OTA Council Summit to feature two panels on cargo crime
TORONTO, Ont. — The Ontario Trucking Association has rolled out a new workshop with the aim of preventing cargo crime. The OTA said it has been estimated that cargo crime has cost the trucking industry more than $5 billion –…
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Delivering up-to-the minute news, analysis, interviews and explanatory journalism on logistics, supply-chain management, e-commerce and more accounts for the sprawling logistics network that underpins the company’s e-commerce business. The inquiry, part of a broader look the securities regulator is taking at Alibaba, could make public more detail on the compan’s dealings with its affiliated logistics business, Cainiao , the WSJ’s Alyssa Abkowitz reports.
Daimler Recalls Sprinter 2500, 3500 Vans
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 55 2015-2016 model-year Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500 vans because the windows might separate during a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported. These vehicles may have had…
Bridgestone Americas Names VP of Marketing for Commercial Tire
In his new role, Higgs will lead the marketing strategy and efforts for the commercial group and will have direct leadership of the Bridgestone TBR, Bandag and OTR business. “Eric is a proven leader with a keen understanding of how to create and execut…
Carrier Offers ‘Home Daily’ Driving Opportunities
Dry-van carrier West Side Transport has opened a terminal in Columbus, Ohio, that will serve as a base for its fleet of “home daily” drivers. The location was opened to service increased business in the region, but also to afford greater home time to d…
Bridgestone appoints new v.p. of marketing for commercial tire business
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Eric Higgs has been named the new vice-president of marketing for Bridgestone Americas’s commercial tire business. Going forward, Higgs will be responsible for leading the marketing strategy and efforts for the commercial group, and will have direct marketing leadership…
Total costs continues to increase: CGFI
TORONTO, Ont. — Total Cost of ground transportation for Canadian Shippers increased by 1.5% in March when compared to February according to results published today by the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI). The Base Rate Index also increased by 2…
Superior Propane lives up to its name
With a name like Superior Propane it’s almost necessary to deliver the best in the business. Superior means better than the rest. Better service, better drivers, better product – and that’s what the company strives for – and feels it has achieved,…
Dalton undercover: Part 5
THE STORY SO FAR Bud convinces Mark to go undercover at a trucking firm to see if he can help stop cargo thefts from the company. Mark is hired by Chenai Trucking and shows up to take on his first…
Navistar Second OE to Sign with NACV Show
Navistar has signed a commitment to exhibit at the inaugural The North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta, Ga.in 2017 as well as at the 2019 and 2021 editions of the biennial show.. Navistar is the second truck maker to sign on to the new show…