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For the commercial transportation business, moving things from point A to point B is job one. This coverage explores all of those movements at a global level and focuses on everything from global trade, ocean shipping, and port activity to intermodal business, rail operations and the greater supply chain.
Crowley Integrates DFTS Management Into Government Services
Crowley Maritime Corp. has announced it will combine its Defense Freight Transportation Services contract management group with other government services under its Crowley Solutions business units.
January 2, 2019United Road Services, Carlyle Group Buy Fleet Car Carriers
United Road Services has joined with The Carlyle Group and other investors to acquire Colorado-based Fleet Car Carriers.
December 28, 2018Willson International Expands Into Alberta
Willson International, a fourth-generation, family-owned-and-operated logistics company based in the Toronto area, has expanded westward and added brokerage and logistics account executives servicing Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.
December 28, 2018India Crackdown on Amazon, Walmart Seen Hurting Online Shoppers
India鈥檚 new rules for foreign e-commerce platforms may be designed to protect local companies from Amazon.com聽and Walmart Inc., but consumers are likely to suffer the collateral damage.
December 28, 2018CFI Logistics Acquires Chicago-Based Optimal Freight
Truckload carrier and logistics firm CFI announced plans to acquire Chicago-based Optimal Freight.
December 27, 2018Rhode Island to Construct 10 More Truck Toll Gantries
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation has received federal approval to advance construction on 10 more truck-tolling gantries.
December 27, 2018UPS Holiday Package Returns Hit Peak Before Year End for First Time
UPS Inc. expected to handle a record 1.5 million returns Dec. 19, ahead of its usual early January peak of 1.3 million.
December 20, 2018Record Number of Travelers Predicted for Roads, Rails, Airports, AAA Says
Expect record-breaking crowds this holiday season on the nation鈥檚 roads, rails and runways, as about one-third of Americans will be on the move.
December 20, 2018FedEx Stock Takes Beating on Bleak European Outlook
FedEx Corp. shares plunged Dec. 19, after its 鈥渏arring鈥 cut to annual forecasts and bleak commentary about European economy and global trade alarmed the market.
December 19, 2018Manitoulin Transport Buys Yukon Business in Latest Acquisition
Manitoulin Transport has purchased Kluane Freight Lines Ltd.鈥檚 book of business and formed a joint venture with Chief Isaac Group of Cos., according to a Manitoulin news release.
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