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Over 1,300 layoffs hit logistics companies across US

Layoffs continue across the freight and logistics industry, with companies in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan and Texas announcing job reductions and facility closures over the past two weeks.

Universal Logistics

Warren, Michigian-based Universal Logistics is permanently shuttering two of its subsidiaries and laying off a total of 677 employees, according to notices recently filed with the state.

The layoffs are related to Universal-operated entities Logistics Insights Corp. and Universal...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/over-1300-layoffs-hit-logistics-companies-across-us

70-year-old California trucking company, freight brokerage closes abruptly

A 70-year-old California-based less-than-truckload carrier ceased operations Thursday, leaving over 170 truck drivers, warehouse workers and office personnel without jobs, paychecks and paid time off (PTO).

The formerly family-owned company, Tony’s Express, headquartered in Fontana, had 87 drivers and 42 power units at the time of its closure, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s SAFER website. The company also had around 10 linehaul drivers, who were owner-operators.

Joh...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/70-year-old-california-trucking-company-freight-brokerage-closes-abruptly

Flock reports layoffs, path to profitability

Friday marked a turn of events for Flock Freight, a provider of shared truckload solutions, as the company decided to reduce its workforce by 54 individuals. The company last reported layoffs in April of 2023. 

This strategic move was aimed at recalibrating the company’s trajectory towards profitability. The positions affected were primarily back office roles, focusing on enhancing automation for Flock’s operational efficiencies.

“The people supporting our customers and carriers and those...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flock-reports-layoffs-path-to-profitability

Amazon Air to close Texas facility, terminating 65 workers

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Amazon Air is closing its air cargo operation in San Antonio, which will result in 65 contract...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/amazon-air-to-close-texas-facility-terminating-65-workers

Vroom laying off 515 workers in Texas, part of nationwide restructuring

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Online used vehicle dealer Vroom announced it is laying off 515 workers in the Houston area and...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/vroom-laying-off-515-workers-in-texas-part-of-nationwide-restructuring

UPS to cut 12,000 jobs, may sell Coyote brokerage unit

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UPS Inc. said Tuesday that it will explore strategic alternatives for its struggling truckload...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ups-to-cut-12000-jobs-may-sell-coyote-brokerage-unit

Flexport plans to lay off 20% of workforce, say insiders

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Global supply chain solutions provider Flexport may be contemplating another round of layoffs in the...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexport-plans-to-lay-off-20-of-workforce-say-insiders

Car carrier WWL Vehicle Services Americas laying off 63 Houston workers

WWL Vehicle Services Americas is permanently closing a Houston logistics operation and laying off dozens of employees, according to a filing with the Texas Workforce Commission.

WWL Vehicle Services Americas is a subsidiary of global shipping and logistics giant Wallenius Wilhelmsen. The Norwegian company specializes in receiving new cars shipped from overseas and preparing them for distribution throughout the U.S. 

The layoffs will begin March 14 at the facility at 131 East Loop North and be...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/car-carrier-wwl-vehicle-services-americas-laying-off-63-houston-workers

Cargo airline Amerijet in distress sale, terminates 6 aircraft leases

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Amerijet, a midtier cargo airline based in Miami, said Wednesday it is returning six freighters to...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cargo-airline-amerijet-in-distress-sale-terminates-6-aircraft-leases

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