#cross-border-freight
(16 articles)Trump's 50% Canadian tariffs escalate North American trade chaos
President Trump's announcement of sweeping 50% tariffs on approximately $20 billion in Canadian imports marks a significant escalation in North American trade tensions. Using Section 338 of the Tariff
Egypt becomes guarantor for UN-backed international road transport
Egypt has assumed the role of guarantor for UN-backed international road transport agreements, marking a significant institutional commitment to cross-border freight movements. This development streng
RFA and SAFLA Unite on Border Reform Initiative
The Road Freight Association (RFA) and the South American Freight Logistics Association (SAFLA) have announced a collaborative effort to push forward reforms at international borders, specifically tar
Toyota Relocates Tacoma Production to Texas, Reshaping North America Auto Supply Chain
Toyota's strategic decision to shift Tacoma pickup production from Baja California to San Antonio represents a significant structural shift in North American automotive manufacturing. The $3.6 billion
FedEx Expands International Economy Freight Service
FedEx has introduced or enhanced its International Economy Freight service, positioning the carrier as a reliable option for cost-conscious cross-border logistics. This move reflects FedEx's strategic
Laredo Rail Park Offers New Intermodal Gateway for U.S.-Mexico Trade
The U.S. Surface Transportation Board has approved construction of the Laredo Gateway Industrial Railway, a 2.6-mile short-line railroad within Gateway International Rail Park in South Texas. Develope
TRAFFIX Launches NAX Index for Real-Time Cross-Border Freight
TRAFFIX has launched the NAX (North American Cross-border Index), a new intelligence tool designed to provide real-time tracking and analysis of freight conditions across North American borders. This
Uber Freight Reports Earlier Peak Season, Strong Mexico Demand
Uber Freight is reporting an earlier arrival of peak freight season, driven by stronger-than-anticipated demand from Mexico. This shift signals evolving patterns in cross-border logistics and suggests
Kenya, Uganda Railways Partner for Seamless Northern Corridor Freight
Kenya and Uganda's national railway operators have formalized a commitment to enhance operational coordination along the Northern Corridor, a critical East African trade route. This bilateral agreemen
TRAFFIX Launches NAX Index: New Monthly Cross-Border Freight Metric
TRAFFIX has launched the NAX Index, a new monthly intelligence tool designed to measure and track cross-border freight conditions across North America. This development addresses a critical gap in rea
TRAFFIX Launches NAX Index for Real-Time Cross-Border Freight
TRAFFIX has unveiled the NAX Index, a novel monthly benchmarking tool designed to measure and track cross-border freight conditions in real time. This initiative addresses a critical gap in supply cha
Rhenus Strengthens Asia-Pacific Cross-Border Road Freight Network
Rhenus, a major global 3PL provider, is expanding its cross-border road freight infrastructure throughout the Asia-Pacific region. This strategic investment signals growing confidence in regional trad
CEVA & Lenovo Launch Electric Truck Pilot Between China–Kazakhstan
CEVA Logistics and Lenovo have initiated a joint pilot program deploying electric trucks on freight routes between China and Kazakhstan, marking a significant step toward decarbonizing cross-border su
Car Shipping to Mexico 2025: Essential Guide & Provider Comparison
FreightWaves has published a comprehensive resource guide on automotive shipping to Mexico for 2025, addressing the logistical complexities of cross-border vehicle movement. This guide appears designe
US-Mexico Trucking Market Tightens on Phantom Capacity, Not Demand
The U.S.-Mexico trucking market is experiencing a counterintuitive tightening in early 2026—not driven by surging demand, but by structural constraints tied to compliance, security vetting, and driver
Werner Doubles Mexico Intermodal Fleet to 800 Containers
Werner Enterprises is significantly scaling its cross-border intermodal operations into Mexico, doubling its owned container fleet from approximately 400 to 800 units by the end of the year. This expa