Waiting for your latest online purchase to arrive? Shipping methods impact delivery times. Companies choose between direct shipping or on-site shipments. Direct shipping sends the product straight from the manufacturer…
Newfoundland Embraces Truck Bypass Tech, Opening the Door for Expansion Across Canada
The Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador recently adopted weighing station bypass technology from Drivewyze, breaking open a market that has seen little penetration up to now. With Drivewyze only…
Hybrid-Electric Cargo Drone Takes Historic First Flight
A new hybrid-electric cargo drone designed by Elroy Air recently completed a milestone first flight, marking a breakthrough in autonomous aerial delivery. The flight introduced this novel aircraft architecture and…
Specialty Trailers Shine as Van and Reefer Orders Lag
While orders for specialty trailers like tankers and flatbeds rose in October, dry van and refrigerated trailer orders continued to lag, according to data from industry researchers FTR Transportation Intelligence…
How Does Supply Chain Management Work?
Every company relies on supplying goods or services to customers. Supply chain management refers to overseeing this full process of product delivery. The supply chain encompasses manufacturing, finishing and distributing…
ITS Logistics Makes Major Investment in Texas as Freight Volumes Shift
New $100 Million Fort Worth Facility Part of Expansion Focusing on Gulf Coast Ports, Cross-Border Shipping ITS Logistics has opened a sizable new distribution and fulfillment facility in Fort Worth,…
AIT Launches New Expedited Middle-Mile Logistics Service
Illinois-based AIT Worldwide Logistics announced the launch of its new expedited middle-mile transportation service on Tuesday, November 15th. The service aims to provide faster delivery options for shippers moving goods…
Truckers’ Time Matters Too – New Bill Seeks Overtime Pay
The Overworked and Underpaid Truck drivers work long, grueling hours on the road to keep America’s supply chain running. Yet unlike most other professions, they are exempt from overtime pay…
How Do Brokers Find Direct Shippers?
Finding reliable direct shippers is a top priority for freight brokers. Without quality direct shipping partners, a brokerage simply can’t function. While some direct shippers may approach brokers first. Most…
US Import Volumes Remain Strong Despite Economic Uncertainty
Even as talk of an economic downturn continues, US imports have shown surprising resilience this year. Containerized import volumes in October rose nearly 4% over last year, reaching pre-pandemic highs….