Name: Bridging data gaps in logistics
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Integration of visibility and execution solutions are key to logistics optimization. Jake Hoffman, chief technology officer at Gnosis Freight, explains how the business is tackling challenges such as demurrage and rail tracking, shares how predictive models cater to diverse supply chains, and talks about Gnosis’ decision to build data capabilities in-house. Inland24, Chicago, Illinois Sponsored by Gnosis Freight

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The former Wisconsin congressman and Fox Business host was confirmed by a 77-22 vote on Tuesday. </p></div>

The former Wisconsin congressman and Fox Business host was confirmed by a 77-22 vote on Tuesday.

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Senate confirms Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Average rates hit a 2024 high in early December but have declined steadily since, with not even an early Lunar New Year able to prevent the slide.  </p></div>

Average rates hit a 2024 high in early December but have declined steadily since, with not even an early Lunar New Year able to prevent the slide.

Air cargo rates fall out of Asia despite rising volume on US, Europe trades

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Airbus’ sudden shutdown of its heavy-lift subsidiary is pushing aviation experts to investigate alternative options to ensure lifts for outsized and project cargo loads are maintained.</p></div>

Airbus’ sudden shutdown of its heavy-lift subsidiary is pushing aviation experts to investigate alternative options to ensure lifts for outsized and project cargo loads are maintained.

Closure of heavy-lift airline heightens concerns over aging global fleet

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Doha-based carrier will expand the digital connectivity of its containers to improve real-time visibility across the global cargo and passenger network.</p></div>

The Doha-based carrier will expand the digital connectivity of its containers to improve real-time visibility across the global cargo and passenger network.

Qatar Cargo launches ‘transformative’ digitalization drive for air containers

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US is seeking to amend rules regarding so-called de minimis shipments, which have skyrocketed since the pandemic. </p></div>

The US is seeking to amend rules regarding so-called de minimis shipments, which have skyrocketed since the pandemic.

CBP seeks industry input on rules curbing low-value shipment abuse

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The most significant drop will take place in the second half of the month after Lunar New Year, with about 7% of the lost capacity attributed to a short month and “gaps in service handoffs,” according to maritime intelligence firm eeSea. </p></div>

The most significant drop will take place in the second half of the month after Lunar New Year, with about 7% of the lost capacity attributed to a short month and “gaps in service handoffs,” according to maritime intelligence firm eeSea.

Carrier alliance shifting causes February dip in trans-Pacific vessel capacity

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The latest move by the port involves a proposal by intermodal logistics provider IntermodeX to develop a transload facility near Prince Rupert’s Fairview Container Terminal that is designed to primarily attract import containers.</p></div>

The latest move by the port involves a proposal by intermodal logistics provider IntermodeX to develop a transload facility near Prince Rupert’s Fairview Container Terminal that is designed to primarily attract import containers.

Prince Rupert promoting transload operations to improve logistics efficiency

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>DSV CEO Jens Lund said the size of the Schenker acquisition meant it could take up to two years before the companies were fully integrated into the world’s largest forwarder.</p></div>

DSV CEO Jens Lund said the size of the Schenker acquisition meant it could take up to two years before the companies were fully integrated into the world’s largest forwarder.

Approvals from Europe, US among last hurdles in DSV’s takeover of DB Schenker

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The vessel, carrying 1,353 containers of Chilean cherries to China, suffered a main engine failure in the middle of the Pacific Ocean on Jan. 13, 17 days into what was supposed to be a 24-day voyage.</p></div>

The vessel, carrying 1,353 containers of Chilean cherries to China, suffered a main engine failure in the middle of the Pacific Ocean on Jan. 13, 17 days into what was supposed to be a 24-day voyage.

Chilean cherry shippers brace for insurance battle in Maersk Saltoro case

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>In the “Newsmakers” Q&amp;A, K+N’s head of ocean logistics touches upon US tariffs, sourcing shifts away from China, Red Sea transits and the benefits of AI.</p></div>

In the “Newsmakers” Q&A, K+N’s head of ocean logistics touches upon US tariffs, sourcing shifts away from China, Red Sea transits and the benefits of AI.

Journal of Commerce ‘Newsmakers’: Kuehne + Nagel’s Michael Aldwell

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>GenLogs uses a network of highway sensors to help freight brokers manage freight fraud and also identify sales and capacity opportunities.</p></div>

GenLogs uses a network of highway sensors to help freight brokers manage freight fraud and also identify sales and capacity opportunities.

