American Association of Port Authorities CEO Chris Connor announced he is retiring effective Oct. 1.
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Kentucky Waives HOS Limits to Aid Storm Relief Efforts
Kentucky issued a temporary emergency order waiving federal hours-of-service rules and weigh station requirements through Aug. 18 for truckers assisting with storm relief efforts.
July 25, 2023Canada Dockworkers to Vote on New Contract Today
The union representing more than 7,000 dockworkers at two of Canada’s busiest ports is set for a key vote on a new contract today, potentially putting an end to labor unrest.
July 21, 2023Senate Defense Bill Includes Freight-Centric Policy
WASHINGTON — A must-pass defense policy bill under consideration in the Senate includes a proposal to further facilitate access for trucks to military bases and installations.
July 20, 2023Canadian Dockworkers May Be Reconsidering Rejected Offer
Dockworkers might be rethinking their position on a tentative deal after calling off a renewed strike this weekend at Canada’s west coast ports, according to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
July 20, 2023UPS, Teamsters Agree to Resume Talks July 25
UPS Inc. and its union will resume labor talks July 25 after negotiations had stalled earlier this month as the company seeks to head off a strike that could occur as early as Aug. 1.
July 19, 2023FMCSA Embarks on New Effort to Catch Fraudulent Movers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration this spring conducted more than 100 investigations into household goods moving fraud, and is proceeding with 60 enforcement actions.
July 19, 2023Now Canada Dockworkers Won't Go Back on Strike After All
Workers at Canada’s west coast ports withdrew plans to go back on strike, hours after threatening to restart a disruption that would have paralyzed the country’s busiest maritime hub.
July 19, 2023Port Charleston Freight Tied to Averitt Express Expansion
South Carolina state officials have welcomed a $4.58 million expansion by Averitt Express of its operations in Charleston County to meet freight needs from the Port of Charleston.
July 14, 2023Strike That Snarled Canada’s Ports to End as Deal Is Reached
A 13-day strike that disrupted shipments at Canada’s western ports is set to end after the dockworkers’ union and a group of employers agreed on a tentative deal.
July 13, 2023