Since the new 1,400-foot berth Leatherman Terminal opened in April 2021, much larger container vessels have been calling on the Port of Charleston, South Carolina. Additional capacity has also resulted in more volume through the port. If we look closely at the number of TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) imported before the new terminal and after,…
The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and with it comes a new wave of cyber threats. Like industries around the globe, DAT is no stranger to the uptick in cyber crime. DAT’s Network Integrity Unit (NIU) has partnered with the FBI to help end fraud such as double brokering or phishing attacks on DAT’s network. …
From the spectacular mountains of the Pacific Northwest to the myriad rock formations in New Mexico, truckers see some of the most impressive sights in America. Topping some lists of cool places to go is “The Caves” in Springfield, Missouri. Formally known as the Springfield Underground, an Erlen Group Company, is an underground industrial park…
Lower oil prices generally help truckload carriers through lower diesel costs, but they also point to lower truckload freight volumes directly related to drilling activities. Flatbed carriers in large freight markets like Texas have benefited substantially from higher drill pipe and casing demand, particularly in recent years. More drilling rigs translated into more freight volumes…
The United States ranks 7th in worldwide watermelon production, with Florida, Georgia, Texas, and California leading domestic production. Watermelon is grown in warm places, from Florida to Guatemala, making it available throughout the year in the U.S., with a typical season spanning April to September, with shipping volumes peaking in June – right around the…