Name: Pandemic-induced tech innovations lay groundwork for future
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Technology innovation was accelerated by the pandemic, particularly in the areas of visibility and going paperless, says Max Bernaldo, SVP of Business Development for Geodis in Americas, though the biggest industry challenge is integrating so many different global entities, such as suppliers and governments, into one platform. He predicts artificial intelligence (AI) and expanding automation will continue to rapidly transform the industry.TPM22, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Geodis

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Global jet fuel prices have almost doubled since the Middle East war began on Feb. 28, piling additional expenses onto an operating component that before the conflict was already more than 30% of total costs.</p></div>

Global jet fuel prices have almost doubled since the Middle East war began on Feb. 28, piling additional expenses onto an operating component that before the conflict was already more than 30% of total costs.

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Rising jet fuel costs challenging freighter viability as war enters second month

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo is routed via the Middle East, so the sudden closure of airspace in the Persian Gulf has left forwarders scrambling for capacity on freighters and passenger aircraft out of Asia. </p></div>

An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo is routed via the Middle East, so the sudden closure of airspace in the Persian Gulf has left forwarders scrambling for capacity on freighters and passenger aircraft out of Asia.

Demand for direct Asia-Europe air cargo fills rerouted Middle East flights

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is routed via the Middle East, and with options through the region severely constrained by the US-Iran war, a rush for Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is pushing up prices. </p></div>

An estimated 30% of Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is routed via the Middle East, and with options through the region severely constrained by the US-Iran war, a rush for Asia-Europe air cargo capacity is pushing up prices.

Asia-Europe air cargo space tightens as rates, fuel surcharges soar

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Truck-air solutions are also taking off with rising interest from shippers as the Middle East war removes the popular sea-air services via Jebel Ali in the UAE as a viable option. </p></div>

Truck-air solutions are also taking off with rising interest from shippers as the Middle East war removes the popular sea-air services via Jebel Ali in the UAE as a viable option.

As war rages, multimodal demand surges on Asia-Europe landbridge

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Tobias Meyer said companies are starting to consider offloading Asia export cargo at ports in the Indian subcontinent for eventual onward shipment into the Gulf region, but it has not yet emerged as a trend.</p></div>

Tobias Meyer said companies are starting to consider offloading Asia export cargo at ports in the Indian subcontinent for eventual onward shipment into the Gulf region, but it has not yet emerged as a trend.

Middle East transshipment options to emerge in the coming days: DHL CEO

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Jacksonville Port Authority said Wednesday the Ocean Alliance will include the port on its Chesapeake Bay Express (CBX) service rotation as of this June.     </p></div>

The Jacksonville Port Authority said Wednesday the Ocean Alliance will include the port on its Chesapeake Bay Express (CBX) service rotation as of this June.

CMA CGM taps Jaxport as newest call for Asia express service

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The carrier said the ships, with a combined value of up to $1.8 billion, will be deployed on Asia-Europe services as part of a strategic plan to increase the size of vessels serving that trade by 2030.</p></div>

The carrier said the ships, with a combined value of up to $1.8 billion, will be deployed on Asia-Europe services as part of a strategic plan to increase the size of vessels serving that trade by 2030.

Evergreen adds to order book with deal for six 24,000-TEU vessels

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>As part of the deal, Iran said it would allow shipping to resume through the strait with vessel passages coordinated by the Iranian military, but it has not yet issued any technical details.</p></div>

As part of the deal, Iran said it would allow shipping to resume through the strait with vessel passages coordinated by the Iranian military, but it has not yet issued any technical details.

Ocean carriers wait for clarity on safe Hormuz passage after US-Iran ceasefire

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Polyethylene prices have nearly doubled since the end of February as Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off the region’s petrochemical plants from the rest of the world.</p></div>

Polyethylene prices have nearly doubled since the end of February as Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off the region’s petrochemical plants from the rest of the world.

War-driven supply squeeze could boost US resins exports in 2026

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The agency’s ruling maintains the competitive status quo in which NS is the only railroad with direct access to Norfolk International Terminals.</p></div>

The agency’s ruling maintains the competitive status quo in which NS is the only railroad with direct access to Norfolk International Terminals.

STB rules for Norfolk Southern in dispute with CSX at Port of Virginia

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Earnings calls across home builders and home improvement and furniture retailers show an uneven market where consumers are choosing smaller maintenance and repair projects and delaying large discretionary purchases.</p></div>

Earnings calls across home builders and home improvement and furniture retailers show an uneven market where consumers are choosing smaller maintenance and repair projects and delaying large discretionary purchases.

US household goods imports flatten as housing weakness weighs on demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>It has become difficult, if not impossible, for Los Angeles-Long Beach terminals wishing to automate to gain the necessary approvals from port commissions, despite the terminals’ right to automate being guaranteed since 2008. </p></div>

It has become difficult, if not impossible, for Los Angeles-Long Beach terminals wishing to automate to gain the necessary approvals from port commissions, despite the terminals’ right to automate being guaranteed since 2008.

