We hear a lot about how consumers' changing lifestyles and shopping habits are impacting retail supply chains in areas like demand planning and inventory management. Much less is said, however, regarding the impact of these trends at the very end of the supply chain, where professional drivers deliver the last mile.

The aerospace and defense (A&D) industry is experiencing a prolonged surge in growth. Factors include robust demand in new and emerging markets, as well as increased exports of military equipment. Along with these promising new opportunities, however, comes a fresh set of supply-chain challenges.

CaroTrans, a non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator, has launched 11 new, direct less-than-containerload (LCL) import services between China and the U.S.

Preliminary figures for the month of October, show that 47,200 Classes 5-8 vehicle orders were booked, up 14% from September but down 30% compared to the robust net orders in October 2014.