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(175 articles)Transport Tax Hikes Threaten Pakistan's Supply Chain Costs
The Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) has raised concerns about proposed or enacted tax increases targeting Pakistan's transport sector, flagging that additional levies will materially increase
NY/NJ Port Congestion Creates 6-Mile Trucking Delays
The Port of New York and New Jersey, the busiest port complex in the United States, is experiencing significant congestion that has created 6-mile queues of trucks awaiting entry. This bottleneck repr
Iran Disruptions Ripple Through US Trucking Sector
Iran supply chain disruptions are creating operational headwinds for US trucking companies, with cascading effects across logistics networks. The geopolitical tensions are restricting trade flows and
ArcBest Cuts 2% Workforce in Organizational Restructuring
ArcBest, a major North American asset-based carrier and logistics provider, has announced organizational changes coupled with a 2% workforce reduction. This move reflects broader industry pressures on
AmeriLux Transportation Acquires Dedicated Systems
AmeriLux Transportation & Logistics has completed an acquisition of Dedicated Systems, marking another consolidation move in North America's fragmented trucking sector. This strategic combination stre
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
ArcBest Consolidates Brands, Cuts Workforce in Strategic Restructuring
ArcBest has announced a significant corporate restructuring involving the consolidation of its operating brands and a reduction in workforce. This move represents a strategic pivot toward operational
Fleet Visibility Crisis: Why 80% Skip AI Tools for Maintenance
A FreightWaves and Kooner Fleet Management Solutions survey exposes a critical operational blind spot: most fleets lack the data visibility needed to manage maintenance strategically, despite widespre
ArcBest Closes 10 Service Centers, Cuts 2% Workforce
ArcBest, a major U.S. LTL (less-than-truckload) and logistics provider, has announced the closure of 10 service centers and a workforce reduction of approximately 2%. This restructuring reflects broad
AI Bots Outperform Humans in Driver Communication
CloneOps, an artificial intelligence automation company, is reshaping how supply chain communications operate by deploying intelligent agents that interact directly with truck drivers. According to CE
FMCSA's Ambitious Regulatory Agenda Signals Major Enforcement Push
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has released its most aggressive regulatory agenda in recent years, featuring 48 proposed initiatives aimed at strengthening motor carrier safety, drive
DHS, DOT Investigate 75 CDL Schools for Fraud—What Carriers Need to Know
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Department of Transportation announced a coordinated investigation into approximately 75 commercial driver's license training schools suspected of fraudule
Freight Rates Surge: TD Cowen/AFS Index Signals Elevated Trucking Costs
The TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index has released new data indicating elevated truckload and less-than-truckload (LTL) rates in the North American market. This signals sustained pricing pressure across the
Truckload and LTL Rates Hit New Highs in Q3 2024
FreightWaves has issued a warning that both truckload (TL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) rates will reach new cycle highs in the third quarter, extending gains from the second quarter. The forecast re
Carrier Closures Eliminate 245+ Jobs in Freight Sector
A wave of carrier and logistics company closures has resulted in the elimination of more than 245 jobs across the freight industry, signaling continued distress in the transportation sector. These clo
Old Dominion Reports Steady Freight Demand Amid Disciplined Growth
Old Dominion Freight Line, a major less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier in North America, is maintaining steady freight demand while executing a disciplined growth strategy. This signals resilience in th
Gordie Howe Bridge Opens July 27, Boosting Canada-US Trade
The Gordie Howe International Bridge will officially open on July 27, 2024, after Canada, Michigan, and the U.S. government resolved a dispute over toll governance and profit-sharing arrangements. Thi
EPA NOx Rule 2027: $25K Per Truck Cost Reshapes Fleets
The EPA has finalized stricter nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks, effective in 2027. This regulatory shift will add approximately $25,000 to the cost of each new truck, cr
EPA Keeps NOx Limits in Place, Eases Implementation Timeline
The EPA released a 477-page proposed amendment to its 2023 heavy-duty truck NOx emissions rule that maintains the core nitrogen oxide reduction targets while softening certain implementation requireme
From Prison to Trucker: How One Driver Built Sustainable Business
This FreightWaves profile tells the story of Debon Sims, a formerly incarcerated driver who successfully transitioned from the load board to a stable waste-hauling contract by disciplined financial ma
Trucking's $38M Insurance Fraud: What Shippers Must Know
Jasbir Thandi's guilty plea in the Global Hawk Insurance fraud case represents one of the trucking industry's largest insurance scheme collapses. Between 2016 and 2020, Thandi—who controlled every asp
STG Logistics Emerges From Chapter 11 With $1B Debt Cut
STG Logistics has successfully exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after significantly reducing its debt burden by approximately $1 billion. This financial restructuring represents a critical infl
FedEx Freight CEO Reveals Post-Spin-Off Growth Strategy
FedEx Freight, now operating as an independent public company following its separation from FedEx Corporation, is charting a new strategic direction under CEO Smith. The separation represents a struct
FedEx Freight Spin-Off Drives Customer Experience Improvements
FedEx Freight has reported positive customer experience metrics in the period following its spin-off from FedEx Corporation, signaling that organizational independence may be delivering operational be
TFI International Dry Van Trailers: Fleet Equipment Breakdown
This article provides an operational spotlight on TFI International's dry van trailer fleet, examining the technical specifications and deployment strategies of one of North America's largest transpor
Federal Agents Target Unqualified Drivers at Weigh Stations Nationwide
