James Miller

Understanding the Driver Shortage Debate and Its Disproportionate Impact on Small Carriers

The ongoing chatter about a driver shortage in trucking has become a familiar tune in the logistics world.

Upcoming Furniture Tariffs and Their Impact on Shipping and Logistics

A fresh tariff investigation targeting furniture imports is now in motion, with duties expected to be applied within roughly 50 days.

Recent Trends in Trucking: Spot Market Boosts and Tonnage Growth Amidst Declining Trailer Orders

Recent developments in the trucking sector reveal a patchwork of change: for-hire truck tonnage has inched upwards, and spot market rates for dry van and refrigerated freight show signs of improvement.

Exploring Cost Savings of Electric Truck Charging Across Europe and Its Impact on Logistics

A recent study by SNAP, a key player in international mobility solutions, has put spotlight on an intriguing aspect of Europe’s transport evolution: the cost savings when charging electric trucks compared to refueling diesel counterparts.

How U.S. Wind Turbine Tariff Probes Could Reshape Import Costs and Global Logistics

Commerce Department Launches National Security Probe on Wind Turbine Imports The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated an investigation into the impact of wind turbine imports on national security. This comes through a Section 232 probe, which has historically empowered the government to impose restrictions or tariffs on imports deemed to threaten security interests. The inquiry specifically targets wind turbines and their parts, signaling the possibility of significant trade measures ahead. What’s Triggered the Probe? Starting August 13, the Commerce Department began investigating the effects of wind turbine imports "on the national security of the United States." The investigation

U.S. Visa Suspension Highlights Urgent Reform Needs in Canadian Trucking Sector

The recent suspension by the United States on issuing new visas to truck drivers entering its territory has grabbed industry attention—not because of its immediate effects on Canadian drivers, but rather as a glaring warning shot for the Canadian trucking sector.

South Carolina Ports Authority Sees Leadership Change Amid Growing Cargo Volumes

After a tenure marked by significant growth and infrastructure development, Barbara Melvin has stepped down as President and CEO of the South Carolina Ports Authority.

NFI Agrees to $5.75M Settlement in New Jersey Driver Classification Dispute with Notable Payouts

A substantial settlement has been reached in a longstanding lawsuit against NFI, revolving around the misclassification of drivers in New Jersey.

DP World’s network expansion drives significant revenue and container volume growth in H1 2024

DP World has demonstrated a remarkable financial performance in the first half of 2024, showing a 20.4% year-on-year revenue increase that lifted total income to $11.2 billion.

Northern Lights Commences Commercial CO2 Storage in Norway, Pioneering European Industrial Emissions Reduction

Europe takes a giant leap in carbon management as Northern Lights, a joint venture by TotalEnergies, Equinor, and Shell, successfully initiates the first commercial-scale CO2 transport and storage project in Norway.

How North America’s Leading Private Truck Fleets Are Adjusting to Changing Freight Markets in 2025

The year 2025 sees North America’s largest private trucking fleets easing off the accelerator in their growth strategies amid a swirl of unpredictable market forces.

How Private Fleets Sustain and Shape Industry Supply Chains in Today’s Economy

When it comes to keeping products moving steadily from origin to destination, private fleets play a crucial role across many industries.