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L.A. freight gets a tailwind from hurricanes and typhoons

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Even from a great distance, three September storms had an impact on California cargo in mid-October. Cargo ships were re-routed or delayed en route to and from ports from Savannah to Baltimore. Denver to Albuquerque got a 7¢ increase, to $2.18/mile. Blame the weather. Apart from L.A. It wasn't just Chicago, either.

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Van and Reefer Operators Give Thanks for Rate Increases

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Thanks in part to seasonal food items, rates are finally trending back up for vans and reefers. Christmas trees are also ready for pickup, but experienced truckers will remind you to clean your trailer thoroughly after hauling trees, especially if you plan to follow with a load of food-grade cargo. and Canada.

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The Top Logistics and Supply Chain Journalists & Thought Leaders to Know for 2020

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His works have been published in The Cincinnati Enquirer, the Albuquerque Journa,l and Sun-Sentinel. . His works commonly include an analysis of global logistics trends, distribution strategies, best practices, logistics outsourcing, integrating systems and more. Cathy Morrow Roberson (Air Cargo World, Logistics Trends & Insights).