skeptical about the benefits, effort — and risks — associated with new technologies. Despite the myriad […]
The delivery of SONAR data within Loadsmart’s TMS will provide users direct access to market-level tender and rate data in an application they already use daily.
The dynamic nature of logistics calls for a new method of negotiating rates, through real-time data and automation.
Here are four innovative companies FreightWaves was introduced to at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky.
Uber Freight has brought on talent with decades of experience from C.H. Robinson, Amazon and Walmart.
Sheer Logistics’ acquisition of CargoBarn is aimed at strengthening the company’s position in anticipation of market fluctuations.
OGRE’s successful conversion of Brokerage and Transportation Sales to its technology and services platform increases logistics accuracy, speed and customer satisfaction.
FreightTech investment firm Venture 53 says Heale “shares our vision for the future of the supply chain ecosystem.”
A holistic visibility tool goes beyond simply providing data, instead creating a pathway for companies to identify and mitigate risks proactively.
Technological advancements, regulatory developments, environmental considerations and more require trucking businesses to continually adapt to an ever-evolving operational landscape.
WattEV uses a combination of state incentive funding, volume purchasing plans, and productivity improvement measures to make electric freight transport as affordable as possible.
Cindy Ellers, chief customer officer at Bestpass, joins FreightWaves to talk about challenges fleets and owner-operators face in 2024. She also highlights recent partnerships and acquisitions by Bestpass.
While the logistics industry as a whole needs data standardization for greater efficiency, it faces specific challenges when compared to other industries.
DAT Freight & Analytics says “external forces” caused service disruptions over the past 10 days on the load board’s platform.
Historically, companies have had two shipping options: less-than-truckload or truckload. Both tend to require some level of sacrifice from the shipper.
Discover how Giovanni Gubbels, founder of CtrlChain, is revolutionizing the logistics industry by enhancing collaboration and optimizing capacity through digital transformation.
Friday saw a pivotal shift for Flock Freight as the company opted to downsize its workforce by 54 individuals, a strategic decision aimed at realigning the company’s trajectory towards profitability.
A study by last-mile solutions provider OneRail addresses retailers’ concerns about diversifying delivery networks and highlights strategies such as leveraging technology for strategic planning.
In this edition: Mexico comes for the top spot and a partnership to automate LTL.
Uber Freight has set a goal to acquire over $2 billion in freight under management in Europe by 2028.
Walter Mitchell, CEO of Tai Software, explains where freight brokerages can leverage AI to better their business and how the second phase of TMS calls for great sophistication.
While an uptick in the market might be coming for freight, it will still be challenging. Repowr’s chief of staff explains how having access to trailer sharing can help.
Transfix’s new feature aims to streamline logistics for small and midsize businesses by addressing manual processes and securing competitive rates, in line with an integrated marketplace approach.
Qued President Tom Curee discusses the company’s new software offering that streamlines and automates load appointment scheduling among shippers, 3PLs and carriers.
Implementing FreightTech solutions requires understanding business needs, selecting partners that support users, capturing internal data and ensuring scalability.
Supply chain technology cannot be siloed or fragmented to operate in today’s supply chain. This is what you need to know for the rest of 2024.
The Sisters of the Road photo collection highlights female truckers’ struggles and improvements needed for industry equality.
When software providers do not cater to private fleets, both the provider and the carrier suffer.
Seattle-based OpenTug says it serviced over 3 million tons of marine cargo across 25,000 miles of U.S. marine highways in 2023.
Isometric Technologies announced the winners of its third annual service excellence awards.
Documentation and fintech platform ODeX conducted a survey assessing the maritime industry’s views on digital documentation in ocean shipping.
Flexport has launched the Convoy Platform, aiming to boost the logistics ecosystem for shippers, carriers and brokers.
Outsourcing the review of unsafe driving videos can help a carrier maximize the return on a dashcam-driven coaching system by handing the video clip screening process to experts.
Texas-based factoring company Genesis Network Telecom filed for bankruptcy liquidation on Wednesday.
CloudTrucks has purchased Shipwell’s brokerage, and Shipwell plans to focus on its SaaS offering.
Samsara is working to create a system of record specific to physical operations, helping users conceptualize variables like fuel consumption and asset location.
