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CV International Acquires M & S Shipping Ltd.

CV International (CVI), a Norfolk, Va.-based freight forwarder and customs broker, has acquired M & S Shipping, Ltd., a Virginia Beach, Va.-based freight forwarder that also provides refrigerated transportation services.

CV International (CVI), a Norfolk, Va.-based freight forwarder and customs broker, has acquired M & S Shipping, Ltd., a Virginia Beach, Va.-based freight forwarder that also provides refrigerated transportation services.

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General Mills Inc. Acquires Meat Snack Maker EPIC Provisions

The original EPIC meat, fruit, and nut bar — the first of its kind — has created a new snacking category.

General Mills, Inc. has acquired EPIC Provisions, a premium meat snacks company based in Austin, Texas.

Ocean Ports & Carriers

Virginia Port Signs First U.S. Port Trade Agreement With Cuba

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The recently-opened Mariel Port, just west of Havana, aims to become a major shipping center as larger ships pass through the Panama Canal and use it as a logistical hub.

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Feds Sideline Land Air Express In New England Over Violations

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has ordered Land Air Express of New England based in Williston, Vt., to park its trucks due to violations found during vehicle inspections over the past two years.

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Ocean Ports & Carriers

Featured In Food Logistics: Florida Prepared For Perishables

Florida is home to four of the country’s 10 fastest growing ports, and when the Post-Panamax ships start crossing the expanded canal sometime in the spring of 2016, those numbers are only going to rise.

Crowley employees in Guatemala prepare fresh produce for shipment to the United States.

Presidential Politics Threatens Trans Pacific Partnership Pact

From small freight brokers like Portland, Ore.-based Geo. S. Bush & Co. Inc. to global logistics giants like United Parcel Service Inc., supply chain providers are gearing up for a surge in business they believe the historic agreement will bring to Pacific trade.

Spot Truckload Reefer Volume Shows Strength For Week ending Dec. 26

DAT Freight & Analytics

The number of reefer equipment posts declined 32 percent, indicating a reduced work schedule for truckers during the holidays.

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Featured In Food Logistics: U.S. Fleets Post Improved Fuel Economy Using Efficiency Technologies

Depressed fuel prices have been one of the bright spots for fleet operations in 2015. But most industry observers don’t expect diesel prices to remain where they are indefinitely.

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Trucker Teams Help Carriers Meet Surging Online Orders

Retailers and parcel carriers have been turning this season more than ever to teams, in which drivers pair up to keep trucks rolling for hundreds of miles over 20 or more hours a day.

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Norfolk Southern Corp. Rejects Canadian Pacific’s Latest Acquisition Proposal

Norfolk Southern Corp.

Norfolk Southern Corp. has unanimously rejected Canadian Pacific’s proposal to acquire the company for $32.86 in cash.

After a comprehensive review, conducted in consultation with its financial and legal advisors, the Norfolk Southern board concluded that the indication of interest is grossly inadequate, creates substantial regulatory risks and uncertainties that are highly unlikely to be overcome, and is not in the best interest of the Company and its shareholders.

Spot Truckload Van, Reefer Rates Dip In Recent Week

DAT Freight & Analytics

Demand for capacity on the spot truckload market was stable for the week ending Dec. 19, slipping just 1.9 percent compared to the previous week, according to DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards.

Imports Surge At U.S. Ports

Imports through major U.S. ports surged in November as retailers resumed bringing goods into the country after slowing their restocking earlier in the fall.

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