Port of Baltimore calamity shows supply chain’s vulnerabilities

By Bart De Muynck The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates. Companies continue to make their supply chains more resilient to respond very quickly to supply chain disruptions. Some disruptions can be modeled or even predicted in some cases. But others…

Red Sea crisis nears boiling point, unable to heat up spot rates

Russian warships entered the Red Sea last Thursday, for what the Russian Pacific Fleet’s press service has stated was the performance of “assigned tasks within the framework of the long-range sea campaign.” This intentional vagueness has invited no small amount of speculation as to the ships’ true objectives. Theories range from retaliatory pressure on Israel,…

White Paper: Improving Back Office Efficiency in the Freight Industry

Efficiency isn’t optional – it’s the cornerstone of success. In the fast-paced world of freight, efficiency isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a lifeline. Technology is revolutionizing our industry, ushering in an era where manual processes are replaced by cutting-edge digital solutions powered by artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and automation. Discover how the…

Ship OGRE completes acquisition of Brokerage and Transportation Sales

Pioneering brokerage and logistics technology provider Ship OGRE recently completed the acquisition of third-party logistics provider Brokerage and Transportation Sales Inc. (BTS). The merger includes integrating BTS into OGRE’s “Ship Like a Beast”’ platform, which simplifies operations, reduces costs and provides a seamless end-to-end experience from manufacturers to end customers. Wes Queen, founder and CEO…