UP-NS merger: Rigorous STB review a must, lawmakers say

Eighteen U.S. senators signed a letter to the agency warning the combination could weaken competition, raise rates and hurt the agricultural supply chain.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 5, 2025

Trucking carriers work to combat soft market

Less-than-truckload providers are prioritizing profitability over volume to weather the downward freight cycle, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 29, 2025

UP, NS say a merger will cut carload transit times. Shippers aren’t convinced.

Carload trip duration and equipment utilization haven’t improved meaningfully despite several other mergers in the last few decades, one expert said.

By Bill Stephens • Oct. 24, 2025

Old Dominion Freight Line plans 4.9% rate increase

The change will occur Nov. 3 due to factors such as rising costs in real estate, new equipment and employee compensation packages, the LTL carrier said.

By David Taube • Oct. 22, 2025

Shippers expect a holiday peak season despite frontloading efforts: JB Hunt

A large amount of freight that was imported to avoid tariffs still hasn’t moved through the inland supply chain, per EVP of Sales and Marketing Spencer Frazier.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 17, 2025

US tariffs impact seasonal air cargo flows in September

The average spot price fell 4% year over year to $2.54 per kilogram, per a Xeneta report.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 9, 2025

Takeda to test wind-powered cargo vessel

The drug company plans to ship refrigerated pharmaceuticals on startup Vela's first commercial voyage to the U.S. next year.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 8, 2025

Port of Long Beach CEO to retire

As a prominent maritime industry leader, Mario Cordero helped the port navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and spearheaded emissions-reducing projects.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 3, 2025

What Amazon shippers should prioritize this peak season

Being mindful of deadlines, maintaining minimum inventory and providing accurate delivery windows is key to meeting holiday demand, experts said at Amazon Accelerate 2025.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 3, 2025

Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2026

Next year’s trade shows will showcase resilience strategies, technology adoption and talent development as companies contend with tariff volatility and other challenges. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025

Why this kids subscription box service shifted to Amazon Shipping

The e-commerce giant’s offering is helping KiwiCo improve delivery speed while reducing costs, the toy company's VP of Operations Rick Zumpano said.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 29, 2025

Truckload volumes cooled in August as frontloading surge wanes

A push to pull cargo forward earlier in the year to dodge tariffs is affecting typical season demand for trucks, said Ken Adamo, DAT chief of analytics. 

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 24, 2025

FedEx to launch healthcare-focused DUB-IND air cargo route

The flight, which will also transport other high-value verticals, is expected to cut transport times by one day, Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere said.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 23, 2025

Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern: Shippers flag merger concerns

The Rail Customer Coalition tells the Surface Transportation Board that fewer rail options could force shippers to pay more for poorer service.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 23, 2025

CH Robinson debuts cross-border service to maximize LTL trailers, minimize trucks

Using freight consolidation, the 3PL aims to help shippers save up to 40% in costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2025

CSX, CN agree to develop intermodal service into Tennessee

The offering will transport international containers from Canada’s West Coast gateways through Memphis directly to Nashville.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 18, 2025

US kicks off consultation process for USMCA review

Shippers have 45 days to submit comments evaluating the free trade agreement governing cross-border trade between the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 16, 2025

UP, NS intermodal service to connect western, southern markets

The railroad service aims to offer truck-competitive transit times for multiple industries, including automotive and consumer goods.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 16, 2025

UP-NS merger: Boosting supply chains with Lincoln’s vision

A coast-to-coast, single-line railroad would eliminate the inefficiency of interchanges, writes Seton Hall University Assistant Professor Danielle Zanzalari.

By Danielle Zanzalari • Sept. 15, 2025

Werner Enterprises employs AI to combat cargo theft

The technology is “playing a pretty hefty role” in protecting shipped goods, per Jordan Strawn, the carrier's SVP of logistics.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 11, 2025

How a transcontinental railroad could speed up intermodal transfers

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern say their $85 billion combination would reduce crosstown truck transfers in Chicago that add cost, complexity and transit time.

By Bill Stephens • Sept. 10, 2025

Falling air cargo spot rates signal market uncertainty

Despite the downward pressure, demand for air cargo increased 5% YoY in August.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 9, 2025

Werner expects cross-border benefits as manufacturers invest more in Mexico

The carrier says companies’ moves to expand shifts, equipment and facilities in the country could ultimately translate into more northbound traffic.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 8, 2025

Tariff strategies, economic clouds: What to know for the rest of 2025

Industry experts discussed commodity markets and logistics changes at Supply Chain Dive’s annual outlook event.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 19, 2025

Despite trade worries, transportation execs see a strong market

Underlying metrics continue to point in a positive direction for freight services amid trade turmoil.

By David Taube • Aug. 15, 2025