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The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has unveiled the finalists for the 2026 Freight Service Awards, marking the 38th year of this prestigious competition. The awards recognize outstanding achievements, innovation, and excellence within the UK freight forwarding sector, featuring 28...
Maersk and Hateco have signed a deal to develop a rail freight network in Vietnam. This network will feature a rail freight terminal located in Haiphong, along with three container facilities distributed across northern provinces. This project is significant as it aims to enhance logistics and tran...
KargoBot is expanding its AI-driven freight network in Qipanjing, Ordos, incorporating a combination of manned trucks, cabbed autonomous trucks, and cabless robots. The company aims for a target gain exceeding 30 percent as it scales its operations. This initiative is significant as it represents K...
A recent panel session titled 'Sustainability in Freight Transport' was held to address how freight operators can reduce emissions while maintaining efficiency and competitiveness. Experts from various sectors, including Mat Jobson from Europa and Tyler Chaffo from Blue Yonder, discussed practical s...
The American Transportation Research Institute recently reported that the average cost of operating a truck in 2025 is projected to reach $2.336 per mile, marking a historical high. While volatile diesel prices and shifting trade policies contribute to this increase, a more persistent issue lies in...
Einride AB has announced a partnership with DAF Trucks N.V. to integrate its autonomous driving system with DAF's premium vehicle platform. This collaboration aims to address industry challenges such as labor shortages and rising operational costs, marking a significant step toward the commercializa...
AVI-SPL, in partnership with Volvo Autonomous Solutions, has initiated commercial autonomous freight operations between Dallas and Houston using the Volvo VNL Autonomous vehicle powered by the Aurora Driver. This operation will facilitate the transport of audio-visual electronics, including new prod...
Kodiak AI has announced plans to initiate its first unsupervised long-haul driverless freight service on the Dallas–Houston Interstate 45 corridor by the end of 2026. The company has successfully completed deliveries between Lancaster, Texas, and Houston without human intervention, marking a signifi...
Loadsmart has launched its Opendock freight scheduling and yard management platform in Brazil during the Intra-Log Expo South America in São Paulo. This platform, already utilized in international logistics, aims to address significant challenges such as truck waiting times and yard congestion in th...
HappyRobot has officially become a unicorn after closing a $150 million Series C funding round, achieving a post-money valuation of $1.2 billion. This funding comes 20 months after the company's inception and highlights the growing demand for AI agents in the freight industry, capable of managing co...
The autonomous vehicle industry is experiencing a resurgence reminiscent of the 2016 hype cycle, with renewed interest and investment. Travis Kalanick, the co-founder of Uber, is re-entering the scene by establishing a robotics company, signaling a shift in focus within the sector. As competition in...
TEG, a carrier sourcing platform specializing in enterprise logistics, has launched an automated tool for estimating CO₂ emissions. This innovative feature provides hauliers, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), and shippers with per-load carbon data from the moment a load is booked. Utilizing th...
Recent shifts in weather patterns are causing severe weather events to occur in regions that have traditionally been less affected, leading to increased unpredictability in storm behavior. This change is attributed to climate change, which is altering atmospheric conditions and contributing to more...
Einride, a Stockholm-based developer of autonomous freight solutions, has announced its plans to go public through a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC). The company operates a fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks that service Global Fortune 500 companies across the United States and Europe. T...
In recent years, autonomous trucks have captured significant attention and investment in the freight transportation sector. However, freight rail is also experiencing a transformative shift, as highlighted by Matt Soule, founder and CEO of Parallel Systems. He asserts that autonomous rail technology...
PepsiCo has announced a partnership with Gatik to enhance its North American supply chain by integrating autonomous freight solutions. This collaboration aims to optimize PepsiCo's regional transportation networks, which facilitate the daily movement of products between various sites. By leveraging...
Einride, a company specializing in self-driving freight truck technology, experienced a notable surge in its stock price during its inaugural day of trading on the Nasdaq. This milestone followed the completion of a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), which facilitated its entr...
In response to the ongoing volatility and uncertainty in the European freight market, Logistics Business, in collaboration with Trans.eu, has released a new eBook titled "Building Trust into Freight." This publication examines the evolution of digital freight platforms, highlighting their transition...
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