Logistics Industry

Supply chain leaders face diverging demands as consumer and industrial sectors split

Consumer sentiment is softening while parts of the industrial economy hold firm, forcing supply chain leaders to plan for two markets at once.

Volatility is structural, not cyclical: what the 2026 State of Logistics Report means for supply chain operators

U.S. business logistics costs fell to $2.4 trillion in 2025, but five structural forces—not a demand cycle—are reshaping the operating environment.

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

When Washington writes rules, your 3PL needs to be in the room

Policy shifts on labor, safety, and carrier liability don't announce themselves to ops teams. Here's why 3PL advocacy in Washington now matters to your supply c

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.

CMA CGM buys FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4B, tripling CEVA's North American footprint

CMA CGM's $1.4B deal for FedEx Supply Chain gives CEVA Logistics 150 warehouses and 20,000 workers in North America.

US logistics costs drop to 7.8% of GDP as talent and technology demands reshape supply chain priorities

CSCMP and Kearney's 37th State of the Logistics Union puts US logistics spend at 7.8% of GDP, while talent gaps drive demand for credentialed supply chain profe

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.

Maersk's Logistics Trend Map charts 30 supply chain shifts operators need to track in 2026

Maersk's Logistics Trend Map combines industry data and decision-maker input to surface 30 actionable trends reshaping global supply chains.

CMA CGM, Kroger, and USMCA: the supply chain restructuring moves operators need to track now

CMA CGM buys FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4B, Kroger acquires Giant Eagle for $1.65B, and the USMCA enters annual review — three moves reshaping logistics networks

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

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics' live freight indicator dashboard covers port throughput, rail speed, truck bottlenecks, spot rates, and labor metrics.

CMA CGM acquires FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4 billion, adding 150 warehouses across North America

CMA CGM's CEVA Logistics will absorb FedEx's third-party logistics arm in a $1.4B deal, vaulting the French carrier into the top five U.S. warehouse operators.

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.

W2 or Agent Model: What Freight Brokers Need to Know Before Making the Jump

The freight logistics industry is undergoing a quiet transformation. With financial instability affecting brokerages and shifting commission structures prompting sales talent to explore new paths, the “agent model” — a 1099 contractor framework for freight brokers — is seeing renewed attention. As more logistics professionals seek greater flexibility, ownership, and earnings potential, understanding the…

Can a Single FreightGuard Review End Your Trucking Company? Sadly, Yes

One negative online review has the power to collapse an entire trucking operation in today's hyperconnected freight industry

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

Optimizing Truck Data is Reshaping the Future of Logistics

Advanced technology is helping carriers solve long-standing operational challenges that affect millions of freight shipments annually

Rising Demand in the Supply Chain Industry: A Golden Era for New Talent

Supply chain professionals face unprecedented opportunities as AI and data analytics transform logistics, creating urgent demand for skilled newcomers ready to

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

Tax Incentives Are Key for Green Commercial Vehicle Adoption

Financial incentives are proving essential to overcome the cost barriers slowing zero-emission vehicle adoption in logistics

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

Efficiency, Well-being, Environment are the Three Pillars of the New Logistics Paradigm

Modern supply chain leaders are discovering that balancing operational speed with environmental responsibility and worker satisfaction creates competitive advan

Technology’s Dominance in the Freight and Logistics Industry Continues to Evolve as Market Demands Fresh Innovation

Innovation demands are forcing freight operators to fundamentally rethink their technology strategies and competitive positioning