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A federal class action lawsuit alleges that Class 1 railroad CSX wrongly discouraged workers from taking leave under the Family Medical Leave Act and retaliated against workers who used the leave. The complaint, filed last Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, alleges that CSX inflated the amount of time…
In high-turnover industries like trucking, recruiters are often laser-focused on hiring experienced employees that can hit the ground running. While it is true that veteran truck drivers can bring a wealth of knowledge with them, carriers should avoid underestimating the value of more inexperienced drivers. With the proper training and support, new-to-the-industry hires can become…
In today’s global economy, efficient supply chain management is crucial for enterprises looking to gain a competitive edge. The success of any supply chain relies heavily on accurate data, strategic planning and a deep understanding of market dynamics. That’s why FreightWaves is excited to introduce Container Atlas, which captures ocean freight volumes and daily market…
A decline in freight volumes, geopolitical concerns and cost inflation were top of mind for customs brokers and freight forwarders, according to Descartes’ eighth annual benchmark survey. Of the 272 participants polled by the supply chain software-as-a-service provider, most noted that while overall freight demand has fallen, shipment sizes have continued to increase, albeit at…
It’s now crystal clear that container ships will not return to the Red Sea anytime soon. Lengthy detours around the Cape of Good Hope have already pushed spot container rates far above pre-COVID levels, and rates continue to climb. Yet another commercial ship was hit by Houthi rebels on Wednesday, the bulk carrier Genco Picardy,…
The logistics industry as a whole has been shaken up over the past few years. While every sector has seen its fair share of upgrades, challenging and shifting priorities, the ocean environment has proven especially rife for change. This shifting landscape can be attributed to a wide swath of factors, from the industry wide technological…