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Along the supply chain, the freight forwarder is the link between multiple parties and integrator of data, Samuel Shapiro & Co.’s Director of Supply Chain Angela Czajkowski noted at the 2018 JOC Logistics Technology Conference. In this interview, Czajkowski discussed the steps freight forwarders need to take to remain relevant as more disruptors move into the shipping and logistics industry. 2018 JOC Logistics Technology Conference, Las Vegas

<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.

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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>Stefan Paul said almost 20% of global air freight capacity from the belly hold of passenger aircraft and via freighter aircraft charters has been cut from the market because Middle East airports are closed or flights have been otherwise canceled. </p></div>

Stefan Paul said almost 20% of global air freight capacity from the belly hold of passenger aircraft and via freighter aircraft charters has been cut from the market because Middle East airports are closed or flights have been otherwise canceled.

Air freight backlog set to gridlock Asia airports amid Middle East conflict: K+N CEO

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US has established a maritime warning zone, effectively placing the region out of bounds to shipping, while airlines have suspended passenger and freighter flights across the Middle East.</p></div>

The US has established a maritime warning zone, effectively placing the region out of bounds to shipping, while airlines have suspended passenger and freighter flights across the Middle East.

Shipping avoids Middle East region after US, Israel begin strikes on Iran

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>China’s largest shipping company commented on current geopolitical events as it released its 2025 financial results, which saw net profits plummet 38%.</p></div>

China’s largest shipping company commented on current geopolitical events as it released its 2025 financial results, which saw net profits plummet 38%.

Middle East war will ‘amplify’ volatility in global supply chains: Cosco

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Norfolk’s dredging to a 55-foot depth will allow ocean carriers to offer more capacity on big ships that have to load lightly due to draft constraints. </p></div>

Norfolk’s dredging to a 55-foot depth will allow ocean carriers to offer more capacity on big ships that have to load lightly due to draft constraints.

Virginia’s deeper harbor could allow higher usage on ULCVs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Containers that were inbound when the war started have been plugged into reefer slots in terminals outside the Gulf, accruing mounting storage charges as cargo owners either wait for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen or start looking for new markets</p></div>

Containers that were inbound when the war started have been plugged into reefer slots in terminals outside the Gulf, accruing mounting storage charges as cargo owners either wait for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen or start looking for new markets

Reefer shippers play waiting game with boxes stuck outside Persian Gulf

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The multi-pronged program includes reflagging four of the carrier’s container ships to the Indian registry and participating in terminal infrastructure development at Vadhavan.</p></div>

The multi-pronged program includes reflagging four of the carrier’s container ships to the Indian registry and participating in terminal infrastructure development at Vadhavan.

Hapag-Lloyd to invest $1 billion across Indian maritime verticals

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The most disruptive energy shock in modern history has reawakened the debate over whether emergency fuel surcharges are a fair way for ocean carriers to recoup unexpected costs or blatant “double-dipping” that angers shippers.</p></div>

The most disruptive energy shock in modern history has reawakened the debate over whether emergency fuel surcharges are a fair way for ocean carriers to recoup unexpected costs or blatant “double-dipping” that angers shippers.

War reignites tussle between ocean carriers, cargo owners over fuel surcharges

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Broad use of Section 301 tariffs, with 60 US trading partners now being scrutinized, provides a window into the administration’s next phase of tariff applications as it seeks to redefine US trade. </p></div>

Broad use of Section 301 tariffs, with 60 US trading partners now being scrutinized, provides a window into the administration’s next phase of tariff applications as it seeks to redefine US trade.

Potential new US tariffs cloud sourcing strategies, peak season demand

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Meridian Speedway dispute is important because it’s one of the primary routes where a combined Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern railroad would look to take market share from truckload. </p></div>

The Meridian Speedway dispute is important because it’s one of the primary routes where a combined Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern railroad would look to take market share from truckload.

