Logistics
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Trump tariffs
US imposes tariffs over forced labor before global duty ends
Imports from 60 trading partners will be subject to either a 10% or 12.5% tariff, effective Friday, the same day Section 122 levies will expire.
By Phil Neuffer • July 23, 2026 -
FedEx unveils 2026 peak season fees, higher home delivery prices loom
The carrier's holiday surcharges, which apply across various shipping services, will be higher than they were last year.
By Max Garland • July 23, 2026 -
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TrendlineInside the trends affecting logistics management
Rising fuel costs, a post-de minimis world and a looming rail merger are among the challenges logistics managers are facing.
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MSC, CMA CGM introduce fresh Panama Canal surcharges
The ocean carriers said the fees were necessary due to operational constraints and lower water levels at the major waterway.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 23, 2026 -
Tractor Supply taps Instacart for same-day delivery
The partnership adds to various last-mile upgrades the retailer has deployed in recent months.
By Max Garland • July 22, 2026 -
Trump tariffs
Trump maps out 200% tariffs for generic pharmaceuticals
The president said Tuesday he would maintain duty-free treatment for qualifying goods the next two years before hiking the tariffs in ensuing years.
By Phil Neuffer • July 22, 2026 -
USPS launches smart locker service for local transactions
Local XChange offers a secure package storage option for buyers and sellers on online marketplaces, the agency said.
By Max Garland • July 22, 2026 -
Maersk to open $100M fulfillment hub in Massachusetts
The 617,000-square-foot facility near Boston, which will serve a large e-commerce customer, is set to open in August.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 22, 2026 -
Best Buy names chief fulfillment and operations officer
Duane Scarboro is responsible for sourcing, supply chain, fulfillment, delivery and service in the new role, which went into effect last week.
By Kelly Stroh • July 21, 2026 -
Trump tariffs
US slaps 50% tariffs on many Canada imports
The Section 338 duties apply to a wide variety of products — even if they qualify for duty-free treatment under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
By Antone Gonsalves • Updated July 21, 2026 -
Fuel surcharges wallop FedEx, UPS shippers as Amazon looms
With customers facing elevated fees and seeking discounts, Amazon’s delivery services could impact market pricing in the long term, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
By Max Garland • July 20, 2026 -
Logistics resiliency is critical as disruptions pile up in 2026
“It is increasingly difficult to really predict where that next disruption is going to come from,” Ranole Beng, Maersk's head of Transpacific market for ocean, said in a virtual panel.
By David Taube • July 20, 2026 -
Tariffs, Iran war prompt ocean shippers to scrap tradition
The Port of Los Angeles logged over 1 million TEUs in June, but ocean shipping faces a murky second half of year, Executive Director Gene Seroka says.
By Kelly Stroh • July 17, 2026 -
Walmart bets on AI and digital twins to shape its supply chain strategy
The technology helps the retailer get products around the world, despite global conflict or weather challenges, Walmart's Indira Uppuluri said.
By Paige Gross • July 16, 2026 -
Trump tariffs
US tags Brazil imports with 25% tariff
The fresh levy will go into effect July 22 with exemptions for a list of goods, including those covered by Section 232 duties.
By Phil Neuffer • July 16, 2026 -
DHL Global Forwarding expands Transpacific air cargo capacity with new route
The thrice-weekly Bangkok-Cincinnati service connects manufacturing regions in Southeast Asia to U.S. hubs.
By Kelly Stroh • July 15, 2026 -
Rapid delivery cements itself as a ‘mainstream’ grocery option, report says
Retailers are partnering with Instacart and DoorDash, while major retailers like Walmart and Amazon operate their own services.
By Peyton Bigora • July 15, 2026 -
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Mitsubishi Motors taps Texas port to boost US auto distribution
The company selected Port Freeport to improve its transportation flows to Gulf and Midwest dealer partners.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 15, 2026 -
Marzetti taps Schwan supply chain head for CSCO
Mark Carter will oversee the speciality food maker's continued efforts to simplify its network and improve productivity.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 14, 2026 -
Strauss, DHL Supply Chain ink end-to-end logistics deal
The partnership, which covers warehousing, distribution and product customization, aims to streamline order processing and drive faster turnaround times for the workwear brand.
By Kelly Stroh • July 14, 2026 -
Port of Savannah-linked corridor to streamline flow of goods
The connector with I-16 will provide more efficient transport to and from inland markets by reducing rail crossings and truck traffic, per the Georgia Ports Authority.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 14, 2026 -
Should the Postal Service reassess its UPS air contract?
The USPS Office of Inspector General suggested the agency consider if a new deal is the best path forward as it struggles to meet minimum volume requirements.
By Max Garland • July 14, 2026 -
Gordie Howe bridge set to open July 27 after weekslong delay
Projections show each hour 400 commercial vehicles could cross the new span between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, originally scheduled to debut last month.
By Larry Avila • July 13, 2026 -
Amazon announces 2026 holiday fulfillment fees, advises early shipping
The company's ongoing 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge will apply to the peak season fees, which start Oct. 15.
By Max Garland • July 13, 2026 -
BNSF to build $4B rail facility in California
The planned 4,500-acre Barstow International Gateway will feature transload warehouses and manage intermodal shipments.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 10, 2026 -
Amazon Shipping looks to snag FedEx, UPS customers with low pricing
Fewer surcharges are among the tactics the service is using to gain market share after opening to all businesses earlier this year, experts said.
By Max Garland • July 9, 2026