Industry News Feed

This week in Borderlands: Border factories losing jobs, production to tariffs; Echo Global Logistics joins U.S. Customs trade security program; and Mexico sets record with $34B in foreign investment over two years. The post Borderlands Mex[...]

Are declining import bookings a response to erratic trade policy, or are there broader economic signals to be gleaned? The post Import slide continues after early peak appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

The end of the U.S. de minimis exemption is disrupting European postal service for parcel customers. The post Global postal operators suspend parcel service to US appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Why This Class Matters in a Down Market Rates are tight, volumes are shifting, and fuel isn’t doing anyone any favors. A lot of carriers are hanging on by a thread, and in a down market, it’s natural to think adding a second truck might[...]

Container rates on the closely-watched eastbound trans-Pacific fall to their lowest levels since before the Red Sea crisis erupted in 2023.  The post Trans-Pacific container rates fall to pre-Red Sea crisis levels appeared first on Freight[...]

FreightWaves’ FreightTech Awards highlight innovation in freight technology. They spotlight the top 100 FreightTech companies and the top 25 winners selected by industry experts. The post Nomination window dwindling for 2025 FreightTech A[...]

Some small carriers treat the rate confirmation like just another attachment—something to forward and forget. But the smartest ones know better. They use it as a control point. Because the rate con doesn’t just say where a load goes—i[...]

BNSF Railway and CSX said they will partner on seamless coast-to-coast rail service, just weeks after Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern proposed their own transcontinental merger.  The post BNSF and CSX announce new joint domestic and int[...]

No warning light. No catastrophic failure. Just a slow, consistent leak in your fuel economy and regen performance until you’re wondering where all your margin went. Let’s talk real. If you’re running a DPF-equipped truck, that 7th in[...]

AI adoption and supply chain traceability, highlighting the impact and future potential. The post Tech Roundup: Organizations plan to double down on AI Investment appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

DHL Express has extended its trial contract with Global Crossing Airlines, a Miami-based provider of dedicated contract air and as-needed charter flights, by four months, Global Crossing said in its earnings report last week. Global Crossin[...]

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick backed Union Pacific’s proposed $72 billion takeover of Norfolk Southern, saying it will create more efficient transcontinental rail freight transportation. The post Lutnick backs Union Pacific-Norfo[...]

The Trump administration announced Thursday night it is immediately pausing issuing of worker visas for commercial truck drivers. The post Update: Trump administration immediately pausing all new commercial truck driver work visas appeared [...]

FreightWaves’ Craig Fuller and Zach Strickland see housing and auto headwinds, and rising carrier bankruptcies in August’s State of Freight. The post State of Freight for August: Market outlook remains murky appeared first on FreightWav[...]

J.B. Hunt Transport Services promotes Brad Delco to chief financial officer. The post J.B. Hunt taps Brad Delco as next CFO appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Every two weeks, another headline drops about a new pilot project or infrastructure upgrade—but this one’s worth a closer look. This month, Caltrans and the Solano Transportation Authority officially broke ground on a long-overdue moder[...]

We’ve seen owner-operators burn thousands chasing software that promised to “run their whole fleet” and then just sat there unused. The truth? Google Sheets can do some of what those systems do—without taking a bite out of your cash[...]

Direct freight isn’t posted on a load board, and you won’t stumble into it at a truck stop. It’s earned. Earned through professionalism, consistency, and running your operation like a real business—not a hustle. Shippers aren’t lo[...]

Lawmakers are being pushed to consider loosening weight limits for trucks as Congress begins work on the next highway bill. The post Retailers, trucking clash over vehicle weight limits appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

If you’re a fleet owner, owner operator, or small carrier trying to build a team that lasts, listen up: what happens in the first 30 days with a new driver doesn’t just impact their performance—it determines whether they’ll stil[...]

Training gaps and outdated tools have left freight security full of blind spots; competition makes them wider. The trucking industry carries roughly 70% of all goods across the United States, yet it’s operating in the middle of a freight [...]

US-EU trade deal cuts tariffs, boosts energy and digital trade, and aims to balance commerce by 2028. The post US-EU trade deal: new framework agreement boosts transatlantic economic ties appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Discover Polar King's PKM620, the largest mobile cold storage trailer, offering unmatched capacity and energy efficiency. The post Polar King’s New PKM620 Refrigerated Trailer Debuts appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Some small fleet owners measure success by how many trucks they can add. One truck becomes three, three becomes five, and before long, the whole focus is on truck count. But here’s the truth the industry rarely talks about: trucks are not[...]

