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The State of LTL Shipping in Light of YRC Freight Bankruptcy

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LTL, or Less-Than-Truckload shipping, represents the transport of freight that doesn’t require an entire truck’s space. formerly known as YRC Freight, sent shockwaves throughout the transportation industry due to its dominant position. The repercussions are profound, with the LTL shipping sector being notably impacted.

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Global Shipping Trends: What to Expect in 2017

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The global transportation industry was dealt a year full of surprises in 2016, and with that came challenges. While these financial pressures have been ongoing since 2009 due to several factors, overcapacity was certainly one of the most prevalent. 2017 Projections. Sri Laxmana has been with C.H.

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Snapshot of 2023 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains- Part Four

Supply Chain Matters

In this update, we focus on our fifth prediction which is focused on global transportation and logistics services sectors. 2023 Prediction Five: Global Wide Transportation, Logistics and Brokerage Services Sectors Will Face a Challenging Year With Significant Consequences.

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Global Shipping Trends: What to expect in 2017

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Global Shipping Trends: What to expect in 2017. The global transportation industry was dealt a year full of surprises in 2016, and with that came challenges. While these financial pressures have been ongoing since 2009 due to several factors, overcapacity was certainly one of the most prevalent. 2017 Projections.

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How Does the Chinese New Year Impact Rate Volatility?

CH Robinson Transportfolio

This attraction for mega-ships can lead to overcapacity and could keep carriers working to match capacity and demand, thus continuing the overall volatility of the spot market. The idle ship capacity soared from 230,000 TEUs at the beginning of 2015 to 1.36 The idle ship capacity soared from 230,000 TEUs at the beginning of 2015 to 1.36

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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. For example, the China-owned COSCO and China Shipping Container Lines (CSCL) have confirmed their merger. Let’s look at six key topics to watch in the coming year that could impact your budget planning now.