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(24 articles)RXO Expands Carrier Access: 1.7M Trucks for EPG Members
RXO has announced a significant network expansion initiative that will provide epg members with access to approximately 1.7 million trucks, substantially broadening their carrier options and freight m
Saia's August Tonnage Growth Accelerates Amid Easier Comparisons
Saia Inc., a major less-than-truckload carrier, posted accelerating tonnage growth in August with an 8.7% year-over-year increase driven by easier prior-year comparisons and a robust rate environment.
Old Dominion Balances Yield Gains Against Softening Demand
Old Dominion Freight Line's August performance reveals a carrier successfully executing pricing discipline while navigating modest demand growth. The company achieved 12.4% year-over-year daily revenu
Mullen Group Strengthens Logistics Network Amid Market Demands
Mullen Group, a major Canadian transportation and logistics provider, is evaluating strategic options to strengthen and expand its transportation network to better serve market demands. This article e
Trucking Industry Enters Structural Upcycle as Regulations Boost Profitability
The trucking industry is entering a structural multi-year upcycle characterized by sustainable rate improvements and regulatory tailwinds that industry experts believe will fundamentally reshape carri
LTL Shipping Explained: Cost-Effective Guide for Shippers
This article provides foundational educational content explaining Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping—a critical transportation mode for businesses moving partial truck loads. LTL services consolidate
Manufacturing PMI hits 4-year high; LTL carriers capitalize on demand surge
July's Manufacturing PMI reading of 55.6 marks the highest level in four years and signals robust economic expansion across the industrial sector. This seventh consecutive month of growth, coupled wit
Covenant Logistics Revenue Up, But Cost Pressures Squeeze Margins
Covenant Logistics reported mixed financial results as revenue growth was offset by escalating operational costs, resulting in margin compression. This pattern reflects broader industry headwinds affe
ArcBest Delivers Standout Q2 Results Amid Tight Capacity
ArcBest significantly exceeded seasonal expectations in Q2 2024, with its asset-based LTL division achieving a 650 basis point improvement in operating ratio—nearly double the company's typical 300-35
UPS Struggles as Amazon Flex Threatens Market Share Amid Strong Freight Demand
United Parcel Service's second-quarter earnings reveal a striking divergence in the freight market: while the broader transportation sector reports robust demand and pricing strength, UPS is strugglin
Old Dominion Increases CapEx to Sub-70% OR Target
Old Dominion Freight Lines is accelerating capital expenditure investments to $380 million in 2026—a significant increase from earlier guidance—as the LTL carrier pursues its target of achieving a sub
Old Dominion Q2 Earnings: Operating Ratio Nears 70%
Old Dominion Freight Line Company reported second-quarter earnings demonstrating significant operational improvement, with an operating ratio of 70.1%—a substantial 4.5-percentage-point improvement ov
Expedited Freight Services Combat Supply Chain Delays
All EN Logistics has published insights on how expedited freight services serve as a strategic tool for businesses facing supply chain disruptions. The article addresses a persistent challenge in mode
LTL Carriers Expand Networks but Lag Behind Lost Capacity
The US LTL (less-than-truckload) carrier sector is undertaking significant network expansion initiatives to restore capacity lost during recent market disruptions, though recovery remains incomplete r
Trucking Operating Costs Surge 3.4% in 2025, Outpacing Inflation
The American Transportation Research Institute's 2025 annual operating cost survey reveals a trucking industry under significant cost pressure, with average operational expenses climbing to $2.336 per
Analysts Raise TL, LTL Estimates Ahead of Q2 Earnings Season
Equity analysts at major investment banks are raising earnings expectations for truckload (TL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers heading into second-quarter earnings season, citing a tightening c
UPS Stock Watch: Why Global Logistics Investors Are Paying Attention
This article examines UPS as a potential investment opportunity within the broader landscape of global logistics stocks. As e-commerce continues to drive parcel volume growth and supply chains moderni
How Top LTL Carriers Build Competitive Advantage Through Operations
Old Dominion Freight Line's sustained leadership in LTL quality rankings reflects a deliberate, multi-layered operational strategy that extends far beyond competitive pricing. The carrier's 16-year tr
LTL Carriers Expand Port Services as US Import Volume Surges
Less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers in the United States are strategically expanding their operational footprint at major ports to capture growing opportunities created by rising import volumes. This r
Amazon Freight Expansion Rattles LTL Carrier Stocks
Amazon's strategic expansion into freight services has triggered a sharp selloff in less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier stocks, reflecting investor concerns about intensified competition in the fragment
P.A.M. Transportation Navigates Softer Freight Demand
P.A.M. Transportation Services, a major North American trucking operator, faces headwinds from softer freight demand in current market conditions. This challenge reflects broader industry trends where
LTL Rate Increases Accelerate: What It Means for Shippers
ArcBest's announcement of a 5.9% general rate increase effective June 22 marks a significant shift in the less-than-truckload (LTL) market structure. The timing—approximately six weeks ahead of the tr
XPO Stock Surges as Freight Recession Ends, Boosting Logistics
The freight industry has entered a recovery phase following an extended recession that pressured carrier profitability and capacity utilization. XPO Inc's stock performance reflects broader confidence
LTL Carriers Position for Industrial Growth in 2026
The top 25 less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers are strategically positioning themselves to capitalize on anticipated industrial freight demand growth in 2026. This represents a meaningful shift in how