Freight trains could help decongest the Port of Long Beach
The Port of Long Beach, the Utah Inland Port Authority, and Union Pacific Railroad announced a new partnership aimed at rapidly evacuating cargo from terminals in Long Beach to Salt Lake City for further distribution throughout western states.
Los Angeles railroad lined with homeless encampments sees rash of cargo container burglaries
The backlog of cargo containers making their way from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach saw widespread burglaries as they were carried on trains through an area of tracks lined by homeless encampments.
Bank of America CEO warns 'bottlenecks have to get straightened out' to ensure continued economic growth
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan noted that his customers currently have more money in the bank and are spending more, but warned that supply chain issues, labor shortages and inflation could have an impact on economic growth.
Small business owner depending on supply chain issues 'getting resolved quickly' ahead of the holiday season
Spencer Young, the owner of City Lights Collectibles, said he is depending on supply chain issues “getting resolved quickly” ahead of the holiday season.
Amtrak train collides with semi-truck hauling cars in Oklahoma, injures 4 passengers
Dramatic video captured the moment that an Amtrak train in Oklahoma barrelled through a semi-truck hauling multiple cars on Friday.
Vaccine mandate would deepen supply-chain problems, trucker warns
Vaccine mandate would cause more confusion for trucking industry, according to logistics company JB Hunt.
Busiest US container port complex warns of industry ‘crisis’ over supply chain disruptions
The executive director of the Port of Long Beach, the largest container port complex in the United States, warned of an industry “crisis” over supply chain disruptions.
United Airlines slapped with large fine for tarmac delays
United Airlines was slapped with a $1.9 million fine by the Department of Transportation (DOT) Friday for violating regulations on how long passengers can be stuck on the tarmac.
Boeing's delivery of new 787 Dreamliners likely delayed until at least late October
Deliveries of Boeing Co.'s 787 Dreamliner will likely remain halted until at least late October as the plane maker has been unable to persuade air-safety regulators to approve its proposal to inspect the aircraft, people familiar with the matter said.
Freight train in Texas smashes through semi-truck hauling wind turbine blade, video shows
A freight train barreled through a semi-truck that was carrying what appeared to be a piece of a wind turbine as the 18-wheeler drove over the tracks at a rail crossing in Texas on Sunday.
TSA extends mask mandate at least into January
The Transportation Security Administration is set to extend its mask mandate for all trains, planes, and buses through at least Jan. 18, 2022, a spokesperson told Fox News.
CSX profit more than doubled as railroad hauled 27% more
CSX railroad's second-quarter profit more than doubled as the economy continued to rebound from the depths of the coronavirus pandemic and it hauled 27% more freight than a year ago.
First-time boaters lead boat sales boom
More boaters than ever are hitting the water this summer, and the demand is being propelled by first-time boat owners.
Archer Aviation unveils electric air taxi for launch in 2024
Archer Aviation on Thursday unveiled its first-ever electric air taxi and demonstrated how the aircraft will operate with a virtual reality flight.
Used car and truck prices soar by most on record
Used car and truck prices in April surged by the most since recordkeeping began in 1953 amid a surge in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Melinda Gates divorce stocks: AutoNation to Mexican Coca-Cola
Melinda Gates now has a stock portfolio of familiar names ranging from soft drinks, media and rail transportation.
RV sales hit record as pandemic fuels road trips
Recreational vehicles are hitting the roads at a pace never seen before as the COVID-19 pandemic has driven more Americans to explore the country.
Canadian National makes $30B topping bid for Kansas City Southern
Kansas City Southern is a hot commodity as two major railways set up a bidding war.
Trucking giant beefs up fleet size to meet surging demand
J.B. Hunt Transportation Services Inc. is doubling the size of its 2021 fleet order in an effort to keep pace with surging customer demand.
Egypt seizes Ever Given ship in Suez Canal, demands compensation
This turns up pressure on Ever Given's owner to negotiate a settlement that Egyptian authorities are claiming should be roughly $1 billion for damage to the canal and lost business