UP CEO’s rate threat adds wrinkle to Norfolk Southern merger process

The railroad said Jim Vena’s remarks that he would raise rates on shippers who oppose the merger was an “offhand comment.”

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 6, 2026

Schneider National says rail partner shift offers network boost

CEO Jim Filter said the company brings 35 years of intermodal service experience to its new partnership with Norfolk Southern. 

By Larry Avila • Nov. 5, 2026

USTR urged to permanently suspend China-linked ship fees

Stakeholders such as the World Shipping Council and the National Retail Federation are concerned fees will “add another cost layer to an already strained transportation system.”

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 4, 2026

Is warehouse demand shifting toward inland markets?

Uncertainty has led shippers to move an increased amount of inventory across inland markets versus port markets, according to experts, but it may not necessarily translate to a shift in demand.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 3, 2026

Coty pursues less air freight, more ocean and rail transport

The beauty giant has cut air cargo by 48% since 2019 as the company looks to trim emissions in its supply chain.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 28, 2026

USTR weighs extending pause on China-linked vessel fees to January

The suspension is currently set to lift Nov. 9, but the agency said more time would allow the U.S. and China to further negotiations.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 26, 2026

CSX sees rail conversion opportunities from battered trucking market

The railroad is reviewing shipper truckload files to provide service and cost comparisons for intermodal opportunities.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 26, 2026

Extended peak season drives high dwell times at San Pedro Bay ports

The Pacific Merchant Shipping Association said record volumes in September pushed up the time cargo remained idle, both for rail and truck transport.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 21, 2026

Port of Savannah to build 3.5M TEU container terminal

The port expects to be able to handle 12 million TEUs annually once construction is complete.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 19, 2026

Supply chain visibility tells you what happened. Can you see what it cost?

Supply chain visibility can tell you what happened. Transportation Financial Intelligence™ helps explain what it cost, why it happened and what should happen next.

Oct. 19, 2026

FMC proposes fees on Spanish-flagged vessels, import restrictions

The Federal Maritime Commission wants to impose a $200,000 per-voyage fee on Spanish-flagged vessels and restrict certain goods from the country.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 16, 2026

California diesel prices remain above $8 per gallon as truckers call for relief

Elevated costs could extend well into next year, an energy expert tells Trucking Dive.

By David Taube • Oct. 15, 2026

Panama Canal challenges drive shippers to Port of Los Angeles

High fuel costs are also pushing shippers and carriers to shift volume to the San Pedro Bay port to avoid longer transit times.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 13, 2026

Golden Week slowdown may not be enough to ease Transpacific ocean rates

While the holiday in China may keep rates stable, weather-related disruptions are keeping freight fees elevated, Freightos reported.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 9, 2026

Nippon Express launches Transpacific air freight service to meet AI-driven cargo demand

The company and Japan Airlines' weekly circuit connects Los Angeles with key hubs in Asia for AI and semiconductor cargo.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 9, 2026

Port of Mobile reopens after Hurricane Isaias

The Alabama Port Authority previously suspended vessel and terminal operations at public berths on Friday.

By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Oct. 12, 2026

Nippon Express aims to boost US transport reliability with 5-day service

The delivery offering provides long-haul transit from Nippon Express warehouses near the Port of Los Angeles to any U.S. destination within 100 miles of designated metropolitan areas.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 8, 2026

Air freight shippers weary of long-term fixed contracts

Three-month agreements represented 60% of new shipper contracts starting in Q3, up from 47% in Q2, Xeneta reported.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 7, 2026

Diesel’s supply crunch may hit CFOs through freight contracts

Chevron CFO Eimear Bonner expects energy prices to stay elevated, while a major trucking CEO says contracts signed before diesel prices rose are hurting the bottom line.

By Adam Zaki • Oct. 7, 2026

McCormick cites higher freight, input costs in lifting inflation forecast

The spice and seasoning maker is mitigating the impact through pricing and productivity measures, as well as the acquisition of a Mexico subsidiary.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 7, 2026

How Etsy is pushing freight decarbonization

The marketplace is among several shippers that will claim zero-emission trucking certificates to help cover added operational expenses for electric trucks.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 6, 2026

Top supply chain conferences of 2027

Next year’s trade shows will spotlight artificial intelligence and technology insights, sustainability strategies, and how to navigate trade and logistics risks.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated Oct. 12, 2026

CH Robinson to buy RXO for $5.8B, combining 3PL heavyweights

If approved, the deal would grow C.H. Robinson's network density and bring RXO's brokerage, expedited and last-mile services into the fold.

By Max Garland • Oct. 5, 2026

How restaurants can mitigate rising fuel costs

Evaluating delivery frequency and leveraging route optimization and scenario planning can help brands combat higher transportation expenses, experts say.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 5, 2026

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