70,000+ independent truckers brace for AB5’s impact; how to survive a shipwreck; trucking gives drivers life after prison and more on WTT
Digital twins are all the rage in business because they provide a proactive look at the supply chain.
With the freight market falling and layoffs hitting the news cycle, is now a good time to get a job in supply chain? We’ll find out on demand on WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On demand on WTT: Lunar logistics with NASA; will the fuel tax holiday help trucking; DB Schenker buys USA Truck and more
Inside the WTT newsletter: best places for truckers with dogs; imports nose-dive at Port of LA; autonomous truck gets public road approval
Schreiber Foods, one of the world’s largest dairy producers, has been named a FreightWaves Shipper of Choice in 2022.
FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller analyzes the bullwhip effect on the current retail and trucking environments.
FreightWaves’ Net-Zero Carbon show dives into regenerative agriculture and how farming techniques can sequester carbon and improve soil health.
AskWaves explains carbon insets, how they may benefit companies and what limits they may have.
Tampons are in short supply due to supply chain disruptions such as difficulty getting raw materials.
Chain.io has raised $11 million in a funding round to help grow its technology and support base as it seeks to create frictionless supply chain integrations.
On WHAT THE TRUCK?!?: Why this startup is betting big on Tesla Semis; Biden vs Boats; Shifting FreightTech needs and news
What goods are being shipped and from where? How do the shipments that pass through Poland make it to Ukraine?
President Biden made his case for getting ocean carrier reform on the books by accusing ocean carriers of jacking up prices for consumers.
Analysts from J.P. Morgan and Bank of America warned of an impending disaster for U.S. imports.
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are ready to rumble as they’re talking to some of the most interesting and electric people in freight. Alex from The Asian Mai […]
Why Flexport brought on Dave Clark; sriracha and tampon shortages; fuel is Morbin.
Supply chains can be a differentiator, and even a moneymaker, for retailers willing to embrace change and encourage risk.
The big problem with big ships; Amazon exec now co-CEO at Flexport; Fighting driver wait times; America’s Trucker charity golf tournament and more on the podcast
Tractor Supply Co., which sells everything from lawn mowers to pet supplies, is a 2022 FreightWaves Shipper of Choice award winner.
Reducing logistics costs starts by optimizing operations one piece at a time.
The case of Daimler Truck’s missing powertrain controller modules may be tough to solve. The microchips in them are as popular as a Taco Bell drive-thru after the Great Mexican Pizza Famine and lots more valuable, so we all have a motive.
Restoration Hardware saw the need to be more flexible in its lane bid process but didn’t have the tools necessary to do so until it found Trimble’s Engage Lane.
Aera Technology has introduced new decision-making software that it believes can improve processes and speed common tasks within the supply chain.
As supply chain disruptions have become the norm in the past few years, Fictiv has worked with clients to create agility to manage the chaos.
Supply chain disruptions can be managed, said Gartner’s Brian Whitlock, but companies need to take a long view and make it a team effort.
Maersk said it can provide end-to-end supply chain solutions with its ships calling its APM Terminals Elizabeth, followed by clearance through Maersk Customs Services and finally storage, fulfillment distribution and inland transportation through Performance Team.
This week in rates; used truck prices drop; getting drivers benefits; weather vs freight and more
United Airlines has stepped up to help Operation Fly Formula by transporting critically needed baby formula from the U.K. on regular passenger flights.
The Biden administration has employed an all-of-government approach to bolstering infant formula supplies until domestic manufacturing can return to normal.
On the podcast: NASA talks about the X-59 supersonic jet and Quesst mission; Dooner and The Dude face off in a battle of the potato salad
Work remains for the Biden administration’s new port envoy, Stephen Lyons, to untangle freight supply chains.
The latest baby formula developments include relaxed regulations to support more imports, an air cargo pipeline and congressional scrutiny.
The supply chain saw fewer people leaving their jobs in 2021, and while overall pay increased, men disproportionately benefited from the increase.
On the show, how the big ship arms race is ruining everything; latest on electric trucks; creating a driver culture; and trucker OT pay
Kicking off FreightWaves’ 2022 Shipper of Choice award nominees is Boston Beer, the maker of Samuel Adams and other popular alcoholic brands.
The Small Fleet & Owner-Operator Summit takes place on June 15, 2022.
In the wake of the latest deadly shootings, Democratic lawmakers urge carriers to tighten firearm security measures.
Sustainability database provider HowGood announced it closed a $12.5 million funding round to expand its capabilities and clients.
Digital freight platform Hwy Haul aims to reduce food waste during transportation.
With concerns over freight markets heating up, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is staking out its priorities.
CMA CGM is a dominant ocean freight carrier that is rapidly growing in air cargo. A tie-up with Air France-KLM will accelerate that expansion.
FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller analyzes changes taking place in global supply chains.
Restrictive trade policies are contributing to the nationwide shortage of infant formula because products can’t be easily substituted from abroad.
FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller lays out the premise of Freedom Trade.
U.S. Bank, a major lender to the supply chain, has brought in LiquidX as its fintech partner to speed up its digitization process.
The shipper of choice award highlights companies that excel at working with their carrier partners.
This FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain chat covers how consumer behaviors impact pallet usage.
Wayfair is anticipating more shipping disruptions this year but has contingency plans to ride through them.
Amazon Freight experts discuss freight market volatility during this FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain chat.
FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller chats with Billy Beane, executive vice president of baseball operations for the Oakland A’s, about how the A’s used data to help configure championship-winning teams.
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson has four suggestions on how U.S. manufacturers and the American government can make a more resilient supply chain.
This FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain chat covers the connection between freight technology and supply chain agility.
This FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain chat covers how Unilever considers supply chains, technology and growth in mergers and acquisitions.
Paccurate raised $2.2 million to advance its cartonization and optimization platform.
Craig Fuller explains the impact of higher diesel prices on the U.S. economy and consumers.
COVID lockdowns in major Chinese cities are bottling up freight shipments, but the full impact on global trade won’t be clear until this summer.
FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller writes about the impact of Chinese lockdowns on global supply chains and the U.S. trucking industry.
T/CCI makes heavy-duty air compressors in China, but it is looking to do what it can to meet customer demands to localize production.
Emissions tracking and sustainability experts discuss the importance of tracking emissions and using that data to make informed decisions.
AIT Worldwide Logistics plans to use carbon offsets and emission-reduction strategies to reach net-zero emissions by 2035.
China took steps to restart export manufacturing, but strict COVID measures pose a continuing challenge for logistics providers.
MHS and Fortna, two companies in the logistics tech space, will combine to form a new multinational provider worth up to $4 billion.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ended his border policy of second inspections of commercial trucks crossing from Mexico on Friday, but experts said it already caused supply chain problems.
FreightWaves Founder and CEO Craig Fuller analyzes the impact of the latest Chinese lockdowns on the supply chains between China and the U.S.
A torrent of backlogged cargo in China is expected to overwhelm global ports once Chinese authorities end widespread COVID lockdowns.
Shelley Simpson of J.B. Hunt will be the industry keynote speaker at The Future of Supply Chain.
The White House is pressuring Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to lift additional truck inspections as lines of cross-border trucks grow.
Attend the FreightWaves Enterprise Fleet Summit on Wednesday, April 13!
The pandemic and the supply chain crisis was a one-two punch for United Road Services, the car hauler that moves 4 million vehicles a year.
With record inventories building and bottlenecks easing is deflation next?
With order fulfillment lagging, Nussbaum Transportation counts on its maintenance skill to keep older equipment running longer.
Maersk is one of the world’s dominant container shipping lines. Now it is making a play to be a major cargo airline.
The CEO and co-founder of Treet answers questions about his resale platform and the growing recommerce industry.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a new border plan Wednesday to inspect all commercial vehicles at the border for undocumented migrants.
While visibility has always been important, it has been increasingly essential over the past couple of years. Better technology allows businesses to track products accurately through the supply chain and provides predictive capabilities.
Chinese President Xi is intent on eradicating COVID. The policy has come at a high economic cost. A new lockdown in Kunshan could threaten electronics production and further snarl ocean and air transport.
FreightWaves adviser Matt Waller answers questions about shifting priorities that may include sustainability.
Gatik CEO Gautam Narang will detail middle-mile autonomy’s role in the future of the supply chain at FreightWaves’ upcoming The Future of Supply Chain conference.
Also on the podcast: Transplace’s view of the supply chain and whether it’s getting any better.
FreightWaves Founder and CEO Craig Fuller provides further analysis regarding the decline in the freight market.
RH confirms sharp drop in demand since Russia-Ukraine war and sees no supply chain relief.
Gulf Coast port volumes rose in February, boosted by imports of steel and breakbulk cargo, along with exports of petroleum and crude oil.
Tracks emissions technology will help project44 customers measure and mitigate scope 3 supply chain emissions, which are currently difficult to track.
Data can help identify causes of inefficiency and inform better decision-making.
Key speakers announced for The Future of Supply Chain.
Craig Fuller analyzes the state of the U.S. truckload market.
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for federal, state and local governments to develop inland ports to improve network flows, say stakeholders.
The shutdown of Canadian Pacific’s rail network is putting additional strain on the supply chain as shipments grind to a halt with backups looming at ports.
Gatik’s Gautam Narang will be an industry keynoter at The Future of Supply Chain event.
Experts discuss how environmental impacts and supply chain resilience are becoming increasingly important.
Despite the problems in the U.S. and around the world, there are some encouraging signs.
Transfix’s Scott Sokoloff discusses how data is keeping supply chains resilient in the wake of recent shake-ups.
Many industries are differentiating between all-in providers and specialists.
Congress is paying more attention than ever to freight supply chains. Here are 10 pending bills that attempt to address disruption and lower costs for carriers and their customers.
Fancy a Moscow mule or White Russian? Get ready to change brands.
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson is a leader in computer science education; Jonathan Hoffman has expertise in national defense.
As You Sow graded companies based on their progress toward achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
Mark Delaney of FourKites helps break down wider implications of slowing e-commerce sales in the region.
Modern Shipper talked with Sourcemap CEO Leo Bonanni and investor Juan Muldoon to break down the company’s new funding raise.
