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(34 articles)Port and inland congestion now exceed ship capacity as supply chain chokepoints
The global supply chain has undergone a fundamental shift in its primary constraint. For years, maritime shipping capacity dominated discussions of supply chain risk, with vessel availability and ocea
LTL Carriers Expand Networks but Lag Behind Lost Capacity
The US LTL (less-than-truckload) carrier sector is undertaking significant network expansion initiatives to restore capacity lost during recent market disruptions, though recovery remains incomplete r
FTR Shippers Index Retreats on Weak Freight Demand
The FTR Shippers Conditions Index has declined again, reflecting continued softness in freight demand across North American transportation markets. Low freight volumes are the primary driver of the in
Knight-Swift Expands LTL Network with 4 New Terminals
Knight-Swift Transportation's less-than-truckload subsidiary, AAA Cooper, has opened four new terminals in May across strategic markets, including expansions in existing operating areas (Phoenix and O
FedEx Navigates Rising Global Logistics Demand
FedEx Corp. is actively managing its operations in response to evolving global logistics demand patterns. The parcel giant faces a dynamic market where demand fluctuates across regions and channels, r
DHL Group Strengthens Parcel and Freight Operations Amid Global Demand
DHL Group, one of the world's largest logistics providers, is actively positioning its parcel and freight divisions to capitalize on ongoing global logistics demand. The company's emphasis on these co
ITS Logistics Reports Record Freight Costs Amid 2026 Expansion
ITS Logistics has identified a critical market inflection point characterized by record freight costs converging with capacity constraints and emerging fraud vulnerabilities. This multi-factor challen
FedEx Sells CEVA to CMA CGM for $1.4B in Major 3PL Consolidation
FedEx has divested its CEVA Logistics supply chain unit to ocean and container shipping giant CMA CGM for $1.4 billion, marking a significant consolidation in the third-party logistics (3PL) market. T
Port Congestion Immobilizes 11% of Global Container Fleet
Global port congestion has reached a critical threshold, with approximately 11% of the active container fleet currently idle in port queues awaiting berth space or cargo operations. This represents a
Expeditors Expands Logistics Operations as Global Trade Demand Shifts
Expeditors International, a leading global freight forwarder and logistics provider, is enhancing its operational capacity and service offerings to accommodate the evolving landscape of international
Global Road Freight Driver Shortage Threatens Supply Chains
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) has sounded an alarm on a pervasive and worsening driver shortage affecting road freight operations worldwide. This structural labor challenge threatens th
BNSF's $4B Barstow Hub: Game-Changer or Costly Bet?
BNSF, the Berkshire Hathaway-owned railroad, has secured local approval for the Barstow International Gateway (BIG), positioned to become North America's largest intermodal facility. Originally concei
UPS Invests $48M in Cold-Chain Freight Facilities Expansion
United Parcel Service has announced a $48 million investment in cold-chain freight facilities, signaling the carrier's strategic commitment to temperature-controlled logistics. This capital deployment
EU Parliament Calls for Military Prioritization of Ports & Airports
The European Parliament has issued a directive requesting member states to prioritize the adaptation and allocation of critical transportation infrastructure—specifically ports, airports, and railways
Brazil's $169B Agribusiness Faces Logistics Crisis
Brazil's $169 billion agribusiness sector—a global powerhouse in agricultural exports—is encountering significant logistics constraints that threaten operational efficiency and export competitiveness.
UPS Invests $48M in Cold-Chain Logistics Expansion
UPS has announced a $48 million strategic investment in temperature-controlled freight cross-dock facilities, signaling intensified commitment to healthcare logistics specialization. This capital allo
ITS Logistics Expands Nationwide One-Day Delivery with New DC
ITS Logistics, a subsidiary of Echo Global Logistics, has opened a new distribution center that extends its one-day delivery capability across the United States. This infrastructure investment represe
Speed International Expands Multimodal Transport to Strengthen Supply Chains
Speed International Logistics has announced a significant expansion of its multimodal transport infrastructure, positioning the company to better serve the evolving demands of global supply chains. Th
Overlapping Demand Waves Disrupt Traditional Peak Season Patterns
Rhenus, a major global logistics provider, highlights a structural shift in how demand concentrates across the year. Traditionally, supply chains relied on predictable seasonal peaks—holiday retail, b
Union Challenges Military Mobility Package Logistics Feasibility
A labor union has raised serious concerns about the logistics capacity underlying Europe's Military Mobility Package, characterizing current planning assumptions as 'delusional.' The union's assessmen
Logistics Firms Struggle with Delivery Delays Amid Soaring Online Orders
Logistics firms across Southeast Asia are experiencing significant operational strain as e-commerce order volumes continue to surge, creating widespread bottlenecks in parcel delivery networks. The ar
Festive Rush Creates Vehicle Delivery Bottlenecks for Automakers
The festive season has triggered significant delivery delays across the automotive sector as logistics infrastructure struggles to handle peak demand. While specific company names and detailed figures
Global Shortages Persist: Supply Chain Faces Structural Shifts
The 2021 shortage crisis represents more than temporary disruption—it signals a fundamental recalibration of global supply networks. Rather than a quick bounce-back to pre-pandemic equilibrium, supply
Saia Tonnage Growth Accelerates on Market Recovery Signals
Saia Inc., a major less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, reported accelerating tonnage growth in May, with year-over-year increases of 8.4% driven by rising shipment volumes and heavier freight. While th
UPS Invests $50M to Expand Air Freight Service Capacity
UPS has announced a $50 million investment dedicated to expanding and enhancing its air freight services, reflecting the carrier's strategic focus on strengthening express logistics capabilities in th
DHL Expands North America Logistics for Data Center Demand Surge
DHL is strategically expanding its North American logistics footprint in response to accelerating demand for specialized data center logistics services. This expansion represents a significant shift i
Frankfurt Cargo Services Expands Pharma Warehouse Capacity
Frankfurt Cargo Services has announced the expansion of its pharmaceutical logistics capabilities through a new specialized facility, positioning itself to capture growing demand in the European pharm
Heavy Weight Express Expands Capacity for 3000kg Shipments
Logistics Business has announced expansion of its Heavy Weight Express service tier, now accommodating individual shipments weighing up to 3000kg. This capability enhancement addresses growing demand
China Freight Market Hits $1.31 Trillion Milestone
China's freight market has crossed the USD 1.31 trillion threshold, representing a significant expansion in one of the world's largest logistics ecosystems. This milestone reflects sustained demand fo
Amazon Logistics Threatens FedEx, UPS Market Share
Amazon's accelerated investment in proprietary logistics capabilities represents a structural threat to established parcel carriers FedEx and UPS, driving significant market repricing. The e-commerce
Holiday Supply Chain Disruptions Threaten Peak Season Sales
Supply chain disruptions are creating a critical mismatch during the peak holiday sales season, where strong consumer demand is being constrained by logistics capacity limitations. Publishers and reta
Amazon's Logistics Network Expansion Pressures Freight Stocks
Amazon's strategic decision to open its proprietary logistics network to external businesses represents a structural shift in the competitive landscape for freight and third-party logistics (3PL) prov
Old Dominion Freight Shipments Drop 7.9% Amid Market Slowdown
Old Dominion Freight Line, one of North America's largest less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers, has reported a 7.9% decline in shipment volumes, reflecting broader softness in freight demand across the
European Road Freight 2026: Market Outlook & Capacity Trends
Upply's outlook analysis examines structural trends and market dynamics shaping European road freight transport heading into 2026. The forecast addresses capacity constraints, demand pressures, and re