Canada border disruption? What shippers should know about a possible strike

If a strike happens, shippers can expect lengthy delays moving freight on trucks between the U.S. and Canada.

By Larry Avila • Updated June 7, 2024

Ocean rates skyrocket, reflecting cautionary market

Shippers are grappling with the ongoing Red Sea conflict and pending East Coast labor contract renewal as demand is poised for growth at U.S. ports.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 29, 2024

East Coast port labor talks spark shipper contingency plans

While there has not been a "wholesale shift" in volumes to the West Coast, conversations have started, per a Port of Los Angeles media briefing.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 24, 2024

UNFI extends Whole Foods distribution deal into 2032

The companies’ previous agreement was set to end in September 2027.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 23, 2024

Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes rise 12% YoY in April

West Coast volume growth is projected to continue in the second half of the year, said Hackett Associates Partner Daniel Hackett.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 22, 2024

South Carolina Ports Authority resumes operations after software issue

The port halted activity at marine and inland terminals until Tuesday afternoon as it worked to resolve the disruption.

By Alejandra Carranza • Updated May 21, 2024

Maersk expands air cargo footprint with Miami hub

The 90,000-square-foot facility aims to help improve connectivity to markets in Latin America.

By Kelly Stroh • May 16, 2024

Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods

Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.

By Philip Neuffer • May 16, 2024

How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse

C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024

High port volumes expected for 2024’s peak season

Consumer spending will drive 2 million-plus TEUs of monthly loaded imports at the nation’s top ports through October, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates project.

By Edwin Lopez • May 10, 2024

Amazon to roll out 50 heavy-duty electric trucks in California

The Volvo VNR Electric trucks are the company's largest deployment of Class 8 vehicles.

By Colin Campbell • May 10, 2024

Union Pacific launches premium service between Southern California and Chicago

The railroad's new domestic intermodal route cuts transit times from five to three days.

By Larry Avila • May 8, 2024

Home Depot on leveraging FLOW

VP Sarah Galica discussed how Freight Logistics Optimization Works strengthened the company's logistics network.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 3, 2024

How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring

Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.

By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2024

Ryder opens another facility on the US-Mexico border

The new warehouse in El Paso, Texas, is a result of growing demand from clients in the region and an expected rise in nearshoring activity.

By Edwin Lopez • April 30, 2024

It’s time to fuel change: Ocean carriers consider alternative fuels

Let’s look at the alternative fuels under consideration for ocean shipping.

April 29, 2024

White House earmarks $1.5B in push for freight decarbonization

Federal funds will support the electrification of ports and electric truck charging infrastructure, among other projects.

By Larry Avila • April 24, 2024

Port of Baltimore preps new alternate channel for larger vessel traffic

The limited access channel could help draw more commercial activity back to the port after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 24, 2024

How Schneider National tapped into shipper needs post-Baltimore bridge collapse

Following a wave of freight rerouting requests, a quickly deployed email campaign gave the carrier’s drayage and other logistics services a boost.

By Larry Avila • April 22, 2024

Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes rise 19% YoY in March

The West Coast port expects volumes to continue to grow in April, despite being a more muted shipping season. 

By Alejandra Carranza • April 19, 2024

Transportation modes absorb pressures after Baltimore bridge collapse

Delays, congestion and diversions are occurring, but supply chains are showing their resiliency.

By David Taube • April 17, 2024

CMA CGM to add Transpacific air cargo service

The carrier will deploy two Atlas Air-operated Boeing 777-200F aircraft ahead of peak season.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 17, 2024

US import volumes rise despite global trade uncertainty

The top 12 container ports are expected to reach 2 million TEUs in May despite ongoing ocean freight disruptions.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 15, 2024

Union Pacific adds route between Chicago and Southern California

The new service is part of the railroad's push to convert freight from trucks to rail, saying it lowers overall costs for shippers.

By Larry Avila • April 12, 2024

Savannah port sees intermodal cargo surge in March

Infrastructure and low dwell times contributed to nearly 436,000 total TEUs handled in March at the Port of Savannah.

By Alejandra Carranza • April 12, 2024