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Description: JOC Economist Mario O. Moreno discusses his revised forecast for containerized imports for the remainder of 2011 and into 2012, in part due to the declining housing market and unemployment. [Editorial note: image removed/no longer available] JOC Economist Cuts Import Forecast

JOC Economist Mario O. Moreno discusses his revised forecast for containerized imports for the remainder of 2011 and into 2012, in part due to the declining housing market and unemployment. [Editorial note: image removed/no longer available] JOC Economist Cuts Import Forecast

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US has established a maritime warning zone, effectively placing the region out of bounds to shipping, while airlines have suspended passenger and freighter flights across the Middle East.</p></div>

The US has established a maritime warning zone, effectively placing the region out of bounds to shipping, while airlines have suspended passenger and freighter flights across the Middle East.

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Shipping avoids Middle East region after US, Israel begin strikes on Iran

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Absorbing its largest and most complex takeover to date was initially expected to take at least two years to complete, but will now be fully wrapped 20 months after the DB Schenker acquisition closed. </p></div>

Absorbing its largest and most complex takeover to date was initially expected to take at least two years to complete, but will now be fully wrapped 20 months after the DB Schenker acquisition closed.

DSV moves to transform its business as Schenker integration accelerates

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Momentum from robust growth on some Asian export trade lanes following the Christmas holidays has now slowed, with forwarders and analysts expecting muted demand over the coming two weeks.</p></div>

Momentum from robust growth on some Asian export trade lanes following the Christmas holidays has now slowed, with forwarders and analysts expecting muted demand over the coming two weeks.

Solid January demand to largely mute Lunar New Year air freight rush

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The parcel giant saw its forwarding and third-party logistics business drop in the fourth quarter due to higher tariffs, and says the weakness will carry over into the first quarter of 2026.  </p></div>

The parcel giant saw its forwarding and third-party logistics business drop in the fourth quarter due to higher tariffs, and says the weakness will carry over into the first quarter of 2026.

Changes in US trade policy hitting UPS’ supply chain business

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The multimodal option is aimed at shippers wanting predictability in cross-border shipments and the ability to control costs.</p></div>

The multimodal option is aimed at shippers wanting predictability in cross-border shipments and the ability to control costs.

DHL launches road-air service on busy China-Europe trade lane 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The ex-US Treasury Secretary said consumers could pull back on spending should crude oil and gasoline prices remain aloft due to the latest attacks on Iran by the US and Israel.   </p></div>

The ex-US Treasury Secretary said consumers could pull back on spending should crude oil and gasoline prices remain aloft due to the latest attacks on Iran by the US and Israel.

 TPM26: Iran conflict puts new risk on US economic growth: Yellen 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The move comes as transshipment cargo handling declines are expected at Indian ports following a recent government decision to revoke the cabotage waiver that foreign-flag carriers have enjoyed since 2018.</p></div>

The move comes as transshipment cargo handling declines are expected at Indian ports following a recent government decision to revoke the cabotage waiver that foreign-flag carriers have enjoyed since 2018.

MSC downgrades India-Europe/Med network amid transshipment cargo lift woes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Even if the terminal operator arm of the Virginia Port Authority violated the terms of its contract with the International Longshoremen’s Association, the VPA’s influence did not violate national labor law, the court said in its ruling.</p></div>

Even if the terminal operator arm of the Virginia Port Authority violated the terms of its contract with the International Longshoremen’s Association, the VPA’s influence did not violate national labor law, the court said in its ruling.

Federal court dismisses ILA complaint over Virginia rail cranes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The new service comes as cargo owners are facing a drop in direct connections between Japan and the main markets of Europe and North America.</p></div>

The new service comes as cargo owners are facing a drop in direct connections between Japan and the main markets of Europe and North America.

CMA CGM to launch standalone Japan-Europe express service in April

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The widely used freight forwarding software vendor said artificial intelligence is enabling it to reduce staff in roles that include programming, product development and customer service.</p></div>

The widely used freight forwarding software vendor said artificial intelligence is enabling it to reduce staff in roles that include programming, product development and customer service.

WiseTech says to cut nearly 30% of workforce as it preps for AI era

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A number of forwarders and software vendors are providing products, often for free, to help shippers and customs brokers calculate refunds they may have coming following Friday’s Supreme Court ruling.  </p></div>

A number of forwarders and software vendors are providing products, often for free, to help shippers and customs brokers calculate refunds they may have coming following Friday’s Supreme Court ruling.

IEEPA tariff decision prompts flood of correction tools for refunds, customs entries

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The forwarder has contracted a total of 18,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent emission reductions on a well-to-wake basis that will be derived through the carrier’s Ship Green product.</p></div>

The forwarder has contracted a total of 18,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent emission reductions on a well-to-wake basis that will be derived through the carrier’s Ship Green product.

Hapag-Lloyd inks new sustainable biofuel deal with DSV

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Whatever measure is ultimately agreed to by member states, decarbonization experts agree the IMO’s revised emissions reduction targets set in 2023 will need to be pushed back.</p></div>

Whatever measure is ultimately agreed to by member states, decarbonization experts agree the IMO’s revised emissions reduction targets set in 2023 will need to be pushed back.

No clear path to get IMO’s net-zero framework over the line: industry experts

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Cuts to traditional one-way service have been balanced by additional capacity in dedicated, specialized fleets.</p></div>

Cuts to traditional one-way service have been balanced by additional capacity in dedicated, specialized fleets.

Truckload capacity index moves up as large US carriers shuffle assets

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Asset-based carriers offer a layer of security for shippers concerned with the English language proficiency of drivers and non-domiciled CDL regulatory compliance, but it doesn’t eliminate the risk fully.</p></div>

Asset-based carriers offer a layer of security for shippers concerned with the English language proficiency of drivers and non-domiciled CDL regulatory compliance, but it doesn’t eliminate the risk fully.

