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FMC moves ahead on detention, demurrage guidance September 17, 2021
The Federal Maritime Commission is addressing complaint proceedings and retaliation, as well as how ocean carriers should divulge information.
Alejandra Salgado
Mileage between breakdowns rises, but so do repair costs September 16, 2021
Unscheduled breakdowns are farther between, a study from the Technology & Maintenance Council shows. But inflation rears its head, eroding the gains.
Jim Stinson
Truck drivers have shown up for us. Here's how we can show up for them. September 15, 2021
In the constant stream of global disruptions, drivers have been the silver lining, rising to extraordinary challenges, writes C.H. Robinson's Mac Pinkerton.
Mac Pinkerton
House committee approves $150B plan for clean electricity, including EV infrastructure September 14, 2021
The Clean Electricity Performance Program is part of the $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation package, which contains $5 billion for heavy-duty electric vehicles.
Jason Plautz
Money and range: Experts note roadblocks to EV adoption September 14, 2021
The smaller the truck, the smaller the battery, which is why fleets such as PepsiCo's target medium-duty vehicles for electrification.
Jim Stinson

Big Lots plans 'bypass network' to mitigate port congestion during peak season September 17, 2021
As an example, the retailer said 98% of its Christmas trees ship out of Yantian and now have 4-8 week lead times. A bypass network will help imports skip a touch, and arrive in time for holiday shopping.
Edwin Lopez
LTLs become selective about freight as demand booms September 17, 2021
Carriers have to make tough decisions to preserve quality of customer service.
Jim Stinson
Lowe's places larger orders with suppliers to avoid holiday stockouts September 16, 2021
The hardware retailer says inventory levels are "actually getting better, not worse," as other companies struggle to navigate supply chain disruptions.
Sarah Zimmerman
Facing shortages? Here's 5 ways to build a resilient procurement strategy. September 16, 2021
Procurement teams can turn supply constraints into an opportunity to rebuild with sourcing in mind, writes Praveen Kumar Soni.
Praveen Kumar Soni