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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>The Aug. 29 global removal of duty-free access for low-value US imports comes ahead of the end-of-year peak season for air freight. </p></div>

The Aug. 29 global removal of duty-free access for low-value US imports comes ahead of the end-of-year peak season for air freight.

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Elimination of US ‘de minimis’ rule hits SMEs hardest

<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.

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.

Air cargo carriers face capacity challenge as tariff frontloading ends

<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>The terminal would cement the port’s status as the biggest gateway in South America, boosting its annual container capacity by almost 60% and allowing it to handle 20,000-TEUs ships, many of those from Asia. </p></div>

The terminal would cement the port’s status as the biggest gateway in South America, boosting its annual container capacity by almost 60% and allowing it to handle 20,000-TEUs ships, many of those from Asia.

Brazil’s Santos readies development of South America’s largest box terminal

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The latest orders come as the heavy-lift shipping sector is facing a mixed outlook in the energy industry, which has been one of its traditional cargo streams. </p></div>

The latest orders come as the heavy-lift shipping sector is facing a mixed outlook in the energy industry, which has been one of its traditional cargo streams.

BigLift, CY Shipping order two new deck carriers to boost joint fleet

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>LNG is the current alternative fuel of choice for ocean carriers that see greater potential to scale up its production to supply the fast-growing dual-fuel fleet.  </p></div>

LNG is the current alternative fuel of choice for ocean carriers that see greater potential to scale up its production to supply the fast-growing dual-fuel fleet.

Ocean carrier order book dominated by LNG-capable ships: Bimco

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While the new fees “may pose certain operational challenges,” Cosco said it does not plan to remove any trans-Pacific services, reduce its US ship deployment, or impose new surcharges to cover the fees.</p></div>

While the new fees “may pose certain operational challenges,” Cosco said it does not plan to remove any trans-Pacific services, reduce its US ship deployment, or impose new surcharges to cover the fees.

Cosco says no changes to US services as new port fees approach

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Local carrier and forwarder sources expressed relief that the truck strike ended before it had become a crisis extending beyond the two ports.</p></div>

Local carrier and forwarder sources expressed relief that the truck strike ended before it had become a crisis extending beyond the two ports.

Indian drayage strike at Mundra, Kandla ports ends

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Should US attempts to derail the measure be successful, a global approach to putting a price on carbon emissions will be abandoned and replaced with uncoordinated regional and national measures, the experts say.</p></div>

Should US attempts to derail the measure be successful, a global approach to putting a price on carbon emissions will be abandoned and replaced with uncoordinated regional and national measures, the experts say.

Shipping experts warn of ‘disaster’ if IMO’s net-zero framework voted down

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>If suppliers, producers and distributors could eliminate some or most transportation moves, including container shipping, they would, writes John McCauley.</p></div>

If suppliers, producers and distributors could eliminate some or most transportation moves, including container shipping, they would, writes John McCauley.

Moving beyond the ‘waste’ inherent in ‘essential’ container shipping

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Research reports published to coincide with London International Shipping Week say although progress is being made toward decarbonization in shipping, there are growing concerns the sector is falling behind in efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.</p></div>

Research reports published to coincide with London International Shipping Week say although progress is being made toward decarbonization in shipping, there are growing concerns the sector is falling behind in efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.

Shipping decarbonization stalled by weak demand, investment shortfall: reports

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The world’s largest container ship operator “proactively restructured” its US service network to mitigate any impact from the Trump administration’s new levies on Chinese ships, according to MSC CEO Soren Toft.</p></div>

The world’s largest container ship operator “proactively restructured” its US service network to mitigate any impact from the Trump administration’s new levies on Chinese ships, according to MSC CEO Soren Toft.

MSC ready for US port fees after network changes: CEO

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Equipment manufacturers and industry associations urged the US Department of Commerce to take a measured approach to avoid unintentionally harming the domestic wind industry.</p></div>

Equipment manufacturers and industry associations urged the US Department of Commerce to take a measured approach to avoid unintentionally harming the domestic wind industry.

US wind sector warns against further increase in import tariffs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The potential merger partners plan to replace drayage trucking legs with direct rail service as Class I railroads join to redraw North America’s intermodal map. </p></div>

The potential merger partners plan to replace drayage trucking legs with direct rail service as Class I railroads join to redraw North America’s intermodal map.

UP-NS joint intermodal service to link West Coast with Louisville in Midwest

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>COFC Logistics joins a growing list of intermodal providers that see Mexico–US cross-border freight as a major growth engine going forward.</p></div>

COFC Logistics joins a growing list of intermodal providers that see Mexico–US cross-border freight as a major growth engine going forward.

BNSF intermodal partner returning to Mexico

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An acceleration of growth in US less-than-truckload rates reflected still-tight capacity, while seasonal truckload pricing gains failed to boost rates above 2024 levels.</p></div>

An acceleration of growth in US less-than-truckload rates reflected still-tight capacity, while seasonal truckload pricing gains failed to boost rates above 2024 levels.

LTL, truckload pricing rising despite soft demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Completing the Howard Street Tunnel and Blue Ridge Subdivision projects will allow CSX to restore service — and better compete with trucking — on two major north-south corridors in the eastern US.</p></div>

Completing the Howard Street Tunnel and Blue Ridge Subdivision projects will allow CSX to restore service — and better compete with trucking — on two major north-south corridors in the eastern US.

CSX to reopen two East Coast intermodal lanes in early October

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Lean inventory management and low sales ratios could lead to stockouts in early 2026, Armada Corporate Intelligence warns, depending on the strength of consumer demand. </p></div>

Lean inventory management and low sales ratios could lead to stockouts in early 2026, Armada Corporate Intelligence warns, depending on the strength of consumer demand.

No recession, but a restocking ‘reset’ seen possible for US trucking

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Container lines were able stem a two-month decline in eastbound trans-Pacific container spot rates, but forwarders warn that the new pricing floor is shaky and may require accelerated blankings to hold. </p></div>

Container lines were able stem a two-month decline in eastbound trans-Pacific container spot rates, but forwarders warn that the new pricing floor is shaky and may require accelerated blankings to hold. 

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, speaks on how container lines were able stem a two-month decline in eastbound trans-Pacific container spot rates, but forwarders warn that the new pricing floor is shaky and may require accelerated blankings to hold. </p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6379743096112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, speaks on how container lines were able stem a two-month decline in eastbound trans-Pacific container spot rates, but forwarders warn that the new pricing floor is shaky and may require accelerated blankings to hold. 

Carriers try to set trans-Pacific spot rate bottom

<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?

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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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