Tag: Cargo transportation

Evaluation of electric vehicles in freight transportation, opportunities and challenges

A study conducted by NACFE and RMI on the opportunities for electric vehicle adoption in the trucking industry A study conducted by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) and RMI last September evaluated the commercial performance of 22 battery electric vehicles ranging from Class 2b to Class 8 over a three-week period. These […]

Fourth of July cargo theft increases: how to keep cargo safe?

Direct cargo and transport theft continues to be more common than complex fraud schemes CargoNet has issued a notice to the logistics industry warning of an increased risk of cargo theft during the Fourth of July holiday week in the United States. This advisory is based on an analysis of 174 thefts occurring between July […]

Protecting the roads: National Secure Your Cargo Day

On June 6th, the National Secure Your Load Day is commemorated as a safety campaign about the risks of unsecured loads An unsecured load poses a risk to both the driver and other vehicles sharing the road. Annually, on June 6th, the National Secure Your Load Day is commemorated, a safety campaign founded in 2004 […]

Rising threats in the freight industry: surge in cargo thefts

CargoNet’s analysis documented an average value of stolen shipments of $281,757 In a recent report from CargoNet, it is shown that during the first quarter of 2024, cargo theft incidents have experienced an alarming 46% increase compared to the previous year. This rise also marks a concerning 10% increase over the fourth quarter of last […]

Securing cargo: essential strategies for safe transportation

From preventing possible theft to minimizing any type of damage, understanding the essential steps to protect shipments is crucial Ensuring the safety and protection of shipments during cargo transportation is a shared responsibility between the company and the assigned driver. Products from various sectors and values are shipped over long distances by road, with the […]

Adversities in the U.S. freight industry

The United States is in a better position to address the challenges arising from the situation in the Red Sea, according to experts. The freight sector in the United States is in better condition, according to experts, to address the challenges arising from the situation in the Red Sea, thanks to efforts to improve capacity […]

The logistics of Valentine’s Day: transporting flowers for lovers

It’s possible that the flowers in your hands have undertaken a long journey of thousands of kilometers through an intricate global supply chain. On Valentine’s Day, not only does love blossom. Flowers play a fundamental role in what this day represents, with millions of them being sent and received worldwide. Behind this romantic gesture, there […]

Deficiencies in global animal transportation regulations

The study marks the first comprehensive assessment of the adequacy of these regulations. An interdisciplinary study published in the Royal Society Open Science reveals inadequacies in the regulations of five countries regarding animal transportation. Scientists specializing in animal welfare and a law professor examined animal transportation regulations in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the EU (including […]