Check Call: Cross-border volumes surge ahead of possible tariffs
In this edition: Cross-border volumes between the U.S. and Mexico surge and the weekly shipper report.
Biweekly news and analysis for 3PLs and freight brokers. Putting the industry we know and, sometimes love, under a microscope.
In this edition: Cross-border volumes between the U.S. and Mexico surge and the weekly shipper report.
In this edition: breaking down the new deadline for tariffs and expansion into Mexico.
In this edition: Breaking down Denim’s Shipper Pulse report and Carrier Source’s weekly shipper report.
In this edition: The Go-Giver book review and cyberattacks hit again.
In this edition: Breaking down the annual NTT Data study and Mexico becomes top trading partner again.
In this edition: Key findings from the CSCMP State of Logistics report, and a new cross-border load board hits the scene.
In this edition: Senate considers 2 bills to combat freight fraud; Zillow for warehousing.
In this edition: Book chronicles author’s journey with range of carriers; the latest tech sale
In this edition: The Trellix cyberreport, and DAT gets a makeover
In this edition: Breaking down the TIA fraud report, and tariffs between the U.S. and China take a break.
In this edition: A look at an update to the original management and leadership book, and CVSA’s Roadcheck comes next week.
In this edition: Getting into the benefits of a bonded warehouse, and cross-border doesn’t seem to slow down.
In this edition: Changes coming for low-value shipments, and Hispanic brands see massive market upswing.
In this edition: The fight against freight fraud steps up and why a water fight can affect the supply chain.
In this edition: Breaking down what to expect for earnings season and APM Terminals makes big moves at the Panama Canal.
In this edition: Planning for possibly significant supply chain disruption with tariffs on 15 countries, and manufacturers are getting creative with ways to mitigate the impacts of tariffs.
In this edition: A book review for “Sell With a Story,” and FedEx freight moves spinoff forward
In this edition: What the “DHL Trade Atlas 2025” report forecasts, and the unofficial start to produce season has arrived.
In this edition: A new lawsuit over broker transparency and warehousing space comes at a premium.
In this edition: Breaking down the impact of tariffs on U.S. supply chains and a new project44 and SONAR partnership.
In this edition: Reviewing ‘Never Split the Difference’ and Amazon maybe tries to break into the LTL game.
In this edition: The FMCSA’s proposed broker transparency rule gets an extra comment period, and The Playbook arrives at FreightWaves.
In this edition: Quarterly earnings echo the pain everyone feels, and metal tariffs hit.
In this edition: Helping shippers prepare for impending tariffs and some restored service post-Hurricane Helene
In this edition: Still waiting on possible tariff implications, and Lunar New Year creates delays.
In this edition: The book review of ‘No Rules Rules’ and the final day for the broker transparency rule.
In this edition: Breaking down the DHL Express survey, and the broker liability battle stays in the lower courts
In this edition: The FMCSA broker transparency rule comment period is almost up, and Mexico gets bushels of corn.
In this edition: Predictions for 2025, and import fees rise for Asia in Mexico.
In this edition: Returns season is around the corner and the logistics of Christmas trees.
In this edition: Looking back at the 2023 predictions for 2024, and freight broker tries for the Supreme Court again.
In this edition: the logistics behind the Rockefeller Center tree lighting, and consumer predictions for peak season are locked in.
In this edition: breaking down the FMCSA’s proposed rule on broker transparency and changes again at Roadrunner.
In this edition: Overhaul published Q3 cargo numbers, and layoffs come for the logistics sector.
In this edition: The end of the freight recession has come, and the U.S./Mexico border gets busier.
In this edition: Breaking down the biggest day every four years, and another strike has it feeling like Groundhog Day.
In this edition: Breaking down how scary freight makes its way to consumers, and the Savannah port rises to the top.
In this edition: Breaking down talent research findings, and the Port of LA looks to set a new record.
In this edition: TIA releases its ‘State of Fraud’ report and Forward Air remains chaotic.
In this edition: East and Gulf Coast port workers on strike and everyone bands together to help with disaster cleanup.
In this edition: Breaking down a white paper that highlights inefficient supply chains; a new cross-border load board.
In this edition: Big strike issues lie ahead, and it’s Truck Driver Appreciation Week!
In this edition: Q4 could get messy for importers, and Aifleet completes Series B round of funding.
In this edition: The TIA’s report has positive findings, and Jack Cooper is back in the limelight.
In this edition: Rail issues and cargo theft plague Canada and Mexico, and the Panama Canal looks for a drought solution.
In this edition: Private fleets are rising in popularity, and the Canadian rail strike looms.
In this edition: Complications mount with cross-border freight, and the FMCSA wants input on guidance.
In this edition: The Inbound Logistics annual survey results have been released, and Werner celebrates 25 years in Mexico.
In this edition: Breaking down the most recent Armstrong & Associates study and the FMCSA hits a snag.
In this edition: Ransom freight is on the rise and TQL has a victory in court.
