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Frito-Lay Opens New $16 Million Facility in Scott Depot, WV
Frito-Lay opened a new $16 million distribution center in Scott Depot, WV earlier this week. The facility is 70,000 square feet and will be a key distribution point in their supply chain. This center is four times larger than…
Three Companies Charged With Emission Device Tampering
Federal authorities in Michigan have charged three companies — including a truckload carrier — and 11 individuals in an aftermarket scheme to disable the emissions control systems.
House Panel Evaluates Supply Chain Concerns
WASHINGTON — House transportation policymakers expressed bipartisan support for pursuing initiatives meant to improve safety and workforce accommodations across the freight sector.
Kroger CEO Vows Legal Fight for Albertsons Deal if Necessary
Kroger Co. said it’s committed to hunkering down for a long legal battle if U.S. regulators attempt to block its $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons Cos.
CPKC now offering daily intermodal service between Midwest, Mexico
Canadian Pacific Kansas City is now offering a daily premium intermodal service running between the U.S. Midwest and Mexico. This latest offering, which CPKC (NYSE: CP) says will be “the first truck-competitive, single-line…
Hestia secures 4 Pitney Bowes board seats but CEO holds on
Pitney Bowes CEO Marc Lautenbach retained his board seat despite the election of four Hestia Capital Management candidates. Pitney Bowes CEO Marc Lautenbach continues in his job despite the election of four director…
Loaded and Rolling: International Roadcheck is next week; shipping execs weigh in on rates
CVSA International Roadcheck is next week (Photo: Jim Allen/FreightWaves) The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is holding its annual International Roadcheck next Tuesday through Thursday, with a focus on anti-lock…
Senate Panel OKs Rail Safety Bill In Wake of Ohio Derailment
A Senate committee on May 11 approved a rail-safety bill introduced after the derailment of a freight train in East Palestine, Ohio, but its fate remains uncertain due to significant Republican opposition.
The Best Snack for Ginger Lovers Is Inna’s Super Spicy Ginger
Lille Allen/Eater While people who aren’t ginger fans will be easily overpowered, for those of us who can never get enough, the balance here is just right I feel about ginger the way other people feel about garlic: the…
April Class 8 Orders Continue Year-Over-Year Declines
North American Class 8 orders in April continued the trend of year-over-year declines by dropping to 11,600 units, ACT Research reported.
