Name: TPM TODAY | What happens when MIT takes on freight trucking?
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On this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson connects with Angi Acocella, research scientist at Massachusetts Institute of Technology FreightLab, to explore how academic research is transforming truckload procurement. • How procurement is evolving through data and innovation • How MIT collaborates with the freight industry • What’s next in freight tech Get a closer look at how top research is shaping the future of transportation. This episode was streamed live on July 11, 2025 on TPM Today

<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.

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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>Company executives pointed to the rollout of the Trump administration’s tariff policy in April as driving disruption throughout the second quarter. </p></div>

Company executives pointed to the rollout of the Trump administration’s tariff policy in April as driving disruption throughout the second quarter.

CH Robinson cautious on second-half outlook amid trade volatility

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While not yet reflected in freight rates, analysts and forwarders report growing space constraints out of Southeast Asian origins. </p></div>

While not yet reflected in freight rates, analysts and forwarders report growing space constraints out of Southeast Asian origins.

Tariff-linked trade flow shift tightens Asian air freight capacity

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The 90-day pause in tariffs was long enough for US importers to advance most of their cargo shipments by ocean, according to analysts.</p></div>

The 90-day pause in tariffs was long enough for US importers to advance most of their cargo shipments by ocean, according to analysts.

Ocean frontloading cuts air freight demand on trans-Pacific

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>US tariffs are fuel cost-cutting mandates, heaping pressure on cargo owners to push for lower ocean shipping rates even if at the expense of carrier relations.  </p></div>

US tariffs are fuel cost-cutting mandates, heaping pressure on cargo owners to push for lower ocean shipping rates even if at the expense of carrier relations.

Shipper cost pressures risk further fraying carrier relationships

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>OOCL’s newest express shuttle service from China to Mexico joins other carrier services linking the two and underscores the ongoing growth in trade between the two countries.  </p></div>

OOCL’s newest express shuttle service from China to Mexico joins other carrier services linking the two and underscores the ongoing growth in trade between the two countries.

OOCL adds service to tap China-to-Mexico trade boom

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Exporters’ proclivity for rate shopping leads to choppiness in a market that is also beholden to vessels being pulled into larger ocean freight markets.</p></div>

Exporters’ proclivity for rate shopping leads to choppiness in a market that is also beholden to vessels being pulled into larger ocean freight markets.

Exporter rate ‘shopping’ exacerbating uneven India ocean service

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Two carriers have taken advantage of favorable market fundamentals that pair a rapidly aging fleet and a low order book. </p></div>

Two carriers have taken advantage of favorable market fundamentals that pair a rapidly aging fleet and a low order book.

Strong project cargo demand spurs MPV fleet expansion

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Import volumes for September through December are expected to come in each month about 20% under the comparable 2024 levels, according to the latest Global Port Tracker, with tariff-linked frontloading one of the primary reasons.</p></div>

Import volumes for September through December are expected to come in each month about 20% under the comparable 2024 levels, according to the latest Global Port Tracker, with tariff-linked frontloading one of the primary reasons.

US retailers project big year-over-year import declines to close out 2025

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The reasons for the increase are largely tariff-related, sources say, as market participants adjust to the possibility of permanently higher tariff levels imposed by the Trump administration.</p></div>

The reasons for the increase are largely tariff-related, sources say, as market participants adjust to the possibility of permanently higher tariff levels imposed by the Trump administration.

Tariff realities prompt growth in ‘origin-controlled’ cargo on trans-Pacific

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The National Motor Freight Traffic Association will oversee development of a truckload scheduling initiative among the Scheduling Standards Consortium’s 17 existing members.</p></div>

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association will oversee development of a truckload scheduling initiative among the Scheduling Standards Consortium’s 17 existing members.

Trucking standards group takes control of truckload scheduling consortium

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While some planned larger projects are facing delays due to challenging market conditions, new facilities will benefit from renewed fiscal support from Washington. </p></div>

While some planned larger projects are facing delays due to challenging market conditions, new facilities will benefit from renewed fiscal support from Washington.

Extended tax credits for chip manufacturers to boost heavy-lift cargo demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Ports say they stand to lose about $1 billion in funding for maintenance work because the US Army Corps of Engineers’ budget is not treating so-called donor ports equally. </p></div>

Ports say they stand to lose about $1 billion in funding for maintenance work because the US Army Corps of Engineers’ budget is not treating so-called donor ports equally.

Big US ports ask Congress to follow law for equal funding of dredging work

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The latest data from the Intermodal Association of North America shows how railroads have lost US business to over-the-road trucking, writes analyst Larry Gross.  </p></div>

The latest data from the Intermodal Association of North America shows how railroads have lost US business to over-the-road trucking, writes analyst Larry Gross.

