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(15 articles)Air Cargo Demand Surges 4.4% in August 2026, IATA Data Shows
The International Air Transport Association reported a 4.4% year-over-year increase in air cargo demand for August 2026, reflecting continued strength in global trade activity and freight volumes. Thi
33 Daily Freighters Show Hyperscaler Boom Reshaping Air Trade
The rapid expansion of hyperscale data centers is creating an extraordinary surge in air cargo demand, with 33 freighters per day now dedicated to moving data center equipment into the United States.
Algeciras Holds 4th Position Among Europe's Top Ports
The Port of Algeciras has retained its position as the fourth-largest port in Europe by tonnage moved, underscoring its strategic importance as a logistics hub in the Mediterranean and Atlantic gatewa
Australia's Major Intermodal Terminal Ramps Up Freight Handling
Australia's largest intermodal terminal is experiencing increased freight activity, signaling growing demand for domestic and international logistics services. This capacity ramp-up reflects broader e
Africa-Far East Trade Lane Stalls While Asia Exports Surge
Container volumes on the Africa-Far East trade lane have virtually flatlined, growing at just 0.6% year-over-year according to the latest Container Trades Statistics data. This stagnation marks a shar
XPO August Tonnage Growth Tracks Q3 Guidance Amid Manufacturing Recovery
XPO Logistics delivered August operational metrics that support its mid-single-digit tonnage growth guidance for the third quarter, reinforcing positive momentum in the less-than-truckload (LTL) freig
Saia Reports 8.7% Freight Tonnage Growth in August
Saia, a major less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, reported an 8.7% increase in freight tonnage on a per-workday basis during August, indicating sustained demand strength in the trucking sector. This me
Saia's August Tonnage Growth Accelerates Amid Easier Comparisons
Saia Inc., a major less-than-truckload carrier, posted accelerating tonnage growth in August with an 8.7% year-over-year increase driven by easier prior-year comparisons and a robust rate environment.
Laredo Border Gateway Faces Capacity Strain as Mexico Trade Surges
Mexico maintains its position as America's largest trading partner with $89.2 billion in June commerce, significantly outpacing Canada and China. Laredo, Texas continues to serve as the nation's prima
BNSF Rail Freight Earnings Jump 13.9% on Volume and Rate Growth
BNSF Railway delivered solid second-quarter financial results, with pre-tax earnings rising 13.9% to $2.06 billion and revenue climbing 14.6% to $6.56 billion. The growth was driven by a combination o
India Air Freight Surges 16% in June, Delhi Reaches 100K Tonnes
India's air freight sector demonstrated robust growth in June 2024, with volumes increasing 16% year-over-year and Delhi solidifying its position as the nation's leading cargo hub. Delhi's achievement
Kenya SGR Hits 50M Tonne Milestone in Freight Growth
Kenya's Standard Gauge Railway has achieved a significant operational milestone by surpassing 50 million tonnes in cumulative freight volume, representing substantial growth in the country's inland ra
Union Pacific Reports Record Q2 Results, Raises EPS Outlook
Union Pacific delivered a record-breaking second quarter, posting $6.86 billion in revenue (up 12%) and $2.8 billion in operating income (up 9%), while raising its full-year earnings per share guidanc
Intermodal Rail Volume Surges 7.2% as Carloads Decline
Recent weekly data from the Association of American Railroads reveals a structural shift in North American rail freight patterns, with intermodal containers and trailers now significantly outpacing tr
DHL Reports Steady Global Demand, Strengthens Logistics Leadership
DHL's financial performance reflects sustained momentum in global logistics demand, signaling confidence in the supply chain recovery trajectory across multiple regions and customer segments. The comp