by - July 29, 2016 10:17 am
ArcBest 2Q Profit Tumbles
The Fort Smith holding company said an inconsistent economy and a carrier surplus contributed to a 49 percent decrease in second-quarter earnings.
Tag: Transportation
by - July 27, 2016 4:21 pm
P.A.M. 2Q Earnings Fall 43 Percent
P.A.M. Transportation Services Inc. said Wednesday that increasing operating and growth costs led to a 43 percent decrease in second-quarter earnings.
by - July 18, 2016 10:27 am
Higher Costs Cut Into J.B. Hunt’s 2Q Profit
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. attributed second-quarter profit of $105 million to steady growth and higher volumes in its four segments, but cost increases dampened the positive earnings report.
by - July 18, 2016 12:00 am
Industry Veteran Now On Fourth Logistics Startup
Eric Wolfe is president of Watco Supply Chain Services in Springdale.
by - July 14, 2016 8:39 am
USA Truck Subsidiary Hires, Promotes Staff
USAT Logistics, a division of USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren, recently announced staff changes amid a rebranding effort and planned expansion.
by - July 4, 2016 12:00 am
Big Three Exceed Expectations So Far in 2016
Analysts skeptical whether trend will continue through the end of the year.
by - July 4, 2016 12:00 am
Arkansas Native Now a Trucking Exec in Dallas
Stephens native Adam Arrington was immersed in the freight industry from an early age.
by - July 4, 2016 12:00 am
Carriers Make G75 Green Partner List
ABF Freight Systems Inc. and J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. were chosen based on measurable green results, sustainability innovation, continuous improvement and industry recognition.
by - June 20, 2016 12:00 am
Food-Ordering App Launched at XNA
The Grab mobile app allows travelers to make pre-paid orders at Auntie Annes, Smokewood American Grill and Core Brewing Co.
by - May 25, 2016 10:43 am
Former USA Truck CFO to Receive $630,000 in Separation Agreement
USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren disclosed Tuesday it is paying more than $630,000 to former executive vice president and chief financial officer Michael Borrows.
by - May 24, 2016 4:31 pm
Truck Tonnage Up 2 Percent From April 2015
Seasonally-adjusted for-hire truck tonnage increased 2 percent in April compared to the same month last year.
by - May 24, 2016 9:55 am
Car-Mart Shares Fall on Dip in 4Q Profit
The Bentonville-based used-car dealer reported a 53.7 percent decrease in fourth-quarter earnings, and missed analysts average earnings estimates by 10 cents.
by - May 23, 2016 12:00 am
J.B. Hunt Donates $5 Million to Support Hospital Construction
The Northwest Arkansas branch of Arkansas Childrens Hospital is a 233,000-SF campus scheduled to open in January 2018.
by - May 5, 2016 1:00 pm
USA Truck Takes $1.8M Loss
USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren reported a first-quarter loss of $1.8 million and a $.19 drop per share.
by - April 26, 2016 10:44 am
J.B. Hunt to Study Anti-Discrimination Policy
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. will appoint a task force to study the impact of changing its equal employment opportunity policy after shareholders voted to amend the policy.
by - April 25, 2016 2:58 pm
Scott Hembree, Global Dental Technologies CEO, Dies at 55
Scott Hembree died Saturday in Rogers from complications due to diabetes. He was the son of the late H.L. Hembree III, a prominent Fort Smith business leader who was chairman and CEO of Arkansas Best Corp. (now ArcBest Corp.) from 1973 to 1988.
by - April 25, 2016 12:00 am
Fortunate Funding
Northwest Arkansas is in the midst of $415 million in transportation improvements that will bring the area 15 more miles of highways and widen 17 miles of I-49 to six lanes.
by - April 25, 2016 12:00 am
J.B. Hunt Buys 4,000 Trailers with New Rear Safety Design
The companys $120 million investment supports its emphasis on safety.
by - April 25, 2016 12:00 am
Youve Got To Participate (OPINION)
Administrators at the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport do an incredible job showing airlines theres great value in expanding in our region.
by - April 25, 2016 12:00 am
Robot May Deliver Goods On UA Campus This Fall
A team at the University of Arkansas is working with Starship Technologies to test the robot, with hopes that Wal-Mart Stores Inc. will use it for deliveries on campus.