With the official merger application expected on December 1, the proposed $85 billion Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern deal took center stage at the RailTrends conference in New York last week. The idea: create the nation’s first true transcontinental railroad, joining 50,000 route miles across 43 states and linking roughly 100 ports coast to coast. What’s Related […]
This holiday season is bringing the usual spike in freight volume, but some companies are finding a way to ease the pressure. More U.S. businesses are turning to Foreign-Trade Zones to lower costs, build inventory earlier, and stay ahead of shipping disruptions. To better understand how the program works, we spoke with Jeff Tafel, President […]
Freight fraud is not slowing down; it is getting smarter. And heading into 2026, Truckstop says three clear trends are shaping how scams work and who they target. The company has already reviewed nearly 50,000 entities this year and found that fake documents, AI-generated voices, and spoofed emails are making fraud blend into everyday communication […]
For years, trucking has been defined by one problem: finding enough drivers. But Magnus Technologies CEO Matt Cartwright says the real challenge isn’t about people, it’s about the systems built around them. In this Q&A, Cartwright explains why better workflows, unified data, and simple process changes can make trucking jobs more predictable and turn retention from […]
Eight clothing brands are teaming up to remove materials linked to ancient and endangered forests from their packaging and textile sourcing. The companies — Marc O’Polo, Victoria’s Secret & Co., Akyn, Mint Velvet, Spell, OUTnABOUT, DÔEN, and ICICLE — are partnering with environmental nonprofit Canopy through its Pack4Good and CanopyStyle initiatives. The goal is to […]
Nokia plans to invest $4 billion in U.S. research, manufacturing, and AI development. The goal is to build faster and more reliable networks across the country. The company said the money will go toward work on mobile, fiber, optical, IP, and data center networking, all aimed at making U.S. networks more secure and energy-efficient. What’s […]
Macquarie Asset Management has made a major move in the logistics sector with a $7.5 billion offer to acquire Qube Holdings, one of Australia’s largest port and intermodal operators. The bid pushed Qube’s stock to a record high, with shares jumping nearly 20% following the announcement. What’s Related The offer is $3.45 per share in […]
AstraZeneca will invest $2 billion to expand manufacturing in Maryland, adding capacity in Frederick and building a new clinical facility in Gaithersburg. The investment will generate 2,600 jobs through hiring, construction, and the retention of existing roles. What’s Related In Frederick, the company plans to nearly double commercial manufacturing capacity at its existing biologics facility. […]
A new coalition, United for Autonomy, has launched in Washington, D.C., to create a federal policy framework for autonomous vehicles (AV) in the United States. The group includes 28 organizations, spanning technology groups, transportation associations, safety advocates, industry coalitions, and supply chain stakeholders. What’s Related The group says the U.S. needs a unified federal approach, not […]
Walmart says fast delivery is no longer a bonus; it’s becoming a customer expectation. During its Q3 2026 earnings call last week, the company reported that about 35 percent of its U.S. digital orders fulfilled from stores were delivered in under three hours, and its fastest delivery channel is now hitting under one hour. What’s […]
