The trucking industry is currently experiencing one of the most prolonged and severe downturns in its history. Known informally as the “Great Freight Recession,” the downturn began in March 2022 and continues to reshape the landscape of over-the-road freight transport. Excess Capacity Drives Collapse The root cause of the decline is widely attributed to significant […]
Retailers across the U.S. are preparing to pass rising import costs on to consumers, as the effects of global trade tensions begin to show up on store shelves. Several large chains have confirmed that prices will increase over the coming months, especially as tariff-impacted inventory cycles into distribution and stockpiles of pre-tariff goods run low. […]
Southern California’s vital logistics ecosystem is experiencing a sharp downturn, as international trade tensions continue to affect the flow of goods through the nation’s busiest container ports. At the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach—responsible for handling over one-third of the country’s container imports—shipping volume has significantly declined. This has resulted in fewer vessel […]
A leading European-based defense logistics center played a vital role in supporting a large-scale multinational military exercise in Africa by coordinating the delivery of essential supplies across four countries. The month-long exercise, which involves over 10,000 military personnel from more than 50 nations, underscores the critical function of agile and responsive logistics in multinational operations. […]
As global tensions, volatile trade conditions, and rising shipping costs persist, the European logistics sector is bracing for a challenging 2025. From shifting sourcing strategies to new sustainability mandates, logistics leaders must adopt flexible, data-driven approaches to stay competitive. Key Industry Trends to Watch 1. Moderate Growth Amid Economic PressuresEurope’s transportation and logistics industry is […]
The global retail logistics market is undergoing a seismic transformation, driven by rapid changes in consumer behavior, technology adoption, and global trade dynamics. Forecasts indicate the market will grow from $285.34 billion in 2024 to over $850 billion by 2033, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.9%. Key Growth Drivers in Retail […]
A second round of public hearings is set to take place in Washington to further evaluate proposed port fees targeting vessels built, owned, or operated by foreign entities, with the aim of reducing reliance on overseas maritime infrastructure and encouraging investment in domestic shipbuilding. These fees—originally introduced as sweeping charges—have already undergone significant revisions following […]
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued official guidance implementing recent changes to tariff structures on imports from China, Hong Kong, and Macau. The changes follow a Presidential Executive Order signed May 12, 2025, and go into effect at 12:01 a.m. ET on May 14, 2025. This move significantly adjusts the landscape for importers […]
As sweeping new tariffs reshape global trade, investors are closely monitoring shipping and logistics data to understand how the policies are rippling through the economy. From container ports to trucking orders, real-time transportation activity is once again serving as a bellwether for broader economic conditions. Container Volumes Surge, Then Stall U.S. businesses recently accelerated import […]
A recent federal policy shift has reinstated English language proficiency (ELP) as a violation that can place commercial drivers out of service—a move that’s drawing attention across the logistics and transportation sectors. Previously removed in 2016 due to a lack of direct evidence linking limited English skills to crash risk, ELP enforcement is once again […]
