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Procurement
ModerateSep 16, 2026

Shippers Consolidate 3PLs but Hesitate on 4PL Upgrade

The logistics industry faces a paradox: despite 88% of shippers reporting successful relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, half are actively consolidating their 3PL portfolios. Thi

The Loadstar#3pl-consolidation#fourth-party-logistics#shipper-expectations
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 16, 2026

Dachser NZ Strengthens German-NZ Trade Through GNZCC

Dachser New Zealand has announced a partnership with the German-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce (GNZCC) centered on an Oktoberfest sponsorship initiative. This move signals the company's commitment to

PR Newswire Asia#dachser-logistics#germany-new-zealand#freight-forwarding
Shipping & Freight
ModerateAug 17, 2026

GlobalX Airlines Abandons Lawsuit, Ends Ascent Logistics Deal

Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX) has withdrawn a $30 million breach-of-contract lawsuit against its former largest shareholder Ascent Global Logistics and terminated their exclusive brokerage agreem

FreightWaves#air-freight#charter-airlines#cargo-capacity
Procurement
High ImpactAug 13, 2026

Univar Solutions Wins Freight by Investing in Carrier Relationships

Univar Solutions hosted its annual Carrier Kickoff event in Chattanooga, bringing together 100 transportation providers and 200+ attendees to emphasize that **relationship-building, not just rate nego

FreightWaves#carrier-relationships#capacity-tightening#procurement-strategy
Risk & Disruption
High ImpactJul 21, 2026

Forward Air Retains 50-75% of $250M Account After Renegotiation

Forward Air has successfully renegotiated with one of its largest customers, securing a non-binding memorandum of understanding that guarantees retention of at least 50% of a $250 million account, and

FreightWaves#customer-concentration-risk#vendor-diversification#contract-renegotiation