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FLEET MANAGEMENT

Fleet managers grapple with host of challenges as pandemic’s impact persists

Truck fleets continue to navigate an unprecedented market, applying lessons learned as issues old and new complicate operations in a historic capacity crunch.

April 16, 2021

Gary Frantz

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Truck fleets continue to navigate an unprecedented market, applying lessons learned as issues old and new complicate operations in a historic capacity crunch.

MOTOR FREIGHT

Where are the drivers?

Truck lines navigated through a multitude of challenges in 2020, among them Covid, skyrocketing insurance rates, new regulations, and an ever-crumbling infrastructure. Rebuilding the driver workforce remains the toughest.

February 22, 2021

Gary Frantz

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Truck lines navigated through a multitude of challenges in 2020, among them Covid, skyrocketing insurance rates, new regulations, and an ever-crumbling infrastructure. Rebuilding the driver workforce remains the toughest.

UPS sells off its LTL and truckload arm for $800 million

TFI International will rename less-than-truckload unit “TForce Freight” and continue to use UPS’ domestic package network for five year period.

January 25, 2021

Ben Ames

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TFI International will rename less-than-truckload unit “TForce Freight” and continue to use UPS’ domestic package network for five year period.

Industry forecast calls for challenging year ahead

Truckload carrier predicts challenging year ahead for industry

Reduced capacity, higher driver pay, and increasing spot rates are on the horizon as pandemic problems, economic uncertainty linger, according to report.

January 21, 2021

DC Velocity Staff

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Reduced capacity, higher driver pay, and increasing spot rates are on the horizon as pandemic problems, economic uncertainty linger, according to report.

Inbound

Trucker teams up with MIT to create "roadmap to improve driver efficiency"

U.S. Xpress says initiative will help it make the most of its drivers' roadtime.

December 14, 2020

DC Velocity Staff

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U.S. Xpress says initiative will help it make the most of its drivers' roadtime.

THOUGHT LEADERS

Lifting spirits during difficult times: interview with Bobby Burg

Despite significant operating and market disruptions, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has managed to keep the beverages flowing throughout the pandemic. The secret, says Bobby Burg, is in the planning.

November 17, 2020

David Maloney

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Despite significant operating and market disruptions, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has managed to keep the beverages flowing throughout the pandemic. The secret, says Bobby Burg, is in the planning.

Podcasts

The Logistics Matters podcast: Joe Ruddy of the Port of Virginia on maritime issues; | Season 2 Episode 3

How the maritime industry survived the rough seas of 2020 trade; will trade wars with China bring manufacturing home?; truckload capacity expected to remain tight.

November 6, 2020

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How the maritime industry survived the rough seas of 2020 trade; will trade wars with China bring manufacturing home?; truckload capacity expected to remain tight.

Truck driver wearing mask next to truck giving thumbs-up signal

MOTOR FREIGHT

Truckers answer the bell to keep the economy moving during pandemic

Essential freight needed delivery. Challenges and obstacles arose from all sides. Trucking operators responded with quiet determination—and the formidable dedication of selfless drivers—to keep goods flowing.

September 4, 2020

Gary Frantz

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Essential freight needed delivery. Challenges and obstacles arose from all sides. Trucking operators responded with quiet determination—and the formidable dedication of selfless drivers—to keep goods flowing.

In Person

Interview: Donnie Burris of Burris Logistics

In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Donnie Burris of Burris Logistics discusses the challenges of Covid-19 and running a family business, as well as the advantages of diversification.

July 20, 2020

David Maloney

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In our continuing series of discussions with top supply-chain company executives, Donnie Burris of Burris Logistics discusses the challenges of Covid-19 and running a family business, as well as the advantages of diversification.

APPLICATIONS

3PL helps mower blade supplier sharpen its game

April 10, 2020

Karen Bachrach

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As business grew, parts supplier Rotary Corp. struggled to maintain service levels while keeping logistics costs in check. A 3PL helped it rein in expenses and get its operations running smoothly again.

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