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Brendan Dugan, deputy executive director at South Jersey Port Corporation, discusses how data center construction is supporting structural steel imports, why lumber and plywood cargo has softened, and how investments in rail, indoor storage and electric cargo-handling equipment are positioning Camden for steadier year-round growth.

Craig McGraw, vice president of sales and marketing at Trans American Trucking & Warehouse, discusses his involvement in the Congressional Trucking Caucus, how tech will help to prevent bridge accidents, achieving unified operations across states, and his thoughts on chameleon carriers.

Kristi App, chief commercial officer at the Port of New Orleans, talks about plans for the old terminals when LIT opens and redevelopment opportunities, as well as the recent joint venture between the port, Ports America and Terminal Investment Limited.

Amanda Coates, vice president of cargo development at the Port of New Orleans, discusses how data center construction is increasing project cargo, new LNG projects, and which port services are maintaining 80% to 100% reliability.

Jesse Buckingham, CEO of Vooma, joins TPM Today to discuss automation in freight brokerage and how the truckload market is responding to increased regulatory and legal scrutiny.

Ben Silas, chief commercial officer at EFM Global, joins TPM Today to discuss the impact of changing global rules around the carnet system and temporary imports.

James Houghtalin, executive vice president at Cosco Shipping Lines North America, discusses the company’s focus on efficiency, flexibility, and offering diverse service options to meet customer needs while promoting sustainability through emission reductions, expanding electric truck fleets and ensuring workplace safety through training.

Paul Brashier, vice president, global supply chain at ITS Logistics, explains why the industry must remain vigilant in combating theft and fraud, how ITS’ US Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index evolved from an internal resource into a key market barometer, and why training people to use AI effectively is essential for making informed decisions.

Alexander Luc, group vice president, Automotive & International Intermodal at Norfolk Southern, discusses the company’s investments in safety and infrastructure, terminal upgrades, double-digit growth since entering the New England market, and rail sustainability measures.

Despite having the contractual right to automate since 2008, US West Coast marine terminal operators are facing severe project delays due to opposition from the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU).

With a newly secured parliamentary majority, the Canadian government under Prime Minister Mark Carney is prioritizing export diversification and formally consulting on historic changes to the nation's labor code.

Lene Willum Dalsgaard, chief commercial officer of Air & Sea at DSV, discusses how ownership and accountability at all levels of the organization benefits customers, the added value of a long-term mindset and the importance of technology in remaining strategic and relevant.

Frank Sobotka, CEO of Air & Sea at DSV, emphasizes the importance of organizational speed, the value of operating as a global player with a strong local presence and the reality that uncertainty has become the new normal.

Rosetta Iacono, senior director, growth and commercial relations at the Montreal Port Authority, discusses the impact of Phase 1 of the Contrecœur expansion project, the port’s location providing a strategic advantage, and its ability to offer customers flexibility through connections to both CN and CPKC.

Troy Shen, CEO of Cervo, joins TPM Today to discuss how AI is shaping the global trade management world amid continued tariff volatility.

Mike Bozza, port deputy director of The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, outlines how a $45 billion capital plan is driving modernization, safety and capacity over the next decade; policy changes needed to maintain premier gateway status; and sustainability initiatives being put in place to attain net-zero status by 2050.

Sunandan Ray, head of US freight forwarding at DP World, shares insights on the advantages of building an in-house, owned-and-operated digital platform; how a global forwarding network enhances service flexibility; and key challenges faced by the business.

Casper Ellerbaek, executive vice president and global head of ocean freight at DHL, discusses how the business is using different modes of transport to avoid delays, shifting toward low-carbon shipping as a core strategy and planning ahead for future challenges.

Girish Nair, vice president, intermodal & automotive at CN, shares why it’s critical to not only follow the box but to know what’s inside it, how to stay agile as trade patterns shift, and how leveraging new technologies can transform data into insightful, effective decision-making.

While only a small share of global container trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz, the broader economic fallout is mounting. Disruptions to oil supplies—described as potentially the largest shock in history—are fueling inflation, rerouting logistics, and forcing economists to downgrade global growth forecasts for 2026, raising concerns about weakening demand and excess shipping capacity worldwide.

Paula Natoli, director of global strategic industries, supply chain and logistics, at Google and Let's Talk Supply Chain founder and CEO Sarah Barnes-Humphrey join TPM Today to discuss how AI is changing how consumers of media and information in the logistics and transportation get their news.

