Tesla Seeks Funding for Megachargers
Tesla is planning to revolutionize the charging infrastructure for its fully electric long-haul trucks in the US.
City Grants Permit for Construction of Building 1 Warehouse at Edgewood Logistics Center
City permits have been issued for the construction of Building 1 at the W. 12th/Edgewood Logistics Center in Jacksonville.
Alibaba's Cainiao Introduces Half-Day Express Delivery in 8 Major Cities to Boost Consumption
Alibaba's logistics arm, Cainiao Network, has introduced its half-day express delivery service in eight major Chinese cities, including Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen.
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.
Shopify Regains Growth Momentum After Divesting Logistics and Layoffs
Shopify experienced a 31% year-over-year increase in revenue during the second quarter, reaching nearly $1.7 billion, following the company's renewed focus on building e-commerce stores for brands.
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.
Brookings Institute Raises Concerns Over US Military's Logistics Gap Compared to China
The Brookings Institute recently released a report titled "America can't afford to ignore the logistics triad," which highlights the critical role of logistics in military operations, particularly against formidable adversaries like China and Russia.
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.
The Evolving Landscape of Logistics is Embracing Digital Trends in the Modern Era
The logistics industry is undergoing significant transformations in the digital age.
OTR Clutch Debit Service is Empowering Carriers with Innovative Banking Solutions in the Trucking Industry
OTR Solutions has introduced OTR Clutch, a banking application designed for carriers in the United States.
Solar Supply Chain Raises Human Rights Concerns as Transparency Declines
A new report by experts in human rights and the solar industry has raised concerns about the solar supply chain's lack of transparency amid human rights issues.
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.
Yellow Freight Closure Causes Devastating Loss of 30,000 Union Trucking Jobs
Yellow Freight, one of the nation's largest trucking companies, recently closed down, leaving nearly 30,000 union truckers jobless.
Teamsters Applaud NLRB Decision Regarding STG Logistics, Envisioning Increased Unionization Opportunities
The ongoing dispute between the Teamsters and logistics company STG Logistics over worker classification as independent contractors or employees is seen as a critical battleground in the fight over independent contractor status and unionization.
Ryder Launches Innovative Technology Lab Headed by Silicon Valley Startup Baton Founders
Ryder System, a leading logistics and transportation giant based in Miami, has established an innovation laboratory in Silicon Valley with a focus on transforming transportation and supply chain networks and preparing for the upcoming wave of AI technologies.
Walmart's Bold Step Towards Sustainable Fashion
Retail giant Walmart has set its sights on promoting sustainable fashion within its supply chain
Uber Freight Reports Widening EBITDA Loss Compared to Last Year, But Shows Improvement from Q1
Uber Freight reported a significant decline in its second-quarter earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) compared to a year ago but showed improvement sequentially.
Maricopa County Transportation Tax Measure Triumphs in Legislature Following Intense Battle
The Arizona Legislature approved a bill allowing Maricopa County to hold a transportation tax election in the coming year.