PRIMO LEADING NEWS
WEEK JANUARY 15TH TO 19TH, 2024
GLOBAL IMPACT
Major Carriers Announce Higher Rates Amid Red Sea Crisis, Triggers Worry Over Empty Container Returns in SoCal
JANUARY 15, 2024
Iran-backed Houthi rebels’ attacks in the Red Sea are causing significant freight price hikes and delivery delays, severely impacting global supply chains. PRIMO’s advanced freight management solutions help navigate these challenges, offering alternative routes and strategies to maintain efficient shipping operations home and abroad. This approach ensures clients face minimal disruptions and maintain cost-effective logistics even while events around the globe undermine local container supply chains.
Mexico, US & Industry
Diesel Pricing Likely to Decline in 2024, Reduce Accessorial Costs for Shippers
JANUARY 16, 2024
Experts predict a decrease in diesel prices in 2024, promising reduced fuel costs for shippers. PRIMO’s cross-border freight services capitalize on these savings, offering enhanced cost efficiency. By integrating these economic benefits into comprehensive logistics solutions, PRIMO ensures that shippers can enjoy more predictable and cost-effective operations, particularly in cross-border trade.
TRUCKING
Everstream Analytics Finds Extreme Weather the Top 2024 Risk for Shippers, Strategic Partners Key to Survival
JANUARY 17, 2024
Everstream Analytics reports that extreme weather events are the biggest risk for supply chains in 2024, leading to significant shipping disruptions. In turn, companies are actively looking for solutions that could reduce risk and offer more flexibility in management, and LTL is the solution. PRIMO’s less-than-truckload services are designed to adapt to these challenges, offering flexible routing and strategic planning. This adaptability ensures that PRIMO’s clients can maintain reliable and efficient transportation, even under challenging weather conditions.
New Survey Highlights How Lost Time Affects Drivers, Advises Shippers Better Manage Appointments
JANUARY 18, 2024
Extended delays at loading docks are causing significant underutilization of truck drivers’ time, leading to inefficiencies in the shipping process. PRIMO tackles this issues with enhanced truck arrival/departure visibility, letting shippers better optimize loading and unloading operations. This focus not only respects drivers’ schedules but also contributes to smoother and more timely delivery processes, benefiting both shippers and carriers.
TECHNOLOGY
Bosch Looks to Hydrogen for a Green Future, PRIMO Supports Eco-Goals
JANUARY 19, 2024
Bosch is focusing on hydrogen technology to drive a greener future in trucking, developing hydrogen fuel cell powertrains and combustion engines. PRIMO supports this shift towards sustainability with its eco-friendly services, including LTL, aligning with the industry’s move towards next-generation logistics. By adopting these advanced technologies, PRIMO is poised to offer more sustainable and efficient transportation solutions, contributing to a greener logistics industry.