STB declines to intervene on Meridian Speedway dispute

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The agency in charge of enforcing US shipping law reminded the market that any change in ocean tariffs must come with a 30-day notice period prior to implementation so it can be reviewed.</p></div>

The agency in charge of enforcing US shipping law reminded the market that any change in ocean tariffs must come with a 30-day notice period prior to implementation so it can be reviewed.

FMC says ‘closely monitoring’ carrier rate moves tied to Middle East war

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A proposed universal tax on foreign-built ships would strain trade relations, raise the cost of doing business and stoke inflation, writes Reason Foundation policy analyst Jay Derr. </p></div>

A proposed universal tax on foreign-built ships would strain trade relations, raise the cost of doing business and stoke inflation, writes Reason Foundation policy analyst Jay Derr.

Reform HMT rather than taxing shipping more: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Under the US Customs and Border Protection’s proposal, shippers will not have to sue the administration for refunds of the IEEPA tariffs and will receive the monies owed as a single payment.</p></div>

Under the US Customs and Border Protection’s proposal, shippers will not have to sue the administration for refunds of the IEEPA tariffs and will receive the monies owed as a single payment.

CBP lays out initial tariff refund plan that requires ‘minimal’ work from importers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Delilah’s Law, a major crackdown on immigrants in the trucking industry, was passed 35 to 26 by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and now heads to a floor vote.</p></div>

Delilah’s Law, a major crackdown on immigrants in the trucking industry, was passed 35 to 26 by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and now heads to a floor vote.

House committee advances bill targeting non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Changing market dynamics offer an opportunity for motor carriers to raise rates, but also for intermodal providers to win business from cost-conscious shippers looking to shift modes.</p></div>

Changing market dynamics offer an opportunity for motor carriers to raise rates, but also for intermodal providers to win business from cost-conscious shippers looking to shift modes.

Capacity cuts, fuel shocks provide openings for trucking and rail

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Signs of stress are emerging as boxes pour into a land transport network crucial for the flow of cargo across the war-torn region. </p></div>

Signs of stress are emerging as boxes pour into a land transport network crucial for the flow of cargo across the war-torn region.

Rising road volume puts Middle East land-based options under pressure

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The recent increase in intermodal share in the face of declining West Coast share is intriguing, and it might be signaling a more significant change in the situation, writes Larry Gross. </p></div>

The recent increase in intermodal share in the face of declining West Coast share is intriguing, and it might be signaling a more significant change in the situation, writes Larry Gross.

Ocean shipping patterns erode intermodal share from West Coast: analyst

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Ian Arroyo, chief strategy officer at Freightos, joins TPM Today to discuss the blurring lines of freight procurement as shippers use index data to balance long and short-term rates.</p></div>

Ian Arroyo, chief strategy officer at Freightos, joins TPM Today to discuss the blurring lines of freight procurement as shippers use index data to balance long and short-term rates.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>If you are still locking into rigid, long-term freight contracts, are you are sacrificing agility and leaving money on the table? Today's smart shippers are actively rewriting the playbook to balance long and short-term rates using real-time index data.  </p><p>Host Eric Johnson and guest Ian A. Arroyo (CSO at Freightos)  cut through the noise of modern freight procurement.</p><p>• Shorter Contracts: Why shippers are pivoting to shorter agreements to stay nimble.</p><p>• The Index Advantage: How real-time rate data is actively changing procurement negotiations.</p><p>• The AI Factor: Is AI actually driving shipper and 3PL decisions, or is it just vendor hype?    </p><p>This episode was streamed live on February 27, 2026 on <a href="https://letstalksupplychain.com/tpm-today/">TPM Today.</a></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="dGHHCaZO7QY"></dynamic-object></div></div>

If you are still locking into rigid, long-term freight contracts, are you are sacrificing agility and leaving money on the table? Today's smart shippers are actively rewriting the playbook to balance long and short-term rates using real-time index data. Host Eric Johnson and guest Ian A. Arroyo (CSO at Freightos) cut through the noise of modern freight procurement. • Shorter Contracts: Why shippers are pivoting to shorter agreements to stay nimble. • The Index Advantage: How real-time rate data is actively changing procurement negotiations. • The AI Factor: Is AI actually driving shipper and 3PL decisions, or is it just vendor hype? This episode was streamed live on February 27, 2026 on TPM Today.

