Gary Frantz

Gary Frantz

Gary Frantz is a veteran communications executive with more than 30 years of experience in the transportation and logistics industries. He's served as communications director and strategic media relations counselor for companies including XPO Logistics, Con-way, Menlo Logistics, GT Nexus, Circle International Group, and Consolidated Freightways. Gary is currently principal of GNF Communications LLC, a consultancy providing freelance writing, editorial and media strategy services. He's a proud graduate of the Journalism program at California State University?Chico.
Articles

ARTICLES

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.
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MARITIME/PORTS

Ports pivot as ship lines “blank” sailings to control capacity, shave costs, prop up rates

The coronavirus pandemic shook the maritime industry to its core. Ports and vessel operators moved aggressively to adapt. Where’s the light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel for ocean shippers?
July 24, 2020
Gary Frantz
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The coronavirus pandemic shook the maritime industry to its core. Ports and vessel operators moved aggressively to adapt. Where’s the light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel for ocean shippers?
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TRANSPORTATION

Parcel express: What will the “new normal” look like?

From skyrocketing demand for same-day delivery to enhanced safety protocols, Covid-19 has seriously upended parcel carriers’ operations. Now, carriers and their customers are trying to figure out how much of the change will stick.
May 22, 2020
Gary Frantz
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From skyrocketing demand for same-day delivery to enhanced safety protocols, Covid-19 has seriously upended parcel carriers’ operations. Now, carriers and their customers are trying to figure out how much of the change will stick.
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TRANSPORTATION

Private fleets and dedicated operations: A wider window of opportunity?

The desire for reliable, high-quality service has long been the basis of private carriage’s appeal. Pandemic-fueled disruptions and widespread market uncertainty will only up the ante.
April 24, 2020
Gary Frantz
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The desire for reliable, high-quality service has long been the basis of private carriage’s appeal. Pandemic-fueled disruptions and widespread market uncertainty will only up the ante.
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