Name: Best Buy's Morley Discusses Trucking Rates, Modal Shift at NASSTRAC (Video)
Uploaded: May 11, 2012, 10:40 AM EDT
Description: Eric Morley, senior director of supply chain at big box retailer Best Buy and chairman of NASSTRAC discusses truck rates and capacity and their impact on supply chain management and the modes shippers choose to use.

Eric Morley, senior director of supply chain at big box retailer Best Buy and chairman of NASSTRAC discusses truck rates and capacity and their impact on supply chain management and the modes shippers choose to use.

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Air cargo capacity deployed on Vietnam-US routes nearly doubled in August on a year- over-year basis.  </p></div>

Air cargo capacity deployed on Vietnam-US routes nearly doubled in August on a year- over-year basis.

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Vietnam air cargo exports jump on weaker China demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With no clear definition of what duty and data processes are required by CBP after the Aug. 29 end to all de minimis exemptions, most import shipments via post to the US have been suspended until further notice.</p></div>

With no clear definition of what duty and data processes are required by CBP after the Aug. 29 end to all de minimis exemptions, most import shipments via post to the US have been suspended until further notice.

Postal groups cite customs compliance issues in US shipment suspensions

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Following a July volume surge as US importers built inventory ahead of the sweeping US tariff rollout on Aug. 7, freighter airlines must now right-size capacity to match new demand levels. </p></div>

Following a July volume surge as US importers built inventory ahead of the sweeping US tariff rollout on Aug. 7, freighter airlines must now right-size capacity to match new demand levels.

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The German integrator was able to offset tariff-driven volatility in the second quarter through cost-cutting measures but is facing “more of the same” in Q3, according to its CFO. </p></div>

The German integrator was able to offset tariff-driven volatility in the second quarter through cost-cutting measures but is facing “more of the same” in Q3, according to its CFO.

DHL posts solid half-year profit despite Q2 drag on express, ocean volumes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Company executives pointed to the rollout of the Trump administration’s tariff policy in April as driving disruption throughout the second quarter. </p></div>

Company executives pointed to the rollout of the Trump administration’s tariff policy in April as driving disruption throughout the second quarter.

CH Robinson cautious on second-half outlook amid trade volatility

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>US retailers increased September and October import volume expectations significantly – but it won’t be enough to meet 2024 levels. </p></div>

US retailers increased September and October import volume expectations significantly – but it won’t be enough to meet 2024 levels.

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Despite weakening supply-demand fundamentals, container vessel charter rates are rising and carriers are neither idling nor scrapping ships. </p></div>

Despite weakening supply-demand fundamentals, container vessel charter rates are rising and carriers are neither idling nor scrapping ships.

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Despite freefalling spot rates and lackluster demand expectations for the fourth quarter, carriers have been far more conservative in blanking sailings this year.</p></div>

Despite freefalling spot rates and lackluster demand expectations for the fourth quarter, carriers have been far more conservative in blanking sailings this year.

Early peak, new vessels could tip Asia-Europe into overcapacity

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Montreal Port Authority said permits are in the works for Contrecoeur’s underwater work, while DP World has signed on to design and operate the terminal.</p></div>

The Montreal Port Authority said permits are in the works for Contrecoeur’s underwater work, while DP World has signed on to design and operate the terminal.

DP World to build big-ship container terminal in Montreal

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The investment bank said non-Chinese carriers will largely avoid looming and escalating port fees, but Cosco and OOCL will be on the hook unless they adjust networks.</p></div>

The investment bank said non-Chinese carriers will largely avoid looming and escalating port fees, but Cosco and OOCL will be on the hook unless they adjust networks.

US port fees could exceed $2B for Cosco, OOCL: HSBC

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Augment and Happy Robot are the most recent examples of investors betting that artificial intelligence agents will transform the operations of logistics providers.</p></div>

Augment and Happy Robot are the most recent examples of investors betting that artificial intelligence agents will transform the operations of logistics providers.

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Artificial intelligence will accelerate the new reality that ocean carriers make no secret of the fact that they are profit-making entities, writes Peter Tirschwell. </p></div>

Artificial intelligence will accelerate the new reality that ocean carriers make no secret of the fact that they are profit-making entities, writes Peter Tirschwell.

Disruptive force of AI will help usher in new era of container shipping

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Consequences for nations supporting the emissions-cutting measures were spelled out by the US State Department this week, which threatened to impose tariffs, port duties and even visa refusals.</p></div>

Consequences for nations supporting the emissions-cutting measures were spelled out by the US State Department this week, which threatened to impose tariffs, port duties and even visa refusals.

US steps up attempts to derail IMO’s ‘net-zero’ ambitions

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The two nominees, Laura DiBella and Robert Harvey, would replace former commission members Louis Sola and Carl Bentzel.</p></div>

The two nominees, Laura DiBella and Robert Harvey, would replace former commission members Louis Sola and Carl Bentzel.

Trump taps two Floridians to serve on the FMC

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Fifteen of the 27 EU countries will postpone implementation of the customs risk analysis program for imports into the EU until the end of the year, including France, Belgium, Spain and Italy.</p></div>

Fifteen of the 27 EU countries will postpone implementation of the customs risk analysis program for imports into the EU until the end of the year, including France, Belgium, Spain and Italy.

Cargo groups slam ‘patchwork’ rollout of Europe’s ICS2 advance filing program

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US trucking market is stable, and it’s likely to stay that way until demand increases truck utilization significantly, FTR said at its 2025 transportation conference. </p></div>

The US trucking market is stable, and it’s likely to stay that way until demand increases truck utilization significantly, FTR said at its 2025 transportation conference.