A lot of folks think “growth” just means more trucks, more loads, more lanes. But that’s not growth—that can mean chaos. Real, sustainable growth comes from clarity. And clarity only comes when you know your numbers inside and out. [...]

Here’s the truth: fuel is your second-biggest cost right behind your truck payment or labor. Yet too many fleets treat it like an afterthought. If you’re not planning fuel alongside your routes, you’re not running in the most effectiv[...]

Cold storage provider Lineage announced Thursday that its facility at the Port of New Orleans now offers bonded warehouse space in addition to USDA inspections. The post Lineage expands capabilities at Port of New Orleans appeared first on [...]

If you’re still booking loads of freight based on whatever’s paying the most today, you’re not really running a business—you’re rolling dice. A business that lives only on spot freight is built on sand. The minute the tide shifts�[...]

Here’s the hard truth: you don’t control freight. You don’t control whether a shipper changes their plans last minute or if a broker backs out of a commitment. What you do control is how you respond. Too many small fleet owners treat [...]

Are you losing money to product spoilage and costly regulatory issues? In the world of cold chain logistics, a single broken link can ruin an entire shipment, impacting your bottom line, reputation, and customer satisfaction. Our new ebook,[...]

Most enterprise fleets are running into the same roadblock: outdated systems that can’t keep pace with today’s market. Adding trucks isn’t always the answer—building smarter systems is. This playbook, Technology at the Wheel: A Seve[...]

That 1.7 Million Space “Shortage” Might Not Be Real According to Truck Parking Club’s August 2025 research report, the trucking industry has been looking at the parking problem all wrong. Here’s the traditional view: For years, that[...]

California cold storage growth reshapes logistics, highlighting demand for modern facilities. The post Why Agile Cold Storage’s Vernon buy highlights California’s industry boom appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

More than 3,090 layoffs have been announced since mid-July across freight, logistics and manufacturing companies. The post Mass layoffs hit freight-related firms, over 3,000 jobs cut appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

FedEx is targeting its European operation in the next round of cost cuts. Combining U.S. ground and Express networks requires careful balancing to maintain customer service. The post FedEx sends specialists to streamline European operation[...]

Kodiak Robotics, an autonomous vehicle technology maker, has integrated NXP Semiconductors’ automotive processors and in-vehicle networking interfaces to enhance the performance and reliability of its autonomous trucking system. The partn[...]

The Pasha Group announced it has expanded service at the ports of Seattle and Tacoma by acquiring the transloading assets of MacMillan-Piper and Tacoma Transload. The post The Pasha Group acquires Pacific Northwest transloading assets appea[...]

Workhorse Group merges with Motiv, becoming a leading OEM for medium-duty electric trucks in North America. The post Workhorse Group and Motiv Electric Trucks announce merger agreement appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Weekly rail freight finished short of 2024 levels in the latest week, according to the Association of American Railroads. The post US rail freight snaps win streak appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Highway lands major investment for Carrier Identity platform to tackle fraud in the freight industry efficiently. The post Highway secures investment for carrier fraud platform appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

The state of Washington has slapped the U.S. Postal Service with a $33,000 penalty for unsafe handling of hazardous waste. The post U.S. Postal Service penalized $33K for hazmat deficiencies in Seattle appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

The son of the late FedEx founder has been nominated to the board of directors, in what could be an initial step in his succession to CEO. The post Richard Smith nominated to FedEx board, opening succession path to CEO appeared first on F[...]

Mexican train crews interchanging into the U.S. may pose a safety hazard due to lack of English language skills, a labor union warns. The post Railroad union sounds alarm on English proficiency appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

R.J. Corman Railroad Group has named Justin Broyles as president and chief executive. The post Broyles named CEO of R.J. Corman Railroad Group appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Loop merges with Data2Logistics to revolutionize supply chain data management, enhancing visibility and efficiency. The post Loop and Data2Logistics merge to unlock profit in the supply chain appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

President Donald Trump’s 50% tariff on imported steel and aluminum has been expanded to include products such as auto parts, EV components, railcars, and marine engines. The post Trump expands 50% tariff on steel and aluminum to 400 addit[...]

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. saw earnings sag as President Trump’s trade war on China hit trans-Pacific container volumes. The post Trump trade war on the trans-Pacific hits Zim Q2 profits appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

project44 bets that its data can fuel the smartest TMS on the market. The post project44 launches Intelligent TMS appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Funding heavy on AI applications and innovation for enterprise-level solutions. The post Overhaul hauls in $105 million of Series C funding appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Modern supply chains generate massive amounts of data, but it’s often fragmented and messy. The result? Poor visibility, hidden costs and missed opportunities. Loop changes that. As supply chains grow more complex and regulatory environme[...]