J.B. Hunt News Updates

BusinessTechnologyLogistics

60 Seconds: Established Freight Brokers Adapt to Evolving AI Technology

As much news has been made about new tech-first players entering the digital space of #freight brokering, efforts from established and newer enterprises to develop robust digital tools are being shaped by market demands and technological innovations, including artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI, experts said.

September 25, 2024
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsFor-HireTop 100

Generative AI Driving Freight Brokerage Transformation

Efforts from established and newer enterprises to develop robust digital tools are being shaped by market demands and technological innovations.

September 18, 2024
BusinessLogistics

Freight Rate Rebound Timeline Remains Muddy

A timeline for a rebound in freight rates and market conditions remains muddy into the second half of 2024, according to executives and analysts.

July 25, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Electrification Has Its Challenges, J.B. Hunts Simpson Says

LAS VEGAS J.B. Hunt's Shelley Simpson encouraged attendees at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo to be part of the solutions and innovation of sustainable transportation.

May 22, 2024
BusinessFor-Hire

J.B. Hunt Reports $2.9 Billion Revenue for Q1

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. experienced a decline in revenue and earnings during the first quarter of 2024, the company reported April 16.

April 17, 2024
BusinessFor-Hire

J.B. Hunt to Promote Shelley Simpson to CEO Post

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. announced that company president Shelley Simpson is also taking on the post of CEO, effective July 1.

February 29, 2024
BusinessLogistics

J.B. Hunt Forges Intermodal Agreement With Walmart

J.B. Hunt Transport Services announced Feb. 22 that subsidiary J.B. Hunt Transport has entered into a multiyear intermodal service agreement with Walmart Inc.

February 22, 2024
BusinessLogisticsFor-Hire

J.B. Hunt Reports Revenue Declined to $3.3 Billion for Q4

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. reported a decline in fourth-quarter earnings as a result of weaker performance across its segments and rising insurance costs, the company reported Jan. 18.

January 19, 2024
BusinessLogisticsFor-Hire

J.B. Hunt Q3 Profit Slides 30.4% Year-Over-Year

J.B. Hunt Transport Services posted a 30.4% year-over-year decrease in profits in the third quarter, undershooting analyst expectations as revenues declined at each of the carriers operating units.

October 17, 2023
BusinessLogistics

J.B. Hunt Strikes Acquisition Deal With BNSF Logistics

J.B. Hunt Transport Services announced Sept. 14 that its transport subsidiary has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the brokerage operations of BNSF Logistics.

September 15, 2023