#warehouse-capacity
(29 articles)Prologis Boosts Development Forecast on Strong Q3, Segro Deal
Prologis reported strong third-quarter financial results with $2.39 billion in consolidated revenue, 8% above consensus estimates, and raised its full-year development starts forecast to $5.0-5.75 bil
US Copper Tariffs Drive Historic Port Inventory Surge in 2026
The US expanded Section 232 copper tariffs in April 2026 from taxing only copper content to imposing 50% duties on entire product value, fundamentally reshaping import economics for semi-finished and
January Peak Crushes European Ecommerce Logistics with 11-Day Windows
European ecommerce logistics networks face an underestimated capacity crunch during January, contrary to industry assumptions that Q4 is the peak pressure period. The combination of Christmas product
R600M Durban Logistics Park Construction Begins
Construction has commenced on a R600 million logistics park in Durban, representing a significant capacity expansion for South Africa's supply chain infrastructure. This development addresses growing
Transportation Prices Surge as Truck Capacity Hits 10-Month Low
The September Logistics Managers' Index reveals a significantly tightening transportation market characterized by record pricing pressure and persistent capacity constraints. Transportation prices cli
Walmart Invests $300M in Ohio Fulfillment Center for Oversized Goods
Walmart is investing $300 million in a new fulfillment center near Cincinnati, Ohio, specifically designed to handle oversized and non-sortable items such as televisions and furniture. This facility r
CMA CGM Completes $1.4B FedEx Supply Chain Takeover
CMA CGM has successfully completed its $1.4 billion acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain, integrating the business into its Ceva logistics subsidiary. This strategic move represents a major consolidation
Virginia's 3PL Warehouses Drive Regional Shipping Growth
Southeastern Virginia has emerged as a strategic warehousing hub for third-party logistics (3PL) providers serving regional shippers across the mid-Atlantic. The article highlights how 3PL facilities
Ross Stores Plans $500M California Distribution Center
Ross Stores is making a significant capital commitment to expand its distribution infrastructure with a planned 1.75 million-square-foot distribution center in California, representing a $500 million
Lego Invests $400M in Mexico Warehouse Expansion
Lego is making a significant infrastructure investment in its Mexico operations, allocating $400 million to expand warehouse space and packing capabilities. This strategic move reflects the toymaker's
Retail Sales Hit 11-Month High: Supply Chain Demand Surge
U.S. retail sales have reached an 11-month consecutive growth streak through August, signaling robust consumer demand and a critical inflection point for supply chain operators. This sustained upward
Amazon Opens Full Logistics Network to Third-Party Sellers via ASCS
Amazon has announced the expansion of its Anywhere Courier Seller Services (ASCS) platform, opening its extensive logistics network infrastructure to third-party businesses beyond its core e-commerce
Averitt Opens 100K-Sq-Ft Jackson Facility Amid Network Expansion
Averitt, a 55-year-old Tennessee-based less-than-truckload carrier, has officially opened a 100,000-square-foot distribution and fulfillment facility in Jackson, Mississippi, representing a strategic
Reitar Logtech & Smart Pointer Launch Cold-Chain JV in Hong Kong
Reitar Logtech Holdings and Smart Pointer Logistics Warehouse have established a joint venture to significantly expand cold-chain fulfillment infrastructure across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.
DP World Opens New Malaysia Warehouse, Expands SE Asia Logistics
DP World, a leading global supply chain and logistics operator, is accelerating its contract logistics footprint across Southeast Asia through the establishment of a new warehouse facility in Malaysia
Amazon Opens 1M Sq Ft Distribution Hub in Connecticut
Amazon is investing in significant regional warehousing infrastructure by developing a 1-million-square-foot distribution center in Norwich, Connecticut. This facility represents a strategic expansion
AI Build-Out Reshapes Freight: Warehouse Demand Surges 18%
The accelerating deployment of artificial intelligence infrastructure is fundamentally restructuring the warehousing and freight sectors in ways that supply chain professionals cannot ignore. Warehous
Amazon's New Logistics Service Threatens 3PL Warehouse Operators
Amazon has introduced a new logistics service that directly competes with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and warehouse operators, targeting their fastest-growing customer segments. This strateg
Walmart Proposes 1.5M Sq Ft Fulfillment Warehouse in New York
Walmart has filed a development request for a 1.5 million-square-foot fulfillment warehouse in Wallkill, Orange County, New York, signaling continued investment in regional distribution infrastructure
African Cargo Surge Strains Logistics Network Capacity
Africa's cargo volumes are expanding at a pace that outstrips existing logistics infrastructure, creating a critical stress test for regional supply chains. The continent's rapid economic growth and i
450% Container Transport Surge Driven by Inadequate Holding Bay Capacity
A critical capacity shortfall in container holding bays has precipitated a dramatic 450% surge in container transport demand, signaling systemic inefficiency in port-side staging infrastructure. This
Shipping Snarls Test Logistics Giants as Demand Strains Capacity
Rising shipping delays and logistics congestion are drawing scrutiny to major supply chain infrastructure providers like Prologis, the global leader in logistics real estate. As global trade flows rem
Tariffs Reshape Cold Chain Strategy for Frozen Food Logistics
Tariff pressures and shifting consumer demand for frozen foods are fundamentally reshaping how supply chain professionals manage cold chain networks. According to Lineage, a leading temperature-contro
New Cold Storage Extends Fruit Export Shipping Window
A new cold storage facility has been deployed to support fruit exporters in South America, providing extended holding capacity and greater operational flexibility during peak harvest seasons. This inf
FedEx Opens New Košice Facility to Boost Central Europe Logistics
FedEx has announced the opening of a new distribution facility in Košice, Slovakia, signaling the company's strategic commitment to strengthening its logistics network across Central Europe. This faci
Segro Rejects Prologis $18.2B Bid: What's Next?
Prologis has made three successive acquisition proposals to Segro, with the latest valuation reaching $18.2 billion and including a partial cash alternative. Despite the sweetened offer, Segro's board
Intermodal Freight Booms as Shippers Seek Cost Savings
Recent Q2 earnings reports from major logistics players reveal a significant market shift toward intermodal transportation as shippers seek cost advantages amid tight warehouse capacity and evolving r
CMA CGM Acquires FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4B, Gains 150 Warehouses
CMA CGM's $1.4 billion acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain represents a major structural shift in North American logistics infrastructure. The French shipping conglomerate gains immediate access to 150
Qube Holdings Expands Logistics Network Amid Sector Growth
Qube Holdings, a major Australian logistics provider, is strategically expanding its logistics infrastructure to strengthen its market position and operational capacity. This move reflects broader con