Ai In Freight Industry

More than half of the 2027 FreightTech100 weren't on last year's list

The 2027 FreightTech100 marks the eighth year of FreightWaves' FreightTech Awards. Vendors like Shipwell are pitching their AI in hours saved.

Uber Freight Puts a Number on Trucking's Empty-Mile Problem

Uber Freight estimated in 2023 that 20% to 35% of U.S. truck miles run empty, and says its AI-based routing can cut that rate to 10%-15%.

AI email agents are becoming the new front door for freight, and warehouse control systems are next in line

C.H. Robinson’s AI agents replying to quote emails in seconds is colliding with a separate push in warehouses: making control software the orchestration layer f

Transportation capacity hits near-record lows as freight market tightens toward 2022 levels

The LMI flags near-record low transport capacity, Samsara debuts mid-transit visibility tech, and Saia keeps expanding, here's what it means for shippers.

The AI build-out is reshaping freight: warehouse construction up 18%, airfreight displaced by server racks

Industrial real estate under construction rose 18% in Q2 2026 as data-center demand reshapes freight flows across air, ground, and port channels.

U.S. freight markets are repricing around two simultaneous shocks: the Iran conflict and tariff deadlines

Saudi crude flows to the U.S. have hit zero, Brent is at $82.55, and a 50% Canadian tariff deadline lands Aug. 19. Here's what supply chain teams need to act on

Saudi crude shipments to the U.S. hit zero as Hormuz disruption reshapes global freight costs

The U.S.-Iran conflict has pushed Saudi crude exports to the U.S. to zero and sent Brent crude up 3.9% to $82.55, squeezing fleet operators and procurement team

Geopolitics and AI hardware are reshaping air cargo demand through 2026's second half

Iran war volatility, easing fuel costs, and surging AI-related freight on the Transpacific lane are the three forces operators must plan around now.

Freight demand is recovering, but rising oil prices and new tariffs are already pressuring the rebound

Rail carriers post stronger Q2 results as freight demand firms, while $100 oil and Section 301 tariff shifts create new cost headwinds for logistics operators.

Canadian National Railway raises its 2026 volume outlook as freight demand firms

CN Rail lifted its full-year volume forecast after posting higher Q2 profit and revenue, signaling a broader freight recovery that matters to every supply chain

BTS freight dashboard update tracks rail, port, and trucking conditions weekly

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics released its latest freight indicators dashboard July 7, covering port, rail, trucking, and labor metrics updated weekly.

FedEx's supply chain sale, eVTOL milestones, and freight margin pressure signal a sector in motion

Three developments reshaping logistics operations this week: FedEx's $4.15B debt tender, BETA Technologies' first eIPP flights, and the carrier profitability sq

Amazon dominates 2025 Top 100 Logistics ranking as slow freight recovery weighs on rivals

Transport Topics' 2025 Top 100 Logistics rankings show a freight market still grinding through recovery, with trade uncertainty weighing on 3PL growth.

Ocean shipping recovery, Section 232 documentation, and freight market signals: what operators need to know now

Hormuz disruption recovery, new Section 232 doc rules, and shifting freight signals are creating immediate compliance and sourcing decisions for supply chain te

Strait of Hormuz disruption, FedEx restructuring, and a fragile freight market: what supply chain leaders need to watch now

Three converging pressures, Hormuz shipping risk, the FedEx-CMA CGM deal, and carrier margin squeeze, demand immediate attention from supply chain operators.

U.S. supply chain leaders abandon "return to normal" as logistics costs settle and India's freight network expands

Shipping costs fell to 7.8% of U.S. GDP in 2025, yet Ford and peers are building permanent flexibility into supply chains as disruptions persist.

BTS freight dashboard replaces CP and KCS data with merged CPKC rail metrics

The BTS supply chain dashboard now integrates CPKC rail metrics weekly, giving ops teams a unified view of post-merger rail performance alongside port, truck, a

SBA Global tracks Hormuz recovery, Baltimore rail milestone, and digital visibility shift in latest freight update

SBA Global's June 25 freight update covers Hormuz traffic recovery, a Baltimore double-stack rail first, and digital visibility reshaping freight networks.

BTS freight dashboard tracks rail, port, and truck conditions as of June 30, 2026

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics' updated freight indicators dashboard covers rail speed and dwell time, truck bottlenecks, port container and vessel data, spot rates, and labor metrics.

CMA CGM buys FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4B, reshaping North American 3PL market

CMA CGM's $1.4B acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain nearly triples CEVA Logistics' North American footprint and pairs with a $3.5B freight partnership.

ITS Logistics flags record freight costs, capacity crunch, and fraud risk in mid-2026 market reports

ITS Logistics releases a cluster of market reports and company news pointing to rising transportation costs, drayage pressure, and a 2026 Fraud Fighter Award wi

ITS Logistics June freight index warns drayage and intermodal markets face downstream price surges

Trucking capacity hits a 28.4% LMI reading, spot rates reach $3.83/mile all-time highs, and import volumes jump 6.6% as peak season pressure builds.

Mentoring Newcomers, Building Meaningful Relationships, and Shaping the Future of Port Technology with Javier Vera

A veteran logistics leader shares how decades of relationship-building and industry mentorship prepare companies for California's transportation transformation

Innovative Recruitment is Helping the Transportation and Logistics Industry Overcome Shortages

Forward-thinking recruitment strategies are helping logistics firms bridge a talent gap that affects nearly two-thirds of the industry

Connecting the Dots Through Tech: How ODeX is Disrupting the Chaos in the Shipping Industry

Fragmented supply chains demand better visibility, and one logistics platform is connecting shippers with carriers to simplify the entire process

The Journey from Brokerage to Trucking: Prioritizing Drivers and Strategic Connections

Logistics professionals discover why prioritizing workforce stability and industry relationships become critical when transitioning from brokerage to fleet oper

Humor Powers Collaboration and Innovation in Freight

Unconventional tactics like branded merchandise and digital pranks are reshaping how freight teams connect and solve industry problems

Hammer Down with Dan Lindsey: Bridging the Broker-Carrier Trust Barrier in the Logistics Industry

Technology is reshaping freight logistics, but digital platforms alone can't solve the trust crisis between brokers and carriers

Sustainable Trucking Solutions for Small Businesses: Increasing Profitability and Efficiency with Adam Wingfield

Small trucking operators can cut costs and emissions simultaneously by adopting sustainable practices that address driver shortages and regulatory pressures

Revolutionizing Trade Shows: Manifest is Shaping the Future of the Logistics Sector with Innovation and Inclusivity

Modern trade shows are becoming innovation hubs where logistics leaders tackle supply chain challenges through technology and collaboration