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Description: The merger of the three companies that now form CMC-ITI-CCS occurred in 2023, combining the rich experiences of three legacy founders and significantly expanding the company’s geographical reach. CMC-ITI-CCS’ Chief Operating Officer Sam Cermack talks about the need for a stronger, larger network in uncertain times. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by CMC-ITI-CCS

The merger of the three companies that now form CMC-ITI-CCS occurred in 2023, combining the rich experiences of three legacy founders and significantly expanding the company’s geographical reach. CMC-ITI-CCS’ Chief Operating Officer Sam Cermack talks about the need for a stronger, larger network in uncertain times. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by CMC-ITI-CCS

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>US electronics imports are riding a wave of cyclical replacement, but tariffs could bring on an ebb tide.</p></div>

US electronics imports are riding a wave of cyclical replacement, but tariffs could bring on an ebb tide.

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US tariffs threaten a ‘refresh wave’ of US electronics sales, imports

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Qatar, IAG and MASkargo plan to get their trilateral partnership off the ground as soon as regulatory approval is secured.</p></div>

Qatar, IAG and MASkargo plan to get their trilateral partnership off the ground as soon as regulatory approval is secured.

Three air freight majors form global alliance to expand network reach

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Disruption caused by trade wars will reach deep into global supply chains, depressing an already uncertain outlook for the US freight economy.  </p></div>

Disruption caused by trade wars will reach deep into global supply chains, depressing an already uncertain outlook for the US freight economy.

Tariff-related disruption spreading as US shippers ‘pause’ plans

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With the integration now set to begin, DSV has announced a round of executive appointments with candidates promoted from within both DSV and DB Schenker.   </p></div>

With the integration now set to begin, DSV has announced a round of executive appointments with candidates promoted from within both DSV and DB Schenker.

Last regulatory hurdles cleared for DSV takeover of DB Schenker

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An initial flurry of activity will be followed by a drop in demand after e-commerce from China and Hong Kong no longer enjoys duty-free treatment, the head of the air cargo group tells the <i>Journal of Commerce</i>.</p></div>

An initial flurry of activity will be followed by a drop in demand after e-commerce from China and Hong Kong no longer enjoys duty-free treatment, the head of the air cargo group tells the Journal of Commerce.

Prepare for period of ‘panic’ in trans-Pacific air cargo market: Tiaca

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But executives at both northern range hubs highlighted the extreme volatility of the first three months and the US tariff-driven uncertainty that lies ahead.</p></div>

But executives at both northern range hubs highlighted the extreme volatility of the first three months and the US tariff-driven uncertainty that lies ahead.

Antwerp-Bruges passes Rotterdam to become Europe’s busiest box port

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The increase in blank sailings coincides with the Port of Los Angeles’ expectation that container volumes will plunge 14% month over month in week 18 and 38.6% in week 19.</p></div>

The increase in blank sailings coincides with the Port of Los Angeles’ expectation that container volumes will plunge 14% month over month in week 18 and 38.6% in week 19.

Asia-US blank sailing forecast for May increasing amid cancellations

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The alcoholic beverage industry is in decline as consumer tastes change, which is being felt in the import business as it deals with flat volumes. </p></div>

The alcoholic beverage industry is in decline as consumer tastes change, which is being felt in the import business as it deals with flat volumes.

Fewer drinkers keep lid on US wine and spirits imports

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The very idea of the United States getting back into shipbuilding at scale shows an erosion in acceptance of the concept of global trade, specifically comparative advantage. </p></div>

The very idea of the United States getting back into shipbuilding at scale shows an erosion in acceptance of the concept of global trade, specifically comparative advantage.

Questions of need, cost dog US shipbuilding ambitions

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>In addition to various ongoing supply chain disruptions that US agricultural shippers face, they must now contend with the highly volatile tariff environment that is forcing them to seek new markets for their products.</p></div>

In addition to various ongoing supply chain disruptions that US agricultural shippers face, they must now contend with the highly volatile tariff environment that is forcing them to seek new markets for their products.

Uncertain trade environment especially fraught for US ag shippers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While not ideal, the agreement reached at the IMO’s Maritime Environment Protection Committee at least puts a price on global emissions that will help narrow the yawning cost gap between fossil fuels and greener alternatives.</p></div>

While not ideal, the agreement reached at the IMO’s Maritime Environment Protection Committee at least puts a price on global emissions that will help narrow the yawning cost gap between fossil fuels and greener alternatives.

IMO deal on fuel intensity, pricing hailed as ‘major step forward’

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Some – but not all – LTL trucking companies are handling more imports as US tariffs take effect, but the market is otherwise weak, carriers and analysts say.</p></div>

Some – but not all – LTL trucking companies are handling more imports as US tariffs take effect, but the market is otherwise weak, carriers and analysts say.

US LTL carriers see uneven uptick in demand amid trade uncertainty

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But the largest US intermodal provider said customers have not yet meaningfully adjusted their freight forecasts, and shippers continue to tender the quantity of loads outlined in their contracts.</p></div>

But the largest US intermodal provider said customers have not yet meaningfully adjusted their freight forecasts, and shippers continue to tender the quantity of loads outlined in their contracts.

J.B. Hunt customers waiting for ‘dust to settle’ on tariffs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>US tariffs are forcing shippers in Mexico to rethink global sourcing and logistics strategies as complying with the USMCA becomes more complex. </p></div>

US tariffs are forcing shippers in Mexico to rethink global sourcing and logistics strategies as complying with the USMCA becomes more complex.

In Mexico, global shippers seek new logistics options amid shifting US tariffs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry.</p></div>

Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Terminal49 was built on the development of software that helps to streamline drayage operations. Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Terminal49</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371367957112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Terminal49 was built on the development of software that helps to streamline drayage operations. Akshay Dodeja, founder and CEO of Terminal49, talks about what customers want, how AI should be used and where technology could take the industry. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Terminal49

Technology’s potential in logistics

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching its goal of above 90% reliability and bringing sustainability to its operations.</p></div>

Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching its goal of above 90% reliability and bringing sustainability to its operations.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Maersk is focused on achieving above 90% reliability, a rather ambitious goal given recent geopolitical tensions and other uncertainties. Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching that goal and bringing sustainability to its operations.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Maersk</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371364165112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Maersk is focused on achieving above 90% reliability, a rather ambitious goal given recent geopolitical tensions and other uncertainties. Jason Walker, regional head of contract logistics, North America, at Maersk, talks about how the company is reaching that goal and bringing sustainability to its operations. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Maersk

Homing in on high reliability

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers.</p></div>

NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Uncertainty can be hard on an industry that thrives on predictability, but it can also set the stage for opportunity and innovation. NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by NYSHEX</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371363583112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Uncertainty can be hard on an industry that thrives on predictability, but it can also set the stage for opportunity and innovation. NYSHEX CEO Gordon Downes reflects on last year’s wins, revisiting the idea of index-linked contracts and how NYSHEX is creating opportunities for customers. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by NYSHEX

Finding opportunity in uncertainty

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>CMC-ITI-CCS’ Chief Operating Officer Sam Cermack talks about the need for a stronger, larger network in uncertain times.</p></div>

CMC-ITI-CCS’ Chief Operating Officer Sam Cermack talks about the need for a stronger, larger network in uncertain times.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>The merger of the three companies that now form CMC-ITI-CCS occurred in 2023, combining the rich experiences of three legacy founders and significantly expanding the company’s geographical reach. CMC-ITI-CCS’ Chief Operating Officer Sam Cermack talks about the need for a stronger, larger network in uncertain times.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CMC-ITI-CCS</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6370332243112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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