Name: Creating diversification opportunities
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Lately, shippers have been looking to diversify their share of cargo to negate uncertainty and companies such as CPKC are offering products toward that strategy. Jordan Kajfasz, assistant vice president of sales and marketing for international intermodal and automotive for CPKC, discusses the prospects of nearshoring and the launch of a single rail line serving Canada, the US and Mexico. TPM23, Long Beach, California Sponsored by CPKC

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>As production shifts to counter the impact of US tariffs, the diversification of consumer markets will create new growth opportunities for the air freight industry, observers say.</p></div>

As production shifts to counter the impact of US tariffs, the diversification of consumer markets will create new growth opportunities for the air freight industry, observers say.

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Post-tariff air freight market diversifies into ‘US-plus one’ strategy: Tiaca

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Robust international demand was led by the growth on the Asia-Europe trade that IATA attributes to a modal shift from ocean and evolving import rules from Washington that have diverted shipments from the trans-Pacific. </p></div>

Robust international demand was led by the growth on the Asia-Europe trade that IATA attributes to a modal shift from ocean and evolving import rules from Washington that have diverted shipments from the trans-Pacific.

E-commerce, US tariffs drive sharp rise in Asia-Europe air cargo demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But the expansion of data processing power and storage to facilitate AI algorithms and cloud data will not be an explosive game changer in the manner of e-commerce, according to analysts. </p></div>

But the expansion of data processing power and storage to facilitate AI algorithms and cloud data will not be an explosive game changer in the manner of e-commerce, according to analysts.

Growing appetite for AI technology feeds into air cargo demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Smaller airports in Europe have positioned themselves as business-friendly entry points for cross-border e-commerce traffic that moves mostly on freighters, according to consultancy Trade and Transport Group.</p></div>

Smaller airports in Europe have positioned themselves as business-friendly entry points for cross-border e-commerce traffic that moves mostly on freighters, according to consultancy Trade and Transport Group.

Air cargo shift from major European hubs underway: report

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The role of the Southeast Asian powerhouse in global trade is accelerating, fueled by geographic advantages, a skilled workforce and consistent inflows of foreign investment, says DHL Express.</p></div>

The role of the Southeast Asian powerhouse in global trade is accelerating, fueled by geographic advantages, a skilled workforce and consistent inflows of foreign investment, says DHL Express.

Vietnam tech exports driving air freight capacity injection

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The ILWU is warning the state’s governor of political consequences, while maritime employers say the decision preserves the integrity of collective bargaining.</p></div>

The ILWU is warning the state’s governor of political consequences, while maritime employers say the decision preserves the integrity of collective bargaining.

Stakeholders differ on Newsom’s move to kill automation ban at California ports

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But the move comes as China’s Transport Ministry launched an investigation into how the country’s maritime industry and supply chains will be impacted by the US Trade Representative’s Section 301 port charges and tariffs.</p></div>

But the move comes as China’s Transport Ministry launched an investigation into how the country’s maritime industry and supply chains will be impacted by the US Trade Representative’s Section 301 port charges and tariffs.

Beijing exempts US-flag vessels built in China from retaliatory port fees

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But it will take several months of sustained peace before liners are confident enough of safe passage to redirect mainline services through the Suez Canal, according to an HSBC report.</p></div>

But it will take several months of sustained peace before liners are confident enough of safe passage to redirect mainline services through the Suez Canal, according to an HSBC report.

CMA CGM, SeaLead revamp Red Sea sailings after Gaza truce

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>IMO member states should focus on the substance of the proposed net-zero framework and not on opposition to the measures, was Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez’s message as the four-day session got underway.</p></div>

IMO member states should focus on the substance of the proposed net-zero framework and not on opposition to the measures, was Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez’s message as the four-day session got underway.

‘High stakes’ IMO decarbonization meeting begins in London

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The persistent pressure on India-Europe rates comes despite sporadic capacity cuts implemented by major carriers. </p></div>

The persistent pressure on India-Europe rates comes despite sporadic capacity cuts implemented by major carriers.

Downward shift in India-Europe ocean rates intensifies amid market volatility

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>On the eve of IMO’s London gathering this week, Washington has pledged to retaliate against nations supporting what it says is a “European-led neocolonial export of global climate regulations.” </p></div>

On the eve of IMO’s London gathering this week, Washington has pledged to retaliate against nations supporting what it says is a “European-led neocolonial export of global climate regulations.”

White House sanctions threat ups ante ahead of pivotal IMO meeting

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>At first blush, the fees targeting US entities would affect Matson, Maersk Line and APL, part of the CMA CGM group.</p></div>

At first blush, the fees targeting US entities would affect Matson, Maersk Line and APL, part of the CMA CGM group.

China returns fire with retaliatory port fees targeting US-affiliated ships

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The LTL carrier has used technology to drive its financial turnaround, with the latest example being a system that has slashed the number of missed pickups for shippers. </p></div>

The LTL carrier has used technology to drive its financial turnaround, with the latest example being a system that has slashed the number of missed pickups for shippers.

