DHL Express USA to reduce workforce by 600 positions
In a move designed to lower general and administrative costs across its U.S delivery business—due to the current economic climate and market conditions—DHL Express USA said it will reduce its workforce by approximately 600 positions. more- Intermodal shipping: IANA report says quarterly and annual volumes down
Due to varying market conditions, including growth in domestic container volume and a decline in import traffic, intermodal volume totals for the fourth quarter of 2007 and the full year were down, according to Intermodal Market Trends & Statistics, a quarterly report published by the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA). more
Trucking news: YRCW to shut down 27 regional service centers
Regional subsidiaries of less-than-truckload transportation and global logistics services provider YRC Worldwide Inc. (YRCW) will cease operations at 27 service centers that will result in charges of $30 million, according to a Reuters news report published yesterday. more- Diesel prices flat
Diesel prices were flat this week, holding tight at $3.280 per gallon. This week's price is 80.4 cents higher than the price last year at this time. more
- Long Beach threatened with lawsuit
Two environmental groups this week warned the Port of Long Beach to take immediate steps to reduce pollution or face legal action within 90 days. more » » »
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