Cargo frontloading peaks in July as inventory holding costs surge

The Port of Los Angeles saw record volumes last month, but the influx is putting added pressure on the middle mile, with costs soon expected to flow downstream.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Aug. 14, 2025

Walmart adds Vietnam-to-US ocean shipping lane for sellers

Businesses using the retailer’s cross-border importing service can now ship goods from Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong, its first origin ports outside of China.

By Max Garland • Aug. 13, 2025

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July air cargo volumes up as shippers circumvent tariffs

Global spot rates from Southeast Asia to North America fell 16% YoY as capacity constraints eased.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 13, 2025

US to maintain lower tariff rates on China imports for 90 more days

China also extended its suspension of additional retaliatory duties against U.S. goods, maintaining current rates until November.

By Max Garland • Updated Aug. 12, 2025

USPS reveals 2025 peak season rate hikes

The planned pricing adjustments will raise prices for Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and other agency services during the holidays.

By Max Garland • Aug. 11, 2025

The wrong track: Why the STB should reject rail’s latest power grab

A merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern would exacerbate existing issues like declining service standards, writes Alliance for Chemical Distribution CEO Eric Byer.

By Eric Byer • Aug. 11, 2025

USPS: About 10K employees accept early retirement offer

The Postal Service is slashing costs as its new leader aims to advance a controversial 10-year transformation plan.

By Max Garland • Aug. 11, 2025

Maersk opts for cost avoidance to sidestep China-linked vessel fees

The shipping giant also doesn’t plan to charge customers related surcharges as a way to cover the additional costs, said executive Anders Sonesson.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 8, 2025

How FedEx’s Freight spinoff could impact shipper contracts

Experts say bundled agreements for LTL and parcel delivery services from the carrier are on the outs, potentially incentivizing customers to explore other trucking options.

By Max Garland • Aug. 7, 2025

Trump plans 100% tariffs for semiconductor imports

Chips are one of several product types currently under Section 232 investigation by the White House, a frequent precursor to duties.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 6, 2025

UPS matches FedEx with dimensional weight change

By rounding up any fraction of an inch for length, width and height, the carrier could introduce further pricing pressure for shippers.

By Max Garland • Aug. 6, 2025

US to levy another 25% tariff on India imports

The additional duty, taking effect in 21 days, will stack on top of a 25% country-specific reciprocal tariff set to arrive Thursday.

By Max Garland • Aug. 6, 2025

USPS’ 2024 holiday performance slipped amid capacity constraints

Delivery reliability improved for the agency's Ground Advantage product but faltered for most other categories, per a report from the USPS Office of Inspector General.

By Max Garland • Aug. 5, 2025

EU delays countermeasures to US tariffs by 6 months

The bloc has now paused implementation three times, with the latest moratorium coming after reaching a framework deal with the U.S.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 5, 2025

Trump threatens 250% tariffs on pharma imports

The president said he would first install a “small tariff” on pharmaceutical goods before ratcheting up the rate over the next year and a half.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 5, 2025

Schneider starts early peak season surcharges for intermodal

The carrier is starting similar conversations with truckload customers about higher shipping costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 4, 2025

Shippers are being more decisive despite uncertainty: Ryder

The Trump administration’s sweeping new tax law has provided clarity for some supply chain customers, CEO Robert Sanchez told investors.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 4, 2025

Canada Post workers reject contract proposals

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers said last month it will maintain its overtime ban and prepare for further negotiations if such a result were to occur.

By Max Garland , Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 2, 2025

Amazon to end FBA prep, labeling services in US

The company said the change, which will take effect at the start of 2026, is due to improvements in sellers' packaging capabilities.

By Max Garland • Aug. 1, 2025

US to install country-specific tariffs Aug. 7

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday officially codifying rates for over 60 trading partners while pushing back implementation by seven days.

By Philip Neuffer • July 31, 2025

5 court cases that could derail Trump tariffs

Several suits claim the president has overstepped his authority, with a critical proceeding for one case beginning July 31 in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 31, 2025

US, Mexico agree to extend USMCA-tariff pause

The two countries will continue to negotiate over a 90-day period, during which imports from Mexico will avoid a planned 30% tariff from the Trump administration.

By Philip Neuffer • July 31, 2025

Trump imposes 40% tariff on Brazil

If the country retaliates, the U.S. will respond by raising its levies by an equal amount, per the executive order President Donald Trump signed Wednesday.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 31, 2025

US, South Korea strike tariff deal, Trump says

Under the proposed agreement, imports from South Korea would be subject to a 15% tariff while U.S.-originating goods would be exempt from duties.

By Kelly Stroh • July 30, 2025

US unveils details for 50% copper tariff

The plan includes levies on semi-finished copper products and their derivatives, a sales requirement for copper scrap, and some exceptions for auto parts.

By Philip Neuffer • July 30, 2025