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Yellen Sees Turnaround of Supply Chains in Recent Inflation Data

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen welcomed the most recent U.S. inflation figures, saying some of the most important price pressures over the past two years had begun to decline significantly.

January 13, 2023
BusinessTechnology

FTR Announces Key Executive Changes

FTR, an economic and freight forecasting firm, announced it appointed Jonathan Starks CEO of the company, replacing Eric Starks, who will be transitioning to chairman of the board.

January 12, 2023
Government

Freight Stakeholders Press Congress for Results

WASHINGTON — With the 118th session of Congress underway, freight stakeholders are calling on lawmakers to prioritize proposals targeting supply chain connectivity and long-standing concerns associated with the trucking workforce.

January 12, 2023
BusinessEquipment

MEMA Retools Operational Structure, Announces Executive Appointments

The venerable trade association for motor vehicle and mobility suppliers, parts manufacturers and remanufacturers announced a new brand and business structure as MEMA, the Vehicle Suppliers Association.

January 12, 2023
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Cold Storage Facility to Be Built Near Port of Charleston

South Carolina has captured a $49.9 million deal for a cold storage warehousing and logistics company to set up operations near the Port of Charleston, Gov. Henry McMaster announced.

January 12, 2023
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

COVID's Impact on Shopping, Supply Chain Remains Profound

WASHINGTON — The coronavirus pandemic had a profound impact on how shopping and supply chains operate, experts said Jan. 10 during a session at Transportation Research Board’s annual meeting.

January 12, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Consumer Inflation Eased Again to 6.5% in December

WASHINGTON — Rising U.S. consumer prices moderated again in December, bolstering hopes that inflation’s grip on the economy will continue to ease this year and possibly require less drastic action by the Federal Reserve to control it.

January 12, 2023
GovernmentTechnologySafety

Fight for Zero Road Fatalities, NTSB Chair Jennifer 91ÊÓÆµndy Urges

The rising number of people killed and injured in automobile accidents due to driving at high speeds is unacceptable, National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer 91ÊÓÆµndy said.

January 12, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

ATA, European Officials Address Driver Shortage

Leaders from American Trucking Associations during an overseas visit with European policymakers discussed the many challenges they share, including a driver shortage that is being exacerbated for international fleets by the war in Ukraine.

January 12, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

Head of Transportation Safety Board Shares Concern Over Heavy EV Safety Risks

DETROIT — The head of the National Transportation Safety Board expressed concern on Jan. 11 about the safety risks that heavy electric vehicles pose if they collide with lighter vehicles.

January 12, 2023

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