In this edition: Mergers and acquisitions in 2024 and RXO finally shows its human side.
Digital freight marketplace CDL 1000 has acquired Next Trucking after the latter announced in June it was looking for new funding.
Bestpass and Geotab are collaborating to provide mutual customers greater insights into toll violations and costs.
OTR Solutions announced its acquisition of Epay Manager to enhance its fintech products with a distinctive audit-proof invoicing system.
Uber Freight plans to make its API publicly available for scheduling in the second half of the year.
In this edition: New vials that are good for ultracold temps, an acquisition in the food space and frozen foods’ deep dive
Midsize companies must strategically position themselves through organic growth, acquisitions or partnerships to thrive in a changing landscape, with the market expected to reach $8 billion by 2030.
This feature empowers GoodShip’s shippers to craft personalized constraints, aligning with supply chain goals for optimal, strategic procurement decisions.
Rail is often characterized as one of the more “old school” transportation options, but recent developments in the space have challenged that narrative.
Supply chain visibility provider Vizion is partnering with D&B to launch its new solution, TradeView.
Digital freight forwarder Flexport reportedly may let go of a large part of its staff after closing on $260 million in funding from Shopify.
Visibility providers project44 and FourKites take their defamation fight to the Illinois Supreme Court.
Supply chain-focused startups Sayari, TrusTrace, Cart.com and Kusari recently secured a combined $330 million in capital investments.
Brad Jacobs’ new book, “How to Make a Few Billion Dollars,” is filled with lessons for transportation entrepreneurs.
Echo will leverage Navix’s ecosystem of billing data to automate its freight-auditing capabilities.
Will Urban has joined the board of LuckyTruck, a company that uses historical truck data and automation to provide an insurance management platform.
In this edition: Stopping freight fraud in 2024 and all eyes on Mexico in the new year.
With the year coming to an end, columnist Bart De Muynck reflects on 2023 and the new year ahead.
“It is no longer grow at all costs. We must be more efficient with our resources and cognizant of your overhead,” says Zelh’s Jeff Ogren
The next year could be fraught with disruption but investment in logistics technology is likely to continue.
While navigating shifting market conditions can be stressful, shippers that focus their attention on increasing their own operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness can thrive during this time.
It is unclear whether the reduction in emissions is a result of a genuine effort to mitigate environmental impact or a consequence of market dynamics.
The widespread adoption of digital solutions has created opportunities for scammers across the supply chain.
Technology plays an increasingly large role in how supply chains operate and has created a sea change for the industry.
Every time data has to be copied or rekeyed, the process slows down the supply chain and increases the risk of introducing errors.
Filing documents electronically is the norm for businesses today. A 1982 article from American Shipper recalls when the industry first embraced this technology.
Yard automation will bring about significant improvements in how companies manage their transportation hubs, leading to streamlined operations, reduced costs and enhanced visibility.
DAT advises users who suspect they have received a phishing email impersonating the load board to promptly contact the customer service department.
Many fleet owners have become laser focused on moving away from diesel fuel, which accounts for the majority of greenhouse gas emissions in the sector. Heavy-duty electric trucks are poised to be one of the primary solutions to this issue.
Next year’s transportation environment is expected to see gains in three key areas: service, sustainability and technology. Rail has made strides in all three, making it a viable, affordable option for shippers.
The founder of Isometric Technologies describes the company’s goal of building the FICO score for freight.
Emtec Digital, a trusted technology partner for logistics companies, unveiled a groundbreaking platform that enhances productivity manifolds using RPA and AI tools.
The DAT phishing site is almost identical to the DAT ONE site.
FlockDirect uses real-time data to pool freight for multiple customers going in the same direction. The solution effectively dismantles the physical hub-and-spoke constraints that have defined the supply chain for more than a century.
While bankruptcies and layoffs have abounded in the logistics industry in 2023, there has been much more to the year than meets the eye.
Employees air frustrations with company management after being let go on Teams.
TRAUXIT is on a mission to modernize the trucking industry by introducing a technological offering that creates a win-win situation for carriers and shippers alike.
In this edition: The rise of bankruptcy in brokerages, the first day of F3 and pilots find new homes.
