Standard Forwarding Freight bought the assets of Midwest less-than-truckload carrier Standard Forwarding from DHL Freight for an undisclosed sum.
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IEA Might Revive Dropped Energy Scenario After US Backlash
The International Energy Agency, the west’s energy watchdog, is considering reviving one of its long-term energy demand scenarios after criticism from U.S. Republican leaders.
How Brokers, Carriers and Shippers Are Fighting Theft and Fraud
As technology systems helped advanced collaborative freight movements among brokers, carriers and shippers, thieves also have targeted the sector as an area ripe for fraud.
PepsiCo Eliminates Some Roles in North American Business
PepsiCo Inc. is eliminating some corporate roles as well as jobs in its U.S. foods divisions, the company said.
Double Brokering Scams Continue to Target Trucking
Brokers make a distinction between co-brokering, done legitimately as a necessity in a fast-paced business environment, and double-brokering, often done by fraudsters.
Japan Group Reportedly Seeks Tesla Investment in Nissan
Nissan shares jumped after the Financial Times reported that a high-level Japanese group has drawn up plans to seek investment from Elon Musk’s Tesla Inc. to aid the struggling carmaker.
KKR’s Sale of Logistics Provider Goodpack Attracts Investors
KKR & Co.’s revived attempt to potentially sell container and logistics services provider Goodpack has attracted interest from global investment firms including Apollo Global Management.
Trump’s Growing Focus on Tariffs Raises Odds of Trade War
President Donald Trump is focusing on the revenue his tariffs would generate as he seeks to get tax cuts through Congress, pointing to an ominous path for countries trying to avoid a trade war.
Trucking Fights Back Against Fuel Card Skimming
Fuel card skimming has become an increasing threat to the financial security of truck fleets, but industry leaders have been making progress addressing the issue over the past year.
Stellantis Pauses Jeep Compass, Ontario Plant Operations
The Brampton plant, which employed about 3,000 workers, is currently being retooled to build electric and and gas-powered vehicles for the Jeep brands.