Roadrunner targets ‘ride share-like' shipper experience with new pickup platform

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Fewer trucks arriving with imports in Las Vegas, Chicago and other inland hubs means tighter capacity and higher transactional costs for outbound shipments. </p></div>

Fewer trucks arriving with imports in Las Vegas, Chicago and other inland hubs means tighter capacity and higher transactional costs for outbound shipments.

Lower US imports tightening truck capacity at key inland hubs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The overhaul marks the latest in a series of network shakeups among North American railroads competing for international intermodal freight. </p></div>

The overhaul marks the latest in a series of network shakeups among North American railroads competing for international intermodal freight.

Norfolk Southern tweaks international services from West, East coasts

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A range of vendors have emerged in recent years with a singular focus on improving coordination of truckload arrivals, keying on load prioritization and performance metrics.</p></div>

A range of vendors have emerged in recent years with a singular focus on improving coordination of truckload arrivals, keying on load prioritization and performance metrics.

Connectivity the key to bypassing hurdles in truckload appointment scheduling

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case, and without a clear ruling from the court, brokers, shippers and manufacturers will face ongoing uncertainty, potentially weakening the national economy, writes trucking expert Matthew Leffler.</p></div>

The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case, and without a clear ruling from the court, brokers, shippers and manufacturers will face ongoing uncertainty, potentially weakening the national economy, writes trucking expert Matthew Leffler.

Broker liability in the spotlight in ‘Montgomery v Caribe Transport’

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Harish Abbot, CEO of Augment, joins TPM Today to talk about the gold rush currently happening in agentic AI in logistics.</p></div>

Harish Abbot, CEO of Augment, joins TPM Today to talk about the gold rush currently happening in agentic AI in logistics.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>On this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson is joined by Harish Abbott, CEO of Augment, to unpack the surge of agentic AI in logistics—what it means for processes, people, and the future of the industry.</p><p>• Why replacing current processes with AI is the wrong way to think about it</p><p>• What happens to humans in the logistics industry</p><p>•  How Harish’s experience building and selling Deliverr shapes his approach to Augment</p><p>This episode was streamed live on August 26, 2025 on <a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/">TPM Today</a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="55W5c8393Ig"></dynamic-object></div></div>

On this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson is joined by Harish Abbott, CEO of Augment, to unpack the surge of agentic AI in logistics—what it means for processes, people, and the future of the industry. • Why replacing current processes with AI is the wrong way to think about it • What happens to humans in the logistics industry • How Harish’s experience building and selling Deliverr shapes his approach to Augment This episode was streamed live on August 26, 2025 on TPM Today

TPM TODAY | The Gold Rush of Agentic AI in Logistics

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The new government of Prime Minister Mark Carney has already passed legislation streamlining major port projects and given a boost to Montreal’s planned C$1.6 billion container terminal.</p></div>

The new government of Prime Minister Mark Carney has already passed legislation streamlining major port projects and given a boost to Montreal’s planned C$1.6 billion container terminal.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, speaks on the new government of Prime Minister Mark Carney that has already passed legislation streamlining major port projects and given a boost to Montreal’s planned C$1.6 billion container terminal.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6379942714112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, speaks on the new government of Prime Minister Mark Carney that has already passed legislation streamlining major port projects and given a boost to Montreal’s planned C$1.6 billion container terminal.

New PM Carney raises Canada shipping hopes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Container lines are removing China-built vessels from US services to avoid a new port fees from the US Trade Representative while the top China-based carrier Cosco Shipping says the tariffs won’t hurt service or competitiveness.</p></div>

Container lines are removing China-built vessels from US services to avoid a new port fees from the US Trade Representative while the top China-based carrier Cosco Shipping says the tariffs won’t hurt service or competitiveness.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, speaks on how container lines are removing China-built vessels from US services to avoid a new port fees from the US Trade Representative while the top China-based carrier Cosco Shipping says the tariffs won’t hurt service or competitiveness.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6379943197112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, speaks on how container lines are removing China-built vessels from US services to avoid a new port fees from the US Trade Representative while the top China-based carrier Cosco Shipping says the tariffs won’t hurt service or competitiveness.

Container lines reduce US port fee exposure

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Jordan Kajfasz, assistant vice president of sales and marketing for international intermodal and automotive for CPKC, discusses the prospects of nearshoring and the launch of a single rail line serving Canada, the US and Mexico.</p></div>

Jordan Kajfasz, assistant vice president of sales and marketing for international intermodal and automotive for CPKC, discusses the prospects of nearshoring and the launch of a single rail line serving Canada, the US and Mexico.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Lately, shippers have been looking to diversify their share of cargo to negate uncertainty and companies such as CPKC are offering products toward that strategy. Jordan Kajfasz, assistant vice president of sales and marketing for international intermodal and automotive for CPKC, discusses the prospects of nearshoring and the launch of a single rail line serving Canada, the US and Mexico.</p><p><i>TPM23, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CPKC</b></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6328204112112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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