#freight-forecasting
(5 articles)PTA vs ETA: Why Ocean Freight Teams Need Both Numbers
Ocean freight planning has traditionally relied on a single metric: the carrier's published ETA. However, a growing segment of sophisticated supply chain teams are now adopting a dual-metric approach,
Trucking Lead Times Hit 3-Year High: What It Means for Shippers
National truckload tender lead times have climbed to 3.71 days, the highest level in at least three years, signaling a structural shift in how shippers and carriers manage capacity, even during typica
Q4 Mini-Peak Emerges as Early Peak Season Becomes 'New Baseline'
The shipping market is experiencing a fundamental shift in seasonal patterns, with peak season arriving significantly earlier than pre-pandemic norms. The Shanghai Containerised Freight Index has decl
Air Freight 2026: Rate & Capacity Outlook for Supply Planners
This strategic resource from GetTransport.com examines the evolving landscape of air freight in 2026, providing supply chain professionals with forward-looking intelligence on rates, available capacit
Fortnight Brace Pattern Predicts Ocean Freight Rate Movements
A recently identified market pattern, dubbed the 'Fortnight Brace', demonstrates a reliable week-to-week correlation between Shanghai Containerized Freight Index (SCFI) movements and subsequent World