Commerce Express Weekly Road Map: October 12th, 2021
Keeping you informed on the latest news/insights in our industry.
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Before the pandemic, the issue of hiring and retaining drivers was real, but when the pandemic started, businesses all over the U.S. really started to feel the impact. Dan Forsythe who owns Minnesota Valley Transport, an all-refrigerated transport company based in New Ulm says, “It’s going to get much worse before it gets better,” reported by Fox 9 News . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the truck transportation industry lost 6 percent of its pre-pandemic labor force, which is over one and a half million workers, reported by Fox 9 News.
Trucking Update
First snowstorm of the season is on its way for the Rockies through midweek.
This will primarily be a mountain snow event, with a few snowflakes potentially reaching the lower-lying valleys, reported by Nick Austin Freightwaves Meteorologist. Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Utah, and Colorado are also looking at some snowy weather this week. The National Weather Service is predicting 1 to 2 feet of snow to pile up. Drivers should be aware of the travel conditions as wind gusts will hit 35 to 50 mph in some places paired with blowing snow can produce white out conditions.
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- Some major lanes of concern:
- Interstate 25 from Casper to Buffalo, Wyoming.
• Interstate 70 from Vail to Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
• Interstate 80 in southeastern Wyoming.
• Interstate 90 from Sundance, Wyoming, to Bozeman, Montana.
- Interstate 25 from Casper to Buffalo, Wyoming.
- Some major lanes of concern:
Industry FAQ's
What is drayage service?
Drayage service is a shipping service for shipping entire containers via road, whether that’s rail or trucking. Check out our blog on drayage service to learn more today!
I’m looking into cross-border shipping but I’m not sure what to look for in selecting a carrier?
When selecting a cross-border transport provider it is important to look at their customs experience, what proven security measures they have in place, are they familiar with the best routes to take when moving cargo to an area, and do they provide you with transport options that are a best fit for you? Contact us today and we would be happy to work on any cross-border shipments you may have!
Rail Update
- Norfolk Southern has reopened the Kentucky Intermodal Terminal which will add terminal capacity to the growing Louisville market, Norfolk Southern stated. This terminal will be open only for inbound traffic coming from the Norfolk International Terminals in Virginia and the Portsmouth APM Terminals at the Virginia International Gateway in Norfolk, reported by Freightwaves.
- S. intermodal rail traffic has decreased in September in part of supply chain congestion. U.S. intermodal volumes for September this year were 1.33 million containers and trailers, a 6.7% decline from September 2020. With limited availability of downstream truck and warehouse capacity, keeping intermodal terminals efficient and running smoothly, while at full capacity is not currently happening. All in all, U.S. rail traffic was down by almost 2% year-over-year in September.
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