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Recent, Happening Now
June 19, 2025
New eBook: Rely on an Integrated 3PL to Orchestrate Your Cold Chain
In today’s fast-paced supply chain environment, maintaining product integrity from origin to delivery has never been more critical—especially when it involves temperature-sensitive goods like food...
Recent, Happening Now
June 9, 2025
Happening Now: Transportation Pricing Outpacing Capacity
According to FreightWaves, transportation pricing grew faster than capacity again in May. Despite rising capacity, prices surged even more—signaling tightness in the transportation market and...
Recent, Happening Now
May 19, 2025
Per-Diem and Detention Charges in Shipping: What They Are and How to Prevent Them
Detention and demurrage charges—already a pain point for importers—are once again under scrutiny. In 2025, a mix of regulatory ambiguity, evolving steamship line practices, and a volatile...
West Coast Distribution
March 18, 2025
The Changing Landscape of Class 8 EV Trucks
The push for Class 8 electric vehicles (EVs) within the heavy-duty trucking industry has undergone significant shifts over the past decade. Government policies at the federal and state level along...
Transportation Strategies
March 6, 2025
Understanding California CARB Regulations for 2025 and Beyond
For logistics professionals operating in California, adhering to the state's stringent environmental regulations is paramount. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) continues to implement and...
Happening Now
March 4, 2025
Happening Now: Tariffs imposed on Canada and Mexico
According to NBC News, President Donald Trump has implemented a plan to impose sweeping tariffs on nearly all goods imported from Canada and Mexico. The tariffs include a 25% levy on most Mexican and...
Chargebacks
February 27, 2025
How Retail Chargebacks Work and What You Can Do About Them
All major retailers issue chargeback penalties for non-compliant shipments from their suppliers. The specific penalties are explicitly laid out in each retailer’s routing guide and range from about...
Happening Now
February 19, 2025
Happening Now: Key Trends Shaping Freight Rail in 2025
The freight rail industry is evolving rapidly as it adapts to economic shifts, sustainability goals, and advancements in technology. A recent article from Inbound Logistics highlights eight major...
Third Party Logistics
February 19, 2025
Why a mid-size 3PL provider may serve you better than a huge one
If you’re looking for a 3PL provider, you may begin to feel a bit like Goldilocks. You’ll encounter providers that feel “too big” and many that feel “too small” to handle your business effectively....
Happening Now
February 12, 2025
Happening Now: Retail sales dip in January but see YOY gains
According to DC Velocity, retail sales declined in January as consumers took a break from holiday spending, yet the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor reports that year-over-year gains remained strong.
Mexico logistics
February 3, 2025
Understanding Mexico’s IMMEX Program and What It Means for US Shippers
The IMMEX (Industria Manufacturera, Maquiladora y de Servicios de Exportación) program, established in 2006 by the Mexican government, was designed to promote foreign investment, boost manufacturing,...
Port Logistics
January 17, 2025
East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Likely Averted - And Why a Diversified Port Strategy Make Sense
The entire supply chain industry is breathing a cautious sigh of relief as the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached a tentative...
Southern California Ports
January 15, 2025
Happening Now: Container shipping rates from Asia to the US on the rise
According to FreightWaves, container shipping rates from Asia to the U.S. rose significantly at the start of 2025, driven by shippers frontloading goods ahead of Lunar New Year. The Freightos...
Capital Management