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(20 articles)Softlink Global Launches Sports-Inspired Freight Leadership Playbook
Softlink Global has introduced a football-inspired playbook designed to help freight leaders improve operational strategy and team coordination. This strategic initiative frames logistics management t
US Tests Nuclear Power for Ships at Long Beach Port
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration has announced the first formal agreement to test small modular reactors (SMRs) at the Port of Long Beach, the nation's busiest container
Maersk Launches $3B Battery Logistics Push in U.S. Market
Maersk is making a strategic entry into the specialized battery logistics market in the United States by launching new ground freight capabilities. This $3 billion market opportunity reflects the acce
J.B. Hunt's 360box: Next-Gen Intermodal Containers Boost Freight Flow
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. has introduced 360box, a new intermodal container initiative designed to enhance freight flow efficiency across North American supply chains. This technology-driven a
FreightTech Awards 2027: Nominations Open June 29
FreightWaves has announced that nominations for the eighth annual FreightTech Awards will open on Monday, June 29, 2026, with an application deadline of August 31, 2026. The program recognizes the mos
PepsiCo Expands Autonomous Truck Fleet to Address Staffing Gaps
PepsiCo has signed a multiyear partnership with autonomous vehicle operator Gatik to deploy self-driving trucks across its North American supply chain. This strategic move directly addresses persisten
Yusen Logistics Deploys AI Disruption Radar for Real-Time Risk
Yusen Logistics, a major Japanese logistics provider, has introduced an AI-powered supply chain disruption radar designed to anticipate and mitigate supply chain risks in real-time. This technology re
Next Trucking Expands Online Freight Shipping Platform
Next Trucking has announced an expansion of its online freight shipping platform, signaling continued investment in digital marketplaces within the trucking sector. This move reflects broader industry
Einride Launches Cabless Truck Trials in Ohio with Ease Logistics
Einride, a Swedish autonomous transportation technology firm, has begun operating cabless trucks on Ohio roadways as part of a pilot program with logistics provider Ease Logistics. This milestone repr
Freightos Q1 Growth Disappoints: 15% YoY Amid Cash Burn Concerns
Freightos, a leading digital freight booking platform, is struggling to maintain investor momentum as Q1 2026 results reveal significant headwinds. While processing 425,000 transactions, the company a
Quantum Computing Powers Next-Gen Autonomous Freight Optimization
Einride, a leader in autonomous electric freight technology, has partnered with IonQ, a quantum computing company, to apply quantum algorithms to logistics optimization challenges. This collaboration
African Logistics Transformation: Building Modern Supply Networks
This article highlights a strategic shift in Africa's logistics sector, where expertise from aerospace and aviation backgrounds is being applied to develop modern trucking and logistics infrastructure
DHL Reveals Key Logistics Industry Trends Shaping 2026
DHL has published forward-looking analysis identifying critical trends expected to reshape the logistics landscape in 2026. As a global logistics leader, DHL's trend assessment carries significant wei
Autonomous Trucks Becoming Economically Viable for Freight
The autonomous trucking sector is reaching an inflection point where unit economics are becoming increasingly favorable for widespread adoption. As technology matures and operational costs decline, au
Amazon's Shipping Push Threatens Intermodal Carrier Status Quo
Amazon's aggressive expansion into shipping and logistics services represents a structural shift in the intermodal freight market, challenging established carriers and freight forwarders. By verticall
Schneider Marks 35 Years Leading Intermodal Transport Innovation
Schneider is marking a significant operational milestone by celebrating 35 years of specialized intermodal transportation expertise. This anniversary highlights the company's sustained focus on delive
Bot Auto Completes America's First Fully Autonomous Truck Delivery
Bot Auto has successfully completed America's first fully humanless commercial truckload delivery, marking a watershed moment in autonomous vehicle adoption within the trucking industry. This achievem
Rail Giants Test New Routes as West Coast Port Bottlenecks Persist
West Coast port congestion is forcing major rail carriers to rethink their operational playbooks. Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific are actively testing new routing and service models to move freight
European Freight Future: Executive Insights from Deloitte
Deloitte has released a comprehensive executive brief examining the trajectory of freight operations across Europe, synthesizing key trends in logistics technology, regulatory evolution, and market dy
AI Transforms Road Freight into Competitive Edge for Logistics
The World Economic Forum highlights AI's transformative potential in road freight, positioning intelligent technologies as a critical differentiator for logistics companies worldwide. Rather than simp