For minimum-wage earners, port truckers, farm laborers, sexual harassment victims, nursing mothers, high-powered female executives and workers injured on the job, 2019 offers reason to celebrate. A score of new state laws took effect on Jan. 1, expanding the rights of many employees while placing fresh restrictions on businesses.
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Crowley Integrates DFTS Management Into Government Services
Crowley Maritime Corp. has announced it will combine its Defense Freight Transportation Services contract management group with other government services under its Crowley Solutions business units.
January 2, 2019United Road Services, Carlyle Group Buy Fleet Car Carriers
United Road Services has joined with The Carlyle Group and other investors to acquire Colorado-based Fleet Car Carriers.
December 28, 2018Willson International Expands Into Alberta
Willson International, a fourth-generation, family-owned-and-operated logistics company based in the Toronto area, has expanded westward and added brokerage and logistics account executives servicing Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.
December 28, 2018India Crackdown on Amazon, Walmart Seen Hurting Online Shoppers
India’s new rules for foreign e-commerce platforms may be designed to protect local companies from Amazon.com and Walmart Inc., but consumers are likely to suffer the collateral damage.
December 28, 2018CFI Logistics Acquires Chicago-Based Optimal Freight
Truckload carrier and logistics firm CFI announced plans to acquire Chicago-based Optimal Freight.
December 27, 2018Rhode Island to Construct 10 More Truck Toll Gantries
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation has received federal approval to advance construction on 10 more truck-tolling gantries.
December 27, 2018UPS Holiday Package Returns Hit Peak Before Year End for First Time
UPS Inc. expected to handle a record 1.5 million returns Dec. 19, ahead of its usual early January peak of 1.3 million.
December 20, 2018Record Number of Travelers Predicted for Roads, Rails, Airports, AAA Says
Expect record-breaking crowds this holiday season on the nation’s roads, rails and runways, as about one-third of Americans will be on the move.
December 20, 2018FedEx Stock Takes Beating on Bleak European Outlook
FedEx Corp. shares plunged Dec. 19, after its “jarring” cut to annual forecasts and bleak commentary about European economy and global trade alarmed the market.
December 19, 2018