Convoy News Updates

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Convoy Opens Up Access to Automated Network

Digital freight broker Convoy on Sept. 16 launched Convoy Now, a program that gives shippers and other logistics companies access to Convoy’s automated, real-time pricing and capacity for both live and drop-and-hook loads.

September 16, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Convoy Partners With TMS Provider BluJay

Convoy, a nationwide digital freight network, announced a partnership with BluJay Solutions, a leading supply chain software and service provider.

August 16, 2019
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Convoy Creates Method for Drivers to Book Multiple Loads at Once

Digital freight broker Convoy announced Automated Reloads, an app-based program that allows drivers to book multiple loads of freight at one time.

June 27, 2019
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Convoy Launches Go Marketplace for Preloaded Trailers

Convoy, a trucking network and platform based in Seattle, launched Convoy Go, a marketplace that allows any carrier or owner-operator in the United States to start hauling preloaded trailers and to operate at the same level as large asset-based carriers, according to a company news release April 18.

April 22, 2019
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Google Parent Alphabet Backs Trucking Technology Startup Convoy

Convoy Inc., a trucking technology developer backed by Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, added another prominent backer through a funding round that values the startup at more than $1 billion.

September 25, 2018
Business

Convoy Launches Grab-and-Go Option for Small Carriers

Digital freight broker Convoy announced a program for small carriers and owner-operators that enables them to use their power equipment to pick up Convoy’s pre-positioned, loaded trailers from shippers in select areas.

May 14, 2018
BusinessTechnology

Convoy Adds Instant Bidding Feature to Mobile App

Digital freight broker Convoy announced instant bidding, a new feature that lets carriers name their price for the load they want to haul.

May 7, 2018
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Convoy Takes Aim at Driver Detention, Expands Connected Freight Network

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Digital freight broker Convoy is taking action to mitigate a top frustration for truck drivers — excessive wait times at shipper and consignee facilities — as it continues to expand its network of connected carriers and shippers.

March 29, 2018
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Anheuser-Busch Taps Seattle Trucking Startup Convoy to Transport Beer

Anheuser-Busch has signed a multi-year partnership with Seattle-based trucking startup Convoy to transport beer.

October 17, 2017
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Convoy, Uber Accelerate Push to Match Carriers With Loads Via Mobile Apps

The push to automate freight brokering is gaining momentum with technology startup Convoy raising $62 million to accelerate its growth plans and Uber Freight adding features and expanding into new markets since its May launch.

August 3, 2017