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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.

BusinessEquipment

Labor Challenges, Supply Chain Issues Continue to Hinder Trailer Production

Demand for trailers remains red-hot, but shortages of labor, components and supplies are restricting production, making it difficult for trailer makers to meet demand and set prices — with no end in sight for the long term.

April 11, 2022
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

R.I. Truckers Back $46 Million Plan to Upgrade Commercial Fishing Port

The Rhode Island Trucking Association backs the governor’s request to invest $46 million to add decades to the life of a major East Coast commercial fishing hub in the Port of Galilee while improving freight movements.

April 11, 2022
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

3PLs Can Strengthen Partnerships, Advocate for Industry, TIA Leaders Say

SAN DIEGO — At a time when supply chain challenges are in the national spotlight, third-party logistics providers have a unique opportunity to advocate for their businesses and forge stronger relationships with their shipper customers and carrier partners, 3PL industry leaders said.

April 11, 2022
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

UST Promotes Kevin Dietrich

UST Logistical Systems announced the promotion of Kevin Dietrich to executive president. In his new role, Dietrich will be responsible for all divisions and their financial performance.

April 8, 2022
BusinessLogistics

Interactive Map: Where the 2022 Top 100 Logistics Companies Are in North America

Find out where the 2022 Top 100 Logistics Companies are located by regions and by state in North America with our interactive map.

April 8, 2022
BusinessLogistics

Expanded List of Top 100 3PLs Reflects Ever-Changing Logistics Landscape

As the 3PL industry continues to grow, so, too, does Transport Topics' annual ranking of the largest logistics companies in North America, this year expanding from 50 to 100 companies.

April 8, 2022
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Outgrowing Your TMS Is OK, Just Don't Let It Happen Twice

Outgrowing your software or platform is a normal rite of passage, and one that should be celebrated. But after that first time, if you find yourself again in need of new platforms, that's a sign you probably made a mistake.

April 8, 2022
BusinessLogistics

The Rise of the Entrepreneurial Carrier: What Shippers Need to Know

In 2022, we’re approaching the dawn of a new era for entrepreneurial carriers. The industry should be ready to adapt with small carriers in mind by providing systems and technologies that allow them to succeed.

April 8, 2022
BusinessLogistics

Market Growth, Mergers Adjust Logistics Sector Rankings

In a strong freight market and tight capacity environment, the largest freight brokerage firms in North America were able to grow their businesses by significant margins in 2021 as they worked to solve shippers’ transportation challenges. Other sectors were also filled with noteworthy performers.

April 8, 2022
BusinessLogistics

High Demand Drives 3PLs to Best Growth Year on Record

Strong consumer demand, continued supply chain bottlenecks and tight carrier capacity sent air, ground and ocean transportation rates soaring to historic levels in 2021 as shippers leaned on third-party logistics providers to bolster inventories and avoid product stockouts.

April 8, 2022