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(22 articles)Trucking Market Tightens as Retail Peak Season Approaches
FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller reports significant tightening in the trucking market as the industry heads into the retail peak season. International container spot rates have surged 400%, signaling st
Cuba Cobalt Sanctions Disrupt Global Supply Chains
Western regulatory sanctions targeting Cuban cobalt production represent a significant structural disruption to global critical mineral supply chains. For supply chain professionals managing sourcing
Freight Recession Ends: Trucking Market Rebounds as Rates Rise
Bloomberg Intelligence analyst Lee Klaskow asserts that the freight recession—which has pressured the trucking industry for months—appears to be ending. This recovery signals a structural shift in tra
Data Center Crackdown Disrupts Asia Air Cargo Demand Growth
The rapid expansion of AI data center infrastructure has become a major demand driver for high-value freight exports from Asia, but this growth is now facing significant regulatory headwinds. Moratori
EU Entry/Exit System 2026: Trucking Impact & Compliance Guide
The European Union's Entry/Exit System (EES) is set to go live in 2026, introducing significant new border management procedures that will fundamentally alter how trucks navigate EU entry and exit poi
H.R. 5408 Faster Labor Contracts Act Clears House, Threatens Supply Chain
The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 5408, the Faster Labor Contracts Act, on June 9, 2026, by a vote of 230–193. The bill compresses first-contract union negotiations into a rigid 120-day fr
Supreme Court Expands Freight Broker Liability: What You Need to Know
The Supreme Court has issued a landmark decision that significantly expands the legal liability exposure facing freight brokers across North America. This ruling clarifies that freight brokers can be
US Forwarders Oppose Customs Operations Cuts, Warn Supply Chain Impact
US freight forwarders and air cargo operators are mobilizing against proposed reductions to customs clearance operations, raising concerns about the structural capacity of the US import/export infrast
EU ETS Could Disrupt Military & Energy Shipments
The EU's expanding emissions trading system (ETS) presents a significant operational threat to shipments of critical military equipment and energy infrastructure, sectors that rely heavily on speciali
Tariff Disruption Strengthens Independent Supply Chain Position
According to the KBSA (Kent Business School Association or similar body), tariff disruptions are creating an unexpected competitive advantage for independent supply chain operators and retailers. Whil
SCOTUS Ruling Could Push Truckload Rates to $5.00/Mile
A potential Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruling is expected to have significant downstream effects on the trucking industry, with FreightWaves speculating that truckload rates could sur
Supreme Court Tariff Decision Creates Uncertainty for US Manufacturers
A recent Supreme Court decision on tariffs has left manufacturers grappling with increased uncertainty regarding import costs, compliance obligations, and long-term supply chain strategy. The ruling c
Truckload Spot Rates Hit 4-Year High as Capacity Tightens
RXO's Q1 earnings reveal a structural tightening in the truckload spot market, with rates reaching a four-year high and growing 16.5% year-over-year despite subdued freight demand. This counterintuiti
Freight Brokers Face Tighter Legal Liability in Negligent Hiring Cases
Recent court developments are materially narrowing the legal protections that freight brokers have historically enjoyed in negligent hiring litigation. This shift means brokers can no longer rely on s
US Tariffs on Pharma Threaten Drug Costs and Global Supply
US tariff policies targeting pharmaceutical imports present a critical structural challenge to global drug supply chains and patient access. The pharmaceutical industry relies heavily on cross-border
EU Parcel Tax Triggers 65% Cargo Drop at Vatry Airport
France's premature rollout of an EU-wide tax on small parcels from ecommerce marketplaces has created an acute operational crisis at Vatry Airport, with cargo volumes plummeting 65% within just ten we
Supreme Court Ruling Opens Brokers to State Liability Lawsuits
On May 14, the US Supreme Court delivered a unanimous 9-0 decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC that fundamentally reshapes legal exposure for the nation's approximately 30,000 freight br
Supreme Court Freight Broker Ruling Disappoints Transportation Industry
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a ruling on freight brokers that has drawn criticism from the transportation industry, which views the decision as unfavorable to their interests and operational flex
100% Pharma Tariffs: Supply Chain & Manufacturing Impact
A proposed 100% tariff regime on pharmaceutical imports represents a structural shift in U.S. trade policy with far-reaching consequences for the pharmaceutical supply chain. This development reflects
Stricter Security Measures Force Heavy Cargo Shippers to Rethink Strategy
DHL has issued guidance on how evolving security protocols will reshape heavy cargo transport operations globally. The stricter measures are designed to enhance supply chain resilience and reduce risk
Supreme Court Tariff Decision: Plan Your Supply Chain Response Now
The Supreme Court has issued a significant tariff decision that will reshape how U.S. businesses manage international supply chains and import strategies. This ruling carries structural implications f
Ryder's 80% Stock Gain Hinges on Used Vehicle Sales—Strategy Mismatch
Ryder System reported strong first-quarter 2026 earnings with stock gains exceeding 80% year-over-year, yet the company's operational growth remains modest. Fleet Management Solutions revenue grew jus