Truckload visibility vendor gets funding to expand sensor network

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The Geneva-based carrier said a network of 210,000 reefer containers and more than 500 vessels are already equipped with its new iReefer monitoring system.</p></div>

The Geneva-based carrier said a network of 210,000 reefer containers and more than 500 vessels are already equipped with its new iReefer monitoring system.

MSC launches new visibility technology for refrigerated cargo

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>In terms of raw dollars, intermodal shippers saved an average of $741 per container versus truckload for spot market transactions across the 120 lanes in the <i>Journal of Commerce</i> Intermodal Savings Index, up from $649 one year ago.</p></div>

In terms of raw dollars, intermodal shippers saved an average of $741 per container versus truckload for spot market transactions across the 120 lanes in the Journal of Commerce Intermodal Savings Index, up from $649 one year ago.

US spot intermodal savings dipped in Q4, but remained above historical norms

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A slow shift away from one-way truckload toward dedicated is reshaping the top tier of truckload carriers, a transformation that may accelerate in a freight recovery. </p></div>

A slow shift away from one-way truckload toward dedicated is reshaping the top tier of truckload carriers, a transformation that may accelerate in a freight recovery.

Large US truckload carriers shifting assets to expand dedicated services

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A spokesperson for NS says requiring truckers to have appointments to pick up containers at the Chicago facility allows for “stack grooming,” meaning it gives the railroad information in advance on which boxes to make available.</p></div>

A spokesperson for NS says requiring truckers to have appointments to pick up containers at the Chicago facility allows for “stack grooming,” meaning it gives the railroad information in advance on which boxes to make available.

Norfolk Southern launches appointment system at Landers terminal

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The largest US freight broker expects the first quarter of 2025 to be weak for trucking as the freight recession remains in place, but it is converting more customers to use its services for ocean freight. </p></div>

The largest US freight broker expects the first quarter of 2025 to be weak for trucking as the freight recession remains in place, but it is converting more customers to use its services for ocean freight.

C.H. Robinson’s forwarding business offsets weak US truck market

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.”</p></div>

Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.”

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Global protectionism and geopolitical shifts are prompting companies to delay real estate decisions. Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.”</p><p><i>Inland24, Chicago, Illinois</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6363936408112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Global protectionism and geopolitical shifts are prompting companies to delay real estate decisions. Adam Roth, executive vice president at NAI Hiffman, highlights the inverse relationship between transportation costs and real estate investment and the “rule of 1.5.” Inland24, Chicago, Illinois Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties

The 1.5-year impact rule

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth.</p></div>

Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Strategic locations and green initiatives are essential in today's industrial real estate landscape. Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth.</p><p><i>Inland24, Chicago, Illinois</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6363935724112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Strategic locations and green initiatives are essential in today's industrial real estate landscape. Michael Brazeal, manager of development transactions at CenterPoint Properties, shares insights on adapting to post-COVID tenant demand, optimizing supply chains and building partnerships to support tenant growth. Inland24, Chicago, Illinois Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties

Evolving industrial real estate needs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&amp;K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions.</p></div>

Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Data-driven approaches are crucial for enhancing customer success and operational resilience. Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&amp;K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions.</p><p><i>Inland24, Chicago, Illinois</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by C&amp;K Trucking</b></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6363702996112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Data-driven approaches are crucial for enhancing customer success and operational resilience. Dylan Nowak, Gulf region sales director at C&K Trucking, shares insights on logistics career growth, effective supply chain strategies, the vital role of employee engagement and his key takeaways from recent industry disruptions. Inland24, Chicago, Illinois Sponsored by C&K Trucking

Navigating logistics challenges

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Jake Hoffman, chief technology officer at Gnosis Freight, explains how the business is tackling challenges such as demurrage and rail tracking, shares how predictive models cater to diverse supply chains, and talks about Gnosis’ decision to build data capabilities in-house.</p></div>

Jake Hoffman, chief technology officer at Gnosis Freight, explains how the business is tackling challenges such as demurrage and rail tracking, shares how predictive models cater to diverse supply chains, and talks about Gnosis’ decision to build data capabilities in-house.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Integration of visibility and execution solutions are key to logistics optimization. Jake Hoffman, chief technology officer at Gnosis Freight, explains how the business is tackling challenges such as demurrage and rail tracking, shares how predictive models cater to diverse supply chains, and talks about Gnosis’ decision to build data capabilities in-house.</p><p><i>Inland24, Chicago, Illinois</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Gnosis Freight</b></p><p></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6363704579112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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