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R+L Carriers, a major player in transportation and logistics, is investing roughly $25 million in a new project in Owensboro. Local officials and company leadership expect the initiative to create 63 new jobs. Dirt work and the beginning phases of construction for the facility are underway at MidAmerica Airpark on the lot directly south of U.S. Bank. The new construction also includes a new terminal. The project aims to boost R+L Carriers’ operational capacity, streamline logistics, and support sustainable business practices, according to a release. Positions available will include roles in operations, logistics, technology, and customer service. R+L Carriers invites qualified candidates to explore career opportunities on their website. For more information or to apply, visit www.rlc.com.  Claude Bacon, President/CEO of the Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corporation, said the investment was nearly a year in the making.  “We are thrilled to announce this new project and thank R+L for choosing our community,” Bacon said. “This project at MidAmerica Airpark marks another significant step forward for our community’s economic development. GOEDC has been working on this project with R+L for over 10 months and looks forward to working with them towards completing the project and beyond.” Local officials expect the strategic expansion to contribute to the local economy by providing high-paying job opportunities.  “We are very excited to have R+L Carriers join our community,” said Owensboro Mayor Tom Watson. “They add another piece to the puzzle of economic development. With so much commerce delivered by truck, I am confident they will be an asset to our community.”  Daviess County Judge-Executive Charlie Castlen similarly praised the development project. “R+L Carriers’ decision to locate in the MidAmerica Airpark, invest approximately $25 million in a new terminal, and bring in 63 new jobs is a huge win for our Owensboro-Daviess County community,” Castlen said. “This decision is proof of the high-quality workforce R+L Carriers knows our fellow citizens to be.” Jeff Haungs, Vice President of R+L Carriers, said the expansion aligns with R+L Trucking’s vision of delivering exceptional service through innovation and excellence. He also emphasized the company’s commitment to the community.  “We are excited to collaborate with the City of Owensboro on new developments at MidAmerica Airpark,” Huangs said. “R+L Carriers is committed to investing in the community by creating jobs while delivering exceptional value and quality to our customers.” R+L Carriers is a family-owned global freight transportation and logistics company based in the U.S. Since 1965, it has offered a wide range of services, including LTL, truckload, expedited, and cross-border shipping. The company also provides international supply chain management, warehousing, and customs brokerage services.

Stay informed and protected with the latest from Coppersmith Global Logistics. Learn about the FMC’s new rule in our latest blog post. #ShippingNews #Logistics

Are you trying to reduce your freight costs but nothing seems to change? 💡SPOILER ALERT: if you’re focusing on the rate.. you won’t be going very far! Here’s today’s article with 7 practical tips to reduce your freight costs. Have you thought about them?👇 #logistics #freight #roadfreight #techdrivenlogistics #warehousing #fulfillment

Good News for people in the logistics industry! LOS ANGELES – April 17, 2024 – The Port of Los Angeles handled 743,417 container units in March, a 19% increase over the previous year. It was the eighth consecutive month of year-over-year growth at the nation’s busiest port.   For the first quarter ending March 31, local dockworkers moved 2,380,503 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) across Los Angeles marine terminals––nearly 30% more than 2023. It was among the Port’s best first quarter starts, behind only the pandemic import surge in 2021 and 2022.   “Moving into April and the second quarter, I expect robust cargo flow to continue here,” Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka at today’s media briefing. “A strong job market and continued consumer spending, along with our ability to handle additional volume, will help drive cargo to Los Angeles in the coming months.”   Seroka was joined at the Port’s media briefing by Anne Neuberger, Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Tech. As Deputy Assistant to President Biden, Neuberger advises on matters related to cybersecurity, digital innovation and emerging technologies.   Among other topics, Neuberger shared insights on President Biden’s recent Executive Order to bolster cybersecurity at U.S. ports.   March 2024 loaded imports landed at 379,542 TEUs, up 19% compared to the previous year. Loaded exports came in at 144,718 TEUs, an increase of 47% compared to last year. It was the Port’s best export month since January 2020 and marked 10 consecutive months of year-over-year export gains.   The Port processed 219,158 empty containers, up 7% over 2023.  

