For shippers, the ability to track cargo from Point A to Point B is vital to business, which is why the marketplace has been flooded with tech companies promoting visibility tools as solutions. Gnosis Freight, however, is bringing a more holistic approach to its offerings. Michael Rentz, Gnosis Freight's chief revenue officer, discusses creating its new Container Lifecycle Management category and helping people better integrate technology into business management. TPM24, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Gnosis Freight

<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.

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

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Capacity will continue to be the greatest challenge facing cargo owners moving goods from Asia by air this year. </p></div>

Capacity will continue to be the greatest challenge facing cargo owners moving goods from Asia by air this year.

Ex-Asia air freight capacity constraints to persist in 2025

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The deal will see Acuitive Solutions’ AcuAudit product integrated into Cass’ freight audit and payment platform, one widely used by large shippers.</p></div>

The deal will see Acuitive Solutions’ AcuAudit product integrated into Cass’ freight audit and payment platform, one widely used by large shippers.

Cass acquires international freight invoice auditing tool to widen modal reach

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Whether it be geopolitical crises, labor unrest or the wild card of a second Trump administration, the global supply chain will face no shortage of unknowns in 2025.</p></div>

Whether it be geopolitical crises, labor unrest or the wild card of a second Trump administration, the global supply chain will face no shortage of unknowns in 2025.

Risks ‘coming fast’ as global supply chain shifts nervously into new year

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>As the supply-demand imbalance drives air freight rates to levels not seen in two years, forwarders are trying to balance the contractual requirements of airlines while securing capacity at reasonable rates for customers.</p></div>

As the supply-demand imbalance drives air freight rates to levels not seen in two years, forwarders are trying to balance the contractual requirements of airlines while securing capacity at reasonable rates for customers.

Tight capacity, high demand expected to push air cargo costs higher in 2025

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The twin complaints to the FMC charge that several ocean carriers pushed the shippers into paying surcharges and premium rates totaling $5.5 million, while creating another $76 million in added spot market costs. </p></div>

The twin complaints to the FMC charge that several ocean carriers pushed the shippers into paying surcharges and premium rates totaling $5.5 million, while creating another $76 million in added spot market costs.

Two US shippers latest to allege carriers bumped contract cargo to spot market

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Shipper-paid spot truck pricing from major US ports rose faster than the average US rate in late 2024 as importers prepared for a potential longshore strike.</p></div>

Shipper-paid spot truck pricing from major US ports rose faster than the average US rate in late 2024 as importers prepared for a potential longshore strike.

Trucking rates out of US ports rise on frontloading, cargo shift

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Multiple forwarder sources who spoke with the <i>Journal of Commerce</i> confirmed that the portal booking specifics are still unavailable for February voyages from India to Europe.</p></div>

Multiple forwarder sources who spoke with the Journal of Commerce confirmed that the portal booking specifics are still unavailable for February voyages from India to Europe.

Indian forwarders seek clarity on spot booking program for Gemini Europe sailings

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The uncertainty surrounding the Red Sea was highlighted by member OOCL, and although the carrier provided both an around-Africa option and a version via the Suez, it said the Africa diversions will continue until further notice.</p></div>

The uncertainty surrounding the Red Sea was highlighted by member OOCL, and although the carrier provided both an around-Africa option and a version via the Suez, it said the Africa diversions will continue until further notice.

Ocean Alliance network to grow trans-Pacific, Asia-Europe coverage

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The decline reflects the wider slide in container freight rates from August, which accelerated in October and November as cargo demand eased.</p></div>

The decline reflects the wider slide in container freight rates from August, which accelerated in October and November as cargo demand eased.

Taiwan’s Big Three carriers see 30% slide in H2 monthly revenues after rate slump

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The US last-mile market has become fragmented, benefiting shippers from both a cost and capacity perspective. </p></div>

The US last-mile market has become fragmented, benefiting shippers from both a cost and capacity perspective.

FedEx, UPS to continue discounting parcel rates amid increased competition

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Shippers have long outsourced drayage to third parties, but farming out allocation decisions to managed transportation providers threads the needle between access to capacity and neutrality.</p></div>

Shippers have long outsourced drayage to third parties, but farming out allocation decisions to managed transportation providers threads the needle between access to capacity and neutrality.

Drayage outsourcing a path to solving diversification challenge

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The acquisition is part of a surge in logistics M&amp;A transactions aimed at simplifying access to systems and services for shippers and brokers.</p></div>

The acquisition is part of a surge in logistics M&A transactions aimed at simplifying access to systems and services for shippers and brokers.

BlueGrace joins logistics M&A wave, adding FreightCenter to its portfolio

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A confluence of factors, including vessel bunching at Asian load ports and a pre-Lunar New Year cargo surge, have combined to cause congestion at the port and reduce its railcar availability.</p></div>

A confluence of factors, including vessel bunching at Asian load ports and a pre-Lunar New Year cargo surge, have combined to cause congestion at the port and reduce its railcar availability.

Vancouver braces for congestion, high rail dwells through January

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The lack of sustained underlying freight demand is keeping contract truckload rates close to flat, analysts and shippers say, despite a late-year seasonal gain in spot rates.</p></div>

The lack of sustained underlying freight demand is keeping contract truckload rates close to flat, analysts and shippers say, despite a late-year seasonal gain in spot rates.

US truckload spot rates rising, but shippers keeping lid on contract rates

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>It’s important for railroads to prevent export containers from clogging their terminals because domestic and international intermodal cargo share terminal space.</p></div>

It’s important for railroads to prevent export containers from clogging their terminals because domestic and international intermodal cargo share terminal space.

Norfolk Southern begins limiting export container moves ahead of possible strike

<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>Michael Rentz, Gnosis Freight's chief revenue officer, discusses creating the business' new Container Lifecycle Management category and helping people better integrate technology into business management. </p></div>

Michael Rentz, Gnosis Freight's chief revenue officer, discusses creating the business' new Container Lifecycle Management category and helping people better integrate technology into business management.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>For shippers, the ability to track cargo from Point A to Point B is vital to business, which is why the marketplace has been flooded with tech companies promoting visibility tools as solutions. Gnosis Freight, however, is bringing a more holistic approach to its offerings. Michael Rentz, Gnosis Freight's chief revenue officer, discusses creating its new Container Lifecycle Management category and helping people better integrate technology into business management. </p><p></p><p><i>TPM24, Long Beach, California </i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Gnosis Freight</b></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6350274702112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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