FedEx and UPS will not be major players in the B2C parcel market unless they strategically engage with an e-commerce marketplace, says commentator Satish Jindel.
Mudflap has completed its acquisition of Parade. The deal pairs Mudflap’s location-verified carrier network with Parade’s capacity management platform for brokers, which has facilitated more than $40 billion in total cumulative freight transactions. Mudflap boasts more than 515,000 drivers across over 100,000 verified carriers. The Palo Alto-based fintech company provides fuel discount solutions to carriers […]
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From single-truck operators to mid-sized fleets, carriers across the U.S. are filing for bankruptcy as the freight downturn persists.
The benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges fell for the first time after 12 weeks of increases.
Elevated diesel prices and ongoing yield improvement efforts by less-than-truckload carriers are expected to push rates to new highs in the second quarter.
A weaker March turned out to be a pre-season tuneup as the port of Los Angeles still managed to play up to the back of its baseball card.
Monthly data from Cass Information Systems showed a volume recovery could be in store for an already supply-constrained freight market.
Rob Carpenter breaks down what it was like working with 60 Minutes on their explosive segment about chameleon carriers and the Super Ego network.
California has begun to push warehouses to get in line with its rules on transport refrigerated units.
A rival CEO warned the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, if approved, would give the transcontinental behemoth a commanding 50% share of all U.S. rail freight.
FedEx says it is looking for a new CFO after John Dietrich decided to step down from the position.
Taxpayers won’t be funding automated container handling at two major West Coast ports.
Hong Kong-based Orient Overseas Container Line saw Q1 profits decline on weaker rates despite higher container volumes.
This week in Borderlands Mexico: China automakers gain ground in Mexico as U.S. exports soften; OmniTRAX restarts Central Texas rail line with quarry deal; and China’s Windrose delivers first Class 8 EV in U.S.
WEX, a company with a significant position in the fleet payments business, is facing a proxy battle from an institutional shareholder.
A bullish Evergreen Marine has finalized an order for 11 ultra-large container ships worth $3 billion with two Asia builders.
A day-long hearing at the New York City Council focused on the bill that would drastically impact Amazon’s delivery model.
Amazon continues to invest in faster e-commerce delivery capabilities and is ready to scale up 30-minute drone delivery this year, CEO Andy Jassy said.
CMA CGM and the Ocean Alliance have added a direct container service from China and Asia markets to the Port of Jacksonville.
I interviewed three PMs at project44’s customer event.
A growing disconnect between demand and pricing is emerging across freight markets, Flexport says.
The cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service has suspended pension payments and seeks to raise the price of a First-Class stamp by 4 cents.
project44 execs pitched their product roadmap to a room full of shippers and LSPs.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has allocated a record $131.8 million to the San Pedro Bay port complex, including $70 million for the Port of Los Angeles, to fund harbor maintenance, safety, and other projects.
A dormant short line rail route in southern South Carolina will see its first train traffic in more than a dozen years.
Stolen freight worth $1M recovered by deputies, preventing major cargo theft loss.
LunaPath builds AI agents for logistics execution and orchestration.
Ocean container operations are stable across a global market outside the Middle East amid sharply higher fuel costs and uncertain availability.
The deal builds on more than a year of investment in agentic AI for project44.
If a truck driver wants to save a few bucks by running some of its miles without diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), it’s now going to be possible for that to occur without the prospect of regulatory “enforcement” provided by a DEF sensor slowing down the vehicle. But what are the other consequences if that money-saving […]
The first-ever Boeing 777-200 converted freighters could be flying with cargo airlines later this year after U.S. authorities gave approval to Mammoth Freighters to reengineer the aircraft.
FedEx Freight outlined financial targets and operational initiatives ahead of a June separation from parent FedEx Corp.
Norfolk Southern has been formally granted control of a Virginia port railroad by federal regulators.
A plan to charge ships a toll to cross the Strait of Hormuz could further increase fuel prices; container ships trapped in the Persian Gulf have yet to move after the U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
Commodity rail freight continued to improve from a year ago despite weaker intermodal that dragged down overall traffic.