In this edition: Warehouse study outlines key challenges; Hurricane Beryl makes landfall; and Werner is back on the union front.
In this edition: Fireworks’ biggest day and another fallen trucking company.
In this edition: Coyote finds another home, and another firm closes its doors.
In this edition: Breaking down the new FMCSA fee increase and a big freight payment partnership.
In this edition: The rise of logistics companies looking to go public and the evolution of Denim.
In this edition: The 2024 3PL study findings are out, and Convoy’s legacy lives on.
In this edition: Hurricane season is anticipated to be one for the books this year, and cross-border heats up in Texas.
In this edition: Cross-border is here to stay and the cleanup for the Port of Baltimore.
In this edition: International Roadcheck is here, and Mexico comes out a winner again.
In this edition: First-quarter earnings hit some harder than others, and Cargado had a successful seed round of funding.
In this edition: The dream that may or may not come true under the FTC’s new rule, and TFI International wants heavier freight.
In this edition: Large brokerages take sizable hits, and an unlikely partnership could redeem a fast-fashion company.
In this edition: 2024 might not end up being the white knight, and the Panama Canal opens up for additional volumes.
In this edition: The aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge destruction, and UPS and the U.S. Postal Service form a partnership.
In this edition: Another hit to AB5, and the Southern gold rush has come.
In this edition: Mexico comes for the top spot and a partnership to automate LTL.
In this edition: Why ESG initiatives matter now and the teamsters pull home another W.
In this edition: East Coast ports take center stage, demurrage charges get a hike, and another acquisition is complete.
In this edition: Port roundup and the Teamsters are holding strong.
In this edition: Mergers and acquisitions in 2024 and RXO finally shows its human side.
In this edition: The Super Bowl and logistics, capacity begins to tighten and big jumps in the final-mile space.
In this edition: The evolution of ghost jobs that are hiring but really aren’t, and a deal finally closes and moves forward.
In this edition: A partnership formed to fight freight fraud; what is the future of e-commerce?; And cross-border freight gets a tech infusion.
In this edition: The FMCSA has a first; Mexico holds the top spot; and freight audit and payment hits center stage.
In this edition: The Supreme Court rejected hearing another case on broker liability; spot rates on the decline in Phoenix; and the settlement heard round the world.
In this edition: Stopping freight fraud in 2024 and all eyes on Mexico in the new year.
In this edition: 2024 predictions coming in hot; new TRAC Market Dashboard debuts; and TFI is on the prowl again.
In this edition: looking back at 2023 predictions and one more labor dispute to close out the year.
In this edition: Carriers are left with empty promises of payment; Yellow passes on a lifeline; and putting a book into action.
In this edition: Three intermodal companies form an alliance; DAT has zero tolerance; and Yellow’s legacy lives on.
In this edition: The Supreme Court is petitioned to rule on freight brokers and F4A, and it’s been a rough year for brokerages.
In this edition: Fraud takes no breaks for the holidays, it takes a lot of semi-trucks to move Thanksgiving, and lots of businesses can profit from the parcel rate wars.
In this edition: Cargo theft is on the rise; the Panama Canal is out, Suez is in; and Congress is a fan of the truck driver.
In this edition: The rise of bankruptcy in brokerages, the first day of F3 and pilots find new homes.
In this edition: The numbers behind spooky season, the UAW comes out on top and XPO comes out on top.
In this edition: breaking down what the future for freight brokers looks like, which markets are claiming top spot and how LTL carriers performed.
In this edition: Laredo comes out on top; out of service is on the rise; and GRI season is here.
In this edition: The art of cold outreach; the ongoing autoworkers strike; and when will the next cyberattack come?
In this edition: It’s not your mama’s bid season this year; Shippers are on the hook for carbon emissions; and UPS tries to get customers back on their side.
In this edition: Shippers needs are not met by 3PLs, UAW strike expands, and subscription boxes take hold.
In this edition: The United Auto Workers has its strike moment; Mexico maintains its top spot; and the FreightTech 100 list is back.
In this edition: Celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week; Minneapolis is taking a dive; and C.H. Robinson goes to the border.
In this edition: Cargo theft was on the rise over the holiday weekend; the Panama Canal wins a spot on bingo cards; and Coyote parts ways.
In this edition: The cost of a conversation, Florida prepares for a Hurricane and Mexico avoids a strike.
In this edition: Identity theft for freight brokerages on the rise, Brake Safety Week is upon us, and the battle for terminals heats up.
In this edition: Sustainability discussions come to the table; China’s Golden Week’s prep; and two companies become one.
In this edition: breaking down the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the unforeseen side effect of rising demand in Mexico, and Yellow officially declares Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
In this edition: The fallout from Yellow’s anticipated bankruptcy, UPS loses big to FedEx, and Hub Group throws down against the competition.
In this edition: What can Brown do for you, now that the strike has been averted?; the future of the LTL industry; and FedEx pilots stand their ground.
In this edition: What happens if Yellow and UPS stop delivering? And acquisition is Redwood’s game.