LTL/Truckload Services

J.B. Hunt Buys Walmart’s Intermodal Assets

February 22, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

The two companies, which have been working together for decades, also signed a long-term intermodal agreement.

A VIEW OF DOWNTOWN PHILADELPHIA AND THE PHILADELPHIA WATERFRONT.

Terminal Operator Holt Logistics Being Reviewed for Anticompetitive Behavior

February 20, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

An investigator said in an email to Tri State Intermodal that the FMC was reviewing information and documents provided by truckers.

A GREEN AND BLUE PAIR OF GLASSES SIT ON TOP OF A NOTEBOOK NEAR AN OPEN LAPTOP WITH GREEN GRAPHS ON IT. MANY LUSH, GREEN TREES CAN BE SEEN THROUGH A LARGE WINDOW IN THE BACKGROUND.

THINK TANK

Practicing Green Logistics in Supply Chain Management

February 16, 2024

Graham Perry, SCB Contributor

The push for supply chain sustainability comes with many built-in benefits, including lower costs, increased efficiency and stronger customer loyalty.

A ROW OF TRUCKS STANDS AGAINST A SUNSET SKY

Start-Up CDL 1000 Acquiring Competitor Next Trucking

February 14, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

CDL 1000 founder Andrew Sobko said that this acquisition, as well as the company’s purchase of Hickory Transportation Services in November, will allow the organization to expand its services nationwide.

A FLEET OF THREE ORANGE TRUCKS DRIVE ON THE DOCK OF A PORT NEXT TO A LARGE CONTAINER SHIP.

C.H. Robinson Launches Touchless Appointment Technology

February 8, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

C.H. Robinson said that touchless appointments allow some users to save up to 7.4 hours on average in terms of being able to deliver products to market.

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

How Automated Tendering Improves Transportation Management

February 5, 2024

Michael Young, Director of Sales & Marketing at IntelliTrans

As capacity tightens with the continued rise in demand, digitizing tendering processes within transportation management systems will grow in popularity among shippers.

LTL/TRUCKLOAD SERVICES

Navigating the Changing LTL Market

February 5, 2024

Martin Burnham, President, Hercules Freight

If the economy plays out favorably, freight volumes will increase, and capacity constraints will emerge. That could put pressure on companies when shippers scrambled to find available truck space.

LTL/TRUCKLOAD SERVICES

Becoming the Shipper of Choice for LTL Carriers

February 5, 2024

Justin Springer, Director of Business Development, SMC³ and Joe Tillman, Manager Education Programs, SMC³

The LTL market continues to consolidate, and capacity will fluctuate. It is how you set yourself apart from other shippers that will make the most difference.

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT

Don’t Let Your Transportation Data Go to Waste

February 5, 2024

Mark McEntire, CEO, Princeton TMX

While a TMS can provide access to operational and market data, effectively utilizing that information to optimize supply chain operations goes beyond simply implementing the right technology.

CHEMICALS & ENERGY

Moving Past Disruption Toward Transformation in Chemical Logistics

February 5, 2024

Barb Slawter, President of Tank Intermodal, Odyssey Logistics

By exploring intermodal transportation options, improving network visibility and advancing sustainability initiatives, the chemical supply chain can transform to meet the moment.

LTL/Truckload Services

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding truckload and less-than-truckload (LTL) services and their impact on supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through truckload and LTL solutions. New technologies that provide information during ground shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using truckload and LTL solutions to power their supply chains.