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Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 30, 2026

St. Louis Carriers Merge: Flanagan-White and Zipp Express Expand

Flanagan-White and Zipp Express have completed a merger combining nearly 50 years of expedited and hazmat expertise with modern fleet assets and warehouse infrastructure. The transaction, driven by th

FreightWaves#carrier-consolidation#midwest-logistics#expedited-delivery
Procurement
High ImpactAug 13, 2026

Univar Solutions Wins Freight by Investing in Carrier Relationships

Univar Solutions hosted its annual Carrier Kickoff event in Chattanooga, bringing together 100 transportation providers and 200+ attendees to emphasize that **relationship-building, not just rate nego

FreightWaves#carrier-relationships#capacity-tightening#procurement-strategy
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJul 31, 2026

Why Carrier Partnerships Matter More Than Spot Rates in Hazmat

Univar Solutions is deliberately building long-term carrier partnerships rather than chasing spot rates in the specialized liquid bulk hazmat market, a strategic shift that costs more upfront but deli

FreightWaves#shipper-of-choice#carrier-relationships#chemical-logistics
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJul 31, 2026

Shipper of Choice Strategy: Why It Matters in Chemical Logistics

Chemical logistics represents one of the most demanding and risk-sensitive segments of freight transportation. The concept of 'Shipper of Choice' has emerged as a strategic imperative for companies ma

FreightWaves#chemical-logistics#shipper-of-choice#carrier-selection
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJul 6, 2026

Maersk Launches Dedicated Lithium-Ion Battery Trucking Service

Maersk has launched a dedicated freight service specifically designed for lithium-ion battery transportation across North America, marking a strategic expansion into high-demand specialized logistics.

Trucking Dive#lithium-ion-batteries#hazmat-transportation#maersk-logistics