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Spot Truckload Market Remains Strong in U.S., Canada

Truckload freight availability remained elevated compared to previous years despite a seasonal dip, according to the DAT North American Freight Index, a measure of truckload freight demand and capacity in the United States and Canada. Same-month volume was up 32 percent compared to 2013, when freight volume was unusually robust. Spot market volume typically peaks in June; this year's seasonal contraction was 11 percent in July compared to the 10-year average decline of 19 percent.

Oman's Logistics Market Predicted to Exceed $12Bn by 2017

The nascent transportation and logistics market in Oman is expected to see steady growth over the next five to seven years due to planned investments in logistics infrastructure and industrial development in the country. Widespread opportunities for integrated logistics service providers that offer end-to-end logistics solutions will arise in certain industries such as chemicals.

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Softeon Issues Logistics App for Delivery-Intensive Supply Chains

Softeon, a provider of supply-chain software, has developed a comprehensive logistics offering for companies with distribution-intensive operations.

Cloud-based Voice Software Helps Small Companies Run with the Big Dogs

Competing against large enterprises is never easy, but a smaller pet-foods retailer finds that cloud-based voice technology was what it needed to run warehouse operations more smoothly.

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Data Visibility Scripts Success for Ink Manufacturer

Printing-ink maker leverages enterprise logistics partnership to get timely and accurate information, reduce costs and improve service.

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The Logistics Challenges of Manufacturing in Mexico

A conversation with Matt Hamson, chief executive officer of Coronado Logistics Inc.

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July Finishes with Shrinking Capacity, Jump in Truckload Volume

Spot truckload load volume rose sharply and capacity tightened during the week ending August 2, according to DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards.

Yet Another Short-Term Fix for Transportation Funding

Transportation industry groups are lining up to praise Congress's passage of a bill to resuscitate the Highway Trust Fund. But there's little reason to celebrate.

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A New, Parallel Suez Canal? Egypt's Army Says It's a Go.

Egypt said on Tuesday it plans to build a new Suez Canal alongside the existing 145-year-old historic waterway in a multibillion-dollar project to expand trade along the fastest shipping route between Europe and Asia.

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XPO Logistics to Acquire New Breed Logistics

XPO Logistics Inc. has agreed to acquire New Breed Holding Company, a U.S. provider of non-asset based contract logistics services.

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Rate Pressure Easing on Spot Market as Truckload Demand Declines

Spot truckload demand and capacity moved downward during the week ending July 26, according to DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards.

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