Truckload shippers look to minimize growing regulatory risks

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The monthly year-over-year decline in import TEUs landing in Los Angeles and Long Beach over the past half-year isn’t a cargo swoon, but rather a return to normalcy, according to Larry Gross. </p></div>

The monthly year-over-year decline in import TEUs landing in Los Angeles and Long Beach over the past half-year isn’t a cargo swoon, but rather a return to normalcy, according to Larry Gross.

Southern California imports ‘return to trend’ after lengthy period of turbulence

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>If trucking rates remain elevated into the spring, carriers will likely move to push prices higher on new and existing contracts in the second half of the year.</p></div>

If trucking rates remain elevated into the spring, carriers will likely move to push prices higher on new and existing contracts in the second half of the year.

Trucking executives buoyed by market signals as winter exit nears

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A heavily oversupplied equipment market born out of the pandemic disruption is forcing chassis providers to ensure visibility technology plays a growing role as a differentiator. </p></div>

A heavily oversupplied equipment market born out of the pandemic disruption is forcing chassis providers to ensure visibility technology plays a growing role as a differentiator.

Real-time chassis location becoming competitive edge in leasing

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Technology has promised much over the past 20 years, but it hasn’t really changed the core functions of most logistics practitioners.  The era of AI is undoubtedly upon us, and with it, the potential to change how cargo movement is managed.</p></div>

Technology has promised much over the past 20 years, but it hasn’t really changed the core functions of most logistics practitioners. The era of AI is undoubtedly upon us, and with it, the potential to change how cargo movement is managed.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Technology has promised much over the past 20 years, but it hasn’t really changed the core functions of most logistics practitioners, whether it’s cargo owners managing transportation, or 3PLs assisting those cargo owners. But the era of AI is undoubtedly upon us, and with it, the potential to change not just the ease with which cargo movement is managed, but how it’s managed.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6388681988112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Technology has promised much over the past 20 years, but it hasn’t really changed the core functions of most logistics practitioners, whether it’s cargo owners managing transportation, or 3PLs assisting those cargo owners. But the era of AI is undoubtedly upon us, and with it, the potential to change not just the ease with which cargo movement is managed, but how it’s managed.

Logistics world awaiting true disruption

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Grant Sernick, head of sales and marketing at 3rdWave, joins TPM Today to discuss his belief that AI can only work when it joins the logistics context currently stuck in silos.</p></div>

Grant Sernick, head of sales and marketing at 3rdWave, joins TPM Today to discuss his belief that AI can only work when it joins the logistics context currently stuck in silos.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>We are drowning in data but starving for context. And according to Grant Sernick of 3rdwave, that is exactly why most AI initiatives in logistics are going to hit a wall.</p><p>If your AI doesn’t know the difference between a high-priority SKU and a low-value filler, it’s just faster noise.</p><p>Grant joins host Eric Johnson on TPM Today to explain why the future of supply chain tech isn’t about better bots—it’s about better context.</p><p>• Why AI agents fail without a unified data layer. </p><p>• The massive disconnect between Transportation and Trade Compliance. </p><p>• How to finally close the gap between “Where is my box?” and “Where is my revenue?”</p><p>This episode was streamed live on January 23, 2026 on <a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/">TPM Today</a>. </p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="0d-cBOtngEM"></dynamic-object></div></div>

We are drowning in data but starving for context. And according to Grant Sernick of 3rdwave, that is exactly why most AI initiatives in logistics are going to hit a wall. If your AI doesn’t know the difference between a high-priority SKU and a low-value filler, it’s just faster noise. Grant joins host Eric Johnson on TPM Today to explain why the future of supply chain tech isn’t about better bots—it’s about better context. • Why AI agents fail without a unified data layer. • The massive disconnect between Transportation and Trade Compliance. • How to finally close the gap between “Where is my box?” and “Where is my revenue?” This episode was streamed live on January 23, 2026 on TPM Today .

TPM TODAY | Stop tracking containers. Start tracking products.

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Peter Tirschwell says the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads is seen by some as being able to drive some discretionary cargo away from the US East Coast to the West Coast, while others are skeptical. </p></div>

Peter Tirschwell says the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads is seen by some as being able to drive some discretionary cargo away from the US East Coast to the West Coast, while others are skeptical.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Peter Tirschwell says the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads is seen by some as being able to drive some discretionary cargo away from the US East Coast to the West Coast, while others are skeptical. The Journal of Commerce is reporting on what a merged transcontinental railroad would mean for shippers, and Senior Intermodal Editor Ari Ashe will address at TPM. </p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6388179525112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Peter Tirschwell says the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads is seen by some as being able to drive some discretionary cargo away from the US East Coast to the West Coast, while others are skeptical. The Journal of Commerce is reporting on what a merged transcontinental railroad would mean for shippers, and Senior Intermodal Editor Ari Ashe will address at TPM.

Could a merged UP-NS attract cargo to West Coast?

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>JOC Economist Mario O. Moreno discusses his revised forecast for containerized imports for the remainder of 2011 and into 2012, in part due to the declining housing market and unemployment.
 </p></div>

JOC Economist Mario O. Moreno discusses his revised forecast for containerized imports for the remainder of 2011 and into 2012, in part due to the declining housing market and unemployment.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>JOC Economist Mario O. Moreno discusses his revised forecast for containerized imports for the remainder of 2011 and into 2012, in part due to the declining housing market and unemployment.</p><p></p><p></p><p>[Editorial note: image removed/no longer available]</p><p><a href="http://www.joc.com/container-shipping/joc-economist-cuts-us-import-forecast"><u>JOC Economist Cuts Import Forecast</u></a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="FA5m3eaoFoU?rel=0"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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