Name: Video: Predictive Analysis Key to Improving Supply Chain
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Description: Kuehne + Nagel's Otto Schacht discussed the areas of tech investment that will yield the most improvement in the supply chain. K+N's executive vice president of global seafreight spoke to JOC.com recently about the carrier consolidation, the future of predictive analysis and artificial intelligence, and perceived disruptors to the freight forwarding business.

Kuehne + Nagel's Otto Schacht discussed the areas of tech investment that will yield the most improvement in the supply chain. K+N's executive vice president of global seafreight spoke to JOC.com recently about the carrier consolidation, the future of predictive analysis and artificial intelligence, and perceived disruptors to the freight forwarding business.

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The forwarder offered an unsettled outlook for the trans-Pacific in 2025 as shippers navigate the Trump administration’s 145% tariffs on goods made in China.  </p></div>

The forwarder offered an unsettled outlook for the trans-Pacific in 2025 as shippers navigate the Trump administration’s 145% tariffs on goods made in China.

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US ocean freight from China fell ‘significantly’: Expeditors

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Interest in FTZs, where shippers can store goods while deferring the payment of duties, has increased dramatically since President Donald Trump implemented tariffs in April.</p></div>

Interest in FTZs, where shippers can store goods while deferring the payment of duties, has increased dramatically since President Donald Trump implemented tariffs in April.

US importers turning to foreign trade zones amid tariff hikes

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>It is the second acquisition this week by a CMA CGM subsidiary following CEVA Logistics’ takeover of Turkish forwarder Borusan Tedarik, with both deals aimed at extending the carrier’s end-to-end supply chain control.</p></div>

It is the second acquisition this week by a CMA CGM subsidiary following CEVA Logistics’ takeover of Turkish forwarder Borusan Tedarik, with both deals aimed at extending the carrier’s end-to-end supply chain control.

CMA CGM expands air cargo fleet with Air Belgium takeover

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Chartered flights from China to the US have been canceled and air freight traffic has declined as Washington prepares to scrap the duty-free exemption for low-value goods shipped from China and Hong Kong.</p></div>

Chartered flights from China to the US have been canceled and air freight traffic has declined as Washington prepares to scrap the duty-free exemption for low-value goods shipped from China and Hong Kong.

Air cargo volumes fall on trans-Pacific as US de minimis changes loom

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>If regulatory approval is achieved, the deal will nearly double the size of CMA CGM subsidiary CEVA Logistics’ footprint in a rapidly expanding region.</p></div>

If regulatory approval is achieved, the deal will nearly double the size of CMA CGM subsidiary CEVA Logistics’ footprint in a rapidly expanding region.

CEVA expands reach in Turkey with $440 million acquisition

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>PSA BDP acquired a majority stake in Mexico-based forwarder ED International, expanding PSA’s cross-border forwarding network.</p></div>

PSA BDP acquired a majority stake in Mexico-based forwarder ED International, expanding PSA’s cross-border forwarding network.

Port-focused US logistics provider takes majority stake in Mexican forwarder

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The freeing up of vessel capacity that has been diverted around southern Africa for the past 18 months could inject as much as 2 million TEUs of functional capacity into the global container shipping market. </p></div>

The freeing up of vessel capacity that has been diverted around southern Africa for the past 18 months could inject as much as 2 million TEUs of functional capacity into the global container shipping market.

Apparent Houthi ceasefire raises container shipping overcapacity risk

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>While the Jones Act carrier added another service from Vietnam in the first quarter, it says volumes from that country won’t replace what’s lost from China. </p></div>

While the Jones Act carrier added another service from Vietnam in the first quarter, it says volumes from that country won’t replace what’s lost from China.

Chinese tariffs cloud trans-Pacific outlook for 2025: Matson

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>A swing from renewables to fossil fuels in the US and new opportunities for wind cargoes internationally could overhaul traditional MPV trade lanes over time.</p></div>

A swing from renewables to fossil fuels in the US and new opportunities for wind cargoes internationally could overhaul traditional MPV trade lanes over time.

MPV trade shift slow to materialize on shakeup of cargo mix

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>In launching TruSygnal, Burns Logistics CEO Ed Burns wanted to provide a way to allow small carriers to create relationships with shippers that typically shy away from brokers. </p></div>

In launching TruSygnal, Burns Logistics CEO Ed Burns wanted to provide a way to allow small carriers to create relationships with shippers that typically shy away from brokers.

Logistics vets bridging shipper-small carrier divide sans broker

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>With a “reintroduced” ground freight shipping option, UPS hopes to tempt LTL shippers seeking alternatives to LTL rates that are up 12% on average from mid-2023. </p></div>

With a “reintroduced” ground freight shipping option, UPS hopes to tempt LTL shippers seeking alternatives to LTL rates that are up 12% on average from mid-2023.