Changes in Drayage Regulations 2024 FMC has just introduced a pivotal rule change affecting the shipping industry, particularly concerning demurrage and detention fees. Here's what you need to know: Relief for Drayage Truckers: The new rule prevents drayage truckers from being billed for late fees related to cargo containers' pick-up and return times. This marks a significant shift from previous practices, aiming to alleviate some financial burdens on truckers. Shift of Burden to Shippers: While the rule relieves truckers, it inadvertently places the responsibility for these fees onto the shoulders of shippers. According to the National Industrial Transportation League (NITL), this could lead to increased administrative costs and complexities for shippers, who must now manage these processes and ensure contractual clarity. Concerns and Implications: There's the worry that this shift might reduce truckers' motivation to ensure timely container movements, potentially leading to operational delays. Shippers, especially those not at fault for delays, must carefully navigate their contracts with ocean carriers and trucking companies to avoid unwarranted charges. FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei has emphasized the rule's aim to promote cargo movement and prevent fee abuses. However, the effectiveness of this new approach in improving supply chain fluidity remains to be seen, with industry stakeholders watching closely. The rule underscores the importance of clear contracts and open communication between shippers, carriers, and truckers. As the industry adjusts to these changes, all eyes will be on the long-term impacts on shipping efficiency and cost distribution. Partnership you can count on 🌎 www.clevertransco.com 📞 602-325-8282 📍 3883 N 36th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85019 United States #clevertransco #freightforwarding #supplychain #consolidatefreight #truckload #truckloadstrategy #cargo #logisticssolutions #3PL #freightbrokarage #logisticscompany #transportation #supplychaintransparency #logisticssolutions #logisticsnetwork

Tips and Suggestions on selecting the Best Logistics Provider: If you are tired of the 3 Letter Acronym, Big Box Brokers calling looking to haul your "freight" - this short read is for you. https://lnkd.in/gjDYgg2Q Buchanan Logistics Buchanan Hauling and Rigging, Inc. #Strength #Flexibility #Transportation #Logistics #HeavyHaul

Shippers, are you aligned with the right carrier partners? Carriers, are you collaborating with the right shippers to enhance your operations and profitability? When shippers and carriers negotiate contracts for over-the-road (OTR) transportation, they share common goals: controlling costs, maximizing efficiency, ensuring timely and safe deliveries, and safeguarding against fraud. However, they often approach these objectives from different perspectives. This article explores how understanding each side's priorities, embracing flexibility, and fostering open communication are crucial to building strong shipper-carrier partnerships. #TransportationInsight

When is a Pre-Pull Advantageous? Pre-pulling containers from the port may not always be the right choice as staging, storing and unloading containers takes space and costs money. However, pre-pulls can be used strategically to save costs in certain scenarios, when the free days from carriers and ports are about to end. Pre-pulling containers to an interim storage facility is cheaper than leaving them at the port, until the consignee is able to receive them for unloading. Let’s discuss the 3 best advantages in more detail. 1. Avoiding Demurrage Fees Paying demurrage fees to carriers can be very costly. As port congestion can heavily affect operations, carriers implement various tiers for demurrage charges that start when the container is discharged from the vessel, until it is gated out of the port. Therefore, consignees tend to work closely with freight forwarders or trucking companies, in order to pull the containers out of the port on the last free day. This helps them to avoid potential demurrage fees. 2. Reducing Port Storage Fees Similar to carriers, ports charge cargo owners storage charges for keeping the container at the port for longer than the free days. Port storage charges start once the containers are discharged and end once they gate out of the port. Pre-pulling containers allows the consignee to mitigate or even avoid port storage charges completely, by moving the container out before port storage charges occur. 3. When Consignees Have No Parking Facility Sometimes, the consignee’s use the port as a storage extension of their facility or warehouse. If they are unable to receive and unload cargo, they may ask their nominated trucker to pre-pull containers and hold them in their storage yard for a specific period of time.  This could be due to plant or facility congestion, insufficient loading bays or lack of container parking capacity. Once these issues are alleviated, the consignee requests the trucker to deliver the respective containers. 

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