Freight Forwarding/Customs Brokerage

Freight Audit and Payment: The Critical Anchor in a Hurricane of Supply Chain Disruption

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Most teams are making critical decisions with incomplete information. Not because they lack data, but because they can’t use it fast enough. Decisions are happening in motion, without a steady state. This report shows how Freight Audit and Payment (FAP) is becoming a layer for decision intelligence and financial control when it matters most.

Freight in 2026: The Trilemma That No Shippers Can Avoid

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Operational efficiency is a durable solution, as it’s where emissions reduction and cost reduction share a common foundation.

CBP Expands Product Authentication Tech Program

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:05:43 -0400

The program addresses a growing challenge: the scale and sophistication of counterfeit goods entering global supply chains.

Comparing the 2026 FedEx and UPS General Rate Increases

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

In an environment where volatility has become the norm, parcel pricing can no longer be managed reactively. This report equips supply chain leaders with the visibility and context needed to challenge assumptions, anticipate cost impacts, and build more resilient, margin-aware parcel strategies for 2026 and beyond.

2026: The Year Technology Becomes Critical for Freight Forwarders

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Logistics service providers must ramp up adoption of logistics technology capabilities if they want to hold onto business.

How to Make Smarter Shipping Decisions for an Unpredictable Peak Season

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Expedited shipping isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Retailers first need to examine what’s being shipped, how much it’s worth, and what customers expect.

Anxiety Grows Among U.S. Fleets as Cargo Thefts Surge

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Concerns have also mounted headed into the holiday season, when heavier delivery volumes and tighter schedules create more opportunities for would-be thieves.

EU Moves Up Timeline to End De Minimis Exemptions

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:13:41 -0500

De minimis policies across the globe have allowed Shein, Temu and others to ship products directly from Chinese factories to consumers at prices well below market value.

The Leadership Retention Crisis in Fleet Operations, and Why It Matters to the Supply Chain

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The fleet industry often focuses on retaining drivers and technicians, but overlooking leadership turnover is a costly mistake.

J.B. Hunt, BNSF and GMXT Launch Intermodal Freight Delivery Service in Mexico

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:12:42 -0400

Joint effort expands availability of intermodal transport to Mexico-based businesses.

Gebrüder Weiss Expands Freight Business into Thailand

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The logistics company opened for business in Thailand on June 1, with a team of 20 employees based out of Bangkok.

Port Authority Touts Female Leadership as Trump Blasts DEI

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Highlighting this milestone makes the Port Authority an outlier in an era where leaders are increasingly wary about publicly discussing diversity.

Ocean Carriers Get Tough on Freight Rates — But Can They Hold the Line?

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0400

An endless series of crises roiling ocean shipping in the post-COVID 19 era is resulting in a change in “carrier DNA.”

AI at the Helm: Navigating the Shifts in U.S. Trade Policy

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

While the chaos surrounding new trade regulations may not slow anytime soon, those who embrace AI will find themselves better equipped to handle whatever the next change brings.

Navigating Five Complexities of Mexico-U.S. Cross-Border Logistics

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

While Mexico is quickly becoming an important destination for offshore manufacturing, transporting goods across the border still presents a unique set of challenges.

Supply Chains 2025: The Uncertainty Principle

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The future contains much uncertainty, but also a wealth of opportunities for innovative and far-thinking enterprises.

NMFTA Turns Attention to Digitizing FTL Freight Sector

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

The newly-formed Digital FTL Council includes representatives from companies such as Nordstrom, Uber Freight, J.B. Hunt and C.H. Robinson among others.

How Cargo Thieves Capitalize on Holiday Shipping Rush

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Over long holiday weekends, distribution centers and warehouses are known to operate with reduced staffing, offering attractive targets to would-be thieves.

Former Congressman Duffy Named as Secretary of Transportation

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 10:13:49 -0500

Former Republican congressman from Wisconsin Duffy was a co-host on Fox Business, and also a former cast member of the MTV show “The Real World.”

Maersk Opens 24-Acre Distribution Center in the Philippines

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

With a 76,000-pallet capacity, the distribution center is Maersk's largest in the country to date.

Oregon Looks to Build West Coast's First Ship-to-Rail Port Terminal

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Roughly two million import and export containers are expected to move through the Port of Coos Bay each year once the new terminal is up and running.

XPO-Spinoff GXO Logistics Is Said to Explore Potential Sale

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The transportation and logistics sector tends to see a lot of mergers and acquisitions because it’s highly fragmented, creating an opportunity for rollup plays.

EU Approves MSC’s Acquisitions of Half of Hamburg Port Operator and French Freight Forwarder

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Political factions and the powerful German trade union Ver.di opposed the Hamburg deal, saying it would cost jobs and cede control of the port to a foreign company.

DSV Wins Approval for €14.3B Sale to Become World's Largest Freight Forwarder

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The purchase will make DSV the world’s largest freight-forwarder and turn it into Denmark’s second-largest company by revenue.

Chicago Metro Area to Get First All-Water Route for Container Ships

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Although Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor is the 25th largest port in the U.S., all containers that travel through the Chicago area are moved by rail or truck.

EV Maker Nikola Sells 72 Hydrogen Semi-Trucks in Q2 of 2024

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:56:34 -0400

The company says it sold 112 hydrogen trucks — assembled in Coolidge, Arizona with a range of 500 miles — in the first half of 2024.

Rise in Cargo Thefts Likely to 'Get Worse Before It Gets Better'

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

According to cargo security company Overhaul, there were 38% more cargo thefts in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same timeframe last year.

HERE Technologies Launches Software to Optimize Vehicle Delivery Fleets

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:16:44 -0400

HERE's Fleet Optimization package uses artificial intelligence to analyze historical traffic data to map the most efficient routes for fleet vehicles.

Route Resilience: 5 Strategic Priorities for Logistics Excellence in the Next Year

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:17:23 -0400

Our webinar will cover a comprehensive guide for logistics professionals grappling with the stressors of the industry, like the pressure to optimize operations amidst tightening budgets and sustainability concerns.

How Shipment Visibility Is Enabling Freight Forwarder Growth and Customer Loyalty

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

As supply chains grow more intricate and consumer expectations increase, the ability to track shipments in real time becomes a crucial component for forwarders striving to maintain a competitive edge.