U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a direct warning to the European Union, indicating he will impose elevated tariffs on imports from the bloc. This action hinges on the EU’s fulfillment of its co
by Maersk Transfers Fuel Costs Amid Future Market Scrutiny
Global shipping giant Maersk is currently passing its substantial monthly fuel bill, amounting to $500 million, directly to its customers. This strategy ensures the carrier fully recovers these signif
by Update: Growth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortage
Title: US Rail System Strains Under Energy Cargo Demand
The United States is currently facing an intensifying shortage of rail cars. The growing volume of energy-linked project cargo significantly exa
by Trucking’s Top Honors Face Scrutiny Over Safety Focus
A recent Journal of Commerce (JOC) review has cast doubt on the criteria used for “carrier of the year” honors within the trucking industry.
The investigation found multiple instances where these prom
by FourKites Unveils Automated Ocean Booking Solution
Software vendor FourKites is launching a new initiative focused on automating ocean freight bookings for shippers. This strategic move aims to revolutionize how companies manage their maritime logisti
by Truckload Capacity Contracts in Q1 Despite Individual Carrier Expansion
The truckload sector experienced a notable contraction in overall capacity during the first quarter, according to the Journal of Commerce’s Truckload Capacity Index. This market-wide decrease occurred
by P&G Forecasts $150 Million Impact from Geopolitical Supply Disruptions
Procter & Gamble (P&G), the global consumer goods giant, anticipates a substantial financial impact of $150 million. This projected hit stems directly from significant disruptions across its e
by Update: USPS to launch 14 new sorting and delivery centers through July
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is set to launch 14 new sorting and delivery centers by the end of July. These facilities represent a strategic move in the Postal Service’s ongoing network overhaul. Ke
by USTR Initiates Review of China Tariffs Under Section 301
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has begun a comprehensive review of tariffs currently applied to goods imported from China. These specific levies originated under Section 301 of the Trad
by CPKC and CSX Launch Enhanced U.S.-Mexico Rail Corridor
Rail operators CPKC and CSX have introduced an enhanced rail service, significantly improving freight connections across North America. This new route establishes a crucial link from the Southeast U.S