Gary Frantz

Gary Frantz is a contributing editor for DC Velocity and its sister publication CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly, and a veteran communications executive with more than 30 years of experience in the transportation and logistics industries. He's served as communications director and strategic media relations counselor for companies including XPO Logistics, Con-way, Menlo Logistics, GT Nexus, Circle International Group, and Consolidated Freightways. Gary is currently principal of GNF Communications LLC, a consultancy providing freelance writing, editorial and media strategy services. He's a proud graduate of the Journalism program at California State University–Chico.

Weak demand, light volumes foreshadow continued challenges for truckers

It’s a mixed bag for truckers. Truckload spot rates continue to bounce along the bottom, while contract business is struggling to hold its own. And while Yellow’s bankruptcy boosted the LTL market for a time, last year’s freight recession continues to linger. Are there any green shoots out there?

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Last-mile business, while down from the pandemic peak, sees slow but steady growth ahead

Providers adapt as shippers look to balance the pandemic-driven “get it there now” mentality with a sharper focus on costs—and service alternatives.