Not just ocean: How Maersk grew its US logistics capabilities

The carrier operates a robust ground freight network while its e-commerce arm integrates with its contract logistics and air freight services.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 30, 2026

Amazon rolls out new capabilities for bulky package shippers

The company unveiled upgrades for large item deliveries such as pre-negotiated LTL rates and regional delivery pricing during Accelerate 2026.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 30, 2026

3 CPGs discuss automation, sourcing and logistics risks

At a Barclays conference this month, Colgate-Palmolive and Kimberly-Clark flagged rising material and freight costs, while Procter & Gamble gave a Supply Chain 3.0 update.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 29, 2026

Trade groups urge USTR to extend pause on China-linked ship fees

The National Retail Federation and others said a continued halt to fees would help ease uncertainty as stakeholders face elevated transportation costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 28, 2026

Shipment fluctuations vary across LTL carriers in mid-Q3 updates

Saia and XPO both reported increases in volume for August, while other carriers reported decreases.

By David Taube • Sept. 28, 2026

The intelligence advantage: Moving beyond benchmarking to network-wide insights

How network-scale intelligence helps businesses focus resources on the opportunities that matter most.

Sept. 28, 2026

6 food manufacturers talk supply chain tactics

General Mills, Nestlé and more discussed how they are cutting operational costs, navigating uneven freight rates and sharpening demand forecasting at a Barclays conference.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 25, 2026

Shippers are exploring port-to-inland transit to de-risk supply chains

Inland routes offer a stable alternative to heavily utilized routes, APM Terminals Mobile managing director Brian Harold told Supply Chain Dive.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 25, 2026

Shippers’ coalition advances Class 8 electric battery truck adoption

Companies such as Microsoft and PepsiCo are aggregating demand to access sustainable transportation more affordably, recently placing an order for 2,500 trucks.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 23, 2026

UP, NS merger: STB denies shippers’ calls for dismissal

Trade associations representing chemical and fertilizer shippers, among others, say the merger could negatively impact competition.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 21, 2026

The hidden cost of operating 2 shipping systems

Freight sat out the shipping consolidation trend. Here's what closing that gap actually looks like.

By Emilie Bingham and Matt Averitt • Sept. 21, 2026

Diesel prices surge past $6.28 per gallon

A national average delivered another significant jump in record-setting prices.

By David Taube • Sept. 18, 2026

SC Ports, Norfolk Southern’s intermodal service grows Southeast reach

The daily rail service to Huntsville, Alabama, extends the Port of Charleston’s connectivity to more markets, including Middle Tennessee.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 17, 2026

San Pedro Ports seek zero-emission truck usage boost via new incentive program

The proposed program would pay up to $36,000 per year for qualifying trucks that operate at the port complex.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 17, 2026

DHL Express rolls out heavyweight air cargo service

Heavy Weight Express can handle up to 6,000 pounds per shipment and targets shippers in multiple sectors, including automotive manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 15, 2026

Ocean peak season endures, defying forecast of early end

Shipments may crest in September despite expectations peak season would fade by now, per the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 14, 2026

Air cargo rates ease, shippers buy short-term capacity

Price growth declined for the third consecutive month, continuing a downward trend since a May peak, per Xeneta.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 11, 2026

Ocean freight rates cool despite continued price elevation

Although prices have gone down slightly, they are roughly in line with 2024 peak season levels during Red Sea and East Coast labor disruptions.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 9, 2026

Miami airport sees limited air cargo disruption after Amazon crash

FedEx, DHL Express flight operations at Miami International Airport are operating as normal after Sunday’s deadly crash, but reduced runway capacity may have a longer impact.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 8, 2026

Network flexibility: The key to maintaining service in volatile markets

Why resilient networks leverage scale, multimodal flexibility and coordinated execution.

Aug. 31, 2026

Crowley launches Central America-Port Houston ocean service

The weekly service aims to meet demand for fresh produce, consumer goods and other time-sensitive cargo on this route.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 25, 2026

The future of freight audit isn’t finding more errors, it’s preventing them

The future of freight audit is to prevent errors, not just find them.

By nVision Global • Aug. 24, 2026

Panama Canal to trim daily shipping slots due to El Niño

Concern over drought from the weather disruption is pushing the canal to limit how many vessels traverse the waterway this fall.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 21, 2026

Port of Los Angeles preps for cargo bump as shippers navigate global risks

The port may see a 5% volume uptick amid Red Sea and Panama Canal concerns and is readying itself for the scenario in talks with operating partners.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 21, 2026

Ocean carriers up fees in response to ongoing Panama Canal draft restrictions

MSC and CMA CGM are among the liners raising surcharges as the major waterway continues to monitor water levels and adjust water draft restrictions.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 18, 2026