From geopolitics to inflation: 2024’s supply chain trends and risks

Companies are adjusting their strategies at every step of the supply chain to position themselves for success in the year ahead.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 31, 2024

8 logistics trends to watch in 2024

Risk is sparing no mode of transportation in 2024 as geopolitics, labor talks, freight demand and capacity fluctuations will continue to alter supply chain strategies.

By Larry Avila , Max Garland , Alejandra Carranza , Kelly Stroh • Jan. 30, 2024

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Peak season management

Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

The critical need for dangerous goods compliance

Education, resources and regulatory support can help shippers avoid fines and other penalties.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 29, 2024

FedEx warns of delivery delays due to winter weather

The company's Express unit has activated contingency plans following "substantial disruptions" at a critical U.S. hub.

By Max Garland • Jan. 16, 2024

Holiday demand boosts December air cargo rates

Despite the busier month, Xeneta’s Clive Data Services 2024 outlook remains unchanged with an anticipated 1% to 2% increase in demand.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 11, 2024

FedEx Express sees ‘significant headwind’ from reduced US Postal Service volume

Strategic shifts from both carriers complicate efforts to renew their air transportation contract, which expires in September.

By Max Garland • Jan. 3, 2024

FedEx redesigns air network to boost speed, profits

The company’s “Tricolor” initiative aims to serve e-commerce growth and shifting volume mix.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 22, 2023

Shein, Temu drive 5% air freight spike in November

Shipments from the fast fashion companies are frequently dominating export routes from China and Hong Kong, according to Xeneta’s chief airfreight officer.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 18, 2023

Logistics companies race to adapt to shifting supply chains

Carriers in ocean, air cargo, rail and trucking are launching new services and tweaking their networks amid evolving global trade flows.

By Max Garland , Alejandra Carranza , Kelly Stroh , Larry Avila • Dec. 11, 2023

MSC Air Cargo expands service with third 777 freighter

The new aircraft will support its existing flights and add a new route between Hong Kong and Texas.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2023

Air cargo spot rates perk up in October

While prices are picking up, freight forwarders still don’t expect major improvement in the market until the second half of 2024, according to Clive Data Services.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 30, 2023

Auto industry eyes air freight to trim backlogs post-UAW strike

Suppliers and OEMs are prioritizing shipping speed and reliability to aid their supply chain recovery, industry experts say.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 28, 2023

​​​​​​​‘Overstaffed’ FedEx tells unhappy pilots they can join American Airlines

Air cargo demand remains down at FedEx and other carriers, but passenger airlines continue to hire pilots at a strong pace, a VP told crew members in a memo.

By Max Garland • Nov. 6, 2023

FedEx scaling program that reduces air fleet downtime

The logistics giant plans to expand the use of Mojix's inventory tracking platform, which keeps tabs on aircraft parts, beyond the U.S.

By Max Garland • Oct. 18, 2023

Long-term air freight commitments rise in September

The increase comes as shipper confidence in the global air freight market stabilizes, according to Clive Data Services.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 18, 2023

Supply chain conferences to watch in 2024

Next year’s industry conferences range from procurement to container shipping, retail logistics and more.

By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Nov. 2, 2023

Maersk grows air cargo network with LAX gateway

The shipping company opened a 130,000-square-foot facility at the airport, tripling its West Coast handling capacity.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 13, 2023

Government shutdown would largely spare trucking regulators

While Congress' inability to fund the government by Oct. 1 could affect air traffic and some rail workers, trucking agencies have their own source of funds.

By David Taube • Sept. 29, 2023

Walmart GoLocal teams up with air cargo platform for faster transit times

The SmartKargo partnership expands the delivery service's capabilities for retailers and e-commerce companies.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 26, 2023

August air cargo spot rates hit lowest level since pandemic

Falling rates amid soft demand are dampening airlines’ hopes of a peak season, according to Clive Data Services.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 21, 2023

Why it’s time for shippers to reevaluate their air cargo agreements

Three logistics experts share why customers are looking to secure six- to 12-month contracts.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 6, 2023

Amazon, FedEx and United Airlines join Hawaiʻi fire recovery efforts

The state’s transportation department has waived wharfage charges for inbound humanitarian shipments at Maui’s Port of Kahului.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 23, 2023

US Postal Service cuts aircraft volume by more than 90%

The reduction puts the agency on pace to trim yearly air transport costs by about $1 billion, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 16, 2023

Hawaiʻi fires: Carriers prioritize emergency supplies for Maui

Hawaiian Airlines, Young Brothers and Matson are part of a widescale effort to carry critical shipments to Kahului in wake of devastation.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 11, 2023

4 supply chain insights for the second half of 2023

Experts gave tips on economic metrics to watch and how to assess producers’ readiness to nearshore during the live event “Supply Chain Outlook: Trends and Risks To Watch."

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2023