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DAT and Convoy reach amicable settlement of pending litigation

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

DAT Freight & Analytics, which operates the DAT One marketplace for spot truckload freight and the DAT iQ analytics service, and Convoy, a leading digital freight network, today announced the amicable settlement of pending legal action between DAT and Convoy:

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  • DAT Freight & Analytics, which operates the DAT One marketplace for spot truckload freight and the DAT iQ analytics service, and Convoy, a leading digital freight network, today announced the amicable settlement of pending legal action between DAT and Convoy:
    “DAT and Convoy have amicably resolved their dispute on confidential terms, including a payment by Convoy to DAT to avoid the uncertainty and expense of continued litigation.
  • Convoy recognizes and appreciates DAT’s significant contributions to the freight industry and both Convoy and DAT are pleased to put this dispute behind them.”

Convoy Joins Volvo Autonomous Solutions Reservation Program

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Convoy , a leading digital freight network, announced today a collaboration with Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.

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  • Convoy , a leading digital freight network, announced today 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.
  • This collaboration underlines the growing interest in autonomous technology as the industry looks for ways to increase freight capacity, improve efficiency and safety,” said Nils Jaeger, President of Volvo Autonomous Solutions.
  • We are excited to partner with Volvo Autonomous Solutions in charting this new course and unlocking the full potential of autonomous trucks.”

Convoy Named to CNBC's Disruptor 50 List for Fifth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Convoy , the leading digital freight network, announced today that it has been named to CNBC's Disruptor 50 list for the fifth consecutive year.

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  • Convoy , the leading digital freight network, announced today that it has been named to CNBC's Disruptor 50 list for the fifth consecutive year.
  • This year’s list includes companies in sectors ranging from fintech and cybersecurity to transportation and healthcare.
  • Convoy has revolutionized the $800 billion trucking industry by providing a digital platform that connects shippers with carriers.
  • “We’re honored to be named a CNBC Disruptor 50 for the fifth year in a row.

The Scheduling Standards Consortium Adds Collaborators and Reveals 2023 Milestones

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Monday, May 1, 2023

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.

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  • 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 Logistics, One Network Enterprises and Oracle.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230501005187/en/
    The SSC was established in late 2022 to address scheduling system and interface fragmentation in the freight industry.
  • One Network Enterprises , the leader in supply chain control towers, real time appointment scheduling, and provider of the Digital Supply Chain Network™.

Convoy Expands Partnership with MercuryGate: Freight Brokers can now Access Convoy’s Digital Freight Network

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Thursday, June 30, 2022

Building upon a multi-year partnership between the two companies, the expanded agreement includes API integrations that give MercuryGates customers access to Convoys nationwide carrier network , along with numerous operational benefits.

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  • Building upon a multi-year partnership between the two companies, the expanded agreement includes API integrations that give MercuryGates customers access to Convoys nationwide carrier network , along with numerous operational benefits.
  • In the coming months, freight brokers will be able to seamlessly post loads to Convoys marketplace through MercuryGate to quickly view competitive bids and secure capacity.
  • We are excited to expand our partnership with Convoy and provide our freight brokerage customers more tools to gain a competitive edge.
  • Launched in November 2021, Convoy for Brokers is part of the companys commitment to building a future of freight based on collaboration and transparency.

Convoy Releases 2021 Corporate Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Convoy , the nations most efficient digital freight network, today released the companys second annual corporate sustainability report, titled Ship Responsibly.

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  • Convoy , the nations most efficient digital freight network, today released the companys second annual corporate sustainability report, titled Ship Responsibly.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220628005489/en/
    Convoy Releases 2021 Corporate Sustainability Report (Photo: Business Wire)
    The 2021 report summarizes key metrics on the companys environmental impact, including how Convoy is helping its customers achieve their sustainability goals while improving the lives of truck drivers.
  • At Convoy, we believe reducing carbon emissions in the freight industry is a critical step in addressing climate change today, said Jennifer Wong, Head of Sustainability at Convoy.
  • Fortune 500 shippers like Anheuser-Busch, Procter & Gamble, Niagara, and Unilever trust Convoy to lower costs, increase logistics efficiency, and achieve environmental sustainability targets.

Convoy Named to CNBC’s Disruptor 50 List for Fourth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Convoy , the nations 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.

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  • Convoy , the nations 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 Disruptor 50 is an annual roundup of the country's most ambitious and innovative companies changing the economy and overall business landscape.
  • This year Convoy breaks the top ten, ranking at #6 on the list of breakthrough companies.
  • The world is looking for supply chain innovation and reduced waste, and the trajectory of our business shows this, said Convoy CEO and Co-Founder Dan Lewis.

Convoy Named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies List for 2022

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Convoy , the nations leading digital freight network, has been named to Fast Companys annual list of the Worlds Most Innovative Companies for 2022 in the Logistics category .

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  • Convoy , the nations leading digital freight network, has been named to Fast Companys annual list of the Worlds Most Innovative Companies for 2022 in the Logistics category .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220308005811/en/
    Convoy Named to Fast Company's 2022 List of the World's Most Innovative Companies (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Convoy was recognized for advancements in 2021 to its technology-driven drop-and-hook service, Convoy Go.
  • Were humbled to be named to the list of the Worlds Most Innovative Companies for 2022.
  • The Worlds Most Innovative Companies is Fast Companys signature franchise and one of its most highly anticipated editorial efforts of the year.

Convoy Opens Up Digital Freight Network to Truckload Brokerages

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

Convoy , the nations leading digital freight network, today rolled out a new program that provides freight brokers with direct access to Convoys network of owner-operators and small carriers, numbering more than 300,000 trucks.

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  • Convoy , the nations leading digital freight network, today rolled out a new program that provides freight brokers with direct access to Convoys network of owner-operators and small carriers, numbering more than 300,000 trucks.
  • With todays announcement, Convoy is opening up its digital freight network, enabling brokers to access its fleet of carriers and improve productivity through brokerage automation.
  • Convoy for Brokers complements our existing truckload offeringits helped us support additional growth in our load volume and increase the productivity of our team by making it easier to access trucks through Convoys digital freight network.
  • The only way to achieve that mission is by partnering with other freight companies and sharing the benefits of a digital freight network, said Dan Lewis, Convoy Co-founder and CEO.

Convoy Joins The United Nations Global Compact

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Thursday, September 16, 2021

Convoy , the nations most efficient digital freight network, announced today that it has joined the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, as a participant.

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  • Convoy , the nations most efficient digital freight network, announced today that it has joined the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, as a participant.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210916005791/en/
    Convoy Joins the United Nations Global Compact (Graphic: Business Wire)
    The UN Global Compact is a call to companies to align their operations and strategies with ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption, and to take action in support of UN goals and issues embodied in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) .
  • At Convoy, our mission is to transport the world with endless capacity and zero waste, said Dan Lewis, Convoy CEO and Co-Founder.
  • The UN Global Compact and collaborative projects like the Sustainable Development Goals align with this, and were committed to supporting them.