Environmental Regulations and Trucking The State of California is known for leading the nation in regulations. So it is no surprise that California’s powerful Air Resources Board (CARB) has adopted the Advanced Clean Fleet rule after several years of proposals and hearings. The rule intends to eventually end using internal combustion engines (ICE) on California’s …
“To fight against climate change, the transport sector needs true decarbonization.”
Why Ecommerce is the New Normal Share! The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a massive surge in e-commerce volumes. By April, many carriers saw increases in sales of over 50% since February. Here are five reasons why e-commerce may very well become the “new normal.” Brick and mortar stores will be slow to reopen– before …
Covid-19 and its Ripple Effect on Everything #Shipping Share! The rapid spread of coronavirus has had a major impact on global shipping markets, with the slump in demand for goods from China having a ripple effect on everything from container ships to oil tankers. Initially, everyone thought that it was China’s problem. Well – nobody …
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The Uncertainty Continues. The Latest. Share! As the world continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19, new policies are rapidly being put in place to minimize the spread. In today’s news: UPS is committed to operating globally –except where constrained by government restrictions. Effective just yesterday, March 26, and until further notice, UPS has suspended …
To Freeze or Not to Freeze – Global Ports Share! As countries seal borders to prevent the spread of the flu-like virus, the shipping industry, too, has taken a hit. Ships and their crews must be able to trade freely with minimal port restrictions to ensure supply lines don’t freeze up while the coronavirus shuts …
Indeed, the world seems to have been thrown into turmoil. But, the logistics professionals, shippers, warehouse operators, dispatchers, brokers, and most importantly, truck drivers have stepped up to provide an orchestrated effort to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our country.
With a reduced Chinese labor force, Global trade has been shaken to its core these past few weeks. Here is what we know:
