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India-US liners readjust capacity to prepare for tariff-linked volume downturn

Local freight forwarders who spoke with the Journal of Commerce have reported three upcoming blank calls out of West India through the first half of September in anticipation of lower cargo lifts.

Rocky stretch ahead for shippers, carriers in 2026 and beyond

Sentiment heard with greater frequency from within the industry and from financial analysts holds that overcapacity will overwhelm constraints on capacity in a possible multi-year swoon.

US DOT presses states to enforce English-language trucking rules

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy gave California, New Mexico and Washington 30 days to adopt and enforce ELP regulations or lose access to federal safety funding.

Zim signals changes to Med network amid apparent Turkish port ban

The Israeli carrier said it’s taking steps to comply with a purported ban on its ships at Turkish ports as relations between the two countries sour over the war in Gaza.

UP-NS deal would trigger ‘unnecessary wave’ of rail mergers: CPKC

CPKC’s opposition comes just two years after its acquisition of Kansas City Southern Railway was approved by US regulators.

Steel, aluminum tariff expansion ‘unwelcome news’ for transport providers

The scale and scope of the number of products now subject to US steel and aluminum tariffs is likely to affect providers across multiple modes, writes Jason Miller.

Ocean carriers intensify cost-cutting efforts as rates slide on major trades

The unit cost of moving a container has been pushed higher compared with the prevailing pre-pandemic price structure, according to carrier executives, prompting cost-control measures.

Limited mileage range of EVs slowing US drayage adoption

Drayage operators say they want EV trucks because they’re cheaper to operate than conventional trucks but driving ranges limit usage.

Container lines begin shifting China-built ships out of US loops

The Premier Alliance is revamping a trans-Pacific service that would otherwise incur hundreds of millions of dollars in US port fees on Chinese-built vessels.

Highway latest entry in load board sector amid cargo crime rise

The race among providers to provide the dominant and trusted US load board is ramping up and is further fueled by growing concerns about freight theft.

Analysis: Geopolitical disruptions redraw maritime trade

Alexandros Itimoudis

Global container port rankings in the first half of 2025 reveal a shipping industry in flux, as geopolitical disruptions and shifting carrier strategies redraw trade flows across key hubs. China continues to dominate the global stage, with Shanghai, Ningbo-Zhoushan, and Shenzhen leading throughput growth. Shenzhen posted a double-digit increase of 10.8%, while Ningbo-Zhoushan rose 9.9%, […] The post Analysis: Geopolitical disruptions redraw maritime trade appeared first on Container News.

C.H. Robinson unveils AI-powered premium service

Alexandros Itimoudis

C.H. Robinson has launched its Always-on Logistics Planner, a premium service powered by a growing network of AI agents. Designed to ensure continuous execution quality across the shipment lifecycle, the Planner establishes a new benchmark in intelligent logistics where automation and human expertise work seamlessly together to build faster, smarter, and more resilient supply chains. […] The post C.H. Robinson unveils AI-powered premium service appeared first on Container News.

XO and B&Q advance toward net-zero logistics target by 2040

Alexandros Itimoudis

GXO Logistics and B&Q are making strong progress toward their joint ambition of achieving net-zero carbon emissions across B&Q’s logistics operations by 2040. Supporting B&Q’s extensive e-commerce and click-and-collect business with more than 700,000 products available GXO has helped the retailer drive innovation and sustainability, in line with owner Kingfisher’s vision of “Better Homes. Gavin […] The post XO and B&Q advance toward net-zero logistics target by 2040 appeared first on Container News.

Kuehne+Nagel and MTU Maintenance Lease Services open fulfilment centre in China

Alexandros Itimoudis

Kuehne+Nagel has expanded its long-standing partnership with MTU Maintenance Lease Services by launching a new fulfilment centre in Zhuhai, China, dedicated to supporting the coordination and distribution of aero engine parts. The new facility strengthens MLS’ global logistics network and underscores both companies’ commitment to ensuring fast, reliable access to critical aviation components. A subsidiary […] The post Kuehne+Nagel and MTU Maintenance Lease Services open fulfilment centre in China appeared first on Container News.

CBP issues guidance on additional duties for Indian imports

Alexandros Itimoudis

On August 25, 2025, US Customs and Border Protection published a Cargo Systems Messaging Service bulletin providing guidance on the application of additional ad valorem duties on goods imported from India. The measures were imposed under the Executive Order titled “Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation.” According to […] The post CBP issues guidance on additional duties for Indian imports appeared first on Container News.

Reefer report: The 2025 blueberry season: A look at production and trends

The U.S. blueberry picking season typically spans from June to mid-August, with regional variations. Southern states like Florida and Georgia The post Reefer report: The 2025 blueberry season: A look at production and trends appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Dry van report: Positive momentum is welcome, but true recovery remains uncertain

In Q2 2025, the U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index showed the first signs of recovery in the freight market after The post Dry van report: Positive momentum is welcome, but true recovery remains uncertain appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Flatbed report: Commercial vehicle demand continued to show signs of weakness in July

North American commercial vehicle demand continued to soften in July, with Class 5–8 truck orders totaling 26,200 units, a 10% The post Flatbed report: Commercial vehicle demand continued to show signs of weakness in July appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

DAT monthly broker newsletter: DAT + Convoy and what it means for you

From the desk of David Scandlyn, Director of Broker Sales First up, some big news: DAT has acquired the Convoy The post DAT monthly broker newsletter: DAT + Convoy and what it means for you appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

The missing link in freight pricing: Introducing shipper spot rates in DAT iQ

The freight industry operates in a constant state of controlled chaos. Market volatility swings wildly, capacity tightens and loosens without The post The missing link in freight pricing: Introducing shipper spot rates in DAT iQ appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Dry van report: Truckload sector rides inventory wave as small firms power logistics growth

In July 2025, the Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI) registered a reading of 59.2, indicating continued—but moderating—expansion in the logistics sector. The post Dry van report: Truckload sector rides inventory wave as small firms power logistics growth appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Reefer report: The apple picking season is underway in California’s Central Valley

Apples recently topped the USDA’s commodity list, making up roughly 12% of national truckload volume. The main apple-producing states are The post Reefer report: The apple picking season is underway in California’s Central Valley appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Flatbed report: Truckload tonnage slips in June

Trucking activity in the United States slipped in June as the freight market eroded during the last two months of The post Flatbed report: Truckload tonnage slips in June appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

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