Operations: Page 35

  • IMC Companies drayage Atlantic Intermodal Services, DNJ Intermodal Services, Gulf Intermodal Services, H&M Intermodal, Intermodal Cartage Co., Ohio Intermodal Services, and Pacific Drayage Services.
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    IMC Companies to unify all business units under its corporate name

    The move is part of a streamlining effort to gain efficiencies and promote a consistent branding message.

    By • March 13, 2023
  • Freight Works Transportation and Logistics
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    FreightWorks closure leads to loss of 200 jobs

    The North Carolina truckload carrier told Transport Dive a loss of business prompted its decision to abruptly shut down the company.

    By • March 13, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
  • The silhouette of an XPO dockworker in a forklift inside the carrier's Hagerstown terminal, from the parking lot.
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    XPO names former Old Dominion CFO to board of directors

    J. Wes Frye spent 30 years as an LTL executive before his retirement in 2015.

    By • March 13, 2023
  • ABF Freight trucks at a dock.
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    ArcBest fires 2 long-time MoLo executives

    Andrew Silver and Matthew Vogrich had led the truckload brokerage for years before their sudden dismissal.

    By • March 10, 2023
  • Freightliner Cascadia
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    US Foods touts volume gains, flexible workweek pilot

    The food distributor’s emphasis on workforce retention is part of a long-term strategy to reduce costs and grow revenue.

    By • March 10, 2023
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    Forward Air extends layoffs in cost-cutting move

    The LTL carrier reduced its headcount by over 200 full-time workers in the past three months, according to a mid-market Q1 update.

    By • March 9, 2023
  • A truck crosses the Pecos River Bridge on Route 90 near Del Rio, Texas.
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    Struggling freight market is squeezing out owner-operators, OOIDA says

    More than half of the respondents to a survey forecast worsening prospects in 2023 as they face a spot rate downturn.

    By • March 9, 2023
  • Ryder's four-story headquarters in South Florida.
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    Ryder sells HQ in Florida for $42M, kicks off search for smaller space

    Remote and hybrid work contributed to the logistics and transportation company’s decision to look for new space.

    By • March 8, 2023
  • Group of multi-colored trucks parked at a truck stop in Missouri.
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    Big G Express acquires transportation, warehousing company

    The employee-owner carrier said purchasing the fellow Tennessee company allows it to gain market share with blue-chip automotive customers.

    By • March 8, 2023
  • XPO logo on a semi-trailer truck on a highway.
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    Opinion

    5 strategies to safeguard profits in an uncertain economy

    Cutting costs without investing in a forward-looking plan can be a recipe for disaster, writes an SVP of linehaul at XPO.

    By Tanmay Mathur • March 7, 2023
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    Embark to lay off 70% of workforce as it explores exit strategy

    The autonomous trucking startup is now weighing whether to close shop amid commercialization delays and market pressures.

    By • March 7, 2023
  • A Roadrunner truck on the road.
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    Roadrunner debuts LTL service to Denver

    It’s the carrier’s first new market in years — and more are on the way.

    By • March 6, 2023
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    ATRI asks carriers to share per-mile costs in annual survey

    Fleet owners’ responses will reveal how expenses have shifted since reaching record levels last year.

    By • March 6, 2023
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    Sponsored by D&S Car Wash Supply

    When opportunity knocks … Answer the door

    Discover the one facet of the transformation trend that is often overlooked or underplayed yet quite possibly offers the greatest potential for growth.

    March 6, 2023
  • A. Duie Pyle drivers meet with the company's senior leadership during an employee breakfast and question-and-answer session at LTL carrier's relatively new terminal in Richmond, Virginia.
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    Filling the Driver's Seat

    Why A. Duie Pyle execs answer drivers’ questions over breakfast

    The LTL carrier's leadership believes employee engagement efforts help earn trust. Adding eggs and bacon to the mix doesn't hurt.

    By • March 3, 2023
  • ITS Logistics Whitestown Indiana
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    ITS Logistics opens Indiana warehouse with eyes on growing national footprint

    The company’s recent expansion brings it closer to its planned two million square feet of Midwest warehouse space.

    By • March 3, 2023
  • An Old Dominion Freight Line truck pulls two trailers
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    Old Dominion reveals more of its succession plan

    The LTL carrier will promote its SVP of sales to succeed COO Kevin "Marty" Freeman upon his July 1 ascension to CEO.

    By • March 1, 2023
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    ArcBest sells fleet maintenance business to Cox Automotive for $100M

    CEO Judy McReynolds says services offered through FleetNet America is no longer core to company’s growth strategy.

    By • Updated March 1, 2023
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    Landstar chief commercial officer resigns, will serve as special adviser

    Rob Brasher will earn $175,000 per year under a new contract, ending in June 2024.

    By • March 1, 2023
  • Marijuana products are displayed at Apothecarium Dispensary on April 21, 2022 in Maplewood, New Jersey.
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    Carriers asked to weigh in on how recreational marijuana affects trucking

    The American Transportation Research Institute wants to learn about the challenges facing the industry as more states move toward legalization.

    By • Feb. 28, 2023
  • McNeilus Zero Radius Side Loader collecting a cart
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    Republic to expand electric fleet with Oshkosh deal, plans to buy more EVs by 2028

    “We need to find what the best trucks are out there, and we're gonna buy the best trucks. And so we're really encouraging the traditional OEMs to improve their truck technology,” said Republic’s EV program lead.

    By Maria Rachal • Feb. 28, 2023
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    ArcBest names new controller and chief accounting officer

    Jason Parks, who has been with the company since 2014, will assume the role March 1.

    By • Feb. 27, 2023
  • A. Duie Pyle trucks at a lot in Cresson, Pennsylvania
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    A. Duie Pyle will add terminals in Maine, Maryland, New York

    The investments will extend the carrier’s LTL footprint to 30 service centers, primarily along the Interstate 95 corridor.

    By • Feb. 27, 2023
  • A truck on a road by grass and trees
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    Werner appoints new CFO

    Chris Wikoff will replace John Steele, who announced plans to retire last August. 

    By • Feb. 24, 2023
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    Q&A

    Why USA Truck’s former CEO joined Kodiak Robotics

    In a wide-ranging interview, James Reed said he's placing a "career bet" on autonomous trucking.

    By • Feb. 24, 2023