US domestic rail intermodal market share shrinks: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The new rule, a second attempt at requiring the so-called ABC test for workers in the state, has drawn opposition from multiple groups, with port trucking among the affected industries.</p></div>

The new rule, a second attempt at requiring the so-called ABC test for workers in the state, has drawn opposition from multiple groups, with port trucking among the affected industries.

New Jersey’s proposed worker classification rule hangs over port truckers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Shippers stand to benefit on lanes where both western US railroads are vying for market share. </p></div>

Shippers stand to benefit on lanes where both western US railroads are vying for market share.

New and faster intermodal services put BNSF, UP on hunt for truck freight

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The spot and contract savings from domestic intermodal eroded in the second quarter compared with a year ago, while the fate of the third quarter depends largely on whether volume in Southern California keeps up to support peak season surcharges.</p></div>

The spot and contract savings from domestic intermodal eroded in the second quarter compared with a year ago, while the fate of the third quarter depends largely on whether volume in Southern California keeps up to support peak season surcharges.

Intermodal savings dipped in Q2; surcharges to factor into Q3 decisions

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Danielle Chaffin joins TPM Today to discuss her deep dive into the data behind English language proficiency among drivers, what freight brokers and carriers need from the technology world. and why Revenova is focused on a CRM-focused TMS.</p></div>

Danielle Chaffin joins TPM Today to discuss her deep dive into the data behind English language proficiency among drivers, what freight brokers and carriers need from the technology world. and why Revenova is focused on a CRM-focused TMS.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>In this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson sat down with Danielle Chaffin, industry expert and VP at Revenova, to unpack the data and technology trends shaping truckload operations.</p><p>• What new data reveals about English language proficiency among drivers</p><p>• How freight brokers are navigating a noisy tech landscape</p><p>• Why Revenova believes TMS and CRM should be inseparable</p><p>Get expert insight into the evolving tech needs of brokers, carriers, and the platforms connecting them.</p><p>This video was streamed live on 7/25/25 on <a href="">TPM Today</a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="EdORr0eO8Ds"></dynamic-object></div></div>

In this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson sat down with Danielle Chaffin, industry expert and VP at Revenova, to unpack the data and technology trends shaping truckload operations. • What new data reveals about English language proficiency among drivers • How freight brokers are navigating a noisy tech landscape • Why Revenova believes TMS and CRM should be inseparable Get expert insight into the evolving tech needs of brokers, carriers, and the platforms connecting them. This video was streamed live on 7/25/25 on TPM Today

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p> Brendan Dugan, assistant executive director and chief commercial officer at South Jersey Port Corporation, discusses customers’ front-loading of steel imports, increased lumber and plywood cargo, and how the business is reducing carbon emissions.</p></div>

Brendan Dugan, assistant executive director and chief commercial officer at South Jersey Port Corporation, discusses customers’ front-loading of steel imports, increased lumber and plywood cargo, and how the business is reducing carbon emissions.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Fluctuating trade regulations from the Trump administration have impacted numerous initiatives throughout the industry, one of these being steel commodities. Brendan Dugan, assistant executive director and chief commercial officer at South Jersey Port Corporation, discusses customers’ front-loading of steel imports, increased lumber and plywood cargo, and how the business is reducing carbon emissions.</p><p><i>Breakbulk25, New Orleans, Louisiana</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by South Jersey Port Corporation</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6375973340112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Fluctuating trade regulations from the Trump administration have impacted numerous initiatives throughout the industry, one of these being steel commodities. Brendan Dugan, assistant executive director and chief commercial officer at South Jersey Port Corporation, discusses customers’ front-loading of steel imports, increased lumber and plywood cargo, and how the business is reducing carbon emissions. Breakbulk25, New Orleans, Louisiana Sponsored by South Jersey Port Corporation

Contingency planning

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Angi Acocella joins TPM Today to discuss research she's doing in the world of truckload procurement for MIT's FreightLab, how the commercial sector partners with academia, and what's next in freight technology</p></div>

Angi Acocella joins TPM Today to discuss research she's doing in the world of truckload procurement for MIT's FreightLab, how the commercial sector partners with academia, and what's next in freight technology

<div class="phx-topic"><p>On this episode of TPM TODAY, host Eric Johnson connects with Angi Acocella, research scientist at Massachusetts Institute of Technology FreightLab, to explore how academic research is transforming truckload procurement.</p><p>• How procurement is evolving through data and innovation</p><p>• How MIT collaborates with the freight industry</p><p>• What’s next in freight tech</p><p>Get a closer look at how top research is shaping the future of transportation.</p><p><i>This episode was streamed live on July 11, 2025 on </i><a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/"><i>TPM Today</i></a></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="rfNhFPPsF4w"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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