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Paschall Truck Lines Parent Adds J&R Schugel to Portfolio

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 17:05
J&R Schugel celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024 and became 100% employee owned in 2014. The merger was effective Oct. 31.

China to Restrict Chemicals After Deal on Fentanyl Tariffs

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 14:00
China said Nov. 10 it is making good on its pledge to crack down on chemicals that can be used to make fentanyl, a key issue for Donald Trump during recent talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Johnson Calls House to Return for Shutdown Vote

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 13:48
“We have to do this as quickly as possible," said House Speaker Mike Johnson. He's kept the House out of session since mid-September, when it passed a bill to continue federal funding.

US Pauses Crackdown on Blacklisted Chinese Firms

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 13:02
For companies that make technology subject to Commerce Department licensing, the expected pause offers a welcome reprieve from a policy they viewed as a massive compliance headache.

Crossword Puzzle Solution for November 10, 2025

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 12:30
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the November 10, 2025 print edition.

FAA Grounds MD-11 Jets After Deadly UPS Crash

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 11:10
UPS and FedEx said Nov. 7 that they were grounding their fleets of McDonnell Douglas MD-11s “out of an abundance of caution." The planes make up about 9% of and 4% of their fleets, respectively.

Perspective: Helping Contract Drivers With Insurance Claims

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 11:00
The right support can play a critical role in helping independent contractors recover financially when they are involved in a crash through no fault of their own.

Trump Promises Bonuses for FAA Controllers Working Unpaid

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 10:35
Flight delays have raised pressure on lawmakers to bring an end to the spending fight, and the government has mandated restrictions on travel at key hubs across the country.

Tesla Cybertruck Head Exits, Adding to Executive Turnover

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 09:26
Siddhant Awasthi decision follows a string of executive exits at Tesla, which has grappled with lukewarm consumer demand and the loss of U.S. incentives while pursuing new business lines.

US Import Slowdown Signals Possible ‘Goods Recession’

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 09:08
President Donald Trump's return to the White House in January kicked off a roller coaster year for manufacturers, retailers and other U.S. industries dependent on goods from abroad.

FAA Staff Shortages and Chicago Snow Add to Flight Gridlock

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 08:40
The U.S. shutdown means air traffic controllers are about to miss their second paycheck. This past weekend, the FAA posted notices of large areas of airports or airspace that faced delays.

Democrats Blink on Health Care, Move to End Long Shutdown

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 08:15
A group of eight Democrats broke with the rest of their party — including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer — to vote with Republicans to advance a bill to reopen the government.

Map: Where They Are

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 05:00
Get a continent-by-continent and country-by-country look at where the 2025 Top 50 Global Freight Companies are based.

North America’s Busiest Sea, Airports in 2024

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 05:00
Transport Topics’ updated lists of the busiest container ports and cargo airports in North America provide a fresh look at the continent’s most important hubs for ocean and air cargo.

Top 50 Global Freight Companies Persevere Amid Trade Shift

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 05:00
The world’s largest transportation and logistics providers have been operating in a highly volatile business environment this year as tariffs and shifting trade policies have altered international freight flows.

A New Era For Global Freight

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 05:00
Global freight flows have entered a period of transformation as the U.S.-led trade war and other policy changes have upended the business landscape for international shipping.

About Us: Transport Topics Top 50 Global Freight Companies

Mon, 11/10/2025 - 05:00
The Transport Topics Top 50 Global Freight Companies is a listing of the largest package, truck, rail, air and ocean carriers in the world.

Oklahoma, ICE Launch Second I-40 CDL Crackdown

Fri, 11/07/2025 - 16:29
“To lawfully operate a commercial motor vehicle in Oklahoma, you must be here legally and you must be able to understand English," Gov. Kevin Stitt said in a Nov. 4 statement.

N.Y., N.J. Grant Key Permits for Williams Gas Pipeline

Fri, 11/07/2025 - 16:16
New York and New Jersey granted crucial permits for a long-stalled Williams Cos. pipeline project that would bring more natural gas to the New York City area from Pennsylvania.

Trump Asks Justice Department to Probe Meatpacker Prices

Fri, 11/07/2025 - 15:45
President Trump asked the Justice Department to start an investigation into the meatpacking industry, accusing them of driving up the price of beef through collusion and other means.

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