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For the commercial transportation business, moving things from point A to point B is job one. This coverage explores all of those movements at a global level and focuses on everything from global trade, ocean shipping, and port activity to intermodal business, rail operations and the greater supply chain.
 

Business, Logistics, Private

Walmart Expects E-Commerce Profits Within Two Years

Walmart Inc. said it expects to generate profits in its U.S. e-commerce business within the next two years.

June 7, 2024
Business, Safety, Logistics

What's That? Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Because of large revenue pools, cybersecurity experts recognize trucking as one of the most cyberattacked industries of today. Intrusion detection systems (IDS) are designed to protect you from cyberattacks.

June 6, 2024
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Maryland Senator Presses for Baltimore Aid

WASHINGTON — Sen. Ben Cardin of Maryland renewed calls for colleagues to endorse emergency aid for rebuilding the Port of Baltimore area and the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge.

June 6, 2024
Business, Logistics, Private

Walmart Offers Workers Opportunities in Skilled Trade Jobs

NEW YORK — Walmart is offering new perks for its hourly U.S. workers, ranging from a new bonus plan to opportunities to move into skilled trade jobs within the company.

June 5, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

New York Governor Delays Congestion Pricing

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has indefinitely postponed a plan to charge motorists driving into much of Manhattan, upending an initiative that was slated to kick in at the end of the month.

June 5, 2024
Business, Logistics

3PL Total Distribution Adds to Ohio Operations

Third-party logistics specialist Total Distribution Inc. bought D+S Distribution and Integrated Logistics Services for an undisclosed sum, the Peoples Services Inc. subsidiary said.

June 5, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

House Lawmakers Introduce Moving Protection Bill

Legislation that aims to increase protections for people moving personal property was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

June 4, 2024
Business, Safety, Logistics, Global Freight

Maersk Raises Profit Outlook

A.P. Moller-Maersk, a bellwether for global trade, said the world’s supply lines are more impacted than previously expected by the ripple effects coming from the congestion in the Red Sea.

June 4, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

Bankrupt Yellow May Start New REIT Using Empty Terminals

Defunct cargo hauler Yellow Corp. may put its remaining cargo terminals and other vacant properties into a real estate investment trust that could be used to raise money for creditors.

June 4, 2024
Business, Technology, Logistics, Private

Truck-Specific Navigation Software Offers Safety, Efficiency

As navigation and routing software applications grow more granular, developers are working to integrate pertinent data to support safe, efficient fleet operations.

June 3, 2024