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TrackerUS ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
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Warehouse capacity resilient in the face of shipper frontloading
Tariffs are pushing retailers to pull cargo forward to ease supply chain disruptions but, thus far, the pressure on supply chain facilities has been marginal, experts say.
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Jamieson Greer confirmed as USTR
Greer takes on the post as the administration readies new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.
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Amazon sets sights on LTL market
The e-commerce giant could launch the potentially disruptive transportation product in 2026, according to J.P. Morgan analysts.
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ILA-USMX port labor talksILA ratifies 6-year labor contract
Approval of the contract ends months of uncertainty surrounding East and Gulf Coast ports and fears of a possible second strike.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
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Nestlé largely ‘immune’ to tariff impact, CEO says
While the Nespresso maker is closely watching global trade and tariffs, it benefits from having regional production facilities.
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Looming de minimis restrictions put importers at a crossroads
Companies have options to limit the impact of the Trump administration’s moves against the exemption, but a fast-changing environment is challenging their decision making, experts said.
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Fabletics targets demand planning, inventory management
The apparel company will build a forecasting model using Blue Yonder’s supply chain planning solutions.
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Where are trucking rates headed in 2025? 7 execs weigh in
Leaders at several trucking companies have expressed optimism for gradual pricing increases this year.
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Bobbie opens fulfillment center in Georgia
The infant formula maker’s addition expands the company’s Southeast reach, according to VP of Supply Chain Dominic Mills.
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DHL sells 91-year-old Midwest LTL carrier
New owner Sakaem Holdings rebranded Standard Forwarding, which provides next-day and second-day shipping in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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More ‘shrinkflation’? How Trump tariffs could reverberate through the food industry
Food and beverage companies sensitive to inflation-wary consumers are unlikely to immediately raise prices, experts say, but could respond by changing ingredients, packaging and portion sizes.
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DHL exec outlines 5 supply chain ‘megatrends’
Trade shifts and emerging technologies are creating new challenges and opportunities, said Patrick Kelleher, DHL Supply Chain’s North America CEO.
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Leveraging supply chain data remains a headache
Manifest 2025 speakers were split on the benefits of shared standards, but greater transparency among stakeholders could offer upside.
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Trucking executives answer questions on upcoming freight classification changes
Leaders at Estes Express Lines, XPO and Old Dominion Freight Line recently discussed the NMFC shift looming this summer.
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Trump mulls bringing US Postal Service into Commerce Department
Such a move could advance the president’s interests in privatizing the agency, but the idea is already seeing resistance.
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Walmart expands same-day delivery reach
Technology advancements are also helping the retailer bring store-fulfilled orders to more customers.
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Honda exec says US tariffs could cause $20B impact
The automaker is considering shifting some vehicle production from Mexico and Canada into the U.S. to avoid costly import duties.
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GlobalFoundries, Analog Devices push diversification as they prepare for tariffs
Chipmakers are under renewed supply chain pressure following the Trump administration’s plan for a 25% levy on semiconductors.
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Tariffs prompt cross-border contract uncertainty: Ryder
CEO and Chairman Robert Sanchez said it’s possible tariffs with North America neighbors might not even occur.
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Stanley Black & Decker continues to cut China production as tariffs emerge
The manufacturer is bracing for a $10 million to $20 million impact from President Donald Trump’s recent trade announcements.
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Senate confirms commerce secretary
Former Wall Street executive Howard Lutnick will lead the administration’s tariff policy as President Donald Trump embarks on a widespread trade war.
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Is cross-border e-commerce air cargo demand at risk?
The looming demise of the de minimis exemption could spur higher costs and delays, said Xeneta’s Niall van de Wouw.
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GM confident it can mitigate tariffs
CFO Paul Jacobson believes the automaker’s experience dealing with past crises, including the global pandemic, will help it find solutions.
