J.B. Hunt Transport Services, of Lowell Arkansas, today announced third-quarter net earnings of $68.7 million and operating revenue of $1.17 billion. In this record Quarter , revenue was up 19% year on year. Intermodal load growth was 15%.

The Eminent Group launches new supply chain forecasting service

The Eminent Group said that its new product – RapidOTM – will enable shippers to take advantage of the powerful Oracle Transportation Management software at a more forgiving price.

An article and interview with Kathy Moore, Eminent CEO – By Patrick Burnson, Executive Editor

Guiding You to the Summit of Success
From the summit of Mount Everest and back to the board room, acclaimed adventurer Jeff Evans inspires audiences worldwide with the lessons he has learned from the trail. Based on his own experiences as a world-class mountain guide, specifically with blind climber Erik Weihenmayer, he draws upon the hidden metaphors in the world of adventure – Leadership, Commitment, Teamwork, and Vision – to bring them to life in the world of business and everyday achievement. In his presentation entitled, Guiding You to the Summit of Success, he will encourage you to look above the mountains of obstacles to see a universe of unlimited possibilities.

Supply Chain Journeys of an Undercover Boss
As chairman and CEO of Chiquita Brands International, Inc., Fernando Aguirre became the first Hispanic CEO to participate in the CBS hit reality television series, Undercover Boss. During his undercover journey, he had the chance to see Chiquita’s international supply chain in action first hand. From his work at the Port of Wilmington in Delaware to his harvesting experience in the fields of Salinas, California, Aguirre experienced the unique challenges that his supply chain employees faced each day. As a result of this experience, he took action to recognize the company’s unsung heroes by implementing new programs that boosted productivity and efficiency. He has also empowered frontline workers to connect their daily activities to Chiquita’s vision of improving world nutrition. Prior to Chiquita, Aguirre worked for more than 23 years in brand management, general management, and turnarounds at Procter and Gamble (P&G). He currently serves on the board of directors for Chiquita Brands International and the Levi Strauss & Company.

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Roadrunner Transportation Systems acquired all of the outstanding stock of The James Brooks Co., a provider of intermodal transportation and related services to the ports of Los Angeles/Long Beach and Oakland.

James Brooks transports primarily fresh produce including citrus, vegetables, fruit and nuts. The purchase price was approximately $7.5 million and was financed with borrowings under Roadrunner’s credit facility.

James Brooks has as many as 70 trucks running, depending on the season. About 80% are owner-operated, Roadrunner said.

During calendar year 2010, James Brooks earned about $12 million in revenues with operating margins in excess of 10%. James Brooks is expected to be accretive for Roadrunner’s balance of 2011 and beyond.

According to Stifel Nicolaus Transportation & Logistics Research Group, Roadrunner will likely continue to grow over the next few years.