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1 week ago | freightwaves.com | Grace Sharkey

C.H. Robinson (NASDAQ:CHRW) revealed Wednesday it has executed more than 3 million shipping tasks through its proprietary generative AI agents. “Each additional shipping step we’ve automated beyond those has created new leaps in efficiency for global supply chains and freed our people to do more high-value work for our customers,” said Arun Rajan, chief strategy and innovation officer, in the release. For context, Robinson isn’t new to AI.

2 weeks ago | freightwaves.com | Grace Sharkey

As the Trump administration’s tariff battle against China heats up, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is gearing up for a major enforcement operation. While the political drama surrounding tariff hikes captures the public’s attention, fears of fraudsters exploiting the tariff system are emerging. The surge in tariffs, particularly on Chinese goods, has created an opportune environment for customs fraud.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Grace Sharkey

As the Trump administration’s tariff battle against China heats up, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is gearing up for a major enforcement operation. While the political drama surrounding tariff hikes captures the public’s attention, fears of fraudsters exploiting the tariff system are emerging. The surge in tariffs, particularly on Chinese goods, has created an opportune environment for customs fraud.

2 weeks ago | freightwaves.com | John Kingston |Thomas Wasson |Grace Sharkey |John Gallagher

Commercial Trucking & Fleet Equipment CoverageThroughout the pandemic, the commercial trucking industry struggled with a shortage of drivers. As the effects of the pandemic lessen and more drivers are hired, however, the industry is now facing a shortage of vehicles and other trucking equipment instead. Check back here for news and information related to trucking fleet equipment, plus insights and analysis on trends and issues impacting the trucking industry.

2 weeks ago | freightwaves.com | John Kingston |Grace Sharkey |John Gallagher

Coverage on the Latest Challenges & Problems Affecting the Trucking IndustryTruck drivers play an essential role in the world economy, but life isn’t easy for them. Drivers face a wide variety of issues and challenges that affect both them and the industry as a whole. For example, trucker issues contributed to the driver shortage, as qualified drivers leave the industry because of low pay and difficult working conditions. Other truck driver challenges include issues related to health and wellness.