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Import demand continues to weaken, and while it is not a purely positive sign for transportation markets, it is not the most dire either. The post Not the weakest import demand we have ever seen appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

A newly surfaced draft memo from inside the U.S. Department of Transportation signals one of the strongest federal moves yet to identify and shut down “chameleon carriers” — companies that repeatedly shut down, reopen under new names,[...]

More than a hundred firefighters and emergency personnel were batlting an electrical fire aboard a ONE container ship that shut four terminals at the Port of Los Angeles. The post No injuries reported in container ship fire at Port of Los A[...]

Canada Post and the mail carriers’ union have agreed to end two years of bitter negotiations pending resolution of some final details. The post Canada Post, largest union announce tentative contract agreement appeared first on FreightWav[...]

Canada Post is essentially insolvent and says it needs another cash infusion to survive in the midst of labor unrest and rapidly shrinking parcel business. The post Canada Post reports record loss of $385M as parcel revenues plunge appear[...]

The November2025 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contai[...]

Some small carriers believe direct shippers only care about price, capacity, and service. But in 2025, that’s not the full picture anymore. The companies you’re trying to do business with — whether it’s a local manufacturer, a regio[...]

A South Carolina truck driver faces a major restitution payment for polluting a West Virginia waterway following a drunk-driving crash. The post Drunk trucker, company owe $1.6M after chemical spill appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

When news broke that an Uzbek terror-suspect was arrested in Kansas while holding a Pennsylvania-issued commercial driver’s license, the trucking world felt the shockwave immediately. The man’s name was Akhror Bozorov, and federal offic[...]

When Home Depot reported earnings early this week, it gave us the first real signal about how freight could shape up heading into Q1. They told us the consumer wasn’t collapsing, but they also weren’t opening their wallets like they use[...]

The used truck market has been on a roller coaster for the last five years. First came the COVID boom, when prices exploded and used tractors were selling for more than brand-new models did prior it felt like. Then came the freight recessio[...]

E-commerce volumes have been trending upwards much of the year in Australia and the postal operator has added weekend delivery for the busy holiday season. The post Australia Post adds weekend parcel delivery for holiday rush appeared first[...]

For months, the trucking industry has been waiting to see whether EPA would bend, pause, or extend the 2027 NOx emissions deadline. Industry groups filed petitions. Manufacturers warned about rushed timelines. Trucking associations argued t[...]

A mega-merger of railroads would have to reverse a slow years-long market for freight to produce growth touted by Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, an industry panel said. The post Rail merger no guarantee of growth: Analysts appeared fir[...]

The first real cold snap of the season is when a lot of truckers remember something they already knew: winter doesn’t care how busy you are, how many miles you need this week, or how tight freight already feels. Winter finds every shortcu[...]

The top law enforcement officers from three states urged federal regulators to approve the $85 billion Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern railroad merger.  The post AGs from railroads’ headquarter states back merger appeared first on Fre[...]

TITAN Containers is making a bold play to redefine what sustainable cold storage looks like with the launch of ArcticStore Horizon, a portable cold room engineered to slash energy use and global warming potential at a scale the industry has[...]

Mexico dominated U.S. trade in August as cross-border freight and goods surged to $74.4 billion. The post Mexico, Port Laredo remain on top for US trade in August appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Scania & Plus SuperDrive power Matt Jones' world-first jump between two moving autonomous trucks requiring superhuman precision The post The Impossible Gap: Autonomous trucks enable death-defying Red Bull stunt appeared first on Freigh[...]

Boston startup emerges from stealth with world's first commercial terahertz vision chip that delivers 20x radar resolution while seeing clearly through fog, rain and snow The post Teradar emerges with $150M backing to replace radar and LiDA[...]

Regulators are threatening to withhold up to $151 million from Pennsylvania and potentially decertify its CDL program over uncorrected non-domiciled license errors. The post FMCSA threatens to decertify PA’s CDL program appeared first on [...]

Page Trucking announced it will acquire specialized bulk hauler Goulet Trucking. The post Page Trucking acquires fellow Northeast bulk carrier appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

A new U.S. Customs rule aimed at countering terror threats mandates immediate technology upgrades for air cargo carriers. The post Air cargo faces $1Bn overhaul to comply with new CBP rule appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

The left-engine separation that caused a UPS cargo jet to crash in Kentucky this month is tied to metal fatigue in a key structural component, a preliminary report by investigators said. The post NTSB links fatigue cracks to fatal crash of[...]

Truckload broker RXO said 2025 is likely to end quietly but outlined several catalysts that could produce “freight rate volatility" next year. The post RXO flags ‘fragile’ TL capacity makeup entering 2026 appeared first on FreightWave[...]

