Road Transport

Despite evolving mobility trends and environmental regulations, interest in driving education is on the rise

Global M&A deal value rose 47% in H1 2026, with supply chain transactions totaling US$221 billion.

Record-low Danube water levels are restricting grain shipments via Romania, compounding issues for Ukrainian exports amid Russian attacks

Southeast Asian nations are expected to deliver under one-third of their planned gas-fired power capacity by 2030.

Extreme heat and drought in Europe are projected to reduce the EU's GDP by €180 billion this year, impacting logistics.

A foundation is accelerating compensation claims for defective Babboe bikes after parent company Accell received a payment suspension.

Electric terminal tractors are proving reliable and cost-effective for moving trailers within logistics yards.

Increased fuel costs have reduced trucking capacity, leading to higher freight rates for shippers and forwarders

Fleets are prioritizing total cost of ownership and operational feasibility over regulatory mandates for electric truck adoption

US gasoline spot prices rose sharply from March to July 2026, despite EPA waivers, due to tight inventories and strong demand

German industrial production increased by 0.2% in June, driven mainly by the automotive industry, with exports also rising.

Forward Air's CEO is optimistic about a tightening freight market due to reduced capacity from regulations and carrier exits

Eight individuals have been indicted for a $4.49 million cargo theft scheme that exploited hacked company data.

German customs dismantled a criminal network smuggling nearly 100 million illegal cigarettes, seizing over 11 million untaxed cigarettes.

RXO emphasizes service quality to stand out as freight brokerage regulations undergo substantial changes

DD Freight Express, an Illinois-based trucking firm, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, stating assets cover liabilities.

Averitt Express increased pay for regional and LTL drivers, citing a simplified structure to improve customer service.

Global food commodity prices rose 0.6% in July, reaching a three-year high due to increased grain, sugar, and vegetable oil costs.

The National Waterways Conference will hold its annual meeting in Moline, Illinois, co-hosted by Corn Belt Ports.

Ford has named its new electric pickup truck the Fathom, setting a starting price of $29,945 including shipping.

CEVA Logistics faces scrutiny over a data breach potentially affecting multiple companies, raising cybercrime risks.

Royal A-ware saw a 16% revenue increase to €4.418 billion in 2025, while its net profit decreased and AB Texel's fleet grew

A move towards regional heavy transport operations is creating new risks for project logistics and engineering.

Bertling completed a multimodal shipment of 580 CBM of mining equipment, including oversized units, from Sweden to the DRC

US intelligence reports suggest Russia may launch a limited attack on a NATO country, potentially impacting global logistics.

Port Polska has initiated 29 procurement procedures worth over PLN 14 billion for infrastructure development this year

US wholesale inventories rose by a modest 0.2%, falling short of expectations and suggesting a cautious business outlook

Daimler Truck North America plans to launch its largest US truck manufacturing plant by 2029, expanding production capacity

Drayage capacity at key US ports tightened in June as import volumes increased, impacting inland logistics

GXO Logistics is adopting a new global operating model to drive growth via high-margin contracts and reduce costs