Name: Volumes soar, as Western China attracts new manufacturing and vendors (Sponsored)
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Sponsored. Shippers need to balance their supply chains and diversify not only the carriers they use but the ports they go through, says John Painter, CEO and founder of Guangzhou Port America. He speaks to the importance of new infrastructure and on-dock rail systems at the deepwater Port of Nansha for accommodating high volumes due to pandemic-related closures at other regional ports and an increasing move in manufacturing and vendors to Western China.

<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>The upbeat results have led several carriers to invest in new tonnage, with vessels scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028.</p></div>

The upbeat results have led several carriers to invest in new tonnage, with vessels scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028.

Intra-Asia carriers see H1 profits surge on higher freight rates, cargo volumes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Fragmentation and systems that don’t “talk to each other” are holding back the effective use of data in the project cargo industry, stakeholders say.</p></div>

Fragmentation and systems that don’t “talk to each other” are holding back the effective use of data in the project cargo industry, stakeholders say.

Slow-moving digitalization is threat to project sector progress, EPCs warn

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The all-Scandinavian takeover will combine data sources in a move designed to bring transparency and efficiency to how ocean freight is bought and sold, Xeneta CEO Patrick Berglund says. </p></div>

The all-Scandinavian takeover will combine data sources in a move designed to bring transparency and efficiency to how ocean freight is bought and sold, Xeneta CEO Patrick Berglund says.

Xeneta expands shipping data footprint with acquisition of eeSea

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Mediterranean Shipping Co. is adding new calls to West Africa on its South Africa service as former alliance partner Maersk pulls out of direct services from the continent.</p></div>

Mediterranean Shipping Co. is adding new calls to West Africa on its South Africa service as former alliance partner Maersk pulls out of direct services from the continent.

MSC will expand Africa-US trade with new calls

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Carriers have responded by adjusting schedules and blanking sailings, but the capacity management has so far failed to hold up prices on the trade lane.</p></div>

Carriers have responded by adjusting schedules and blanking sailings, but the capacity management has so far failed to hold up prices on the trade lane.

Asia-Europe ocean rates edging down despite ‘robust’ bookings

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The NMFTA’s preliminary freight charges API helps notify shippers of changes to charges, including reweighing and classification, before delivery and final invoicing.</p></div>

The NMFTA’s preliminary freight charges API helps notify shippers of changes to charges, including reweighing and classification, before delivery and final invoicing.

New API standard advances LTL billing transparency

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Outpost’s technology aims to answer key supply chain security questions and clarify visibility at terminal gates. </p></div>

Outpost’s technology aims to answer key supply chain security questions and clarify visibility at terminal gates.

Shared-terminal operator rolls out AI-based gate security platform

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Traditional retailers in the US are scaling back their space requirements, according to an annual report, as the volatility over tariffs trickles down to the industrial real estate market.</p></div>

Traditional retailers in the US are scaling back their space requirements, according to an annual report, as the volatility over tariffs trickles down to the industrial real estate market.

Retailers cut back on warehouse space as supply chain hurdles fuel 3PL growth

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Less-than-truckload costs are up 7.3% year over year, according to the latest US data, but changes to the LTL classification system are adding little, if anything, to shipper rates. </p></div>

Less-than-truckload costs are up 7.3% year over year, according to the latest US data, but changes to the LTL classification system are adding little, if anything, to shipper rates.

US LTL rates still rising after muted response to shipment reclassification

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US-based ocean carrier and logistics company paid about $2 million for the two transload specialists following the July shutdown of GSC.</p></div>

The US-based ocean carrier and logistics company paid about $2 million for the two transload specialists following the July shutdown of GSC.

Pasha picks up GSC’s Pacific Northwest transload businesses in court sale

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The latest Intermodal Service Scorecard from the <i>Journal of Commerce</i> marks a major boost in confidence that railroads can deliver reliable intermodal service only a few years after historic disruption gridlocked rail networks across North America amid pandemic-linked chaos.</p></div>

The latest Intermodal Service Scorecard from the Journal of Commerce marks a major boost in confidence that railroads can deliver reliable intermodal service only a few years after historic disruption gridlocked rail networks across North America amid pandemic-linked chaos.

Shippers, logistics providers satisfied with H1 rail performance

<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

TPM TODAY | Will Language Rules Trigger a Trucking Talent Gap?

<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>

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

TPM TODAY | What happens when MIT takes on freight trucking?

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Sponsored. Shippers need to balance their supply chains and diversify not only the carriers they use but the ports they go through, says John Painter, CEO and founder of Guangzhou Port America. He speaks to the importance of new infrastructure and on-dock rail systems at the deepwater Port of Nansha for accommodating high volumes due to pandemic-related closures at other regional ports and an increasing move in manufacturing and vendors to Western China.</p></div>

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Sponsored. Shippers need to balance their supply chains and diversify not only the carriers they use but the ports they go through, says John Painter, CEO and founder of Guangzhou Port America. He speaks to the importance of new infrastructure and on-dock rail systems at the deepwater Port of Nansha for accommodating high volumes due to pandemic-related closures at other regional ports and an increasing move in manufacturing and vendors to Western China.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6305608268112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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