LTL/Truckload Services

A hydrogen-powered electric truck made by Hyundai

Port of Oakland to Deploy Fleet of Hydrogen Trucks to Haul Freight

May 9, 2024

The vehicles will be used to move freight and cars, and are the first mass-produced, heavy-duty hydrogen trucks in the world.

May 28, 2022. The exterior of an Amazon Logistics delivery agency located in southern Paris can be seen in front of a blue sky. Photo: iStock.com/HJBC

Amazon to Deploy 50 EV Trucks in SoCal

May 8, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

The batteries in the big rig tractors, manufactured by Volvo, can travel up to 275 miles before a recharge.

A FLEET OF LONG HAULER SEMI TRUCKS ARE DRIVING ON AN EMPTY HIGHWAY IN A LINE.

C.H. Robinson Introduces AI Technology to Automate Email Interactions

May 7, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

Generative artificial intelligence now reads and replies to 2,000 emailed quote requests a day.

Lowering Carbon Emissions with a Single Point of View of Transportation Operations

May 6, 2024

Brian Cupp, Director of Operations, IntelliTrans

Today’s transportation methods rely heavily on fossil fuels. As environmental concerns rise and consumer demands for sustainability grow, companies must adapt.

Driving Strategic Value: Building a More Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chain

May 6, 2024

Rachel Schwalbach, Vice President ESG, C.H. Robinson

Sustainability is a growing priority as investor and consumer pressure mounts, and governments around the world enact regulations that require organizations to report on emissions and climate-related risks.

Decarbonizing Transportation Supply Chains

May 6, 2024

Roman Ramirez, Director of Commercial Strategy, Greenabl

With transportation contributing to 16.2% of global emissions, embracing sustainability in all transportation modes is essential for long-term success and a greener future.

Digitization Is Critical to Reducing Scope 3 Carbon Emissions

May 6, 2024

Tim Chiu, Senior Vice President, TradeBeyond

Governments have set ambitious targets to limit global warming and transition to a low-carbon future, and digitization is a key piece of the puzzle.

A YELLOW CORP TRAILER IS BEING TRANSPORTED BY A FREIGHT TRAIN.

U.S. Truck Freight Struggles Mount as Volumes Continue Free Fall

May 1, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

Spending by shippers dipped by almost 28% from Q1 of 2023, more than the dip in volume, indicating lower rates.

A DELIVERY WORKER WITH A HAND TRUCK LOADED WITH BOXES OUTSIDE A VAN PARKED IN FRONT OF A HOME CONSULTS A DEVICE

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How Transportation Collaboration Drives More Effective Deliveries

May 1, 2024

Dan Ahrens, SCB Contributor

Opportunities to share shipping lanes can encourage the unlikeliest of partners to put aside competitive differences for a supply chain win-win.

SEVERAL TRACTOR TRAILERS ARE LINED UP ONE AFTER ANOTHER ON A HIGHWAY.

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Trucking in 2024: The Drivers’ Perspective

April 30, 2024

Max Farrell, SCB Contributor

Truck driver priorities are changing in 2024, with people engagement, pay, and reliable equipment topping the list of concerns.

LTL/Truckload Services

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding truckload and less-than-truckload (LTL) services and their impact on supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through truckload and LTL solutions. New technologies that provide information during ground shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using truckload and LTL solutions to power their supply chains.