Road Transport

BasicBlock's acquisition of TrueNorth aims to provide small truckload carriers with technology to find profitable loads.

New US tariffs target imports from China, Mexico, Canada, and 57 other economies, impacting global trade

New US tariffs are set to increase global supply chain uncertainty, potentially affecting trade flows and logistics planning

YMX Logistics received an AI Excellence in Supply Chain Award for its autonomous yard operating system, reducing a grocery fleet by 36%

Automotive manufacturers prioritize production uptime, often choosing expedited freight over cheaper intermodal options despite higher costs

Increased state-level safety inspections and CDL enforcement are tightening the trucking market, reducing capacity and raising spot rates

Zebra Technologies introduces "physical AI" to optimize supply chain operations, offering real-time feedback and granular visibility.

Regulatory and legal hurdles are expected to prevent a quick return of trucking capacity, prolonging the tight market.

Geopolitical tensions have led to higher oil prices, increasing costs for consumer goods and freight.

Brent crude prices adjusted to $97.67 per barrel, reflecting market volatility despite geopolitical and tariff concerns

China has imposed export restrictions on 14 European companies, including Rheinmetall, in retaliation for EU sanctions.

German police stopped a Serbian truck on the A7 highway near Fulda for unsafe cargo and technical deficiencies.

Luxembourg secures €54 million in EU-approved state aid to offset rising fuel costs for road and rail freight operators

Port of Zwolle remains accessible for vessels despite low water levels and the temporary closure of the Twentekanaal.

Ukrainian grain exports are rerouting to Danube and western border points following increased attacks on Black Sea ports

Blue Water Shipping has re-entered the Kazakhstan market by forming a joint venture with Askar Tau Engineering to boost project logistics

A multi-truck collision has forced the closure of the Drechttunnel's right tube on the A16 towards Breda.

Kuehne+Nagel completed 2,000 layoffs and is now focusing on AI-driven cost cutting, with non-growth divisions facing scrutiny

Amazon's Michael Shorrosh will share insights on scaling warehouse automation at IntraLogisteX Dallas

The US is replacing temporary import tariffs with a stricter, long-term regime, raising average duties on EU products.

Medlog, MSC's logistics arm, has acquired shares in Interporto Bologna, investing €6 million in a capital increase.

The Trump administration has implemented new Section 301 tariffs on various trading partners due to forced labor concerns.

Volvo Trucks has added its VNL and VNR Electric models to American Truck Simulator, allowing players to drive these virtual vehicles.

Spanish auto parts maker Grupo Antolin-Irausa was granted US court protection for its assets amidst an ongoing legal case

Ryder met most Q2 financial targets, largely due to strong performance in used vehicle sales.

BasicBlock has acquired TrueNorth, expanding its service offerings for independent carriers beyond financial solutions.

A major cross-border drug trafficking network has been dismantled, resulting in significant drug and firearm seizures.

NHTSA is developing new car door safety rules after multiple fatalities in Tesla crashes where doors could not be opened.

The US truckload market is undergoing a repricing cycle, with carriers adjusting rates due to tightening capacity.

Sign-on bonuses may deter experienced owner-operators who value stable relationships and consistent work over one-time payments