SpaceX rocket transports the world’s most advanced communications satellite
On February 17th, the I-6 F2 satellite was launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 reusable rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Volatile spot market is forcing owner-operators to struggle
Overall, small fleets and owner-operators may struggle to live off of the current spot market due to market volatility, competition, capacity imbalances, lack of bargaining power, and economic uncertainty.
Should retailers be negotiating supplier costs amid persistent inflation?
As inflation continues to impact the economy, retailers may feel the pressure to push back on supplier costs to maintain their profit margins.
Drivers beware: spring weather calls for safety preparation.
Extreme spring weather can present a number of challenges for drivers, particularly those who are driving long distances or in areas that are prone to severe weather events.
Automatic tolls can be a trucking company’s worst headache
Most electronic tolling systems use transponders, which are small devices that are mounted on the windshield of a vehicle.
You don’t need to be a trucker to enjoy a truck stop!
Trucker Path - a mobile app for truck drivers - has laid out the top truck stops across America, with Davenport, Iowa’s Kwik Star #1071 taking the top spot.
Trucking industry hiring looks dim in 2023
More than half of the 108 carriers and brokers surveyed by TMS provider Rose Rocket have said that retaining and hiring truckers will be the top challenge of the year.
Cyberattacks are a major global risk
Cyberattacks are a growing threat to global supply chains, and they can result in significant disruption, financial loss, and reputational damage.
Nevada lithium mine faces environmentalist backlash
A U.S. judge has asked a federal agency to revisit part of its approval of the plans to create a Lithium Americas mine in Nevada, near the Oregon border.
For 20 years, London’s Congestion Charge has proven successful
London's Congestion Charge is a fee imposed by the government to drivers who wish to enter certain parts of central London during designated times.
Airlines are coming together to create more sustainable aviation fuel
United, Air Canada, Boeing, GE Aerospace, JPMorgan Chase, and Honeywell are partnering to invest $100 million into The United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund.
Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response gets restructuring regarding vaccine stockpiling
The Department of Health and Human Services has a smaller agency within it called the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response and it has been responsible for much of the vaccine supplies available to the public in recent years.
Ohio locals enraged over toxic chemical spill into air and water after train derailment
Norfolk Southern’s PR nightmare has only just begun as residents of nearby East Palestine, Ohio raise concerns over wildlife and safety.
Canadian inquiry into Trudeau’s “Freedom Convoy” response concludes
Former judge Paul Rouleau, who led the review, announced that the Prime Minister’s actions met that steep threshold required to enforce the Emergencies Act against Ottawa trucking protestors last year.
What translates from truck driving school to the road?
Truck driving schools typically provide classroom instruction and hands-on training on a closed course, often with a standard tractor-trailer.
Ohio train derailment spurs urgent response from AAR over safety issues
February 3rd, a Norfolk Southern freight train derailed outside of East Palestine, Ohio resulting in a 38 rail car pile-up with eleven of those cars resulting in hazardous material spilling out.
Maersk & MSC say they will split in 2025 💔
Since 2015, the two largest container lines in the world have been in a vessel-sharing agreement (2M Alliance) - set to expire in 2025.
BP's acquisition of TravelCenter of America is underway
The company’s growth beyond its petroleum and into the convenience store sector continues as they shell out $1.3 billion in cash for the TA network.
Cross-border logistics for perishable foods can get complicated
These goods have a limited shelf life and require special handling to maintain their quality and safety.
5 years standing: NJ’s Fort Lee named top truck bottleneck for fifth consecutive year
For the fifth year in a row, the American Transportation Research Institute has named Fort Lee, New Jersey the country’s worst trucking bottleneck.