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

AI-driven cargo bump sparks Transpacific air freight service

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

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 9, 2026

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Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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Federal court clears way for class-action suit against IEEPA tariffs

By certifying a class of importers this week, the Court of International Trade seeks to ensure all businesses that paid the illegal levies receive reimbursements.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 9, 2026

Molson Coors taps chief supply chain officer for Americas

Matthew Hook will step into the role on Oct. 12 with a mandate of continuing to modernize operations and boost service levels.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 8, 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

Amazon launches 2 new China-to-US air freight options

The Air SMP and Economy Air services can speed up inventory replenishment and help with peak season preparations, according to Amazon.

By Max Garland • 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

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

USTR initiates next stage of USMCA review

The agency is seeking public comment as part of the annual review process triggered by the U.S.’ decision not to extend the pact this summer.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 7, 2026

Why one brand adopted Amazon’s growing inventory replenishment service

Moralve is using Amazon Global Warehousing and Distribution for more effective product allocation in markets beyond the U.S., its CEO said.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 6, 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 • Oct. 6, 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

USPS lengthens some delivery expectations outside contiguous US

Lengthier Ground Advantage and Priority Mail timeframes to and from Alaska, Hawai`i and other areas are more realistic due to distance, the agency said.

By Max Garland • Oct. 5, 2026

Puma taps Maersk to manage North America distribution network

Under the agreement, other Maersk customers will gain access to capacity at a Puma distribution center in California next year.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 2, 2026

AutoZone hones in on domestic distribution network

The auto parts retailer opened 16 mega hubs this quarter and 39 this year in total as it advances its inventory replenishment strategy.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2026

Ikea freight to be hauled by driverless Kodiak trucks

The unsupervised long-haul service between Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston looks to launch by the end of 2026.

By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 2, 2026

FedEx rolls out added security option for select deliveries

FedEx Authenticated Delivery requires the recipient to present a QR code upon arrival, which could benefit high-value items like electronics.

By Max Garland • Oct. 2, 2026

Chemical manufacturer selects Uber Freight to manage global logistics

Oxea’s logistics operations will run under a single network spanning across the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Europe.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 1, 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

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

USPS, Amazon partner on same-day delivery pilot

Through the program, Amazon orders placed later in the day would be eligible for same-day service via the Postal Service, a company spokesperson said.

By Max Garland • 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

Nordstrom eyes weekend delivery, faster shipping

The retailer, which is looking to offer seven-day-a-week delivery, recently piloted a same-day option in Los Angeles, an executive said at Parcel Forum '26.

By Max Garland • 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