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SAN DIEGO — At a time when supply chain challenges are in the national spotlight, third-party logistics providers have a unique opportunity to advocate for their businesses and forge stronger relationships with their shipper customers and carrier partners, 3PL industry leaders said.

As the 3PL industry continues to grow, so, too, does Transport Topics' annual ranking of the largest logistics companies in North America, this year expanding from 50 to 100 companies.

In a strong freight market and tight capacity environment, the largest freight brokerage firms in North America were able to grow their businesses by significant margins in 2021 as they worked to solve shippers’ transportation challenges. Other sectors were also filled with noteworthy performers.

The past two years have been difficult ones for shippers to move their freight. But times like these are when logistics providers can most clearly demonstrate the value they bring to their business partners.

LAS VEGAS — The Truckload Carriers Association moved forward with its leadership transition and recognized fleets’ efforts to provide a better workplace experience for their drivers at the group’s annual conference, convened March 19-22.

LAS VEGAS — Automated truck developer Locomation has signed an eight-year agreement with Christenson Transportation to deploy its human-guided autonomous convoy technology.

John O’Leary’s first year as CEO of Daimler Truck North America has been an eventful one. “It’s just been this whirlwind of activity, one thing after another,” O’Leary said during a one-on-one interview with Transport Topics on March 8 at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s annual meeting.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Trucking technology and component provider Clarience Technologies has formed partnerships with trailer maker Wabash National Corp. and industry supplier Meritor Inc. on connected truck and trailer capabilities.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Daimler Truck North America CEO John O’Leary urged fleets and maintenance shops to begin planning for the emergence of electric-powered and increasingly automated trucks.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Velociti has expanded its VeloCare technology maintenance program with more operational support and new customization and visibility features.