Industry Momentum Accelerates with New Badging System to Identify Integrations and Members; Consortium Grows with Collaborator Additions The Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC) today announced the achievement of a landmark milestone — the publication of its Technical Standard for developing scheduling application programming interface (API) for transportation management systems (TMS). Now accessible on the open source…
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Introducing Convoy Just-In-Time: Guaranteed on-time delivery meets unmatched flexibility
Today, we’re excited to roll out Convoy Just-In-Time, our latest truckload freight service that guarantees on-time performance within 15 minutes of the scheduled delivery time. This novel approach to just-in-time delivery provides manufacturers and retailers with the service quality compliance they expect, but with unmatched flexibility to handle fluctuating demand. Convoy’s internal data shows that…
Convoy joins Volvo Autonomous Solutions Reservation Program
Today, we announced a collaboration with Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.), a global leader in autonomous transport solutions, securing autonomous freight capacity for customers once it becomes available on select routes in Texas. Through this partnership, Convoy and V.A.S. aim to drive better efficiency into the supply chain while allowing shippers in Convoy’s network to take…
Convoy Named to CNBC’s Disruptor 50 List for Fifth Consecutive Year
Digital freight network recognized for revolutionizing trucking industry with sustainable and efficient platform. May 9, 2023 — Seattle, WA — Convoy, the leading digital freight network, announced today that it has been named to CNBC’s Disruptor 50 list for the fifth consecutive year. The annual list features private companies that have the potential to change…
The Scheduling Standards Consortium Adds Collaborators and Reveals 2023 Milestones
SEATTLE, WA — The Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC) announced the addition of seven new collaborators to the industry-led effort focused on the development and promotion of an open API standard for scheduling in the logistics and transportation industry. The new collaborators are Arrive Logistics, Blue Yonder, Coyote Logistics, e2open, Echo Global Logistics, One Network Enterprises…
Convoy introduces new Emission Insights Dashboard
Shippers get real-time tracking and reporting of their Scope 3 carbon emissions on Convoy shipments with the new Emission Insights Dashboard.
Introducing Convoy Dedicated On Demand, the most flexible way to dedicate freight
This is dedicated capacity done right. The predictable pricing and service you expect, now with the speed and flexibility you’ve always wanted.
Introducing the next generation of bidding technology: instant bid responses
The next generation of bidding tech is here. Instant bid responses help carriers save time and hassle by providing instant bid feedback.
Convoy, J.B. Hunt, and Uber Freight Join Forces to Tackle Lack of API Standards Across Freight Shipments
New Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC) is formed to establish industry standard that simplifies scheduling and generates industry-wide efficiencies.
Convoy Introduces Hi-Fi Visibility
Convoy Hi-Fi Visibility advances real-time tracking, on-demand insights, and automated trailer monitoring.
Convoy Announces Enhancements to Industry-Leading QuickPay Service
New, same-day Convoy QuickPay option gives every carrier the ability to get paid 99% faster than industry standard on every load.
Convoy Announces Maggie Brady as Head of People
Seattle, WA — June 30, 2022 — Convoy, the nation’s most efficient digital freight network, today announced the appointment of Maggie Brady to its Executive team as Head of People, effective immediately. Maggie will report to Co-founder and CEO Dan Lewis and oversee all aspects of the People and Places teams at Convoy, including recruiting,…
Convoy Expands Partnership with MercuryGate: Freight Brokers Can Now Access Convoy’s Digital Freight Network
Seattle, WA — June 30, 2022 — Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, today announced an expanded partnership with MercuryGate® International, Inc., (MercuryGate), the largest independent Transportation Management System (TMS) provider, to help freight brokers automate the brokerage process, control costs, and access elastic capacity from more than 400,000 connected trucks through the recently…
Convoy Named to CNBC’s Disruptor 50 List for Fourth Consecutive Year
Digital freight network recognized for unique technology-driven efficiencies disrupting the U.S. supply chain Seattle, WA – May 17, 2022 – Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, today announced it was named to the 2022 CNBC Disruptor 50 list for the fourth consecutive year, during an unprecedented period in the Supply Chain history. The CNBC…
Convoy for Brokers Recognized as a World Changing Idea by Fast Company
Seattle, WA – May 3, 2022 – Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, is excited to announce Convoy for Brokers – a new program and technology platform that provides freight brokers with direct access to Convoy’s carrier network and automates the brokerage process, received an honorable mention on Fast Company’s 2022 World Changing Ideas…
Convoy Raises $260 Million to Accelerate Digital Freight Transformation
Seattle, WA — April 21, 2022 — Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, raised $260 million in new funding, comprised of a $160 million Series E preferred equity round led by Baillie Gifford and funds and accounts advised by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., as well as a $100 million venture-debt investment from Hercules…
Convoy Appoints Sonia Jain as Chief Financial Officer
Seattle, WA — April 18, 2022 — Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, today announced that Sonia Jain has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective April 25, 2022. Jain will assume the role from Convoy’s President & Chief Operating Officer, Mark Okerstrom, who has served as acting CFO since December 2020. In this role,…
The Home Depot Awards Convoy 2021 Digital Carrier of the Year
Seattle, WA – March 29, 2022 – Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, was named The Home Depot’s 2021 ‘Digital Carrier Of The Year’. This recognition is presented to a logistics provider that excels in responsiveness and innovation. During an unprecedented period of volatility, Convoy delivered consistent, high-quality service through its elastic network of…
Convoy Named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies List for 2022
Seattle, WA — March 8, 2022 — Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, has been named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2022 in the Logistics category. This year’s list recognizes 528 organizations that are making the biggest impact on their industries and culture as a whole. Convoy…
Convoy Opens Up Digital Freight Network to Truckload Brokerages
USA Truck, AFS Logistics, and other industry-leading freight providers are now posting loads directly to Convoy’s digital freight network, accessing elastic capacity and automating their brokerage process with Convoy technology SEATTLE, WA — November 18, 2021 — Convoy, the nation’s leading digital freight network, today rolled out a new program that provides freight brokers with…
