FreightWaves Flashback 1960: “Walk-Through” Containers Give Maximum Flexibility
The walk-through feature makes it possible to handle cargo within both containers without removing either from the chassis.
The walk-through feature makes it possible to handle cargo within both containers without removing either from the chassis.
While revenue for Universal Logistics Holdings’ truckload, brokerage and intermodal segments all declined during the second quarter, the CEO said he was pleased with the “anticipated direction of our current operations.”
“Cost containment” minimizes the impact of a 15% revenue decline during Schneider National’s second quarter. Guidance was reinstated higher than current consensus expectations.
Management from USA Truck provides upbeat commentary regarding the potential for significantly improved earnings as truckload fundamentals remain firm.
USA Truck’s second-quarter result comes in slightly ahead of expectations, but the carrier extends its losses to four consecutive quarters.
The uptick in shared loads should prompt companies to consider how their dock operations can be optimized for maximum efficiency.
The truckload carriers have reported solid results to start second quarter earnings season, but some load data is still lagging.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services posts a solid second quarter, besting analysts’ forecast by 31 cents per share.
When focusing on the movement of goods, transportation management systems (TMS) provide the engine for digitalization, but do not represent a complete digitalization solution.
Aerospace industry supplier wants to turn supply chain into a competitive advantage.
The concept of shared truckload isn’t new, but technological advancements in the space make the method more viable than ever.
Deutsche Bank analyst Amit Mehrotra favors a few transportation stocks as the second quarter comes to a close.
Canadian environmental services company Aevitas adds flatbed fleet with the acquisition of Fast Lane Freight Services.
Covenant Transportation Group provides an update on the ‘strategic plan,’ announced breakeven results in April during first quarter conference call.
Recent stabilization in truckload markets with a recovery expected later in the year were some of the takeaways from Wolfe Research’s investor conference.
Walmart bested analyst expectations as grocery and household items drive comparison sales 10% higher and ecommerce accelerates 74%.
As demand for flatbed capacity sags, Daseke sees strength in some end markets and continues to push forward with a company-wide overhaul.
Excluding several items, Daseke reported a near break-even first quarter. Demand headwinds in most of the markets it serves have ‘plateaued’ in recent weeks.
ArcBest sees “one of the best first quarters” in company history, but COVID-19-related demand headwinds took a toll on April’s results.
The global pandemic offers industry players the chance to trade competition for collaboration and disrupt the status quo.