#carrier-partnerships
(12 articles)Beyond Shipper of Choice: Building Strategic Carrier Partnerships in 2026
The 2026 truckload market is fundamentally shifting from transactional vendor management to strategic partnership models. With tender rejections running 2.5 times higher than 2025 and contract rates u
Maersk Loses Partners on Asia-South America Route as Alliances Reshuffle
Maersk is experiencing significant disruption on the Asia to East Coast South America trade lane, losing both service partners within a three-month window. Zim departed the ASAS loop in September to j
Maersk Expands E-Commerce Delivery Across North America via Shipstore
Maersk has announced a strategic partnership with Shipstore to broaden its e-commerce delivery footprint across North America. This collaboration represents the container shipping giant's continued di
Shell Rotella Marks Driver Appreciation Week With Video Recognition
Shell Rotella is launching a video project featuring nearly 100 professional truck drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (September 13-19, 2026), recorded at the Mid-America Trucking
Amazon Opens Logistics Network to Third-Party Sellers
Amazon has made a significant strategic decision to open its proprietary logistics network to third-party businesses beyond its own retail operations. This marks a structural shift in how the company
USPS Transportation Costs Rise as UPS Air Cargo Contract Expands
The U.S. Postal Service is experiencing rising transportation costs in the third quarter as it adjusts its logistics network to accommodate a contract arrangement with UPS that routes certain volume t
Amazon's Shipping Services Threaten Traditional Intermodal Carriers
Amazon's strategic push into shipping services represents a structural shift in how large retailers handle freight movement, potentially disrupting the established intermodal carrier ecosystem. Histor
Why SMBs Struggle with DIY Shipping, and How to Fix It
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) frequently attempt to manage shipping operations independently, believing they can reduce costs and maintain control. However, this approach often backfires du
Sarjak Container Lines Expands Vietnam Operations Via Vantage Partnership
Sarjak Container Lines has announced a strategic partnership with Vantage Logistics Corporation to deepen its operational footprint in Vietnam, a critical hub in Southeast Asian containerized trade. T
Carrier Partnerships Drive Freight Success as Spot Rates Surge 40-70%
RXO's VP of National Account Sales Brian Reilly highlights a critical shift in the freight market: spot rates are now running 40% to 70% above contracted lane rates, making traditional waterfall routi
Saudia Cargo & Riyadh Cargo Interline Deal Expands Global Reach
Saudia Cargo and Riyadh Cargo have formalized an interline agreement designed to enhance their combined capacity and extend their global service footprint. This partnership represents a strategic move
ODW Logistics Strategy: Private Ownership & Market Leadership
ODW Logistics, operating as a privately-held company, is positioning itself as a distinctive player in the logistics market by leveraging operational autonomy and long-term strategic planning. In a Fr