US Trucking Jobs Dip Below October 2022 Levels After Revisions and Declines
The US truck transportation jobs declined in both June and July, marking the first back-to-back monthly drops since the pandemic began.
Congress is Addressing Drug Shortages Amidst the COVID-19 Crisis
Congress is taking action to address the critical shortage of pharmaceutical drugs in the U.S., which has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Industry's Vigilance Rises in Response to Heightened Cargo Theft
Cargo theft has reached a decade-high, with the second quarter of 2023 witnessing a 57% increase compared to the previous year, totaling 582 thefts across the U.S. and Canada.
The Yellow Corp Legacy Ends with Bankruptcy and Job Losses
Yellow Corp., a prominent US trucking company with a history of nearly 100 years, has filed for bankruptcy, leading to the closure of its business and leaving 30,000 employees without jobs.
Overstock's Bed Bath & Beyond Rebrand Attracts New Suppliers
Overstock's acquisition of Bed Bath & Beyond's intellectual property in a bankruptcy auction for over $20 million in June has proven to be a boon for the company.
Yellow Closure Disrupts LTL Sector
Less-than-truckload carrier Yellow Corp. has ceased operations after nearly 100 years in business, leading to disruptions in the broader LTL market.
Enhancing Worker Safety by Eliminating Heavy Lifting
New advances in computer vision are improving worker safety by addressing the deficiencies that have hindered robotic automation in taking over dangerous tasks for workers.
Trucking Company Shares Training Methods After Semi Driver Hostage Incident
Two suspects were shot dead by Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers during a standoff and hostage situation in Vandalia, Ohio.
Massachusetts Truck Driver Wins $1 Million Just Days After Announcing Retirement
Paul Bashaw, a 65-year-old trucker with over 20 years of experience in Massachusetts, is retiring with a $1 million jackpot, won just three days after he gave notice to his boss.
CJ Logistics Partners with World's 7th Largest Shipping Company, ONE
CJ Logistics, South Korea's largest parcel delivery service, has entered into a strategic partnership with Japan's Ocean Network Express (ONE), a global container shipping company.
Lithium-ion Batteries are a Growing Concern for the Logistics Industry
A recent fire incident on the car carrier, Fremantle Highway, carrying electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries, has brought attention to the safety concerns associated with transporting products containing such batteries in the logistics industry.
Schneider, the Green Bay Trucking Giant, Expands with the Acquisition of a Massachusetts-Based Dedicated Hauler
Green Bay's trucking giant, Schneider National Inc., has acquired Massachusetts-based M&M Transport Services LLC in a move to expand its dedicated division.
MIT Offers Humanitarian Logistics Course
MIT's Center for Transportation & Logistics is offering a free online course titled "Humanitarian Logistics," led by Dr. Jarrod Goentzel, director of the MIT Humanitarian Supply Chain Lab.
TFI Experiencing Surge in Shipments Following Yellow's Closure
TFI International's U.S. less-than-truckload operation, TForce Freight, experienced a significant increase in daily shipments, around 3,000, following the announcement of rival Yellow Corp.'s closure.
Canadian Trucking Company Ordered to Rehire Truck Driver Fired for Drinking and Driving
A female truck driver was fired by Groupe Robert, a Canadian trucking company, after a crash on June 30th, 2022.
Labor Department Initiates Program Aimed at Reducing Warehouse Injuries
The Department of Labor has launched a three-year "national emphasis program" aimed at improving workplace hazard prevention in warehouses, distribution centers, processing facilities, and high-risk retail establishments.
MEI, Heavy-Hauling Specialist, Strengthens Presence in Southeast through Pro-Pac Deal
MEI Rigging & Crating has acquired Pro-Pac International and its affiliate J&J Machinery Transport, expanding its operations in the Southeast.
Volvo Recalls 63,095 Trucks Due to Defective Wiper Motors
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 63,095 trucks in the U.S. and Canada due to a potential issue with the windshield wiper motor.
Incora, in Bankruptcy, Seeks to Retrieve Shipments from Resistant Supplier
Aerospace supply chain specialist Incora, which filed for bankruptcy in June, is facing difficulties with a resistant supplier, Appli-Tec.
Congress Urged to Regulate Self-Driving Vehicles for Safety and Uniform Standards
Advocates for the self-driving vehicle industry have urged Congress to take action and regulate autonomous cars and trucks.