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AAR reports volume gains for week ending April 21

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About the Author. jberman@peerlessmedia.com. Intermodal containers and trailers rose 8.9% annually to 274,873, which trailed the week ending April 14 at 276,075 and topped the week ending April 7 at 263,007. Through the first 16 weeks of 2018, U.S. rail carloads are up 0.4% at 4,080,772, and intermodal units are up 5.6% at 4,310,336.

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Port of Oakland introduces cutting-edge online gateway technology to its cargo operations

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Authorities at the Port of Oakland heralded the coming of “a one-stop, online gateway” this morning, ushering in what they believe to be the first-ever digitized operational platform. Indeed, Oakland authorities maintain that ports nationwide are contemplating digital platforms. About the Author. jberman@peerlessmedia.com.

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World Economic Forum gets China’s perspective on trade tensions

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About the Author. jberman@peerlessmedia.com. As noted in our annual Rate Outlook , logistics managers remain concerned about the ongoing trade tensions with China, and how to mitigate risk if the situation worsens. . January 28, 2019. Patrick Burnson, Executive Editor.

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U.S.-China trade truce buys supply chain managers a little more time

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About the Author. jberman@peerlessmedia.com. However, China would need to agree to very substantial measures within 90 days in order to negotiate such an outcome. For the moment, it’s a waiting game for all transpacific stakeholders…and the stakes are high indeed. December 5, 2018. Patrick Burnson, Executive Editor. The post U.S.-China

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U.S. rail carload and intermodal volumes see annual gains in September

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About the Author. jberman@peerlessmedia.com. Jeff Berman, Group News Editor. Jeff Berman is Group News Editor for Logistics Management , Modern Materials Handling , and Supply Chain Management Review. Use a freight forwarder to lower your chances of having shipment delays and to oversee all of your international freight logistics.

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American Airlines Cargo announces major technology upgrade

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About the Author. jberman@peerlessmedia.com. Rick Elieson, president, American Airlines Cargo, said in a statement that the airline is focused on modernizing processes for its team, and increasing transparency and flexibility. The rapidly changing cargo landscape demands that we invest in the best of tools,” he added. .

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Port of Oakland reports another significant jump in export volume

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About the Author. jberman@peerlessmedia.com. The Port of Oakland reported a 4.3 percent increase in overall container volumes last month compared to January 2017. That was due largely to the increase in empty containers. . February 15, 2018. Patrick Burnson, Executive Editor.