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Not every logistics problem has a one-size-fits-all solution. Understanding a customer’s specific issues and having the flexibility to execute solutions is an approach that has seen some gains for Cornerstone Systems. Pat Allred, the company’s director of transportation, talks about aligning with customer strategies and going the extra mile to problem-solve. TPM23, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Cornerstone Systems

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An increasing number of lawmakers at the federal, state, and municipal levels are taking steps to freeze data center development, which serves as an important cargo source. </p></div>

An increasing number of lawmakers at the federal, state, and municipal levels are taking steps to freeze data center development, which serves as an important cargo source.

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Push for data center bans in US threatens project cargo surge

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While the ceasefire marks the first diplomatic shift in the 40-day conflict, it is being regarded by transport operators as more of a controlled easing rather than an operational reset. </p></div>

While the ceasefire marks the first diplomatic shift in the 40-day conflict, it is being regarded by transport operators as more of a controlled easing rather than an operational reset.

US-Iran ceasefire unlikely to spur air freight return to Middle East: analysts

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Global jet fuel prices have almost doubled since the Middle East war began on Feb. 28, piling additional expenses onto an operating component that before the conflict was already more than 30% of total costs.</p></div>

Global jet fuel prices have almost doubled since the Middle East war began on Feb. 28, piling additional expenses onto an operating component that before the conflict was already more than 30% of total costs.

Rising jet fuel costs challenging freighter viability as war enters second month

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo is routed via the Middle East, so the sudden closure of airspace in the Persian Gulf has left forwarders scrambling for capacity on freighters and passenger aircraft out of Asia. </p></div>

An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo is routed via the Middle East, so the sudden closure of airspace in the Persian Gulf has left forwarders scrambling for capacity on freighters and passenger aircraft out of Asia.

Demand for direct Asia-Europe air cargo fills rerouted Middle East flights

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is routed via the Middle East, and with options through the region severely constrained by the US-Iran war, a rush for Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is pushing up prices. </p></div>

An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is routed via the Middle East, and with options through the region severely constrained by the US-Iran war, a rush for Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is pushing up prices.

Asia-Europe air cargo space tightens as rates, fuel surcharges soar

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Most of the increases represent a significant premium on current pricing levels, but it remains to be seen how sticky the aspirational rates will be with cargo markets also under pressure from high energy prices. </p></div>

Most of the increases represent a significant premium on current pricing levels, but it remains to be seen how sticky the aspirational rates will be with cargo markets also under pressure from high energy prices.

Cost-hit ocean carriers roll out series of rate increases, fuel surcharges

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Rising fuel prices and memory costs may force buyers to re-think, or at least delay, purchases of pricey electronics this year.  </p></div>

Rising fuel prices and memory costs may force buyers to re-think, or at least delay, purchases of pricey electronics this year.

US imports of consumer electronics face threats to growth plans

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The repair and rebuilding of oil, gas and petrochemical facilities in the Middle East will provide project cargoes for the specialist fleet at least through the end of the decade, observers say. </p></div>

The repair and rebuilding of oil, gas and petrochemical facilities in the Middle East will provide project cargoes for the specialist fleet at least through the end of the decade, observers say.

MPV, deck carrier operators eye cargo demand surge from Iran war reconstruction

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Jacksonville Port Authority said Wednesday the Ocean Alliance will include the port on its Chesapeake Bay Express (CBX) service rotation as of this June.     </p></div>

The Jacksonville Port Authority said Wednesday the Ocean Alliance will include the port on its Chesapeake Bay Express (CBX) service rotation as of this June.

CMA CGM taps Jaxport as newest call for Asia express service

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The deal, financial details of which were not disclosed, could possibly be the first M&amp;A domino to fall among a growing number of agent vendors catering to the logistics industry.</p></div>

The deal, financial details of which were not disclosed, could possibly be the first M&A domino to fall among a growing number of agent vendors catering to the logistics industry.

project44 acquires agent developer to expand AI use cases

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Polyethylene prices have nearly doubled since the end of February as Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off the region’s petrochemical plants from the rest of the world.</p></div>

Polyethylene prices have nearly doubled since the end of February as Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off the region’s petrochemical plants from the rest of the world.

War-driven supply squeeze could boost US resins exports in 2026

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Earnings calls across home builders and home improvement and furniture retailers show an uneven market where consumers are choosing smaller maintenance and repair projects and delaying large discretionary purchases.</p></div>

Earnings calls across home builders and home improvement and furniture retailers show an uneven market where consumers are choosing smaller maintenance and repair projects and delaying large discretionary purchases.

US household goods imports flatten as housing weakness weighs on demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The largest US LTL carrier looks to add new business in the healthcare, food and energy sectors and among small businesses to grow volume and improve profitability. </p></div>

The largest US LTL carrier looks to add new business in the healthcare, food and energy sectors and among small businesses to grow volume and improve profitability.

FedEx Freight plans diversification as spin-off date approaches

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The agency’s ruling maintains the competitive status quo in which NS is the only railroad with direct access to Norfolk International Terminals.</p></div>

The agency’s ruling maintains the competitive status quo in which NS is the only railroad with direct access to Norfolk International Terminals.

STB rules for Norfolk Southern in dispute with CSX at Port of Virginia

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The state was largely insulated from the volatility seen in the Midwest and Northeast over the winter because it did not face the same prolonged cold and snowstorms. </p></div>

The state was largely insulated from the volatility seen in the Midwest and Northeast over the winter because it did not face the same prolonged cold and snowstorms.

California truckload rates rise as fuel spikes, capacity cuts tighten market

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While the price of fuel has historically served as a tailwind for modal conversion, in and of itself, it is insufficient to guarantee success, writes Ted Prince.</p></div>

While the price of fuel has historically served as a tailwind for modal conversion, in and of itself, it is insufficient to guarantee success, writes Ted Prince.

Jump in diesel prices alone not enough to boost intermodal fortunes: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues.</p></div>

Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Two factors are reshaping global logistics: rapid technological advancements and continuous volatility. Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by GoComet</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6392760792112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Two factors are reshaping global logistics: rapid technological advancements and continuous volatility. Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by GoComet

The workforce of the future

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization.</p></div>

Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Maersk has long prioritized logistics, and it remains a key strategic focus today — enabling the company to deliver end-to-end solutions powered by an ecosystem of people, technology and partnerships. Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Maersk</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6392711284112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Maersk has long prioritized logistics, and it remains a key strategic focus today — enabling the company to deliver end-to-end solutions powered by an ecosystem of people, technology and partnerships. Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Maersk

A connected logistics ecosystem

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth.</p></div>

Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>As the industry faces ongoing challenges, leading companies are transforming to remain competitive. Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CMC</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6392702940112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

As the industry faces ongoing challenges, leading companies are transforming to remain competitive. Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by CMC

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Not every logistics problem has a one-size-fits-all solution. Understanding a customer’s specific issues and having the flexibility to execute solutions is an approach that has seen some gains for Cornerstone Systems.</p></div>

Not every logistics problem has a one-size-fits-all solution. Understanding a customer’s specific issues and having the flexibility to execute solutions is an approach that has seen some gains for Cornerstone Systems.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Not every logistics problem has a one-size-fits-all solution. Understanding a customer’s specific issues and having the flexibility to execute solutions is an approach that has seen some gains for Cornerstone Systems. Pat Allred, the company’s director of transportation, talks about aligning with customer strategies and going the extra mile to problem-solve.</p><p><i>TPM23, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Cornerstone Systems</b></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6324970882112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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