Two trucks carrying $470K in stolen vehicles were intercepted, but the real risk is how they moved through legitimate freight channels undetected.
International LT trucks powered by PlusAI’s SuperDrive 6.0 are hauling real Ryder freight on the construction-heavy Temple-to-Laredo run. Early results: 100% on-time delivery and 92% autonomous coverage.
Truckstop announced Tuesday it acquired Wize Load and will rebrand it Truckstop Heavy Haul Rates, adding lane-specific pricing to its Heavy Haul Load Board.
President Trump wants to increase federal spending for shipbuilding by 242%, to $65.8 billion, for battleships, submarines and other military vessels, according to documents released by the White House on Tuesday.
The freight market saw capacity and pricing extremes in March unparalleled since the pandemic, according to a monthly query of supply chain executives.
Analysis by the Association of American Railroads revealed that March marked a significant turning point for U.S. freight rail volumes.
The benchmark price used for most fuel surcharges rose for the 12th straight week.
Three former Quickway drivers, seeking class action, said Kroger blocked 3 carriers from hiring them.
FMCSA has launched its earlier announced study on truck parking.
Fuel price hikes and poor weather overhung the first quarter, but supply-side tailwinds along with improving demand could spell the end of earnings degradation for truckload carriers.
The chief executive of the Port of Montreal has departed after just two years on the job, amid soaring cost estimates for a major new container terminal project.
Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz forced tens of thousands of vessel route diversions in the first month of the Iran war, indicating a significant and sustained shift in global shipping, according to visibility platform project44.
A Maryland bill requiring two-person train crews could soon be on the desk of Gov. Wes Moore.
By the time the product was found, it was already positioned to move through resale channels. That’s not a recovery story. It’s a reminder that most losses start long before a load is ever picked up.
Moody’s has increased its debt rating on Ryder, first put on the company during the pandemic.
Under strong pressure from the Teamsters union, UPS has agreed to limit how many drivers it eliminates through an early-retirement program
This week in Borderlands Mexico: Tariff pressure shows up in customs data across North America; Arvato opens Denton logistics hub to support AI, data center growth; and Tramontina opens cookware plant in Mexico to serve Americas.
The Federal Maritime Commission for the second time declined to waive the 30-day waiting period to implement an emergency fuel surcharge Maersk says it urgently needs to recoup rising operating costs.
A key on-dock rail hub at the busiest U.S. port has effectively doubled the terminal’s capacity.
A 5,500-TEU container ship operated by CMA CGM of France marked the first transit by a major ocean line through the Iran-controlled Strait of Hormuz.
Truck transportation jobs reported by BLS are now less than they were at the end of 2017.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio accused China of ‘bullying’ by detaining dozens of Panama-flagged ships at its ports.
Spot rates rose 23.3% and contract rates 5% from March 2025 to February 2026 even as volumes fell sharply. The U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index shows the contract premium compressed to $0.11 per mile.
Two debt ratings agencies have given a vote of confidence in Echo Global Logistics’ recent acquisition of ITS Logistics. Neither Moody’s nor S&P Global Ratings changed their debt rating on Echo Global, which is privately-owned but does have publicly-traded debt. But the outlook on Echo Global from both companies was increased to positive from stable, […]
The NLRB has ordered Amazon to negotiate with a union representing employees at a New York City facility.
Global repercussions of the Iran war are being felt throughout the supply chain, says an analyst, on sharp increases in ocean container rates.
21 Air has ambitious plans to enter the cargo airline big leagues upsizing to Boeing 777 freighter aircraft to capture international business as it undergoes a leadership and investor transition.
Norfolk Southern customer Mercedes-Benz is investing $4 billion in its Tuscaloosa County, Alabama plant by 2030.
Indiana’s new law cracking down on English proficiency for CDL issuance is now in effect.
The Teamsters and Amazon are in agreement on dealing with any walkouts as part of unionization drives.
U.S. cargo airline 21 Air has replaced Tim Strauss with a former Cargojet executive. Cargojet is a Canadian company that holds a minority interest in 21 Air, which is required by law to be run by U.S. citizens.
