Forward Air’s freight volumes continue to rise in the fourth quarter, with tonnage up 5.5% so far in October-November. The expedited transportation and logistics provider also reported increases in weight…
Difference between Direct and Indirect Freight Loading
There are two main ways to load freight. One is direct loading. The other is indirect loading. Choosing between them depends on many things – cargo type, transport mode, facilities….
Milestone Reached in Push for Autonomous Regional Cargo Flights
Software Retrofit Allows Cessna to Fly Remotely With No Onboard Pilot Aviation startup Reliable Robotics has achieved a key milestone on the path to autonomous flight. The company recently completed…
US Oil Exports Hit Record Highs Amid Climate Talks
As world leaders meet at the COP28 climate summit to discuss reducing fossil fuel usage, America’s oil and gas industries continue to break production records. This boom has led to…
Yellow’s Collapse Accelerates As Carriers Battle Over Prime Real Estate
The implosion of less-than-truckload titan Yellow continues to gain steam, with the company’s vast portfolio of terminals and real estate attracting intense interest from competitors. This first phase of the…
$1.2 Billion E-Commerce Firm Relocates From Austin to Houston Citing Infrastructure and Growth Needs
Cart.com, the Houston-founded e-commerce-as-a-service platform, has announced it will move its corporate headquarters back to its hometown after three years based in Austin, Texas. Founded in 2020 by Omar Tariq…
Electric Charging Race Accelerates As Trucks Rev Up At Port of Long Beach
A new electric truck charging depot is powering up near California’s Port of Long Beach, but industry leaders say many more facilities will be needed to electrify goods movement. Forum…
What is a Direct Freight Loading Method?
Loading freight? Well forget the warehouses, skip the holding areas and wave goodbye to the sorting hubs. There’s a new sheriff in town slashing wait times and it goes by…
Shoppers Show Strength Over Holiday Weekend Despite Economic Concerns
Despite worries about savings and inflation, a record number of U.S. shoppers turned out for deals over the Thanksgiving weekend, according to new data from the National Retail Federation (NRF)….
Rail Poised for Growth in 2024 on Service and Sustainability Gains
As shippers make 2024 transportation plans, rail carriers like CSX expect to attract new business thanks to major improvements in service, sustainability and technology. Smooth Sailing Ahead: Better Service on…
