Transportation & Logistics: US Ports

Transportation & Logistics: US Ports

October, 2022- Freight broker rides out the supply chain roller coaster.

CARGO VOLUMES ARE INCHING OFF HISTORIC HIGHS, BUT DEMAND FOR SERVICES STILL OUTWEIGHS CAPACITY

Facing strains from a pandemic, a family owned company adapts its practices to fit conditions on the ground

Specialty metals distributor partners with third party to map a strategy covering the last mile toward superior service

Broker-free booking of loads attracts shippers and drivers

Metals supply chain can choose a different method to combat long lead times for new trucks and better control costs

Between BuildMyLoads and Headlight Freight, service centers can become more efficient with deliveries and save on freight costs

Freight handler expands zone of influence with border logistics facilities north and south

Load-planning solution optimizes the network and structure of delivering materials efficiently

Lower shipping volume in some parts of the economy are offset by gains in other sectors

Build rates for commercial vehicles remain lethargic as inventory overhang persists

A tipping point is being reached for vehicle technologies, creating safer and smarter supply chain mobility

Third-party logistics firm places metal anywhere its clients want, and straightens out the paperwork, too

Metal haulers implement new tools to make the job less dangerous

By highway, railroad or water, managing obstacles is vital for metal suppliers because late deliveries are rarely acceptable

Lead times stretch as order books for truck and engine manufacturers fill up