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Business: Page 28

Regulations
Coalition calls for increased weight limits for auto haulers
A group of auto haulers and others said as adoption of heavier EVs grows, higher weight limits are warranted. Also: Mack expands EV-support offerings with partnerships; Saia opens two new terminals; two fleets announce leadership appointments.
February 15, 2023
David Bunting's five-car Sun Country trailer loaded with pickup trucks
Mergers & Acquisitions
Experts expect M&A in the transportation and logistics industry to thrive in 2023
Despite choppy economic waters in 2022, many M&A deals got done, and that trend is expected to continue in 2023, though the size and structure of deals will differ, along with a shift in the types of company profiles targeted for acquisition.
February 5, 2023
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Jones Logistics acquiring Nationwide Express
Mississippi-based Jones Logistics announced it is acquiring 100-truck Nationwide Express. Also: TEC Equipment's Portland location is now a Mack and Volvo Certified EV Dealership; six fleets petition FMCSA for waiver to allow flashing brake lights
February 3, 2023
Jones Logistics truck
Regulations
ATA's Spear talks congestion, driver shortage, more at Congressional hearing
ATA President and CEO was on a panel of industry reps during a hearing Wednesday of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Spear outlined some of trucking's biggest headwinds, including highway congestion, parking and more.
February 2, 2023
ATA President and CEO Chris Spear
Mergers & Acquisitions
R.E. Garrison acquires Georgia-based produce hauler
Boaty's Transport will continue to operate under its own name under the R.E. Garrison umbrella. The acquisition of Boaty’s will bring with it more than 50 tractors and 80 refrigerated trailers.
January 26, 2023
R.E. Garrison truck
Business
Becoming more attractive to modern shippers
Carriers that can confidently answer questions about labor, sustainability and location will be the most desirable for shippers moving forward.
January 25, 2023
Blue semi
Technology
Idelic launches Idelic Insurance Agency to offer coverage for commercial fleets
The company provides customizable insurance for commercial fleets based on their adoption and results from using the Idelic Program, which includes Safety Suite and Driver Safety Playbook that provides proactive risk insights.
January 23, 2023
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Growth strategies
Resolve to run your business by the numbers
The revamped TCA Profitability Program has successfully brought carrier members together to benchmark their performance based on their actual operating ratios and key performance indicators (KPIs) for more than 20 years.
January 23, 2023
accountant using calculator
Workforce development
U.S. Xpress names Julie Van de Kamp president of dedicated
Van de Kamp – now in a role that has mostly been attended by men – attributes much of her career success to her experiences as a woman within an organization that fosters diversity and inclusivity.
January 20, 2023
Julie Van de Kamp
Regulations
Fuel haulers in eight states get hours of service relief
A refinery shutdown in Colorado prompted a regional emergency declaration from FMCSA. Also: Small aggregates hauler acquired; Nikola launches hydrogen mobile fueler; Navistar names new senior VP; Volvo invests in autonomy; Ascend CEO recognized.
January 20, 2023
tanker truck
Economic trends
Trucking conditions, while improved, remained negative in November
FTR's Trucking Conditions Index showed slight improvement in November. Also: Schneider gets eCascadia in SoCal intermodal operations; FMCSA denies driver's HOS exemption request; Mack unveils refreshed Granite model; Estes opens new Texas terminal.
January 19, 2023
FTR Trucking Conditions Index November 2022
Business
2022 saw significant uptick in cargo theft activity
CargoNet reports a 15% y/y increase in supply chain risk events, a 17% increase in truck and/or trailer theft and a 20% increase in cargo theft. Also: U.S. Xpress' Eric Fuller appointed to Fed branch board; used container seller expands to Canada.
January 13, 2023
cargo theft
Economic trends
What should carriers expect from dry van and reefer rates in 2023?
After a turbulent year for many carriers working the spot market, it's time to look ahead further into 2023 to get an idea of where rates might go as the year progresses.
January 12, 2023
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Growth strategies
Trucking strategies to keep your freight business moving
Moving freight through the supply chain has been challenging for several years – a trend likely to continue for the foreseeable future.
January 11, 2023
Speeding truck on the highway
Business
FedEx Freight expanding e-commerce returns service
The company is expanding its FedEx Freight Direct e-commerce offering for returns of big and bulky items. Also: HOS regs suspended for certain fuel haulers in four states; EV charging station operator partners with EV maintenance company; more.
January 11, 2023
FedEx Freight truck
Mergers & Acquisitions
ATS Logistics acquired by Charleston port behemoth
ATS will operate as part of the Harbor Logistics platform, the market leader in warehouse and drayage capabilities in the Charleston market.
January 5, 2023
ATS Logistics trailers
Business
Three fleets make acquisition moves
Three fleets in various segments announce expansions. Also: C.H. Robinson CEO Bob Biesterfeld is out. He'd been in that role since 2019 and with the company for 24 years.
January 5, 2023
Tradition Transportation Group trucks
Mergers & Acquisitions
Forward Air expands LTL capabilities with acquisition of Kentucky expediter
Headquartered in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Land Air Express offers a variety of services, including guaranteed, standard, exclusive, same day, hot shot and pickup and delivery.
January 4, 2023
Forward Air semi
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NMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technology
The trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.
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