The bottlenecked ports in Los Angeles face a narrow window between now and midyear to clear container backlogs before another import surge and union contract talks threaten to stall progress moving record volumes of cargo through the busiest U.S. gateway for trade.
February 22, 2022Logistics News
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.
Narrow Window to Clear Clogged L.A. Ports Hinges on Demand Waning
Truckload Sector Sees Continued Strength in Q4
The truckload sector continued to experience a strong pricing environment during the fourth quarter amid marginal fleet growth.
February 18, 2022Elon Musk’s Boring Co. Submits Plan for North Miami Beach Tunnel
Elon Musk’s Boring Co. is seeking to build an underground loop around North Miami Beach for Tesla vehicles, the latest idea to help address traffic in an ever-growing part of Florida with limited public transportation.
February 18, 2022Gas, Grocery Price Hikes Spur States to Pursue Tax Relief
Rapidly climbing inflation in the U.S. is accelerating calls from governors and state leaders to provide immediate tax relief to cash-strapped residents facing higher prices on everyday products such as gas, milk and electricity.
February 18, 2022Trucker Turned Politician Proposes Bill Honoring Alaska’s Drivers
An Alaskan state senator and professional driver is sponsoring Truck Driver Appreciation Day legislation to permanently recognize truckers for their service.
February 18, 2022DHL Express Sues City Over Possible Lockout at San Antonio Airport
International shipping services provider DHL Express has operated at San Antonio International Airport for more than 30 years, but it’s facing a possible lockout over an alleged lease violation.
February 17, 2022Senators Propose Fuel-Tax Holiday Amid Funding Debate
Congressional lawmakers are proposing measures that include a suspension of the federal gas tax to stave off soaring prices at the pump, and are considering other remedies to ease inflationary price increases as Congress averted a federal government shutdown by passing a short-term spending measure.
February 17, 2022Ryder Reports Q4, Full-Year Revenue Growth
Vehicle leasing and rental company Ryder System Inc. on Feb. 16 reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 earnings that easily exceeded Wall Street analysts’ expectations.
February 17, 2022Watchdogs Pledge Crackdown on Global Supply Chain Collusion
Companies that use global supply chains to cover up collusion and criminal conduct could face fines equivalent to 10% of their revenue.
February 17, 2022Hirschbach to Acquire John Christner Trucking
Hirschbach Motor Lines on Feb. 16 announced that it will acquire Sapulpa, Okla.-based refrigerated carrier John Christner Trucking.
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