Name: The next era of technology in logistics
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The pandemic roiled the industry with significant capacity constraints and fluctuating demand, creating an environment in which logistics providers craved visibility and control in their operations. At TPM23, Michael Lautenbach, global head of order management systems at DHL Global Forwarding, spoke about the significance of good data, ETA accuracy, and what’s next in technology for the supply chain. TPM23, Long Beach, California Sponsored by DHL Global Forwarding

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>An initial flurry of activity will be followed by a drop in demand after e-commerce from China and Hong Kong no longer enjoys duty-free treatment, the head of the air cargo group tells the <i>Journal of Commerce</i>.</p></div>

An initial flurry of activity will be followed by a drop in demand after e-commerce from China and Hong Kong no longer enjoys duty-free treatment, the head of the air cargo group tells the Journal of Commerce.

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Prepare for period of ‘panic’ in trans-Pacific air cargo market: Tiaca

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>But any shipper celebrations over potentially lower rates in a cooling market will be tempered by concerns about border congestion as US customs will now be tasked with processing millions of de minimis imports every day.</p></div>

But any shipper celebrations over potentially lower rates in a cooling market will be tempered by concerns about border congestion as US customs will now be tasked with processing millions of de minimis imports every day.

Air cargo braces for impact as US restores duties on Chinese e-commerce

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Price and volume increases are being seen across trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic trade lanes, but there is little clarity on whether underlying demand is enough to prop up spot rates once the tariffs have been implemented. </p></div>

Price and volume increases are being seen across trans-Pacific and trans-Atlantic trade lanes, but there is little clarity on whether underlying demand is enough to prop up spot rates once the tariffs have been implemented.

New Trump tariffs spur rise in US-bound air cargo rates amid frontloading

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Air cargo operators out of Europe’s busiest airport will face at least a week of turmoil as airlines, forwarders and terminals start clearing the rapidly building backlog of freight when flight operations restart at midnight Friday.</p></div>

Air cargo operators out of Europe’s busiest airport will face at least a week of turmoil as airlines, forwarders and terminals start clearing the rapidly building backlog of freight when flight operations restart at midnight Friday.

Heathrow shutdown plunges air cargo supply chain into chaos

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The automotive sector is driving the unseasonably strong volumes as manufacturers expedite shipments from Europe to the US to avoid new duties coming in April.</p></div>

The automotive sector is driving the unseasonably strong volumes as manufacturers expedite shipments from Europe to the US to avoid new duties coming in April.

Trans-Atlantic air cargo demand surges ahead of US tariffs

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The executive order signed Wednesday falls short of providing any details on the proposed port fee plan, but directs stricter collection of existing harbor maintenance fees.</p></div>

The executive order signed Wednesday falls short of providing any details on the proposed port fee plan, but directs stricter collection of existing harbor maintenance fees.

Trump signs order for US shipbuilding, but stays mute on port fees

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>And the chilling effect of the tariffs is extending further down the calendar, with forwarders in the trans-Pacific saying US retailers are holding off making purchase orders with factories in Asia for fall and holiday merchandise for 30 to 60 days.</p></div>

And the chilling effect of the tariffs is extending further down the calendar, with forwarders in the trans-Pacific saying US retailers are holding off making purchase orders with factories in Asia for fall and holiday merchandise for 30 to 60 days.

Tariff uncertainty causes plunge in US cargo bookings at Asia load ports

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The latest Global Port Tracker demonstrates the uncertainty that has overtaken global supply chains since the White House’s announcement on tariffs a week ago. </p></div>

The latest Global Port Tracker demonstrates the uncertainty that has overtaken global supply chains since the White House’s announcement on tariffs a week ago.

US retailers issue big downgrade in import forecast amid expected tariff pullback

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The expansion of the semi-submersible and deck carrier fleet comes amid a forecast rebound in offshore markets, with $46 billion worth of oil and gas EPC contracts anticipated this year and $52 billion in 2026. </p></div>

The expansion of the semi-submersible and deck carrier fleet comes amid a forecast rebound in offshore markets, with $46 billion worth of oil and gas EPC contracts anticipated this year and $52 billion in 2026.

Heavy-lift ship orders demonstrate expectations for offshore energy growth

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Member states voiced determination to continue work this week on essential decarbonization measures despite a strongly worded missive from Washington urging governments to reconsider their support for emissions-cutting regulations.</p></div>

Member states voiced determination to continue work this week on essential decarbonization measures despite a strongly worded missive from Washington urging governments to reconsider their support for emissions-cutting regulations.

US pulls out of IMO climate talks, threatens retaliation for emissions fees

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Inclement weather, the lingering effects of labor disruptions and a January surge in imports contributed to the fifth consecutive month of excessive rail dwells at Canada’s largest port.</p></div>

Inclement weather, the lingering effects of labor disruptions and a January surge in imports contributed to the fifth consecutive month of excessive rail dwells at Canada’s largest port.