‘Excess’ truck capacity to linger through 2027: FTR

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Cracks may be appearing in the LTL pricing wall, as shipment levels drop, but LTL costs remain elevated compared with pandemic-era rates.</p></div>

Cracks may be appearing in the LTL pricing wall, as shipment levels drop, but LTL costs remain elevated compared with pandemic-era rates.

Falling US LTL volumes putting pressure on margins, rates

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Railroads are expanding services between Mexico and the US, while Canada–US intermodal container traffic is down by double-digit percentages, writes rail analyst Larry Gross. </p></div>

Railroads are expanding services between Mexico and the US, while Canada–US intermodal container traffic is down by double-digit percentages, writes rail analyst Larry Gross.

US cross-border rail tracks Mexico recovery, Canada decline: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Excess capacity is keeping spot and contract truckload pricing in check, although imports into the West Coast generated demand in that region last month. </p></div>

Excess capacity is keeping spot and contract truckload pricing in check, although imports into the West Coast generated demand in that region last month.

US truckload market mired in malaise as import surge wanes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Evan Shelley, CEO of Truck Parking Club, talks about why giving drivers access to reliable parking matters to shippers, brokers and the entire freight ecosystem.</p></div>

Evan Shelley, CEO of Truck Parking Club, talks about why giving drivers access to reliable parking matters to shippers, brokers and the entire freight ecosystem.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>"On this episode, host Eric Johnson talks with Truck Parking Club CEO Evan K Shelley about why giving drivers access to reliable parking matters to shippers, brokers, and the entire freight ecosystem.</p><p>• Why drivers have historically struggled with parking access and costs</p><p>• How creating access to parking can unlock hidden truckload capacity</p><p>• What the data shows about the complications of truck parking</p><p>Learn how tackling one overlooked challenge could unlock efficiency, capacity, and reliability across freight.”</p><p>This episode was streamed live on August 22, 2025 on <a href="This episode was streamed live on Month XX, 2025 on TPM Today">TPM Today</a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="dUQO8Wa05mI"></dynamic-object></div></div>

"On this episode, host Eric Johnson talks with Truck Parking Club CEO Evan K Shelley about why giving drivers access to reliable parking matters to shippers, brokers, and the entire freight ecosystem. • Why drivers have historically struggled with parking access and costs • How creating access to parking can unlock hidden truckload capacity • What the data shows about the complications of truck parking Learn how tackling one overlooked challenge could unlock efficiency, capacity, and reliability across freight.” This episode was streamed live on August 22, 2025 on TPM Today

TPM TODAY | The Invisible Bottleneck Limiting Truckload Capacity

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>project44 CEO Jett McCandless joins TPM Today to discuss the evolution of the visibility category and how AI is changing both the products the logistics industry consumes and how software vendors build. </p></div>

project44 CEO Jett McCandless joins TPM Today to discuss the evolution of the visibility category and how AI is changing both the products the logistics industry consumes and how software vendors build.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>On this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson talked with project44 CEO Jett McCandless about how AI is reshaping visibility—and what it means for shippers, engineers, and the future of supply chains.</p><p>• Understand project44’s value to shippers</p><p>• Why visibility is key to inventory management</p><p>• How project44 uses AI to drive better outcomes</p><p>Gain insights into the evolving role of data, software, and AI in global freight.</p><p>This episode was streamed live on August 8, 2025 on <a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/">TPM Today</a></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="gQMzceL9yvA"></dynamic-object></div></div>

On this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson talked with project44 CEO Jett McCandless about how AI is reshaping visibility—and what it means for shippers, engineers, and the future of supply chains. • Understand project44’s value to shippers • Why visibility is key to inventory management • How project44 uses AI to drive better outcomes Gain insights into the evolving role of data, software, and AI in global freight. This episode was streamed live on August 8, 2025 on TPM Today

TPM TODAY | Can AI Redefine Logistics Tech and Its Development?

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Danielle Chaffin joins TPM Today to discuss her deep dive into the data behind English language proficiency among drivers, what freight brokers and carriers need from the technology world. and why Revenova is focused on a CRM-focused TMS.</p></div>

Danielle Chaffin joins TPM Today to discuss her deep dive into the data behind English language proficiency among drivers, what freight brokers and carriers need from the technology world. and why Revenova is focused on a CRM-focused TMS.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>In this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson sat down with Danielle Chaffin, industry expert and VP at Revenova, to unpack the data and technology trends shaping truckload operations.</p><p>• What new data reveals about English language proficiency among drivers</p><p>• How freight brokers are navigating a noisy tech landscape</p><p>• Why Revenova believes TMS and CRM should be inseparable</p><p>Get expert insight into the evolving tech needs of brokers, carriers, and the platforms connecting them.</p><p>This video was streamed live on 7/25/25 on <a href="">TPM Today</a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="EdORr0eO8Ds"></dynamic-object></div></div>

In this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson sat down with Danielle Chaffin, industry expert and VP at Revenova, to unpack the data and technology trends shaping truckload operations. • What new data reveals about English language proficiency among drivers • How freight brokers are navigating a noisy tech landscape • Why Revenova believes TMS and CRM should be inseparable Get expert insight into the evolving tech needs of brokers, carriers, and the platforms connecting them. This video was streamed live on 7/25/25 on TPM Today

TPM TODAY | Will Language Rules Trigger a Trucking Talent Gap?

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Eric Morley, senior director of supply chain at big box retailer Best Buy and chairman of NASSTRAC discusses truck rates and capacity and their </p></div>

Eric Morley, senior director of supply chain at big box retailer Best Buy and chairman of NASSTRAC discusses truck rates and capacity and their

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