High consumer confidence means big spending this holiday
The fourth quarter is poised for strong demand for truckload freight, especially in the dry van sector. Persistent consumer demand
Third-quarter performance feels impact of supply chain disruptions
The recently released U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index reported growth, albeit at a slightly slower pace in the third quarter
Port congestion threatens retail shopping season
The American Trucking Association’s (ATA) latest report includes good news on the heavier side of the freight economy. The seasonally
Southern California port congestion spreads north
Peak-shipping season has been creating havoc across supply chains this year. This can be seen by the number of container
Import-export imbalance create unexpected challenge for freight movers
A lot of recent news has been focused on imports flooding into the country but very little about the resulting
E-commerce driving demand for warehouse space — and increasing rent
Market conditions are as strong as ever, with record-high asking rents for warehouse leasing space, according to CBRE’s U.S. Industrial
ATA For-hire Truck Tonnage Index falls slightly two years in a row
Last week’s release of the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased 0.5% in August after falling 1.1%
Retail shopping expected to increase during supply chain struggles
The combination of pent-up demand, high levels of personal savings and consumers wanting to shop retail for the upcoming holiday
National dry van spot rates broke $2.50/mile for the first time
Peak-season shipping is well and truly underway, especially on the West Coast where about a third of all imported containers
Volumes surged with inventory restocking and Hurricane Ida
The latest release of the American Trucking Associations’ seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index decreased 1.2% in July after falling
Dry van carriers should prepare for shifting freight demands
The latest release of the Retail Truck Tonnage Index from Michigan State University indicated July tonnage remained strong. “We are
Import volumes surge, creating intermodal congestion
Import volumes continue to surge ahead of the holiday retail season according to the latest data from IHS Markit. Containerized