Freight Day! 👋 We’re starting the day with continued uncertainty in the freight market. While the U.S. has paused certain tariff increases until July 9, the broader landscape remains in flux as both shippers and carriers navigate shifting demand. More ahead 👇 💬 More In Freight: ⚫️ Tesla Electric Semi Mass Production
Freight Morning! 👋 In 2024, U.S. containerized imports surged to 28.1 million TEUs, marking a 12.8% increase from 2023 and the second-highest import volume on record. However, the year also faced challenges, with supply chain disruptions and geopolitical factors shaping trade patterns. More ahead 👇 💬 More in Freight: ⚫️ Rising
Freight Morning! 👋 We’re starting the day with an interesting update about freight AI from brokerage giant C.H. Robinson. The company’s proprietary generative AI agents have now successfully handled over 3 million shipping tasks, significantly boosting efficiency. Since rolling out its first AI agent in 2023, C.H.
Another longtime name in refrigerated trucking is preparing to exit the road. Davis Express LLC, a Florida-based carrier founded in 1974, announced it will be closing its doors after 44 years in business.
Kodiak Robotics has reached an agreement with Ares Acquisition Corp. II (AACT) to go public, valuing the company at $2.5 billion.
This week, we spotlight ERL Intermodal Corporation, a trusted provider of intermodal drayage services headquartered in Utica, NY.
FitzMark announced the acquisition of refrigerated brokerage High Point Logistics (HPL) and less-than-truckload broker Pentonix Freight on Monday.
A New Jersey woman has confessed to stealing approximately $4 million from her employer, West End Express, a trucking company, to fund her gambling addiction.
The Trump administration plans to withdraw from a trade agreement that allows Mexican tomatoes to enter the U.S. duty-free, imposing a 20.91% tariff starting July 14.
Freight Day! 👋 We’re diving into the latest in freight brokerage M&A, as 2025 heats up with FitzMark acquiring refrigerated brokerage HPL and LTL broker Pentonix Freight. With nine acquisitions since 2006, FitzMark continues to expand its reach in refrigerated and LTL transportation. Additionally, the Trump administration is
The NFL has partnered with a local trucking company to transport gear for the upcoming NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
The 2025 rankings for North America's largest logistics companies, including freight brokerages, 3PLs, and other logistics service providers, have seen a dynamic shift.
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At the 2025 TIA Capital Ideas Conference, industry leaders gathered to discuss some of the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing freight and logistics.
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has invalidated thousands of medical examiner certificates issued by two Houston-area doctors, potentially jeopardizing the livelihoods of over 15,000 commercial drivers.
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Freight Monday! 👋 The 2025 Transport Topics Top 100 Logistics Companies list reveals shifts in the industry, with companies leveraging acquisitions and diversifying services to stay competitive. Also, after attending the 2025 TIA Capital Ideas Conference, we’re diving into the latest trends and the buzz around freight fraud, AI, and
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Freight Morning! 👋 We’re starting the day with some intriguing developments at Nikola. After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in February, the company is looking to sell its business by mid-April. Amid this transition, founder Trevor Milton, recently pardoned after a securities fraud conviction, has shown interest in purchasing
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Freight Monday! 👋 We’re starting the week with a developing story involving stolen cargo worth over $5 million. Peel Regional Police have arrested a suspect in connection with an ongoing investigation into freight theft by the transportation company All Days Trucking. More details ahead 👇 💬 More in Freight: ⚫️ Pink Cheetah Express
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Freight Day! 👋 We’re starting the day with a surge in freight activity sparked by recent tariff announcements. The new tariffs have caused panic in the U.S. manufacturing and logistics sectors, prompting shippers to rush shipments ahead of expected cost hikes and delays. More ahead 👇 💬 More in Freight: ⚫️ Fraud
Freight Day! 👋 As March Madness winds down, the Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) for March delivers a surprise of its own—showing a significant 5.6-point drop, the third-largest decline in its 9-year history. This follows two months of strong growth in 2025, making it feel like the economy just
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Freight Monday! 👋 We’re starting the week with a shocking theft. A fake trucking company managed to steal 80,000 pounds of beef, worth $350,000, from Southeastern Provisions in Bean Station, TN. The stolen shipment was subcontracted to a company with unverified details, and the drivers' identities were
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Freight Day! 👋 We’re starting the day with an update on a significant deal involving the Panama Canal. CK Hutchison, the Hong Kong conglomerate, has delayed signing a deal to sell its two strategic ports at the Canal to a BlackRock-led group. The deal, originally set to be finalized on
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Freight Day! 👋 A 48-year-old Boston man has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit extortion in connection with a bribery scheme involving Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) applicants. The scheme allowed applicants to receive passing scores despite failing their tests or only completing partial CDL skills tests, in exchange for bribes.
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Freight Monday! 🚚 FedEx Freight’s preparation for a 2026 spinoff faces headwinds, with a 5.3% drop in revenue driven by a decline in tonnage and lower fuel surcharge revenues. At the same time, the rise of "chameleon carriers" is raising concerns. Viral TikTok videos show drivers swapping
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Freight Friday! 🚚 We’re starting the day with news of Walmart’s new third-party logistics offering, aimed at expanding its freight services. The company has rolled out a brokerage program designed to streamline shipping and delivery for Walmart Sellers, leveraging its extensive logistics infrastructure. More ahead 👇 💬 More in Freight: ⚫️ Soliciting