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Tennessee-based US Multimodal Group acquires Overland Express

USMMG, based out of Franklin, Tennessee, is a privately held, asset-based provider of transportation and logistics services.

September 6, 2023

Overland Express headquarters

These are busy times for mergers and acquisitions with even more to come

"I think that folks are using this interesting time and environment to help diversify and spread risk across multiple different customers, multiple different industry categories."

August 25, 2023

Tractor-trailer on highway

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Trimac acquires Doyle Sims & Sons Trucking; its 4th acquisition this year

“In acquiring Doyle Sims & Sons Trucking Inc., we are not just adding another company to our portfolio, we are integrating three-quarters of a century's worth of experience, knowledge, and legacy into the Trimac family."

August 24, 2023

Doyle Sims & Sons pneumatic trailer and truck

Old Dominion Freight Line offers $1.5 billion for Yellow's 169 terminals

In its bankruptcy filing, Yellow is said to have had $2.15 billion in assets, and $2.59 billion in liabilities.

August 21, 2023

Old Dominion Freight Line tractor-trailer

OnLine Transport continues acquisitions; buys A/T Transportation

"We are combining two award-winning fleets to provide world-class service and capacity to our shipper partners ..."

August 16, 2023

OnLine Transport tractor-trailer

Forward Air advances growth strategy in merger with Omni Logistics

“The combination of Omni with Forward creates a company positioned to achieve the full potential of our LTL business ..."

August 14, 2023

Forward Aire tractor-trailer on highway

Union criticizes Yellow's bankruptcy; cites 'corporate incompetence'

"This is a reminder of why workers’ ability to organize and collectively bargain is so crucial to protecting and creating good jobs in America.”

August 8, 2023

Yellow files Chapter 11 bankruptcy; places blame on Teamsters union

“It is with profound disappointment that Yellow announces that it is closing after nearly 100 years in business."

August 7, 2023

Line of Yellow tractor-trailers

Schneider acquires Massachusetts dedicated carrier M&M Transport

“Both companies have a successful history of dedicated operational excellence, a reputation for superior customer service and a common foundation of core values."

August 1, 2023

M&M Transport trucks

MEI Rigging & Crating acquires Pro-Pac Int'L & J&J Machinery Transport

"We are proud to welcome Pro-Pac and J&J to the MEI family, Their breadth of service offerings, depth of industry knowledge and outstanding regional reputation are a perfect strategic fit for MEI."

July 27, 2023

Three Pro-Pac tractor-trailers

P&S Transportation acquires Florida-based specialized carrier Rinaudo

“Rinaudo brings highly skilled drivers, an established leadership team, and long-tenured customer relationships to the PS Logistics family."

July 25, 2023

Tractor-trailer carrying large truck

Trimac Transportation acquires Alberta's Jacknife Oilfield Services

July 24, 2023

Jacknife Oilfield Services tractor-trailer

Estes Express Lines opens new terminal in New Orleans

The terminal features 76 doors, 32,515 square feet of dock space, and 3,200 square feet of office space.

July 21, 2023

Estes truck 'cutting' the ribbon at the company's new terminal in New Orleans

Knight-Swift closes on $808 million purchase of U.S. Xpress

"As we have engaged with more of the U.S. Xpress organization since the announcement, we have even more confidence that our combined efforts will lead to achievement of the profitability targets we communicated."

July 6, 2023

Knight and Swift logos

Trucking firms named to Newsweek's list of Most Trustworthy Companies

A total of 13 carriers made the list of 700 U.S. companies.

June 29, 2023

UPS tractor-trailer on highway

Pennsylvania carrier breaks ground for new terminal in Laredo, Texas

PGT Trucking moves more than 4,000 cross-border loads annually.

May 11, 2023

PGT Trucking groundbreaking

Illinois-based GP Transco receives Top Workplace recognitions

Based in Joliet, Illinois, GP Transco has over 500 trucks and over 700 trailers.

May 2, 2023

GP Transco trucks

Covenant opens new driver dormitory and renovated training facility

"This building demonstrates Covenant’s total dedication to its loyal driving team, who deliver each and every day for our company and our customers."

April 25, 2023

New facility at Covenant

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Close-up of weathered truck brake drum and caliper assembly showing rust and mechanical wear

2,134 U.S. vehicles placed out of service during Brake Safety Week

Last year, during Brake Safety Week, a total of 2,296 vehicles were placed out of service, including 2,035 in the U.S.

Five men holding a $50,000 check stand in front of a Pilot Flying J semi-truck during an outdoor promotional event

Road Warrior: Army veteran and steel hauler, wins custom KW & $50,000

CargoNet Q3 2026 Supply Chain Risk Trends report showing 547 theft incidents, top targeted states, and $230M estimated loss value

Cargo theft update: fewer incidents but value of stolen goods up sharply

Three professional men in business attire standing together in front of commemorative bronze plaques on a wall.

ATHS adds 3 trucking pioneers to its Industry Leader Hall of Fame

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