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Werner plans to double AV truck pilot partners
The carrier is analyzing how the tech could complement its operations, SVP Chad Dittberner told Trucking Dive.
By David Taube • May 17, 2024 -
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ProfileHow an Old Dominion alum helped XPO accelerate over the past year
COO David Bates has introduced premium services and provided workers with more tools to lower the carrier’s damage claims ratio.
By Colin Campbell • May 16, 2024 -
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Saia promotes finance VP to succeed retiring CFO
Matthew Batteh, who has worked in pricing and analytics at the carrier, assumes Douglas Col’s former role.
By Colin Campbell • May 15, 2024 -
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How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse
C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.
By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024 -
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XPO reopens Yellow terminals in Maryland, Nevada, Texas
The carrier has begun handling freight at six of the 28 service centers it acquired from its bankrupt competitor last year.
By Colin Campbell • May 10, 2024 -
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Paccar expands board of directors by 2 members
Adding a longtime Chevron executive and Applied Materials’ CFO will grow the board to 14 members.
By David Taube • May 10, 2024 -
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Raven Transport plans to shutter Florida facility
The carrier will shut down its over-the-road and dedicated fleet operations based out of Jacksonville.
By Larry Avila • May 9, 2024 -
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JB Hunt awards $770K in driving safety bonuses
The trucking giant honored 54 drivers for topping 1 million miles without an incident in 2023.
By Larry Avila • May 8, 2024 -
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Companies have an unbalanced ‘buy vs. build’ approach to AI, report says
Instead, leaders will need to train current workers to avoid skills gaps and maximize the potential of AI, according to The Adecco Group.
By Carolyn Crist • May 7, 2024 -
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Covenant hires Waabi exec as COO
Dustin Koehl’s prior experience also includes senior roles at U.S. Xpress and Total Transportation of Mississippi.
By Colin Campbell • May 6, 2024 -
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TFI cuts Daseke head office salaries by $12M
The Canada-based freight giant is lowering costs by 75% at the corporate headquarters of the acquired business.
By Colin Campbell • April 30, 2024 -
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TFI subsidiaries settle EEOC discrimination suit for $460,000
TA Dedicated and Transportation Enterprise Services subjected gay mechanics to harassment and termination, and retaliated following complaints, the EEOC said.
By Colin Campbell • April 30, 2024 -
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Saia CFO announces retirement
Douglas Col will stay on through the end of the year to ensure a smooth transition for his successor.
By Colin Campbell • April 29, 2024 -
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DOL expanding overtime pay eligibility to millions of US workers
The department will raise a current threshold of $35,568 that triggers an exemption from extra pay provisions.
By Ryan Golden • April 26, 2024 -
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Old Dominion has hired 500 workers since September
Although demand still lags, the LTL giant staffed up “to get ahead of anticipated growth,” CFO Adam Satterfield said.
By Colin Campbell • April 25, 2024 -
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FMCSA removes inward-facing camera rule from apprenticeship program
Carriers also no longer need a Department of Labor apprenticeship program number to participate in the pilot, the agency said.
By Colin Campbell • April 24, 2024 -
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Employers worry training won’t keep pace with tech advancement
Business leaders responding to a survey said it’s never been so hard to plan for future talent requirements.
By Carolyn Crist • April 19, 2024 -
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Kodiak promotes senior strategist to chief of staff
The tech startup promoted Lauren Harper as it seeks to ramp up operations this year.
By Colin Campbell • April 17, 2024 -
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Report: Most HR pros say women face pay discrimination at work
However, people managers often don’t receive formal training on pay equity or business-related pay decisions, a professional organization says.
By Carolyn Crist • April 16, 2024 -
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Clarke Transport executive to lead 2 more TFI subsidiaries
Kevin Tait, president of the Canada LTL subsidiary, will also oversee Vitran Express and National Fast Freight.
By Colin Campbell • April 16, 2024 -
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FHWA gives $830M in grants to fight against climate change
A bridge replacement in Iowa and roadway project in South Dakota are receiving the most money among the 80 funding recipients.
By Colin Campbell • April 15, 2024 -
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Final overtime rule clears White House review
DOL’s proposed rule, if adopted, would increase the minimum annual salary threshold that determines overtime pay eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act from $35,568 to $55,068.
By Ryan Golden • April 15, 2024 -
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FMCSA offers tips, resources to truckers affected by Baltimore bridge collapse
Hundreds of stakeholders tuned into a live-streamed presentation by the agency on subjects such as how to fill out paper logs.
By Colin Campbell • April 11, 2024 -
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3 in 4 workers say they haven’t been trained for flexible work arrangements
“The pandemic forced the majority of organizations into hybrid work practically overnight, with no time to consider how to support new practices,” Wendy Hamilton, CEO of TechSmith, said.
By Carolyn Crist • April 10, 2024 -
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Virginia, Pennsylvania join Maryland in relaxing trucking tax rules
The states and federal government have moved to provide relief after the Francis Scott Key Bridge disaster.
By Colin Campbell • Updated April 11, 2024
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