As regulators prepare to evaluate a controversial railroad merger that would reverberate through the U.S. supply chain, the leading industry trade group sought to boost the chances of that deal’s approval by emphasizing rail’s critical role in the economy. Analysis by the Washington-based Association of American Railroads (AAR) says rail acts to steady the supply… Continue reading Ahead of mega-merger, railroads say they steady economy, supply chain
Month: December 2025
Trucking credit metrics at BMO slide as the business gets smaller
Credit metrics at the transportation unit of BMO, the former Bank of Montreal, were down virtually across the board in the fourth quarter, and the size of the business is shrinking as well. BMO’s (NYSE: BMO) transportation unit is a major lender to the North American trucking industry. It has seen a rising tide of… Continue reading Trucking credit metrics at BMO slide as the business gets smaller
Honoring heroes: the Wreaths Across America convoy
The holiday season often brings a sense of gratitude and a desire to give back. It’s a time when communities come together to support causes that matter. One of the most moving traditions during this season is the mission of Wreaths Across America, an organization dedicated to remembering our fallen U.S. veterans, honoring those who… Continue reading Honoring heroes: the Wreaths Across America convoy
Dry van report: Economic uncertainty is weighing on retailers and consumers
A significant decline in the volume of corrugated cardboard shipments is a major warning sign for the trucking industry, as cardboard serves as a reliable leading indicator of consumer demand for packaged goods. US corrugated box shipments fell to the lowest third-quarter reading since 2015, according to data from the Fibre Box Association. This slump… Continue reading Dry van report: Economic uncertainty is weighing on retailers and consumers
New ATRI Research Expands Insights on the Scale and Causes of Growing Trucking Litigation
ATRI has released new research on the scope of tort litigation in the trucking industry and the factors that influence case outcomes. Also included are new updates on third-party litigation financing, carrier policies and procedures that impact the likelihood of lawsuits, whether Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations represent full compliance or minimum standards, and a new… Continue reading New ATRI Research Expands Insights on the Scale and Causes of Growing Trucking Litigation