DHL Express ends capacity agreement with Mesa Airlines

DHL Express has terminated its flying-services agreement with Mesa Airlines one year before the end of its term because of reduced cargo demand, the Phoenix-based regional carrier disclosed in its quarterly earnings report on Monday. Mesa Air Group (NASDAQ: MESA) said that the partners “mutually agreed to wind down cargo operation as of February” and…

Poor trailer space utilization continues in 2023

Study highlights nearly half of truckloads in 2023 moved partially empty (Source: Flock Freight) Flock Freight recently released its yearly study, which looks at how market conditions are affecting the industry in partnership with Drive Research. The report is based on survey data that included 1,000 transportation decision makers from various industries. The study found…

DAT and SONAR to square off for a good cause in Great Freight Debate

Informational powerhouses DAT and SONAR will duke it out for bragging rights and a generous charitable donation at the Future of Supply Chain 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia on June 4-5. The two industry juggernauts will be debating what they think is in store for domestic transportation for the rest of the year. “The Great Debate:…

Norfolk Southern to pay additional $310M settlement for derailment

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Justice announced a $310 million settlement with Norfolk Southern Railway Company on Thursday, holding the company accountable for addressing and paying for the damage caused by the Feb. 3, 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. According to a press release from the EPA, the settlement…

3 things I learned at Uber Freight’s Carrier Summit

ARLINGTON, Texas — Uber Freight covered a lot of ground at its recent annual Carrier Summit in Arlington, Texas, hosting its carrier network that moves the company’s spot and dedicated freight. “Uber Freight’s managed transportation business creates real value helping us connect with shippers,” said Harman Cheema, CEO of Cheema Freightlines. Hundreds of carrier representatives,…