James Miller

How to Properly Load Perishable Food Items for Sea Transport to Ensure Safety and Freshness

Shipping perishable food items overseas is no walk in the park—it's a whole different ballgame within logistics.

Flattened Manufacturing Growth in August 2025 Reflects Tariff-Induced Hesitation

Overview of August Manufacturing Trends August saw U.S. manufacturing activity hold steady compared to the previous month, but not without underlying turbulence. Despite new orders ticking upward, production took a noticeable dip, signaling that businesses remain cautious amid ongoing tariff uncertainties. The Institute for Supply Management's (ISM) Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) painted a picture of an industry waiting for clearer signals before making bold moves. Key PMI Metrics in Focus Indicator August 2025 Value (%) Change from July (%) Implication Overall Manufacturing PMI 48.7 +0.7 Below 50 indicates contraction; slight month-over-month improvement Production Index 47.8 -3.6

Yellow’s $176M Rolling Stock Auction and the Ongoing Wait for Former Employee Payouts

Over the last two years, the liquidation of Yellow Corp.’s equipment has attracted considerable attention, raising $175.7 million in net proceeds.

Tyson Trucking Group in Ontario Enters Receivership Due to Financial Challenges

Tyson Trucking Group, originally known as Bhullar Jatt Transport, has recently been placed into receivership following unresolved debt obligations.

Latest Executive Moves in Kodiak Robotics, Fontaine Trailer, and More Influence Trucking Industry Dynamics

Recent weeks have seen some notable personnel moves across prominent companies in the trucking world, signaling shifts in leadership that may ripple through logistics operations.

How New York's Thruway Authority Is Engaging Truckers to Improve Service Areas and Fuel Facilities

The New York State Thruway Authority is actively seeking feedback from truck drivers to guide upgrades at 27 service facilities scattered along one of the nation’s longest toll roads.

DB Cargo enhances freight wagon management with Giesecke+Devrient’s solar-powered IoT tracking solution

In rail freight logistics, keeping tabs on every wagon's location and condition can be tricky.

Bureau of Customs Secures a Dozen High-End Vehicles Connected to the Discaya Family

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) recently took control of 12 luxury cars linked to the Discaya family.

Canada Post’s Ongoing Contract Conflict with Postal Workers Causes Service and Financial Strain

The ongoing negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), which represents around 50,000 mail carriers, are at a frustrating impasse.

Elliott Investment Management Takes Strategic Position in PepsiCo, Eyeing Operational Changes

One of the largest activist investors, Elliott Investment Management, recently announced acquiring a sizable stake in PepsiCo worth around $4 billion.

Scania Announces 750 Job Reductions in Sweden to Streamline Operations and Stay Competitive

Scania, the Swedish heavyweight in industrial vehicle manufacturing, has recently declared a substantial reorganization to align itself with emerging market conditions and future demands.

Wayfair Elevates CastleGate Logistics to Support Multichannel Fulfillment of Big and Bulky Home Goods

Wayfair's logistics arm, CastleGate, has taken a significant leap forward by extending its services beyond the retailer’s internal use, now offering suppliers a robust third-party logistics (3PL) platform for handling big and bulky home goods through multichannel fulfillment.