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GXO Logistics Deploys 500 Robots for Top Sporting Goods Retailer
GXO Logistics has implemented a first-of-its-kind robotics solution for a major global sporting goods retailer in Europe.
Five Innovations Shaping the Future of Last-Mile Delivery
Discover how drones, autonomous vehicles, and clean technologies are driving efficiency, reducing costs, and improving customer satisfaction.
Barge Hits Texas Bridge in Incident Reminiscent of Baltimore Collapse
A barge collided with the Pelican Island Bridge in Galveston, Texas, causing an oil spill and closing the only road access to the island.
April Retail Sales Stagnate but Show Annual Growth
The U.S. retail sector experienced mixed results in April, with total sales flat from March but up 3% annually.
Freight Shipments Continue Downward Trend in April
April's freight market data from Cass reveals ongoing challenges, with a 1.6% month-over-month drop in shipments and a 4% year-over-year decline.
Record High in Container Production Expected for 2024
Container production reached a post-Covid peak of 521,000 TEU last month, which caught the market by surprise and led to shortages in equipment and vessels.
IBM Investing $730 million to Expand Semiconductor Plant in Canada
IBM announces a $730 million investment in its Bromont, Quebec semiconductor facility, aiming to boost its packaging and testing capabilities.
VIDEO: Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge Demolished in Controlled Explosion
A controlled demolition successfully removed the largest remaining span of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
USPS Sees Increase in Revenue but Overall Net Loss in Q2
Despite a strong second quarter, including a $410 million revenue increase, the USPS reported a $1.5 billion loss.
Indiana Tests Futuristic Highway that Can Charge EVs While Driving
Purdue University and the Indiana DOT are developing a highway that wirelessly charges electric vehicles, aiming to reduce range anxiety and costs.
Week in Review: Baltimore Bridge Price Tag, FTC Fines Williams-Sonoma, and More
Take one last look at last week's top stories including robots helping humans in the warehouse, Peleton vs. Flexport, and delivery discontent.
Robots are Enhancing Human Workers, Not Replacing Them
The future is here - and autonomous robots are taking on all the strenuous tasks so humans can focus on the more analytical ones.
Why Companies are Pushing for a Quieter Warehouse
By prioritizing safety and ergonomics, companies are creating healthier work environments, improving productivity levels and reducing turnover.
How E-Commerce Deliveries Are Failing Today’s Consumer
A new study by Descartes reveals deep discontent with delivery service among online customers, with 67% reporting some type of problem.
Study Uncovers Massive Pollution From Ship Scrubber Discharge
A new study by Chalmers University reveals that over 200 million cubic meters of hazardous waste are dumped annually.
Amazon Rolls Out 50 New Electric Volvo Trucks in California
The new trucks will help Amazon decrease pollution from its shipping operations as it tries to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.
April Employment Update: Trucking Sector Faces 300 Job Losses
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest report shows trucking job dip, signaling industry challenges amid contract negotiations and seasonal shifts.
How Much Will it Cost to Repair Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge?
Maryland's Department of Transportation has weighed in with an estimate of cost and time for a full repair.
Trucking Industry Pushes Back on Government’s Electric Mandates
Trucking leaders are livid at the Biden Administration's EPA’s electric truck mandates, citing technological and infrastructural challenges.
Senators Take Aim at Amazon with Warehouse Worker Protection Act
Two Democratic senators proposed a new bill that will regulate the use of productivity quotas and improve safety for workers.
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