MightyFly unveils second-generation drone for express logistics

Over the next year, MightyFly intends to secure business partnerships for proof-of-concept delivery services.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 9, 2023

How the FMC plans to enforce the Ocean Shipping Reform Act in 2023

Regulators are working their way through more than 200 shipper complaints, even as ocean congestion eases.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 7, 2023

Lunar New Year factory closures curb air cargo rates, demand

Businesses are expected to take advantage of the spot market for the short- and long-term as a way to save costs.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 6, 2023

FedEx Freight plans more furloughs

The company will offer some employees permanent transfers to other markets where it has hiring needs.

By Colin Campbell • Feb. 6, 2023

2023 outlook: Is this the year supply chains stabilize?

Freight rates are finally easing, but geopolitical turmoil and ongoing economic uncertainty continue to create headaches for businesses.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 6, 2023

Seasonality is a thing of the past, port executive says

Despite a four-month streak as the nation's busiest containerport, the Port of New York and New Jersey saw volumes decline YoY in December.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 2, 2023

Hamburg Süd no more: Maersk to unify brands amid push for end-to-end services

The logistics provider is looking to simplify the customer experience and create more multimodal services.

By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • Jan. 30, 2023

Maersk, MSC to end 2M alliance

The split between the world’s two largest ocean shipping lines opens the door for shifts in other capacity-sharing alliances.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 25, 2023

BNSF ups network investments with focus on better service

The railroad will invest nearly $4 billion to maintain infrastructure and advance plans to boost intermodal segments.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 24, 2023

Shippers regain buying power as air cargo fundamentals shift

Softening rates and new market capacity are pushing many to rethink their air freight strategies.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 24, 2023

JB Hunt forecasts intermodal rebound in 2023

Intermodal President Darren Field told investors that “appropriately cautious” shippers want the carrier and its rail partner BNSF to prove they can achieve their service and velocity goals.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 23, 2023

Increased use of embargoes ‘a major concern’ for rail regulators

The Surface Transportation Board will closely monitor carriers’ use of traffic limits as Union Pacific faces backlash over traffic limits in the upper Midwest.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 20, 2023

The race to scale sustainable airline fuel

With SAF prices skyrocketing, industry stakeholders and the Biden administration are making new investments to grow supply.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 18, 2023

Inventory excess dampens Lunar New Year air freight demand

Paired with early factory closures, shippers should evaluate forecasts and adjust ordering processes, stakeholders say.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 17, 2023

Supply chain conferences to watch in 2023

Many of this year’s top events are putting efficiency and sustainability at the forefront.

By A.B. Brown , Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Jan. 20, 2023

Amazon expands ‘Buy with Prime’ to all US merchants

The e-commerce giant is offering sellers outside its own marketplace perks including storage, packing, delivery and returns.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 12, 2023

FedEx, Mountain Air Cargo first to deploy Cessna SkyCourier freighter

The new feeder plane, capable of handling containerized cargo, comes as the delivery giant looks to resize its air freight operations

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 11, 2023

Supply chains 2022: A year in pictures

Rising inflation, strike threats and slowing demand triggered a wave of business uncertainty following months of growth. Take a look back at 13 memorable moments.

By Edwin Lopez , Kelly Stroh , Sarah Zimmerman , Shaun Lucas • Jan. 10, 2023

Joann’s $200M cost reduction plan relies on falling ocean rates

The craft retailer has endured tens of millions of dollars in excess freight expenses throughout the pandemic.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 4, 2023

Port Houston to move forward with container dwell fee in February

The fee has now been reinstated after being postponed due to delays from the port’s external software developer.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 4, 2023

Retailers clear inventory, automate in pursuit of supply chain normalcy

Ongoing promotional environments and cargo diversions are just a few of 2022’s most notable supply chain trends.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 29, 2022

FMC examines shipping line compliance on anti-retaliation

The agency is asking some of the largest carriers to provide information on how they're adhering to provisions of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act.

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 22, 2022

Rail regulators streamline process for shippers to challenge unreasonable rates

The Surface Transportation Board will decide a final rate in small disputes unless all seven Class I carriers agree to opt into a voluntary arbitration program.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 20, 2022

Port of Los Angeles, Long Beach to end terminal dwell fee

Officials said the threat of a fee contributed to a 92% decline in lingering cargo since the program was announced last October. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 18, 2022

LA port director embarks on ‘whistlestop tour’ to bring cargo back West

With cleared congestion and open capacity at the port, Executive Director Gene Seroka met with shippers across the country to regain lost volumes.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 15, 2022