Supply chain consultant and former Expeditors and Flexport sales guru Will Urban joins TPM Today to discuss his thoughts on the logistics technology market.

Thomas Jiang, co-founder and co-CEO at Cervo AI, explains how the company’s approach to AI integration stands out by tackling both automation and compliance, how embedding institutional knowledge into AI models is critical for success, and why strong partnerships are essential to overcoming the challenges of AI deployment.

Ken Kellaway, president and CEO at RoadOne IntermodaLogistics, discusses the longest freight recessions in recent history, choosing partners dedicated to compliance, the danger of pricing to the bottom, and the impact that the future of USMCA will have on the industry.

Heidi Benko, vice president of product management and strategy at Infor, shares insights on breaking down cultural, data and structural silos; unlocking AI’s potential; and enabling seamless interaction across systems through a shared language. 

Raul Alfonso, executive vice president and chief commercial officer at Port Tampa Bay, discusses the port’s channel deepening project, efforts to build resilience through preparedness for emergency situations, and the importance of partnering with schools to educate young people about the role of trade and tourism in the state’s economy. 

Jaison Augustine, executive vice president and business unit head, shipping and logistics at WNS, discusses three primary pain points to address, the transformative potential of AI and how domain expertise plays a critical role in identifying and solving customers’ problems.

Carlos Lopez Barbera, vice president and executive general manager of Marine Solutions at Kaleris, explains how to strike the right balance between cost and productivity, highlights the value of using operations experts to configure high-performing systems, and argues that the future of optimization must be outcome-based.

Erik Caldwell, CEO at Century Supply Chain Solutions, explains the shift in the way customers are viewing their supply chains, why having boots on the ground builds trust and how true agility means adjusting without losing momentum.

Mike Burton, president of Medlog USA, is taking on these challenges by investing in advanced technology, pursuing regional growth and partnering with customers to manage costs and drive future success.

Jason Anderson, strategic initiatives director at BlackBerry Radar, explains how the company is building its own IoT ecosystem by engineering devices for non-powered asset tracking, how the devices deliver meaningful value, and introduces a new IoT device for marine containers that’s poised to revolutionize tracking.

Nissim Yochai, president, ZIM USA & executive vice president, LATAM Business Unit at ZIM, discusses the status of ZIM’s $4.2 billion agreement with Hapag-Lloyd, how the elimination of de minimis inspired a new service for low-value packages, and the ongoing challenges on pricing and volume in the Latin American market.

Brad McBride, founder and CEO at Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions, discusses the FreightOptics software, shares news on the recent launch of its ocean tracking service in North America, and stresses the value in 3PL audit services for e-commerce.

Casey Hehr, managing director, Commercial Services Bureau at the Port of Long Beach, discusses why he remains optimistic about 2026 despite ongoing disruption, how insights from collected data can help shippers, and methanol fueling as a pathway toward zero-emission goals.

As the new CEO of the Port of Long Beach, Dr. Noel Hacegaba's vision includes tripling rail connectivity via Pier B, continuing to reduce pollution across all categories, and actively engaging in global efforts to advance decarbonization.

Amanda Rasmussen, chief commercial officer at DHL Global Forwarding, discusses driving a customer-first strategy by leveraging digital tools and AI to improve decision-making, speed and efficiency; making sustainability products more accessible to customers; and building resilience through strategic partnerships, expertise, and seamless, digitized services.

Khong Goh, chief operating officer, and Brian Wiker, regional customer success director, WOWL, discuss how personalized oversight and tailored integration help meet each organization’s unique needs, how to improve audit accuracy and offer deeper visibility, and the path to finding the ideal balance for AI integration.

Kazuyoshi Fujimoto, head of the Ocean Freight Forwarding group at Yusen Logistics, shares the company’s mid-term plans to regain market share, key investments needed to achieve comprehensive global logistics solutions, and plans to expand high-quality, long-haul intra-Asia services.

Kyle Henderson, co-founder and CEO of Vizion, outlines the type of data AI requires to enable dynamic decision making, opportunities available from increased data performance and the importance of guarding against hallucinations.

Jon Gabriel, group vice president, consumer products at BNSF Railway, discusses long-term investments mitigating the effects of the volatile market, the evolution of co-location and the value of a new online platform in streamlining collaboration.