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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.

Business, Equipment

Guide To Boosting Technician Efficiency

The kind of revenue your shop brings in is almost entirely dependent on the efficiency of your techs. Time is, after all, money. Learn some strategies that you can implement to boost your tech efficiency. 

November 1, 2024
Business

Effective Lending Options for Your Transportation Business

Finding the right financial provider can be a difficult, time-consuming endeavor. The guidance in this whitepaper will help businesses effectively and efficiently choose the best fit from some of the most popular and useful commercial financing products available.

November 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Logistics

Master LTL Freight with 4 Pillars of Profitability

Looking to boost efficiency and profits in LTL freight? This eBook shows you how to automate workflows, cut costly errors, and increase your margins. Imagine booking more loads with 20% extra time! Start mastering the four pillars of profitability today..  

November 1, 2024
Business, Technology

Save with AI-powered, data-driven predictive maintenance.

Right now, you probably pay more per mile to operate than ever. Maintain healthier trucks, save thousands in critical repairs, and run a more efficient shop—all through predictive maintenance.  

November 1, 2024
Business, Logistics, Global Freight, Top 50

Ocean, Airfreight Volumes Falter in Rocky 2023

Shippers faced hurdles with both ocean freight and airfreight in 2023, leading to declined volumes at North America's top container ports and airports.

Mike Senatore | Features Coordinator
November 1, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics, Global Freight, Top 50

Top 50 Freight Companies Endure Global Trade Slump

A slump in international trade, geopolitical conflicts and economic uncertainty created a difficult business environment for the largest transportation and logistics providers in 2023.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
November 1, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics, Global Freight, Top 50

Looking Up: Airfreight Demand Takes Off in 2024

Demand for global air cargo traffic continues to increase amid ­e-commerce growth and ocean shipping constraints, driving prices higher as carriers and airports seek new efficiencies to maximize capacity.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
November 1, 2024
Business, Top 50

About Us: Transport Topics Top 50 Global Freight Companies

The Transport Topics Top 50 Global Freight Companies is a listing of the largest package, truck, rail, air and ocean carriers in the world.

November 1, 2024
Business, Logistics

ArcBest Reports 187% Rise in Earnings for Third Quarter

ArcBest Corp. experienced a 187% increase in earnings despite a decline in revenue during the third quarter of 2024, the company reported Nov. 1.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
November 1, 2024
Business, Fuel

Exxon Mobil Profit Tops Q3 Expectations

Exxon Mobil’s third-quarter profit beat analysts’ expectations, as the oil and gas giant was helped by contributions from Pioneer Natural Resources, a recent acquisition.

Michelle Chapman | Associated Press
November 1, 2024