Walmart posted strong e-commerce numbers for the third quarter and is developing digital tools to make it even easier for customers to place online orders for delivery. The post Walmart e-commerce sales rise 27% as shoppers opt for same-da[...]

Port Houston showed strong October cargo gains, including an 18% jump in containers and a 21% surge in breakbulk. The post Port Houston cargo surges in October as Foxconn eyes major expansion appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

The delayed September jobs report showed truck transportation jobs declining from a month earlier. The post Trucking employment down in Sept from August, mostly flat over 12 mos appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Fleet operators today face significant complexity as they balance emissions targets, operational efficiency, and cost management. Fuel diversity is increasing as fleets incorporate lower carbon intensity fuels such as compressed natural gas[...]

In a spirited debate at the Chicago Traffic Club, two of the transportation industry's most influential voices squared off on the challenges facing freight markets. The post Battle of the freight titans: Fuller and Adamo debate industry[...]

A flatbed truck hauling an excavator struck the South Morrill Road Bridge on Highway 75 in Osage County, Kansas, on Wednesday. The post Flatbed truck hauling excavator shuts down Kansas bridge appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Even BMC-85 trust funds must now consist of cash or cash equivalents. The post FMCSA’s tighter bond enforcement looms over freight brokers in 2026 appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

DHL Express has switched to a larger cargo jet operating between Hong Kong and a major manufacturing region in Malaysia to keep up with transport demand. The post DHL upsizes freighter on Hong Kong-Malaysia route appeared first on FreightW[...]

A lot of people start trucking behind the wheel of a box truck. It makes sense. It’s cheaper to enter, easier to insure, simpler to operate, and gives you a way to learn without jumping straight into the deep end. A box truck feels like t[...]

U.S. Custom Harvesters is urging FMCSA to clarify a CDL exemption for H-2A workers – and to exempt other visa holders – to prevent a bureaucratic crisis from crippling the nation’s crop harvesting workforce. The post Crackdown on fore[...]

Airbus has new orders for its next-generation A350 freighter from airlines in Azerbaijan and Abu Dhabi. The post Airbus nabs five orders for A350 freighter at Dubai Air Show appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

UPS is making adjustments to keep shipments moving after taking 27 MD-11 aircraft out of service for inspections trying to help customers with stranded goods in a warehouse damaged during the Nov. 4 crash of a UPS flight. The post UPS comp[...]

Rail freight commodities and intermodal shipments were lower in the latest week’s data but remained ahead of 2024 for the year. The post Weekly rail freight lower but still ahead of 2024 for year appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Maersk is moving its North American headquarters to North Carolina after many years operating out of northern New Jersey.  The post Maersk relocates North American HQ to Charlotte appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

A “how-to” guide on the use of cameras in trucks was on the agenda at Trimble’s Insight meeting. The post Truck cameras aren’t enough; they need policies to succeed: Moseley appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

A new industry benchmark compares the effectiveness of marketing strategies among freight and logistics companies. The post 3PLs should generate $27 in pipeline for each $1 in marketing, report says appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

California and Texas were the nation’s top hotspots for cargo theft in the third quarter, fueled by high volumes of goods moving through major freight corridors. The post Cargo theft surges 29% in Q3, as thieves target electronics, food [...]

p44 is shipping software faster, with fewer people. The post project44 achieves cash flow breakeven, 40%+ ARR growth in Q3 2025 appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Journey offers freight brokerages recruiting, consulting, and training. The post Will Jenkins’ Journey to grow freight brokerages appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Investigators said an improperly placed label on a wire caused a container ship to lose power and crash into the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore in 2024. The post Loose wire led to ship collapsing Baltimore bridge: NTSB appeared first[...]

Steady October volume has put the Port of Los Angeles within reach of 10 million TEUs for a record third consecutive year. The post Trade volatility pushes LA port towards new record appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

A panel at the Trimble Insight conference took on the issue of trying to forecast the freight market in 2026. The post Trucking takeaways from Trimble: volume down, driver population sliding appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Electric vehicle maker plans to deliver the EV chassis to FedEx by the end of 2025 The post Harbinger lands $160M Series C, inks initial FedEx deal for 53 electric trucks appeared first on FreightWaves. [...]

Republican legislators in a letter to federal regulators warn that the merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern could create a rail colossus and with it raise prices and hinder U.S. competitiveness. The post Rail merger could raise pric[...]

Trucking and safety groups are warning FMCSA that its pilot program for more flexible truck driver rest rules poses a high risk of driver coercion. The post Truck driver coercion fear looms over sleeper berth test appeared first on FreightW[...]