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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.
 

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Amazon Bringing Its Delivery Efficiency to Disaster Relief

Disaster Relief by Amazon is made up of a group of Amazon employees who are tasked with using the company’s resources to help communities after disasters strike.

September 11, 2023
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DHL Express Opens Miami-to-Argentina Cargo Shipping Route

DHL Express started shipping this week from Miami to Argentina, as part of its cargo hauling expansion from South Florida to Latin America.

September 8, 2023
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The Trucking Industry Tackles Carbon Tracking

As corporate reporting on greenhouse gas emissions becomes commonplace, more shippers will turn to their freight transportation providers for help tracking their carbon footprints.

September 8, 2023
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Executive Spotlight: Wade Anderson, Bay & Bay Transportation

Wade Anderson of Bay & Bay Transportation in Eagen, Minn., has more than 30 years of experience digitally transforming companies.

September 8, 2023
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UPS to Raise Average Prices by 5.9%

UPS Inc. will raise prices 5.9%, to take effect on Dec. 26.

September 8, 2023
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Two Flexport Executives to Leave After CEO’s Abrupt Exit

Flexport Inc. executives Teresa Carlson and Darcie Henry are leaving the company, both hired during the tenure of CEO Dave Clark, who unexpectedly departed on Sept. 6.

September 8, 2023
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STB Rule May Help Boost Competition for Railroad Shipments

OMAHA, Neb. — Companies that have plants served by only one railroad may soon be able to get a bid from another railroad if their service is bad enough under a new rule that was proposed Sept. 7.

September 8, 2023
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Biden Will Nominate Michael Whitaker as Next FAA Chief

President Joe Biden will nominate Michael Whitaker to lead the Federal Aviation Administration after his first choice withdrew in March after facing opposition from Republican senators.

September 7, 2023
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Trucking Experts Prepare for Lackluster Peak Season

Trucking industry experts are expecting a modest peak shipping season due to freight demand and inventory trends as consumer preferences have shifted back to services from goods.

September 7, 2023
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Flexport Founder Ryan Petersen to Return as CEO

Flexport CEO Dave Clark is abruptly leaving the startup after a year, making way for the return of founder Ryan Petersen and highlighting pressure on startups in the logistics industry.

September 7, 2023