Tonnage Surges 8% in October
American Trucking Associations' advanced seasonally adjusted tonnage index rose 8% in October, the largest year-over-year rise since December 2011. Continue reading original article.
Opportunities in the Southeast are Fueling Logistics Growth
The Southeastern U.S. is a logistics hotspot thanks to increased trade with Latin America and auto manufacturing growth in the region. Continue reading original article.
iTECH: ‘BYOD’ Trend Increases Need for Protecting Drivers’ Devices
A thief walks through a truck stop with a driver's smart phone in hand when he crosses an invisible boundary. Suddenly the phone announces loudly and repeatedly, "This phone has been stolen!" Continue reading original article.
Intermodal Efficiencies
Intermodal allows shippers to cut transportation costs without sacrificing service. Continue reading original article.
Trucking Perspectives 2013
Shipper and motor carrier responses to Inbound Logistics’ market research survey indicate trucking trends. Continue reading original article.
Hands-Free Devices Can Be Dangerously Distracting, AAA Report Shows
According to a new study by AAA, hands-free devices can be dangerously distracting to drivers and can result in drivers not seeing items right in front of them. Continue reading original article.
Jaxport names Taylor CEO
Brian Taylor has worked both in the public and private sector. He was COO of domestic ocean carrier Horizon Lines until November 2012 and was most recently senior vice president at New Breed Logistics in High Point, N.C. Continue reading…
iTECH: ‘I See Traffic In Your Future’ Software Predicts Congestion Location and Severity
The balance of power has shifted in trucking's battle against traffic, with the advent of software that can predict the location and severity of congestion problems. Continue reading original article.
ISM Services Index Slips in April
An index of the U.S. economy's service sector declined in April but showed continued expansion, the Institute for Supply Management said Friday. Continue reading original article.