Truckload freight volumes increased in August as shippers positioned freight ahead of the fourth quarter. Buoyed by shipments of retail goods and fresh food, the DAT Truckload Volume Index (TVI) increased for van, refrigerated (“reefer”), and flatbed freight compared to July: Van TVI: 241, up 8% from July but down 8% year-over-year (y/y) Reefer TVI:…
The Network Integrity Unit is a specialized team within DAT dedicated to maintaining the integrity of our network. Dedicated employees work around the clock, resolving 100% of network complaints. Their role is crucial – they work tirelessly to prevent fraudulent actors from infiltrating our system, ensuring that your business remains protected. Our team employs advanced…
Despite forecasts of a muted peak season for imports, August container import volumes were surprisingly higher than July. This was surprising because of recent reports of excess inventories that still need to be whittled down. However, TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) volumes were only up 0.6% month-over-month (m/m) and remained down by 14% year-over-year (y/y). To…
Despite apple production numbers in the Pacific Northwest falling slightly compared to last year, growers expect final volumes to be up around 20% y/y by season’s end, according to Ignacio Vidales, sales manager for Salix. After two years of shrinking export volumes, Vidales says some factors should help reverse this trend, including “a bigger crop,…
Futuristic HUD digital graph interface over blurry dark blue background. Concept of stock market and trading. 3d rendering double exposure The blueprint for effective supply chain management (SCM) has evolved. It’s not just about saving money anymore. While financial considerations and budget optimization will always be facets of SCM planning, customer-centric value creation is the…
Steel output in the U.S. in the week ending September 2, 2023, was up by 1.2% compared with the same time frame in 2022, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Year-to-date production through September 2, 2023, was 59,844,000 net tons (NT) at a capability utilization rate of 76.0%. That is down 1.8%…
Truck drivers find their work fulfilling; however, nearly 75% state the job is physically and emotionally stressful, according to a new DAT Freight & Analytics survey. Moreover, few drivers can take care of their well-being and seek support when needed. “As the country wraps up the 2023 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week celebrating the vital…
Cybercrime is an evolving threat, and DAT is ready to lead the industry’s fraud prevention efforts. With over 40 years of experience, DAT understands the industry’s complex challenges. At the heart of this defense is DAT’s Network Integrity Unit, a dedicated team committed to keeping fraudulent actors at bay and safeguarding your business. A legacy…
Systems engineer Tanya Gamaley recently sat down to share her thoughts on DAT Freight & Analytics, her role, and her delicious first job. Why DAT? What did you know about DAT prior to working there? Tanya Gamaley (TG): When I was looking for jobs, what caught my attention was DAT’s long history of bringing together…
Structurally deficient bridges adversely impact all carriers but none more so than flatbed carriers; load securement is critical for flatbeds. “The good news is that states are beginning to employ these new resources to address long-overdue bridge needs,” American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) President & CEO Dave Bauer said. As the end of…