Volvo and University of Minnesota Collaborate on Severe Weather Electric Truck Tests
Volvo Trucks North America is partnering with the University of Minnesota to conduct extreme weather testing on its VNR Electric model.
Target Strengthens Reach with New Extension Facility
Target has opened its first extension facility in Smyrna, Georgia, allowing the retailer to reach an additional 500,000 customers for next-day delivery in the Atlanta area.
$1 Billion SPAC Deal Highlights Industry Shift
Appian Capital Advisory has successfully sold the Santa Rita nickel mine and Serrote copper-gold project in Brazil for a total of $1.065 billion.
Logistics Plus adds to European operations
Logistics Plus Inc., a logistics service provider based in Erie, Pennsylvania, has acquired Dutch company Jan Krediet in order to expand its presence in Europe.
FedEx Anticipates No Benefit from UPS-Teamsters Negotiations
FedEx does not expect any significant benefits from the ongoing labor negotiations between UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, according to EVP and Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere.
Navigating Sensitive Topics: Truckers and Mergers & Acquisitions
A journalist in San Antonio reflects on the rare opportunity to befriend and gain insight from industry professionals while organizing a panel program for the Truckload Carriers Association Safety & Security Meeting.
BNSF Prepares for Intermodal Surge After West Coast Ports' Contract Deal
Following the resolution of the contract dispute at West Coast ports, BNSF Railway Co. (BNSF) has announced its readiness to handle an anticipated surge in intermodal volumes once freight levels in the region return to normal.
Fashion Industry Forms Sustainable Supply Alliance
The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and the Apparel Impact Institute (AII) have joined forces in a collaborative effort to accelerate decarbonization in the fashion industry and promote sustainability throughout the global clothes supply chain.
ABF's latest labor agreement entails a gradual $6.50 per hour wage hike implemented by 2027
ABF Freight System has disclosed the details of its recently reached tentative agreement with its unionized workforce.
'Spectrum Works & MTS Logistics' 13th Charity Bike Tour Raises $98K for Autism Employment & Acceptance'
Spectrum Works and MTS Logistics joined forces for the 13th Annual Charity Bike Tour in New York City, raising over $98,000 to support autism acceptance, employment, and equity.
Suppliers of Walmart have achieved 75% of their emissions goal
Walmart suppliers have made significant progress toward achieving the retailer's goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from its value chain.
CapRock Partners has completed getting 22 acres of land within North America's largest planned logistics business park
CapRock Partners has acquired a 22.1-acre parcel within the World Logistics Center master plan in Moreno Valley, California.
The implications of Tesla's charging partnerships with Ford and GM for the electric vehicle industry
Ford Motor, General Motors, and Tesla have made significant strides in revolutionizing the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in North America.
GM's electric vehicles to tap into Tesla's expansive charging network
General Motors (GM) has announced that its electric vehicles (EVs) will be able to use Tesla's extensive charging network starting in early 2024.
Chief Supply Chain Officers are addressing inventory challenges in their organizations
Bill Benton, the co-founder of Gains, highlights the reasons why planning processes often fail to effectively address inventory challenges.
Union Pacific and BNSF have introduced new intermodal services at Port Houston
Union Pacific and BNSF, two of the largest rail carriers in the United States, have introduced new intermodal services at Port Houston, transforming the logistics landscape for transporting goods to key U.S. markets.
Supply chain frustration continues to mount as labor issues persist at West Coast ports
Despite the reopening of West Coast ports, issues persist with labor slowdowns and shift closures.
Old Dominion sees a nearly 15% drop
Old Dominion Freight Line, a less-than-truckload carrier, reported that there was no seasonal increase in demand in May, with volume metrics slightly worse than in April when compared to the previous year.
Transport and logistics company Geodis has completed the acquisition of Southern Companies
Transport and logistics company Geodis has acquired Southern Companies, a drayage provider that serves ports in the Southeast of the United States.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory streamlines warehousing
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is implementing measures to achieve $1.2 million in annual cost savings across its supply chain.