Trucking and Delivery Sectors Face Supply Chain Challenges

Trucking and Delivery Sectors Face Supply Chain Challenges

The CSCMP conference highlighted the challenges facing the trucking, express delivery, and LTL freight markets, including overcapacity, intense competition, and industry consolidation. These issues are driven by a complex interplay of factors, leading to a freight recession. Finding a balance between supply and demand is crucial, as is effective regulation to ensure fair competition and stability. The conference emphasized the need for innovative solutions and strategic adjustments to navigate this evolving landscape and prepare for future disruptions in the supply chain.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Saia Gains Market Share As Yellows Exit Shakes LTL Sector

Saia Gains Market Share As Yellows Exit Shakes LTL Sector

Saia Freight's Q4 performance exceeded expectations, signaling a thriving LTL market in the post-Yellow Trucking era. Market share redistribution and macroeconomic recovery are key drivers. Saia Freight successfully attracted new freight volume through operational efficiency and service quality. The company plans to further optimize its network layout and enhance service capabilities to capitalize on the growing demand and solidify its position in the evolving LTL landscape. This strong performance suggests a positive outlook for Saia and the broader LTL industry.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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Trucking Sector Gains As Parcel Pricing Shifts LTL Weakens Q1 Report

Trucking Sector Gains As Parcel Pricing Shifts LTL Weakens Q1 Report

The TD Cowen-AFS Freight Index Q1 report indicates signs of recovery in the trucking market despite overall weak demand. Parcel carriers successfully navigated challenges through pricing strategies. The less-than-truckload (LTL) market exhibited pricing strength, but pricing discipline is beginning to loosen. The report forecasts future trends across various transportation modes, highlighting the dynamics of supply, demand, and pricing strategies within the current economic climate. It provides valuable insights for understanding the evolving landscape of the freight transportation industry.

01/17/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Smart Logistics Firms Embrace Tech and Talent for Efficiency

Smart Logistics Firms Embrace Tech and Talent for Efficiency

The logistics industry is undergoing profound transformation, facing technological innovation, efficiency improvements, and talent challenges. This article delves into digital freight matching platforms, supply chain optimization case studies, freight trend analysis, workforce visibility enhancement, cutting-edge logistics technologies, and the advantages of warehouse management systems. It emphasizes strategies to address the talent crisis, aiming to provide companies with strategic guidance to overcome challenges and achieve sustainable development. This includes attracting, retaining and developing skilled logistics professionals in a competitive market.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Truckload Rates Hit Record High Amid Supply Chain Strain

Truckload Rates Hit Record High Amid Supply Chain Strain

The DAT Truckload Volume Index (TVI) reached a new high, reflecting shippers' willingness to pay a premium to secure freight transportation amid supply chain bottlenecks. The October TVI hit 239, driven by rising spot rates and record-high fuel surcharges. Experts point to port congestion impacting freight volumes, and anticipate a potential decrease in truckload volumes in December. This surge in the TVI highlights the ongoing challenges and increased costs associated with moving goods across the country as businesses compete for limited capacity.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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AI Revolutionizes Modern Warehousing Operations

AI Revolutionizes Modern Warehousing Operations

Dexory explores the future of intelligent warehousing management, outlining the four developmental stages of storage and how robots and artificial intelligence are reshaping the global supply chain. Through investments by Amazon and Walmart, it reveals the direction of automation and the significance of real-time decision-making.

08/06/2025 Warehousing
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Hazardous Goods Export by Sea Key Challenges and Solutions

Hazardous Goods Export by Sea Key Challenges and Solutions

This article provides a detailed analysis of each step in the dangerous goods sea freight export process, including booking, document preparation, container loading and delivery, dangerous goods declaration, customs clearance, customs acceptance, release, and loading onto the vessel. It emphasizes the importance of compliance and offers specific precautions for different types of dangerous goods. The aim is to assist companies in efficiently and safely completing their dangerous goods sea freight export operations, ensuring adherence to regulations and minimizing potential risks throughout the entire shipping process.

08/21/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Crossborder Trucking Costs Rise Between HCMC and Changsha

Crossborder Trucking Costs Rise Between HCMC and Changsha

This paper delves into the characteristics, freight rate influencing factors, and logistics service content of road transportation from Changsha to Ho Chi Minh City, providing a reference for companies engaged in cross-border transportation. It focuses on the impact of transportation distance, cargo type, time, season, fuel prices, customs clearance fees, and market competition on freight rates. The paper also emphasizes the factors to consider when selecting a logistics service provider, including qualifications, experience, service scope, price, and insurance coverage, offering guidance for informed decision-making.

08/21/2025 Logistics
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Air Cargo Damage Claims Case Study and Guidance

Air Cargo Damage Claims Case Study and Guidance

This paper analyzes the claim process and key considerations through a case study of damaged air freight import goods handled by Da Shun Company. It emphasizes the importance of insurance coverage and crucial steps following damage, including evidence preservation, timely reporting, and active cooperation. The different types of international cargo insurance are also introduced. Furthermore, it highlights Da Shun Company's strengths in logistics and insurance services, providing a comprehensive overview of navigating air freight claims and the benefits of proper cargo insurance in import logistics.

08/21/2025 Logistics
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