The Port of Long Beach recorded one of its busiest months on record in August as U.S. retailers moved aggressively to take advantage of a temporary suspension of tariffs on Chinese imports. The Southern California hub, part of the San Pedro Bay complex alongside Los Angeles, processed 901,846 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) during the month. […]
The retail landscape is shifting again, with one of the nation’s largest chains accelerating its push into next-day delivery. By the end of October, the company plans to extend next-day parcel coverage to 35 of the 60 largest U.S. metropolitan areas, placing more than half of American households—roughly 54%—within reach of faster fulfillment. That’s a […]
Turkish Cargo has launched a new product tailored to the aviation industry, designed to handle the transport of critical spare parts and large, sensitive aircraft components. The new service, branded TK Aero, is divided into two tiers: TK Aero Spare and TK Aero Advanced. The offering aims to support both day-to-day spare part needs as […]
TEU volumes projected to slide 3.4% in 2025 despite strong summer peak U.S. retailers are warning of a slowdown in import cargo volumes through the remainder of 2025, as rising tariffs and persistent trade policy uncertainty cut into demand and complicate supply chain planning. According to the National Retail Federation’s Global Port Tracker, U.S. container […]
China’s major seaports are demonstrating resilience despite a turbulent trading environment marked by tariffs, shifting supply chains, and geopolitical pressures. Recent data shows that cargo volumes, capital investment, and automation initiatives continue to expand, reinforcing China’s role as a cornerstone of global trade. Trade PerformanceAccording to official customs data, the value of China’s foreign trade […]
Container shipping rates on Asia–U.S. trade lanes shifted downward after weeks of steady gains, as carriers adjusted fleets and schedules in response to upcoming U.S. port fees and broader trade uncertainty. As of September 11, average spot rates stood at $2,322 per forty-foot equivalent unit (FEU) from the Far East to the U.S. West Coast, […]
San Francisco-based startup Augment has secured $85 million in fresh funding, bringing its total raised to $110 million in under half a year. The Series A round, led by Redpoint Ventures with participation from several logistics- and tech-focused investors, underscores how rapidly artificial intelligence is moving into the freight and supply chain sector. The company’s […]
Artificial intelligence continues to gain traction across logistics, with two recent funding rounds underscoring the technology’s growing role in freight decision-making and automation. Startups focused on workflow optimization and digital coordination have collectively raised $129 million, signaling strong investor confidence that AI solutions will reshape the way shippers, brokers, and carriers manage operations. One firm […]
Ground staff strikes at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport forced KLM to cancel more than 100 flights on Wednesday, disrupting both passenger travel and cargo shipments. The two-hour work stoppage, staged between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m., highlighted unresolved labor disputes that could escalate further with a longer strike already planned for next week. The airline confirmed […]
U.S. importers are facing increased scrutiny from Customs and Border Protection (CBP), as trade attorneys report a noticeable rise in the issuance of CF-28 forms—official requests for additional information about entry filings. The trend, discussed during a series of industry webinars this week, highlights CBP’s growing focus on compliance with duty collection and trade regulations. […]
