Fleet Management

U.S. transportation M&A activity remains steady in 2026, driven by structural advantages, fuel cost benefits, and nearshoring trends, contrasting with softer global markets, according to a new report from PMCF Investment. Public sector gains and valuation expansions highlight sector resilience amid rising freight rates and consumer spending.

Fleet Management

Report: U.S. transportation and logistics M&A stabilizes

Second-quarter data from PMCF Investment shows steady domestic transaction volumes, rising spot rates, and broader public gains across the sector.

Aug. 31, 2026

Bertschi Group conducted a pioneering trial by deploying ISO tank containers on the ice-class PanStar Acro vessel via the Northern Sea Route, aiming to shorten Asia-Europe transit times and enhance supply chain resilience amid disruptions.

Bertschi tests arctic route for chemical logistics

Aug. 31, 2026

CSX's 32nd annual Chemical Safety Excellence Awards honored 55 shippers for transporting hazardous materials safely in 2025, highlighting their commitment to safety and community protection.

Top hazmat shippers earn CSX rail safety honors

Aug. 28, 2026

Sage Mfg., the parent company of Sage Oil Vac, Amarillo Tanks, and Amarillo Upfitters, launches a $21 million facility in Amarillo, Texas, marking a significant growth phase and diversification in industrial manufacturing.

Sage Oil Vac launches new parent alongside $21M investment

Aug. 28, 2026

U.S. trailer orders defied typical summer lulls in July, posting big year-over-year gains behind earlier-than-usual 2027 order board openings, improving freight rates, and looming trade-related cost pressures.

Cargo Tanks/Trailers

Reports: US trailer orders buck summer lull

Aug. 27, 2026

Liquid Bulk Services’ Greg Ballard, at left, Ashton Ballard, center, and Matt Clement are steadily growing the company into a premier destination for cargo tank maintenance and repair services in St. Gabriel, Louisiana.

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Welding the future: LBS expands essential tank services

Aug. 27, 2026

The expert team at Liquid Bulk Services keeps essential chemical tank fleets rolling safely from sunrise to sunset. Step inside their 2-acre St. Gabriel, Louisiana, location to see how this dynamic family-owned shop tackles everything from routine maintenance to heavy barrel overhauls.

Gallery: Inside the evolving LBS operation

Aug. 27, 2026

The Samsara Fuel Command Center is a unified platform that consolidates fuel management, offers intelligent stop recommendations, and enhances fraud prevention, helping fleets reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Samsara launches Fuel Command Center to slash fleet costs

Aug. 26, 2026

Motive Maintenance health insights combine defects identified in inspections and service schedules with vehicle and asset availability so teams know what needs attention.

Motive introduces AI-powered maintenance tracking

Aug. 26, 2026

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