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.
US Cyber Weekend Sales Rose 9%
Cyber Weekend e-commerce sales grew 9% in the U.S. this year, up from 6% in 2023, according to data from Salesforce.
Mexico Warns Against ‘Inflationary’ US Tariff Plan
Donald Trump’s threat of 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada would cost the U.S. economy as many as 400,000 jobs and increase prices for American consumers, according to the Mexican government.
European Markets Slide on Trump’s Trade War Warning
Trump's threat to hit Canada, China and Mexico with tariffs because of the flow of illegal drugs and migrants into the U.S. sent European stocks lower.
Trump’s Trade Pick Pushes Strategic Decoupling From China
Jamieson Greer, who’s been nominated as the U.S. trade representative, played a key role in imposing tariffs on China during Trump’s first term.
November 27, 2024NMFTA’s LTL Freight Classification Updates Coming July 2025
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association has set July 19, 2025, as the date it will launch its updated less-than-truckload freight classification system.
November 27, 2024Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives in Washington From Alaska
A massive spruce from an Alaskan forest, chosen to be the Capitol Christmas Tree, arrived in Washington on a new flatbed trailer, accompanied by two veteran truckers from Lynden Transport.
Kenan Advantage Expands Dry Bulk With Two November Deals
North Canton, Ohio-based KAG has expanded its dry bulk transportation services with two acquisitions, strengthening its logistics capabilities across North America.
November 25, 2024Schneider Acquiring Cowan Systems in $390 Million Deal
Schneider is acquiring Baltimore-based Cowan Systems in a $390 million deal that will expand the carrier’s dedicated trucking services. The transaction is set to close by the end of 2024.
November 25, 2024October Port Container Volume Keeps Strong Pace
U.S. ports continued to report strong year-over-year gains for cargo handling in October.
Tariff Concerns Propel Chinese Exports to Record Heights
China's export growth will accelerate to 7% in the final three months from the same period last year, according to the median forecast of analysts surveyed by Bloomberg Nov. 15-21.
November 25, 2024