Winners to be announced at the Freight Fraud Symposium in Cleveland.
President Trump is reportedly considering a U.S. withdrawal from the Iranian conflict without re-opening the Strait of Hormuz.
From the US to the UK to Europe, the pattern is the same. Control shifts early, and by the time it’s noticed, the freight is already gone.
Federal officers intercepted millions in narcotics and contraband hidden in commercial freight shipments in March.
The benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges is now up 11 weeks in a row.
A Union Pacific executive disputed claims by Canadian National that it intentionally understated traffic it would take from rival railroads in its merger application with Norfolk Southern.
A Korean industrial giant will help design a new-generation supply ship for the U.S. Navy.
Redwood Logistics proposed “Logistics Platform as a Service” but followed analyst guidance to reposition as a modern 4PL, earning Visionary status in Gartner’s inaugural 4PL Magic Quadrant.
The ATA won’t receive any legal fee compensation in its tolls battle with Rhode Island.
Autonomous railcar builder Intramotev announced that it has signed a commercial agreement with another major shortline railroad operator.
The Federal Maritime Commission said it is closely monitoring retaliation by China against Panama-flagged ships that could compromise the U.S. supply chain.
A growing list of transportation companies filed for Chapter 11 in March, highlighting continued financial strain across the supply chain.
Real-world examples show how pencil-whipping during inspections drives up CSA scores, triggers more DOT visits and affects everything from insurance premiums to contract wins.
More than 400,000 KitKats were stolen in transit, but the product itself is still traceable. Nestlé’s response shows how even a chocolate bar can carry the signal after the load is gone.
EPA changes its diesel exhaust fluid sensor policy.
This week in Borderlands Mexico: USMCA review to reshape North American supply chains; Amazon to open 116K-square-foot last-mile facility in Beaumont; and Nissan opens internal logistics terminal in Aguascalientes.
The next steps in the Louisiana staged accident scheme were going to be sentencings that are now likely to be delayed.
Hapag-Lloyd’s CEO said that the war in Iran is costing the container carrier $40-$50 million per week for added fuel, insurance and other expenses.
UK TMS provider makes its case to the crowd at the TCA annual meeting.
Hapag-Lloyd said 2025 profits fell sharply and warned of a challenging year for shipping on higher costs and ongoing geopolitical risks.
CMA CGM has deployed the hybrid diesel-wind-powered Neoliner Origin to its trans-Atlantic rotations.
February import volumes fell by double digits at the Port of Oakland as export traffic led cargo activity.
U.S. Postal Service is ready to charge parcel customers a fuel surcharge for the first time in its history because fuel prices are rising faster than it can change its base transportation rate.
If a driver takes a product from point A to point B wholly within a state, never crossing a boundary with another, can that worker be considered an interstate worker? That question made it to the Supreme Court Wednesday, as the two sides in Brock vs. Flowers Foods made their case to the nine justices. […]
UPS will withdraw its buyout offer for drivers in 13 states because the Teamsters contract in that region gives local unions more rights to object to management’s move.
NACFE’s Run on Less report highlights diesel at 11.5 mpg and a Tesla Semi running 460-mile days. Mixed fleets are the practical near-term solution; battery-electric is trucking’s long-term winner.
Freight on U.S. railroads stayed narrowly ahead of year-ago levels as chemicals and grain led carload improvement in the latest week.
As cargo theft grows more sophisticated, real-time, item-level tracking could help shippers detect theft and supply chain breakdowns before freight disappears.
Hub Group said it received a deficiency notice from Nasdaq for failing to timely submit 2025 financial results after discovering an accounting error.
California ports are requesting $1 billion in the fiscal 2027 budget to fund infrastructure, modernization and supply chain readiness across the state’s 11 deep-water hubs.
C.H. Robinson is reducing management headcount through voluntary buyouts, the company said.
Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena said his railroad will have capacity to manage growth from the proposed merger with Norfolk Southern, since UP has slashed the number of trains it operates on its system by 24% since 2019.
The benchmark diesel price used for most fuel surcharges is up for the 10th straight week.
