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This Week in Logistics News (March 5 – 11)

Logistics Viewpoints

Amazon is turning grocery-picking gig workers into Whole Foods employees. XPO Logistics to spin off freight brokerage. CEVA Logistics using self-driving trucks to move freight. The plan, according to a letter to employees, is to bring gig workers on as Whole Foods employees.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. The Golden State is an invaluable resource to the domestic food supply chain. Kansas’ produce season transportation spikes influence freight capacity and rates in early summer continuing through August.

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Harvey and Irma’s Effect on the Logistics Industry

GTG Technology Group

When hurricanes Harvey and Irma devastated Texas and Florida, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) rerouted thousands of trucks to supply food and materials to the areas hardest hit. Large amounts of rail freight had to be diverted to trucks, further tightening availability. FEMA Reroutes Trucks.

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Do Freight Shipping Prices Vary by State?

Freight Center

Several factors can impact the cost of freight shipping, including your shipment’s weight, dimensions and any special handling requirements, such as temperature or shape. Yes indeed, freight shipping prices do vary by state. Additionally, our freight experts are here to guide you through the process if needed.

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Do Freight Shipping Prices Vary by State?

Freight Center

Several factors can impact the cost of freight shipping, including your shipment’s weight, dimensions and any special handling requirements, such as temperature or shape. Yes indeed, freight shipping prices do vary by state. Additionally, our freight experts are here to guide you through the process if needed.

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Do Freight Shipping Prices Vary by State?

Freight Center

Several factors can impact the cost of freight shipping, including your shipment’s weight, dimensions and any special handling requirements, such as temperature or shape. Yes indeed, freight shipping prices do vary by state. Additionally, our freight experts are here to guide you through the process if needed.

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Van Rates May Spring Ahead Very Soon

DAT Solutions

Expect a surge of spot market freight next week, as shippers rush to close the quarter on a high note, while refrigerated trucks move last-minute food for Easter. last week and Houston to Oklahoma City — a key lane for energy-related freight —gained 22¢ to an average of $2.35/mile. Volume jumped 4.6%

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