Hesitation from port authorities slows automation in Southern California

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The unanimous decision prevents the carrier from immediately implementing the fee, which is meant to help recoup fuel costs on US trades that have been driven higher due to the war with Iran.</p></div>

The unanimous decision prevents the carrier from immediately implementing the fee, which is meant to help recoup fuel costs on US trades that have been driven higher due to the war with Iran.

FMC again rejects Maersk petition to waive notice period for emergency fuel surcharge

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The carrier is implementing a second surcharge on US trades to recoup higher operating costs driven by the war in the Middle East, and is asking maritime regulators for permission to levy the fee immediately.</p></div>

The carrier is implementing a second surcharge on US trades to recoup higher operating costs driven by the war in the Middle East, and is asking maritime regulators for permission to levy the fee immediately.

Maersk again asks FMC to waive 30-day review period for emergency fuel surcharge

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The largest US LTL carrier looks to add new business in the healthcare, food and energy sectors and among small businesses to grow volume and improve profitability. </p></div>

The largest US LTL carrier looks to add new business in the healthcare, food and energy sectors and among small businesses to grow volume and improve profitability.

FedEx Freight plans diversification as spin-off date approaches

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The state was largely insulated from the volatility seen in the Midwest and Northeast over the winter because it did not face the same prolonged cold and snowstorms. </p></div>

The state was largely insulated from the volatility seen in the Midwest and Northeast over the winter because it did not face the same prolonged cold and snowstorms.

California truckload rates rise as fuel spikes, capacity cuts tighten market

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While the price of fuel has historically served as a tailwind for modal conversion, in and of itself, it is insufficient to guarantee success, writes Ted Prince.</p></div>

While the price of fuel has historically served as a tailwind for modal conversion, in and of itself, it is insufficient to guarantee success, writes Ted Prince.

Jump in diesel prices alone not enough to boost intermodal fortunes: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The agreement is the first of its kind between rail freight companies in Rotterdam is and part of ongoing efforts to share information across the busy multimodal network at Europe’s largest port</p></div>

The agreement is the first of its kind between rail freight companies in Rotterdam is and part of ongoing efforts to share information across the busy multimodal network at Europe’s largest port

Rotterdam rail operators ink deal to tackle delays, reliability

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues.</p></div>

Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Two factors are reshaping global logistics: rapid technological advancements and continuous volatility. Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by GoComet</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6392760792112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Two factors are reshaping global logistics: rapid technological advancements and continuous volatility. Matthew Hernandez, vice president of sales, America, at GoComet, discusses the importance of a centralized dataset on a unified platform, the gap between AI hype and its real-world capabilities, and the emergence of a hybrid workforce that blends human expertise with agentic colleagues. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by GoComet

The workforce of the future

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization.</p></div>

Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Maersk has long prioritized logistics, and it remains a key strategic focus today — enabling the company to deliver end-to-end solutions powered by an ecosystem of people, technology and partnerships. Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Maersk</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6392711284112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Maersk has long prioritized logistics, and it remains a key strategic focus today — enabling the company to deliver end-to-end solutions powered by an ecosystem of people, technology and partnerships. Julio Andres Diaz, head of lead logistics and cold chain logistics at Maersk, shares his experience with the use of predictive analytics and AI to improve service, technology that brings efficiency and control to a new level, and the importance of end-to-end, seamless connectivity within an organization. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Maersk

A connected logistics ecosystem

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth.</p></div>

Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>As the industry faces ongoing challenges, leading companies are transforming to remain competitive. Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CMC</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6392702940112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

As the industry faces ongoing challenges, leading companies are transforming to remain competitive. Davey Miller, senior vice president at CMC, explains how the company is meeting customers’ needs through regional consolidation, adopting ILA and USMX training programs to attract and retain young talent, and implementing expansion plans that drive growth. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by CMC

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Technology innovation, particularly visibility and going paperless, was accelerated by the pandemic, but the biggest industry challenge is integrating so many different global entities, such as suppliers and governments, into one platform,  says Geodis in Americas' Max Bernaldo.</p></div>

Technology innovation, particularly visibility and going paperless, was accelerated by the pandemic, but the biggest industry challenge is integrating so many different global entities, such as suppliers and governments, into one platform, says Geodis in Americas' Max Bernaldo.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Technology innovation was accelerated by the pandemic, particularly in the areas of visibility and going paperless, says Max Bernaldo, SVP of Business Development for Geodis in Americas, though the biggest industry challenge is integrating so many different global entities, such as suppliers and governments, into one platform. He predicts artificial intelligence (AI) and expanding automation will continue to rapidly transform the industry.<i>TPM22, Long Beach, California</i> Sponsored by Geodis</p><div class="wrapper-medium center-element"><img src="/images/phoenix/5659926_1.0.jpg"></img></div><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6306218253112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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