Vancouver still dealing with extended rail container dwell times

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Risks in the containerized supply chain are only growing, and futures provide a potentially viable risk mitigation tool, writes Peter Tirschwell.</p></div>

Risks in the containerized supply chain are only growing, and futures provide a potentially viable risk mitigation tool, writes Peter Tirschwell.

Near-constant disruption giving new momentum to freight futures

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>AFS Logistics and TD Cowen are forecasting a decline in truckload pricing and moderation in the LTL market as shippers and carriers alike navigate a new trade reality. </p></div>

AFS Logistics and TD Cowen are forecasting a decline in truckload pricing and moderation in the LTL market as shippers and carriers alike navigate a new trade reality.

Trump tariff chaos restrains US truckload, LTL markets

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Damage from last fall’s Hurricane Helene continues to affect CSX’s operations in the Southeast, while the fast-tracking of construction work at Baltimore’s Howard Street Tunnel provides another challenge.</p></div>

Damage from last fall’s Hurricane Helene continues to affect CSX’s operations in the Southeast, while the fast-tracking of construction work at Baltimore’s Howard Street Tunnel provides another challenge.

CSX Q1 service metrics take hit amid storm recovery, tunnel project

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The $12 million investment in Cargado will be used to expand the load board with other tools for freight brokers to tap into cross-border freight growth.</p></div>

The $12 million investment in Cargado will be used to expand the load board with other tools for freight brokers to tap into cross-border freight growth.

Mexico potential leads investors to back cross-border load board

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The partnership will see SMC3 provide less-than-truckload rating, booking and tracking data into Turvo’s transportation management system, which primarily serves US freight brokers and third-party logistics providers.</p></div>

The partnership will see SMC3 provide less-than-truckload rating, booking and tracking data into Turvo’s transportation management system, which primarily serves US freight brokers and third-party logistics providers.

TMS provider Turvo turns to SMC3 to enable LTL ambitions

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Aditi Rasquinha, CEO of Greater China for DHL Global Forwarding, offers insight on China’s export volumes and the company’s plans in China for 2025. </p></div>

Aditi Rasquinha, CEO of Greater China for DHL Global Forwarding, offers insight on China’s export volumes and the company’s plans in China for 2025.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>China continues to grow its export volumes despite a growing trend by companies to diversify operations away from the country. Aditi Rasquinha, CEO of Greater China for DHL Global Forwarding, offers insight on China’s export volumes and the company’s plans in China for 2025. </p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by DHL</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371279855112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

China continues to grow its export volumes despite a growing trend by companies to diversify operations away from the country. Aditi Rasquinha, CEO of Greater China for DHL Global Forwarding, offers insight on China’s export volumes and the company’s plans in China for 2025. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by DHL

Focusing on what’s next

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Brittany Caskey, senior vice president of commercial logistics for the Americas for DP World, further discusses the company’s expansion plans and the three ways DP World is enhancing resiliency for its customers.</p></div>

Brittany Caskey, senior vice president of commercial logistics for the Americas for DP World, further discusses the company’s expansion plans and the three ways DP World is enhancing resiliency for its customers.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>DP World is leaning into its business within the Americas, investing in various projects benefiting Canada, Brazil and countries in between. Brittany Caskey, senior vice president of commercial logistics for the Americas for DP World, further discusses the company’s expansion plans and the three ways DP World is enhancing resiliency for its customers.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by DP World</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371279236112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

DP World is leaning into its business within the Americas, investing in various projects benefiting Canada, Brazil and countries in between. Brittany Caskey, senior vice president of commercial logistics for the Americas for DP World, further discusses the company’s expansion plans and the three ways DP World is enhancing resiliency for its customers. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by DP World

Enhancing inter-Americas opportunities

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Amanda Rasmussen, DHL Global Forwarding’s senior vice president and global head of order management solutions, talks about the company’s order management solution and how customers can better anticipate potential disruptions.</p></div>

Amanda Rasmussen, DHL Global Forwarding’s senior vice president and global head of order management solutions, talks about the company’s order management solution and how customers can better anticipate potential disruptions.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Amanda Rasmussen, DHL Global Forwarding’s senior vice president and global head of order management solutions, talks about the company’s order management solution and how customers can better anticipate potential disruptions.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by DHL</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6371278945112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Amanda Rasmussen, DHL Global Forwarding’s senior vice president and global head of order management solutions, talks about the company’s order management solution and how customers can better anticipate potential disruptions. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by DHL

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<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The pandemic roiled the industry with significant capacity constraints and fluctuating demand, creating an environment in which logistics providers craved visibility and control in their operations. </p></div>

The pandemic roiled the industry with significant capacity constraints and fluctuating demand, creating an environment in which logistics providers craved visibility and control in their operations.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>The pandemic roiled the industry with significant capacity constraints and fluctuating demand, creating an environment in which logistics providers craved visibility and control in their operations. At TPM23, Michael Lautenbach, global head of order management systems at DHL Global Forwarding, spoke about the significance of good data, ETA accuracy, and what’s next in technology for the supply chain. </p><p><i>TPM23, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by DHL Global Forwarding</b></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6324531779112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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