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(9 articles)Truckload Capacity Exodus Accelerates; Industry Still in Early Innings
The U.S. truckload market is experiencing a structural contraction that industry leaders believe is only in its early-to-mid stages. Multiple pressures, regulatory enforcement cracking down on unlicen
Freight Procurement Strategies for Capturing Savings in Market Downturns
As freight markets experience cyclical pressure, shippers face a critical window to restructure procurement strategies and renegotiate carrier contracts. When capacity softens and rates decline, suppl
Truckload Market Stabilizes at 13.57% Rejections; Q4 Volatility Looms
The U.S. truckload freight market is entering a window of relative stability, with tender rejection rates hovering near 13.57%, down from a July 4th peak of 17.5% but significantly above January's cyc
Canadian Shippers Pivot Away From US as Tariff Talks Collapse
Canada-US trade negotiations have deteriorated significantly, prompting Canadian logistics providers to report increased client demand for alternatives to US-centric supply chains. The breakdown cente
West Coast Ports Offer $3,334 Savings vs East Coast Routes
Ocean freight rates on trans-Pacific routes have reached unprecedented levels, with East Coast imports commanding a $3,334 per FEU premium over West Coast gateways, a spread that now exceeds the entir
2026 US Truckload Capacity Crunch: Rate-Defense Strategies
The US trucking market is facing a structural capacity crunch projected for 2026, driven by factors including driver shortages, regulatory compliance costs, fleet aging, and rising fuel prices. This a
Domestic Intermodal Boom: Why Freight Volumes Surge
Intermodal freight is experiencing unexpected growth in the domestic market, marking a significant shift from traditional import/export patterns. According to Anne Reinke, President & CEO of IANA (Int
TRAFFIX: Book Carrier Commitments Now as Cross-Border Capacity Tightens
TRAFFIX, a logistics coordination platform, is issuing an urgent advisory to shippers to commit to carrier capacity well in advance as cross-border trucking capacity continues to experience structural
Freight Spot Rates Hit Record Highs Ahead of July 4th
The North American freight market is experiencing exceptional volatility as spot rates reach record highs in the weeks leading up to the July 4th holiday. This surge reflects a significant spike in fr