About 45,000 dockworkers along the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts are threatening to strike on Oct. 1, a move that would shut down ports that handle about half the nation’s cargo from ships.
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Justin Olsen, maintenance director at TCW, breaks down the hidden impact of poor trailer management on operations, compliance and safety.Â
USPS to End Discounts for Consolidators Including UPS, DHL
The U.S. Postal Service said Sept. 11 that it is ending discounts that shipping consolidators such as UPS and DHL use to get packages to the nation’s doorsteps.
September 11, 2024US Port Talks Kick Off in Effort to Avoid Strike
The union representing East and Gulf coast dockworkers kicks off a two-day meeting Sept. 4 in New Jersey to discuss wage demands with port employers under the threat of a disruptive strike.
September 4, 2024CVC and DSV Compete in $15.6B Bid for DB Schenker Unit
Deutsche Bahn is currently evaluating the final offers and needs to discuss with the government on CVC’s proposal.
August 23, 2024FAA Clears Drone Companies to Operate in Shared Airspace
The FAA has cleared Wing and Zipline to fly their drones simultaneously over the suburbs of Dallas-Fort Worth without visual observers, using technology to keep the drones apart.
July 30, 2024Amazon Deemed Responsible for Hazardous Third-Party Items
Amazon is responsible under federal safety law for hazardous products sold on its platform by third-party sellers and shipped by the company, a U.S. government agency ordered July 30.
July 30, 2024Port of Baltimore Terminal to Have $1.54B Impact, Study Finds
The planned Sparrows Point terminal is expected to transform Maryland’s economy over a decade, generating more than 8,000 jobs and adding $1.54 billion a year in economic impact.
July 17, 2024Two Suspected Houthi Attacks Strike Ships in Red Sea
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Two suspected attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeted ships in the Red Sea on July 15, as a new U.S. aircraft carrier approached the region to provide security.
July 15, 2024Maersk Warns of Shipping Delays Due to Extreme Weather
A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S warned extreme weather conditions and a storm surge lashing the South African coast are expected to cause shipping delays.
July 8, 2024Thousands of Drivers File Arbitration Claims Against Amazon
NEW YORK — Thousands of delivery drivers filed legal claims against Amazon on June 11, alleging the company’s classification of them as independent contractors has led to unpaid wages.
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