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US chassis duties drive out Mexican supplier

GG Trailers’ move to exit the US market follows the International Trade Commission’s June decision to impose a 77% countervailing duty on chassis imported through Mexico.

Maersk sells 25% stake in Rotterdam terminal to Hapag-Lloyd

The ocean carriers said Rotterdam’s heavily automated Maasvlakte II terminal is a key hub for their Gemini Cooperation partnership.

Zim expects strong H2 after locking in second-quarter gains

High rates and strong demand, particularly on the trans-Pacific, are expected to continue through the second half of 2026, the Israeli carrier says, as opposition grows to its takeover by Hapag-Lloyd.

Crippling port delays at Jeddah disrupt project cargo schedules

Ten-day berthing waits at the Red Sea Saudi port and inland trucking congestion have strained cargo movements throughout the Middle East.

FMCSA’s 'Motus' rollout creates headaches for US motor carriers

As a new registration system is rolled out, outdated data may temporarily sideline some carriers, making vetting more difficult for shippers and brokers in a tightening market.

Breakbulk industry warily wades into AI

Trust issues need to be addressed to allow the breakbulk sector to profit from the benefits of AI-enabled processes.

New Orleans mega terminal receives federal approval

The Louisiana International Terminal may start construction later this year after receiving its final permit for the $2 billion project.

German port union launches warning strikes

Verdi has called for about 11,000 port employees to walk off the job tonight in key hubs including Hamburg, Bremerhaven and Wilhelmshaven as wage talks fail.

Energy demand, equipment upgrades give turbine makers second wind in US

Original equipment manufacturers are encountering conflicting market forces stemming from increasing global energy demand alongside the disruption of US wind projects.

Operations at CPKC Bensenville improving after paving-related delays

The project and a simultaneous volume surge reduced capacity at the Chicago-area terminal, although the railroad and its customers differ over how severely the disruption affected container availability.

APM Terminals Elizabeth orders RTG cranes from Konecranes

Alexandros Itimoudis

APM Terminals Elizabeth has signed an agreement with Konecranes for 34 fully electric Rubber-Tired Gantry cranes, with an option for six additional units, as part of a broader modernisation programme at one of North America’s busiest container terminals. The order was booked in the second quarter of 2026, with deliveries to be completed by the […] The post APM Terminals Elizabeth orders RTG cranes from Konecranes appeared first on Container News.

ZIM targets Q4 closing of Hapag-Lloyd acquisition

Antonia Saratsopoulou

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services said its pending acquisition by Hapag-Lloyd is targeted to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, as the companies continue to seek the required regulatory approvals. The update was included in ZIM’s second-quarter results released on 19 August. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including approvals from several regulatory […] The post ZIM targets Q4 closing of Hapag-Lloyd acquisition appeared first on Container News.

“K” Line to begin operations at expanded Kobe container terminal

Antonia Saratsopoulou

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” Line) will begin operations at container terminals PC14-17 at the Port of Kobe on 1 September 2026. The terminals are located on the southern pier of the Port Island Stage 2 area. They form part of the Kobe International Container Terminal (KICT). The move follows preparations that began after an agreement […] The post “K” Line to begin operations at expanded Kobe container terminal appeared first on Container News.

Port of Lázaro Cárdenas advances strategic road infrastructure projects

Alexandros Itimoudis

Lázaro Cárdenas has allocated a total investment of MXN 1.729 billion under its Public Works Investment Plan for 2025 to 2030, aimed at strengthening port logistics and transforming urban mobility for the benefit of the surrounding population. Two strategic road infrastructure projects are currently underway within the city of Lázaro Cárdenas. The first project, the […] The post Port of Lázaro Cárdenas advances strategic road infrastructure projects appeared first on Container News.

Port of San Diego authorises permits for Skycharger electric truck hub

Alexandros Itimoudis

The Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has certified the Environmental Impact Report and authorised the issuance of a Coastal Development Permit for the Tidelands Avenue Electric Truck Hub proposed by Skychargers, marking a significant milestone in the port’s efforts to advance zero-emissions freight infrastructure. T he Board has also authorised staff to […] The post Port of San Diego authorises permits for Skycharger electric truck hub appeared first on Container News.

USDA TruckRate Weekly: West cools, but the 2025 gap won’t close

Reefer national spot linehaul rates paid to carriers averaged $2.63 per mile last week (minus fuel), down 0.2%, or $0.01 per mile, from the prior week. The post USDA TruckRate Weekly: West cools, but the 2025 gap won’t close appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Flatbed Report: A second straight pullback still leaves rates well above last year

Flatbed spot linehaul rates paid to carriers averaged $2.72 per mile last week, minus fuel, down 2.4%, or $0.07 per mile, from the prior week. The post Flatbed Report: A second straight pullback still leaves rates well above last year appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Dry Van Report: Rates cool from the summer peak but stay near the top of the range

Dry van spot linehaul rates paid to carriers averaged $2.25 per mile last week, minus fuel, down 1.3%, or $0.03 per mile, from the prior week. The post Dry Van Report: Rates cool from the summer peak but stay near the top of the range appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

A supply-driven market corrects fast in both directions

Rates cooled after July Fourth, as they usually do. What's different is how fast this market moves when conditions change. The post A supply-driven market corrects fast in both directions appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Reefer Report: Produce comes off the peak, but last year’s floor stays out of reach

The reefer produce market took a broad step back week over week, but off a plateau that still sits far above 2025. The post Reefer Report: Produce comes off the peak, but last year’s floor stays out of reach appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Repricing in real time: The RFP playbook for volatile freight markets

Rates are swinging, fuel costs are unpredictable, and demand is shifting week to week. None of that is new to anyone who prices freight for a living. The post Repricing in real time: The RFP playbook for volatile freight markets appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Flatbed Report: Shippers paid more to move less in Q2

The second-quarter U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index captured a market moving in two directions at once. The post Flatbed Report: Shippers paid more to move less in Q2 appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

Dry Van Report: Capacity stays tight as the July LMI holds near a 4-year high

The July Logistics Managers' Index read 68.9, down 2.2 points from June's 71.1, which had been the fastest overall expansion since March 2022. The post Dry Van Report: Capacity stays tight as the July LMI holds near a 4-year high appeared first on DAT Freight & Analytics - Blog.

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