TPM TODAY | The Annual Freight Contract is Dying. Are You Ready for What's Next?

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Zubin Appoo, CEO of WiseTech Global, explores the most impactful AI opportunities in logistics, the speed at which AI can deliver value to customers, and the importance of governance, guardrails and human oversight to manage AI at critical stages of integration.</p></div>

Zubin Appoo, CEO of WiseTech Global, explores the most impactful AI opportunities in logistics, the speed at which AI can deliver value to customers, and the importance of governance, guardrails and human oversight to manage AI at critical stages of integration.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Advancements in AI in early 2026 have introduced new ways to improve labor efficiency and address current trade risks. Zubin Appoo, CEO of WiseTech Global, explores the most impactful AI opportunities in logistics, the speed at which AI can deliver value to customers, and the importance of governance, guardrails and human oversight to manage AI at critical stages of integration.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by WiseTech Global</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6391142072112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Advancements in AI in early 2026 have introduced new ways to improve labor efficiency and address current trade risks. Zubin Appoo, CEO of WiseTech Global, explores the most impactful AI opportunities in logistics, the speed at which AI can deliver value to customers, and the importance of governance, guardrails and human oversight to manage AI at critical stages of integration. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by WiseTech Global

Smarter supply chains

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>David Bennett, chief commercial officer at Port X Logistics, explains why culture is a cornerstone of the company’s success, offers solutions to compliance and security concerns, and touches on the most overlooked component in the supply chain.</p></div>

David Bennett, chief commercial officer at Port X Logistics, explains why culture is a cornerstone of the company’s success, offers solutions to compliance and security concerns, and touches on the most overlooked component in the supply chain.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>In the wake of post-COVID market normalization, drayage providers continue to navigate a complex and volatile landscape. David Bennett, chief commercial officer at Port X Logistics, explains why culture is a cornerstone of the company’s success, offers solutions to compliance and security concerns, and touches on the most overlooked component in the supply chain.</p><p><i>TPM26, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Port X Logistics</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6391139235112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

In the wake of post-COVID market normalization, drayage providers continue to navigate a complex and volatile landscape. David Bennett, chief commercial officer at Port X Logistics, explains why culture is a cornerstone of the company’s success, offers solutions to compliance and security concerns, and touches on the most overlooked component in the supply chain. TPM26, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Port X Logistics

Culture as the gold standard

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Along the supply chain, the freight forwarder is the link between multiple parties and integrator of data, Samuel Shapiro &amp; Co.’s Director of Supply Chain Angela Czajkowski noted at the 2018 JOC Logistics Technology Conference. In this interview, Czajkowski discussed the steps freight forwarders need to take to remain relevant as more disruptors move into the shipping and logistics industry.</p></div>

Along the supply chain, the freight forwarder is the link between multiple parties and integrator of data, Samuel Shapiro & Co.’s Director of Supply Chain Angela Czajkowski noted at the 2018 JOC Logistics Technology Conference. In this interview, Czajkowski discussed the steps freight forwarders need to take to remain relevant as more disruptors move into the shipping and logistics industry.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Along the supply chain, the freight forwarder is the link between multiple parties and integrator of data, Samuel Shapiro &amp; Co.’s Director of Supply Chain Angela Czajkowski noted at the 2018 JOC Logistics Technology Conference. In this interview, Czajkowski discussed the steps freight forwarders need to <a href="https://www.joc.com/technology/forwarders-urged-fend-triple-threat-technology_20181108.html">take to remain relevant</a> as more disruptors move into the shipping and logistics industry.</p><p><i>2018 JOC Logistics Technology Conference, Las Vegas</i></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="youtube" resource-id="bP6l683HeqE?rel=0"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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