Port of LB renews push for single truck appointment system
The Port of Long Beach in San Pedro Bay is looking to incorporate a single, interoperable truck appointment system to help improve efficiency.
FMCSA continues its fight to have unapproved ELDs removed from trucks
Furthering their efforts, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is continuing to press for the removal of electronic logging devices that do not meet their minimum requirements.
Global 3PL market is forecasting 2023 revenue of over $2.3 trillion
This is a huge jump from 2022’s valued market of 1.1 trillion. The estimations are being drawn from India-based analytics and advisory company, Astute Analytica.
U.S. Coast Guard warns of fire hazards when exposing Lithium-Ion batteries to saltwater
The U.S. Coast Guard issued an official warning to the shipping industry regarding the loading of electric vehicles with damaged Lithium-ion batteries onto vessels traveling through salt water.
Super Bowl Sunday demands a massive transfer of avocados
Avocados are a popular ingredient in a variety of dishes, mainly guacamole, which is a staple at many Super Bowl parties.
Thieves are enabled by lack of reporting cargo theft, cays CargoNet
Incomplete data and strained law enforcement can create an environment that is permissive to cargo theft, as thieves are able to exploit gaps in security, intelligence, and enforcement.
Highway congestion cannot be solved by adding more lanes to freeways
Studies have shown that adding more lanes to a highway often leads to an increase in traffic, known as "induced demand".
Customers can expect fresher produce with the implementation of automation
While it's important to note that while automation can help improve the efficiency and quality of the supply chain, it's only one part of the solution.
Norfolk Southern train derailment sends Ohio residents evacuating
After the 50-car train wreck crashed along the Ohio-Pennsylvania border, a large fire began to burn and forced residents of East Palestine, Ohio to leave their homes for their safety until the blaze is under control.
The White House to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act
President Joe Biden and former President Bill Clinton will unite at an event this week to spotlight the famous piece of legislation that guaranteed qualified American workers up to 12 weeks of unpaid time off.
Curious about how the Skittles supply chain operates?
Everything Supply Chain is sharing the details along with a helpful Youtube video for visual purposes.
Cross-border freight transportation involves layers of complexities
Different countries have different regulations regarding cross-border trade, including customs, duties, taxes, and tariffs, which can be challenging to navigate and comply with.
To address driver shortage, companies should refocus on driver health
Improving truck driver health is a critical component in addressing the truck driver shortage and reducing turnover rates in the trucking industry.
Trucking owner-operators facing new challenges in 2023
Trucking fleets will likely be facing a litany of issues over the course of the year, as an aging workforce begins to take their leave and the owner-operator model faces sweeping federal regulations.
Sound off: FMCSA tackles the topic of automated driving systems
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is asking for more detailed information to analyze before it lays down any specific regulatory rules in regard to automated driving systems.
What’s up with all the factory fires in 2022?
There were 3,609 factory fire alerts in 2022, the most ever recorded in a single year and up 85% year-on-year.
US DOT refocuses on combating human trafficking in transportation industry
Last week, U.S. Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg highlighted the opportunity to recognize and prevent the crime of human trafficking in the transportation industry.
41,000 truck drivers tested positive for marijuana in 2022
Marking a 32% increase compared to 2021m a whopping 41,000 truck drivers tested positive for the substance, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Can improved procurement strategies scrub the stain of modern slavery from our supply chains?
Procurement can help avoid the growing trend of modern slavery in supply chains by implementing several strategies.
Abbott Laboratories under DOJ investigation for 2022 baby formula shortage
The Department of Justice has let Abbot Laboratories know that the company is under investigation after a national formula shortage that had parents wringing their hands in concern in 2022.
