Logistics Companies Grow Cautious on Holiday Hiring Logistics companies and fulfillment specialists generally are keeping their hiring flat this year compared with last year, moving cautiously with their traditional seasonal staffing in an uncertain retail economy that has seen tepid growth in sales of goods. UPS to Acquire MNX in Bid to Bolster Healthcare Business [...]
Lessons from the 1947 Texas City port disaster : In 1947, tragedy struck the port in Texas City, Texas, where a French ship carrying highly flammable fertilizer caught fire and caused devastation to the port town. But the lessons learned from the disaster likely saved lives in the years following, according to the latest [...]
Shipping containers are a widely adopted method of transporting goods across the globe, but they are susceptible to damage and theft during transit. Safeguarding your containers and their contents requires careful planning and implementation of effective security measures. This guide presents key strategies to secure shipping containers, from selecting the appropriate container to training staff […]
1. Flexport Clears Out Executives After Clark’s Resignation as CEO Flexport founder Ryan Petersen is cleaning house after Dave Clark, a former top executive at Amazon.com, abruptly resigned as chief executive of the freight forwarder following disagreements over the direction of the business and spending on new operations. 2. West Coast Ports Face Hurdles [...]
1. Labor Day amplifies increase in cargo thefts in 2023 As it does every year, the upcoming Labor Day holiday brings with it concerns about cargo theft. This year, the spotlight burns a little brighter because shipment theft and pilferage seem to be picking up steam.Read More » 2. New anti-harassment guidance could raise [...]
The Demise of Yellow Trucking Yellow Trucking, once a stalwart in the transportation sector, has recently announced its filing for bankruptcy, marking the end of an era for the company. With a legacy dating back decades, Yellow Trucking was renowned for its reliability and efficiency. However, a culmination of internal missteps and external pressures has […]