10 Dec
Amazon recently opened its most automated warehouse to date, a 3-million-square-foot facility in Shreveport, Louisiana. This new site integrates advanced robotics and artificial intelligence into every step of the fulfillment
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09 Dec
As 2024 draws to a close, the global freight industry is grappling with rising rates, geopolitical tensions, and operational disruptions. Despite a year of record-breaking container trade, volumes dipped in
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05 Dec
The airfreight industry faces a complex landscape as 2025 approaches, with key challenges driven by geopolitical events and shifting trade dynamics. While the Red Sea crisis initially boosted airfreight demand,
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04 Dec
The US less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping sector is gearing up for significant pricing shifts in 2025, well in advance of anticipated increases in freight volumes. Recent announcements from leading carriers suggest
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03 Dec
The year 2024 brought significant challenges for non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOs), as ocean carriers tightened contract terms and placed greater emphasis on spot cargo. These changes have introduced new complexities
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02 Dec
In today’s dynamic logistics environment, finding the right shipping solutions can significantly enhance efficiency, cut costs, and align with sustainability goals. Intermodal shipping—combining multiple transportation modes like rail and truck—is
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27 Nov
US less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers are positioning themselves for higher pricing in 2025, with general rate increases (GRIs) already announced for non-contract business. These rate adjustments, ranging from the mid- to
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27 Nov
After navigating a three-day port strike along the East and Gulf Coasts in October, US retailers are preparing for a new wave of challenges, including potential labor disruptions and higher
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26 Nov
The trucking industry is undergoing significant changes, driven by shifting market dynamics, geopolitical influences, and evolving consumer demands. As the freight recession concludes, the industry is poised for recovery and
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