The Trump administration has launched a nationwide enforcement campaign targeting commercial truck drivers operating with improperly issued or revoked commercial driver's licenses. The Department of H
USMCA Uncertainty Threatens North American Trucking Operations
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) faces mounting uncertainty that is creating operational headwinds for the trucking industry, one of North America's most critical supply chain arteries. This r
RNG Trucks Hit Inflection Point as Performance & Economics Align
Renewable natural gas (RNG) has reached a genuine inflection point in commercial trucking adoption, driven by convergence of mature engine technology, stable pricing, and expanded fueling infrastructu
Old Dominion Freight Line Growth Strategy Strengthens LTL Market
Old Dominion Freight Line, one of North America's largest less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers, continues to position itself as a growth leader in the fragmented LTL market. The company's emphasis on it
J.B. Hunt Emphasizes Diversified Logistics Model as Growth Driver
J.B. Hunt Transport has underscored the strategic importance of its diversified logistics model as a key competitive advantage and long-term value driver for the company. The carrier's multi-modal app
ELD Mandate: Highway Requires All Carriers Connected by July 5
Highway, a carrier compliance and verification platform, has issued a July 5 deadline requiring all carriers in its network to connect their Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) to its system. This enfor
Freight Costs Hit Record Highs Amid Capacity Crunch & Fraud Risk
ITS Logistics, a major North American freight provider, has issued a comprehensive market alert flagging three interconnected challenges threatening supply chain stability in 2026: unprecedented freig
37th State of Logistics Report: Truckload Sector Insights
The 37th State of Logistics report provides the trucking industry with a comprehensive annual assessment of market conditions, capacity dynamics, and cost pressures facing truckload carriers and shipp
Carrier Leverage Shifts: What 2026 Means for Freight Rates
The truckload industry is experiencing a structural shift as carrier leverage returns to the market in 2026, reversing years of shipper-favorable conditions. This transition reflects tightening capaci
37th State of Logistics Report: LTL Sector Trends & Insights
The 37th State of Logistics report provides a comprehensive assessment of the less-than-truckload (LTL) freight sector, a critical component of North American supply chains. This annual benchmarking e
TFI International Signals Growing Industrial Demand Ahead
TFI International's recent market signals suggest a strengthening demand environment across industrial sectors, providing early indicators of operational recovery in the transportation and logistics s
Trucking Industry Consolidation: How Major & New Players Are Reshaping Capacity
The trucking industry is experiencing significant structural changes as established carriers and new market entrants position themselves to capitalize on shifting capacity dynamics and freight demand
Truck Driver Shortage Now 'Structural Threat' to Supply Chains
The truck driver shortage has escalated from a cyclical labor challenge to a **structural threat** facing businesses across multiple industries and geographies. This characterization signals that the
Yellow Corp Teamsters Lose WARN Act Case in Mass Layoff Saga
Three years after Yellow Corporation's catastrophic collapse in 2023, a court has ruled that the company's 22,000 Teamster employees are not entitled to benefits under the Worker Adjustment and Retrai
Carriers Shut Down, Logistics Firms Cut Jobs Amid Freight Distress
The freight market is experiencing elevated distress signals as multiple trucking carriers shut down operations and major logistics firms announce workforce reductions. This development signals a cont
Yellow Corp. Wins WARN Act Battle; 22,000 Workers Denied Severance
Yellow Corp. has secured a significant legal victory in its bankruptcy proceedings, with a U.S. District Court ruling that the defunct less-than-truckload carrier is not required to pay the 60-day adv
Schneider National Completes Leadership Transition With New CEO
Schneider National, a major multimodal transportation provider, has completed a planned executive leadership transition that positions the company for continued growth in competitive freight markets.
Trucking Industry Faces Mixed 2025: Capacity, Rates & Demand in Flux
The trucking industry entered 2025 facing a complex landscape of competing pressures, with results varying significantly across carrier sizes, service types, and regions. While some segments experienc
FedEx Freight Reports First Earnings as Independent LTL Operator
FedEx Freight has officially reported its first earnings as a stand-alone company, marking a significant organizational milestone in the carrier's operational independence. This structural change refl
FMCSA Suspends Biennial Updates as Motus Portal Rollout Falters
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has temporarily suspended the biennial registration update requirement for carriers that missed the June 1 deadline, signaling that persistent technical
CAVRA Standard Reshapes Carrier Vetting After Supreme Court Ruling
The logistics industry is adapting to a new standardized carrier vetting framework following a significant Supreme Court decision in the Montgomery case. The CAVRA (Carrier Vetting and Risk Assessment
Record Transportation Costs Hit Supply Chains Amid Energy Price Surge
ITS Logistics' June supply chain report documents a critical confluence of cost pressures reshaping the transportation market landscape. Rising energy prices, combined with persistent capacity constra
Freight Prices Hit Record Highs as Energy Costs Squeeze Capacity
ITS Logistics, a major North American freight provider, has signaled that the combination of elevated energy costs and constrained carrier capacity is pushing freight rates to record highs. This devel
Goldman Sachs Program Helps Small Trucking Carriers Scale Operations
Goldman Sachs' 10,000 Small Businesses program offers a structured pathway for small trucking companies to overcome the critical bottleneck that prevents sustainable growth: the owner-operator capacit
Federal Monitoring of Teamsters Union to End After 35 Years
After 35 years of federal oversight rooted in organized crime infiltration allegations, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York have join