Logistics News
For the commercial transportation business, moving things from point A to point B is job one. This coverage explores all of those movements at a global level and focuses on everything from global trade, ocean shipping, and port activity to intermodal business, rail operations and the greater supply chain.
U.S.-Asia crude shipments face freight shock
U.S. crude oil exports to Asia are set to hit multiyear lows after the Iran war pushed the cost to lease a tanker for the journey to a record of almost $80 million.
October 22, 2026Mullen Group holds capital for Canadian project boom
The Okotoks, Alberta-based company has positioned its specialized transport networks for incoming energy, infrastructure and industrial developments.
October 22, 2026Oil prices increase as 7 tankers reported damaged in Hormuz
Brent crude gained 2.2% to $111.19 per barrel. It has been bouncing between $97 and $112 in recent days on uncertainty about when the war with Iran will allow the global energy industry to return to normal.
October 22, 2026Knight-Swift CEO sees opportunities post-Montgomery
Knight-Swift CEO Adam Miller expressed optimism Oct. 21 that the market is shifting to better favor safe carriers after Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II.
October 22, 2026FMCSA adds ethanol, heating oil to fuel hauler waiver
FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs expanded the waiver to provide motor carriers with more flexibility when transporting fuel to offset global supply disruptions, higher demand and rising costs.
October 21, 2026Tanker from Russia loaded with diesel to sail Oct. 22
In a phone call with Trump earlier this month, Putin agreed to relax diesel-export restrictions and send more fuel to the global market, including the U.S.
October 21, 2026International moves ahead on second shift at San Antonio plant
International Motors will introduce a second shift at its San Antonio truck assembly plant in 2027 to meet growing demand after already increasing output in 2026.
October 21, 2026Q&A: Mack sees cautious optimism among fleets
Mack Trucks President Jonathan Randall and Service Director Ashish Sadhu talked about the market outlook, product investments and preparations for 2027.
October 21, 2026U.S. to tap national diesel reserve as prices soar
The Energy Department plans to loan 315,000 barrels from the 1 million-barrel Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve, according to a statement Oct. 21.
October 21, 2026Oil prices unsteady on elevated risk in Strait of Hormuz
The price of Brent crude dipped 0.4% to $108.31 per barrel. A day earlier it rose to nearly $112, approaching its highest price since the war with Iran began in late February.
October 21, 2026