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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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Willson 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, 2018
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

India Crackdown on Amazon, Walmart Seen Hurting Online Shoppers

India’s new rules for foreign e-commerce platforms may be designed to protect local companies from Amazon.com and Walmart Inc., but consumers are likely to suffer the collateral damage.

December 28, 2018
BusinessLogistics

CFI Logistics Acquires Chicago-Based Optimal Freight

Truckload carrier and logistics firm CFI announced plans to acquire Chicago-based Optimal Freight.

December 27, 2018
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Rhode 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, 2018
BusinessLogisticsTCA

UPS 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, 2018
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Record Number of Travelers Predicted for Roads, Rails, Airports, AAA Says

Expect record-breaking crowds this holiday season on the nation’s roads, rails and runways, as about one-third of Americans will be on the move.

December 20, 2018
BusinessLogistics

FedEx Stock Takes Beating on Bleak European Outlook

FedEx Corp. shares plunged Dec. 19, after its “jarring” cut to annual forecasts and bleak commentary about European economy and global trade alarmed the market.

December 19, 2018
BusinessLogistics

Manitoulin Transport Buys Yukon Business in Latest Acquisition

Manitoulin Transport has purchased Kluane Freight Lines Ltd.’s book of business and formed a joint venture with Chief Isaac Group of Cos., according to a Manitoulin news release.

December 19, 2018
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Ozark Motor Lines Raises Pay as Trucker Shortage Creates Worker Demand

Two motor carriers are closing out the year with pay increases for drivers, capping off a 2018 trend that saw many fleets boost compensation in order to attract and retain drivers.

December 19, 2018
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Resurgent Oil Fields Keep Drivers in Short Supply

These are boom times in West Texas. Across the state, the robust shale industry is providing a lift to local economies and trucking companies that serve the region. It’s also a microcosm for the trucking industry overall when it comes to finding drivers to keep the wheels of growth turning.

December 18, 2018