DOL proposed redefinition of independent contractors would rescind late Trump-era 2021 Independent Contractor Rule
The Department of Labor has proposed changes regarding the definition of independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Kansas section of the Keystone Pipeline is back online 3 weeks post-spill
Canada-based T.C. Energy issued repairs, inspection, and testing before bringing the damaged section back online after the incident in early December.
New $1.7 trillion spending bill includes new rules for CMV safety
On December 29th, Congress passed the federal spending bill that will keep the government operating fiscally through September.
China’s Covid variants are “fairly unknown” to the U.S., says former FDA commissioner
Scott Gottlieb spoke on CNBC’s ‘Closing Bell: Overtime’ in response to the latest Covid rules laid out by the United States federal government.
Alaska is granted exemption from certain CDL technique tests
Due to much of Alaska being remote communities, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy asked that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration waive certain testing requirements for their drivers that will not be necessary for them driving through most areas of the state.
Don’t underestimate the dangers of ransomware affecting your supply chain
More often than not, cybercriminals are counting on a company’s leadership being ignorant of the destruction that can be wreaked on the company’s internal systems.
Global food businesses will likely thrive in 2023 due to better risk management strategies
Input and product costs have increased after Russia’s war on Ukraine and strict Covid-19 policies, but the ongoing labor crisis has also played a role in the food industry’s new flexibility.
Truck thefts are on the rise in California, Texas, and Georgia
According to CargoNet, a total loss value of $6,033.572 has already been recorded between August 1st and December 14th of 2022.
Underwater security is critical in the wake of the mysterious Nord Stream sabotage
Seabed warfare refers to military operations that take place on or under the seabed (the bottom of the ocean).
Supply chain industry is home to America’s most dangerous jobs
Government data recently listed the profession of logging as the most dangerous job in America due to challenging working conditions and potential safety issues in terms of blunt force trauma
Blame poor maintenance for the 2020 APL England loss of 50 containers
A final report has finally been issued for the May 24, 2020 incident off the east coast of Australia that resulted in fifty boxes tumbling off the side of a ship and into the depths of the ocean below.
U.K.-based Ellerman City Liners now delivers directly to the GCT Terminal in New York
The port rotation includes three locations in Europe: Antwerp, Belgium, Rotterdam, Netherlands, and Tilbury, England.
New EPA standards may put small trucking companies out of business, says OOIDA
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is slamming the EPA over what they’re defining as “unrealistic regulations” for the trucking industry.
2023 “trucking recession” is a real possibility after stark 2022 peak season
Peak season is typically a time of stress and profit for the trucking industry.
Chicago winter storm threatens to disrupt Christmas travel
Several airlines such as United Airlines Holdings Inc., Delta Air Lines Inc., and American Airlines Group Inc. have issued travel waivers to passengers for rebooking holiday travel plans.
There are certain places companies should avoid getting sued
Georgia, California, and New York judges have been notable for issuing legendary and severe judgments on defendants in the trucking industry.
Professional drivers must practice defensive driving throughout career
While drivers are often thoroughly trained with defensive driving tactics immediately upon entry into CDL school, the problems often come from a lack of follow-up training in the years that follow.
Watch out, taxi! GM’s Cruise is under investigation for safety issues
Cruise is a self-driving vehicle company that was acquired by General Motors (GM) in 2016. The company is developing a fleet of autonomous vehicles, known as "Cruise Robotaxis," which are designed to provide on-demand, driverless transportation services to the public.
Seems like everyone wants to work from home - but can warehouse workers do it too?
Remote work took the world by a storm after the pandemic sent most office workers and college students packing almost three years ago.
General Motors’ self-driving taxi Cruise is under investigation
United States safety regulators at The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are launching a formal probe into the automaker’s autonomous driving system in its self-driving vehicle, Cruise.
