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The State of LTL Shipping in Light of YRC Freight Bankruptcy

TransAudit

Purchase of USF in 2005: The acquisition of USF, though appearing promising on paper, led to integration complications and further increased Yellow’s debt. Financial Restructuring Attempts Yellow was compelled to opt for wage concessions and debt-for-equity swaps in 2009.

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6 Things to Consider as You Plan Your 2016 Budget

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Since 2009, ocean carriers have faced many uncertainties—and they’re expected to continue for the foreseeable future. In my opinion, there will be more than one way to procure capacity, rates, and services for the 2016-2017 season. You probably have questions about what the 2016-2017 ocean contract season will bring. Consolidations.