
Truckload Sector Experiences Reduced Haul Distances
Supply chain adaptations have resulted in shorter average distances for truckload shipments, easing market capacity pressures
European and North American road-freight: tolls, capacity, regulation, last-mile.

Supply chain adaptations have resulted in shorter average distances for truckload shipments, easing market capacity pressures

Wärtsilä will supply 452MW of power generation equipment and provide long-term maintenance for the Pecos Power Plant in Texas

France's flour industry is struggling with increased cheap imports as supermarkets opt for foreign sourcing over domestic producers.

FedEx Freight has officially spun off from FedEx, now trading independently on the NYSE as FDXF.

DHL Group is set to invest €160 million in France to boost logistics, modernize infrastructure, and advance decarbonization efforts

Tenet Transportation Tech and Crown Data Systems have merged, combining their carrier operations and airfreight trucking software.

Circle Group collaborates with Autotrasporti Pigliacelli to digitalize intermodal logistics using the Milos® Suite for enhanced efficiency

The U.S. Commerce Department recommended new tariffs on dry and refrigerated van trailers and subassemblies from China and Mexico.

Horizon is preparing to launch Class 8 battery-electric tractors within 18 months, expanding its current vehicle portfolio.

Housing affordability issues are suppressing freight volumes across multiple transport modes, impacting residential construction and home…

Sophisticated criminal groups are targeting high-value freight, such as luxury fashion, using advanced theft techniques.

US truck transportation jobs saw a significant decline in May, nearly erasing the gains from the previous month

ArcBest has raised its Q2 operating income expectations for its LTL and asset-light business units, signaling improved performance.

Canada Post is implementing pricing adjustments and operational reforms to stabilize finances after a 17.2% drop in Q1 parcel volumes.

Four individuals received prison sentences for possessing and transporting cocaine from an Oud Gastel warehouse in 2024

Arie van den Ban, founder of the international tire wholesaler Van den Ban Autobanden, passed away on June 2, 2026
Alternative parcel carriers are leveraging AI to enhance operations and potentially challenge dominant players like FedEx and UPS.

Container shipping expert Lars Jensen will begin an 18-month expedition to explore African supply chain connectivity.

Cargo theft has evolved into sophisticated identity-based fraud schemes, utilizing fake IDs and stolen identities to intercept shipments

US employers added 172,000 jobs in May, a slight decrease from April, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%.

Over 50% of UK firms are unprepared for financial impacts of supply chain disruptions, lacking resilience strategies
Retail leaders state that ensuring on-time delivery is more important for customer retention than simply offering fast shipping.

ISEE AI and TICO plan to begin producing autonomous yard tractors by 2027, expecting substantial orders for their advanced vehicles

The Georgia Ports Authority's trucker app has rapidly expanded its user base, enhancing efficiency for Port of Savannah drayage.

Amazon is rolling out new delivery options in the UK to speed up grocery fulfillment and enhance customer service.
US gasoline futures are near a seven-week low as markets evaluate potential Middle East diplomatic breakthroughs.

Gateway Basel Nord trimodal terminal in Switzerland has secured construction funding, advancing intermodal freight capabilities.

Allelys has expanded its UK heavy transport capacity by adding a tenth 250-tonne girder frame to its specialized fleet

Logistics operations are prioritizing flexibility and resilience due to persistent market volatility, emphasizing strategic supply chain…

Rolande introduces a new facility in Tilburg offering both bio-LNG and electric charging for heavy road transport.
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