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Mario Cordero, executive director, Port of Long Beach shares his take on companies operating in a pre-pandemic, status quo mindset, the importance 24/7 supply chains, and the potential of rail. With 20 million containers moved through the port in 2021, and a 2030 forecast of that growing to 28 million, Cordero has his eye on velocity. He details the port’s $1.5 billion rail project to improve the nation’s fluidity. TPM22, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Port of Long Beach [Editorial note: image removed/no longer available]

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With the EU about to follow the US in scrapping duty-free imports of low-value goods, the expanding regulatory clampdown is a turning point in how huge volumes of e-commerce exports from China are monitored.</p></div>

With the EU about to follow the US in scrapping duty-free imports of low-value goods, the expanding regulatory clampdown is a turning point in how huge volumes of e-commerce exports from China are monitored.

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Era of 'low data, low accountability’ over for air cargo e-commerce: Tiaca

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With demand on the corridor continuing to outstrip available capacity constrained by the Middle East war, any resumption of hostilities would keep upward pressure on rates. </p></div>

With demand on the corridor continuing to outstrip available capacity constrained by the Middle East war, any resumption of hostilities would keep upward pressure on rates.

Asia-Europe air cargo rates remain elevated as Gulf tensions escalate

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Global cargo capacity has largely recovered to pre-shock levels, while international routes have yet to be seriously affected by jet fuel shortages, according to Xeneta.</p></div>

Global cargo capacity has largely recovered to pre-shock levels, while international routes have yet to be seriously affected by jet fuel shortages, according to Xeneta.

Air freight supply-demand factors adjust to war-disrupted market

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Tobias Meyer said 10 dedicated DHL Supply Chain warehouses with 7 million square feet of capacity will go live in North America this year, specifically targeting data center logistics.</p></div>

Tobias Meyer said 10 dedicated DHL Supply Chain warehouses with 7 million square feet of capacity will go live in North America this year, specifically targeting data center logistics.

DHL targeting US data center development to boost group revenues: CEO

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>DSV CEO Jens Lund, speaking during the company’s first-quarter earnings call Wednesday, said the integration of Schenker has been completed in more than 50 countries, with full integration still on tap by the end of this year.</p></div>

DSV CEO Jens Lund, speaking during the company’s first-quarter earnings call Wednesday, said the integration of Schenker has been completed in more than 50 countries, with full integration still on tap by the end of this year.

More job cuts in the works for Q2 as DSV-Schenker integration continues: Lund

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Elizabeth Warren and Mark Kelly want the Trump administration to reinstate port fees against China’s maritime industry after their one-year suspension expires in November.</p></div>

Elizabeth Warren and Mark Kelly want the Trump administration to reinstate port fees against China’s maritime industry after their one-year suspension expires in November.

Senate Democrats push USTR on China-linked port fees

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The National Retail Federation on Monday upgraded its previous forecast for June imports, but lowered expectations for imports landing through the rest of the summer and into early fall.</p></div>

The National Retail Federation on Monday upgraded its previous forecast for June imports, but lowered expectations for imports landing through the rest of the summer and into early fall.

US retailers forecast early — and brief — peak shipping season

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While there is no widespread drying up of fuel in the worst-hit ports, availability is steadily tightening in specific regions, particularly around low-sulfur blends.</p></div>

While there is no widespread drying up of fuel in the worst-hit ports, availability is steadily tightening in specific regions, particularly around low-sulfur blends.

Hormuz closure drives deepening divide in east-west bunker supplies

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A strong supply-demand balance has developed in favor of container shipping lines, with rate increases and surcharges sticking amid an early start to the peak season. </p></div>

A strong supply-demand balance has developed in favor of container shipping lines, with rate increases and surcharges sticking amid an early start to the peak season.

Ocean carriers cash in as high demand piles on stretched shipping system 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A tech rollout at the Port of New Orleans could pave the way for more uptake of AI tools in global project cargo handling. </p></div>

A tech rollout at the Port of New Orleans could pave the way for more uptake of AI tools in global project cargo handling.

Adoption of AI-powered platform signals momentum shift for project logistics tech

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Canadian Trucking Alliance estimates that worker misclassification deprives federal and provincial governments of more than C$1 billion annually in tax revenue, while safety concerns also grow.</p></div>

The Canadian Trucking Alliance estimates that worker misclassification deprives federal and provincial governments of more than C$1 billion annually in tax revenue, while safety concerns also grow.

Canada’s ‘Driver Inc.’ model faces renewed scrutiny as Ottawa expands enforcement

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The order targets importers that are largely unknown to US Customs and Border Protection, as well as importers using diversions from one country to another to reduce their duty exposure. </p></div>

The order targets importers that are largely unknown to US Customs and Border Protection, as well as importers using diversions from one country to another to reduce their duty exposure.

US bolsters customs enforcement of small and foreign importers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The company is dealing with the fallout from a $77 million accounting error that has delayed its financial reporting, led to the departures of its CFO and COO, and is possibly behind slow payments to some third-party vendors. </p></div>

The company is dealing with the fallout from a $77 million accounting error that has delayed its financial reporting, led to the departures of its CFO and COO, and is possibly behind slow payments to some third-party vendors.

Partner complaints put Hub Group payment practices under spotlight

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>After three years of flattish revenue, the largest US LTL carriers are poised for growth, as long as manufacturing activity continues to expand. </p></div>

After three years of flattish revenue, the largest US LTL carriers are poised for growth, as long as manufacturing activity continues to expand.

Top 25 LTL carriers look to industrial gains for freight in 2026

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Knight Transportation co-founder helped create the modern truckload business and built Knight-Swift into a diversified $6.7 billion transportation company.</p></div>

The Knight Transportation co-founder helped create the modern truckload business and built Knight-Swift into a diversified $6.7 billion transportation company.

Truckload leader Kevin Knight retires from Knight-Swift

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Stock building by manufacturers is contributing to higher shipment weights at large LTL carriers, as is the transfer of freight from truckload carriers.</p></div>

Stock building by manufacturers is contributing to higher shipment weights at large LTL carriers, as is the transfer of freight from truckload carriers.

LTL shipments get heavier as US manufacturing gains steam

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>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.</p></div>

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.

TPM TODAY | Will Your Cargo Survive the June 1 Carnet Shift?

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>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.</p></div>

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.

Resilient, efficient, eco-friendly service

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>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.</p></div>

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.

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Mario Cordero, executive director, Port of Long Beach shares his take on companies operating in a pre-pandemic, status quo mindset, the importance 24/7 supply chains, and the potential of rail.</p></div>

Mario Cordero, executive director, Port of Long Beach shares his take on companies operating in a pre-pandemic, status quo mindset, the importance 24/7 supply chains, and the potential of rail.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Mario Cordero, executive director, Port of Long Beach shares his take on companies operating in a pre-pandemic, status quo mindset, the importance 24/7 supply chains, and the potential of rail. With 20 million containers moved through the port in 2021, and a 2030 forecast of that growing to 28 million, Cordero has his eye on velocity. He details the port’s $1.5 billion <a href="/port-news/us-ports/port-long-beach/long-beach-gets-federal-approval-pier-b-rail-project_20220418.html">rail project</a> to improve the nation’s fluidity.</p><p><i>TPM22, Long Beach, California</i> Sponsored by Port of Long Beach</p><p>[Editorial note: image removed/no longer available]</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6309296301112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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