UPS seeks reentry into LTL space as LTL costs climb higher

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>The restrictions have “effectively” made direct vessel calls to either Karachi or Port Qasim on India services operationally impossible, according to major container lines. </p></div>

The restrictions have “effectively” made direct vessel calls to either Karachi or Port Qasim on India services operationally impossible, according to major container lines.

India’s ban on Pakistan cargo raises disruption risk

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>As port volumes plunge along the West Coast, the downstream effects will likely be felt in the coming months, with softening demand to move freight into middle America on trucks and trains.</p></div>

As port volumes plunge along the West Coast, the downstream effects will likely be felt in the coming months, with softening demand to move freight into middle America on trucks and trains.

US spot intermodal savings dipped in Q1 amid largely flat rate environment

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Relative stability may indicate that during the coming trade war, transloading could fare better than inland point intermodal, writes Larry Gross.</p></div>

Relative stability may indicate that during the coming trade war, transloading could fare better than inland point intermodal, writes Larry Gross.

Domestic intermodal may breathe easy, at least for now: analyst 

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Shippers are increasingly seeking so-called mini-bid contracts to bridge a transitioning market reflected by carriers cutting capacity.</p></div>

Shippers are increasingly seeking so-called mini-bid contracts to bridge a transitioning market reflected by carriers cutting capacity.

US truckload shippers hedge contract rates as carriers cut capacity

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Daniel Howell, chief operating officer of Global Container Terminals, delves into GCT’s multimillion-dollar investments into infrastructure, equipment and innovation, and how the business is staying ahead of demand.</p></div>

Daniel Howell, chief operating officer of Global Container Terminals, delves into GCT’s multimillion-dollar investments into infrastructure, equipment and innovation, and how the business is staying ahead of demand.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>In the face of ongoing supply chain disruption, stability may be the most valuable thing a company can provide. Daniel Howell, chief operating officer of Global Container Terminals, delves into GCT’s multimillion-dollar investments into infrastructure, equipment and innovation, and how the business is staying ahead of demand.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by Global Container Terminals</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6372171097112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

In the face of ongoing supply chain disruption, stability may be the most valuable thing a company can provide. Daniel Howell, chief operating officer of Global Container Terminals, delves into GCT’s multimillion-dollar investments into infrastructure, equipment and innovation, and how the business is staying ahead of demand. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by Global Container Terminals

Staying ahead of the curve

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Adam Roth, executive vice president of industrial services at NAI Hiffman, offers his observations on the state of the industry and how industrial real estate can play a role.</p></div>

Adam Roth, executive vice president of industrial services at NAI Hiffman, offers his observations on the state of the industry and how industrial real estate can play a role.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>As stakeholders adjust to dynamic shifts in the supply chain, they are considering all factors, including real estate, to gain an edge. Adam Roth, executive vice president of industrial services at NAI Hiffman, offers his observations on the state of the industry and how industrial real estate can play a role.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6372173233112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

As stakeholders adjust to dynamic shifts in the supply chain, they are considering all factors, including real estate, to gain an edge. Adam Roth, executive vice president of industrial services at NAI Hiffman, offers his observations on the state of the industry and how industrial real estate can play a role. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by CenterPoint Properties

Real estate strategies

<div class="phx-topic abstract-wrapper"><p>Brian Kobza, executive director of commercial and strategic services at IMC Logistics, talks about the importance of partnering with railroads and the company’s approach to sustainability.</p></div>

Brian Kobza, executive director of commercial and strategic services at IMC Logistics, talks about the importance of partnering with railroads and the company’s approach to sustainability.

<div class="phx-topic"><p>Partnerships can make or break supply chain success. Brian Kobza, executive director of commercial and strategic services at IMC Logistics, talks about the importance of partnering with railroads and the company’s approach to sustainability.</p><p><i>TPM25, Long Beach, California</i></p><p><b>Sponsored by IMC Logistics</b></p><div class="wrapper-narrow"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="6372171574112"></dynamic-object></div></div>

Partnerships can make or break supply chain success. Brian Kobza, executive director of commercial and strategic services at IMC Logistics, talks about the importance of partnering with railroads and the company’s approach to sustainability. TPM25, Long Beach, California Sponsored by IMC Logistics

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<div class="phx-topic"><p>Kuehne + Nagel's Otto Schacht discussed the areas of tech investment that will yield the most improvement in the supply chain. K+N's executive vice president of global seafreight spoke to JOC.com recently about the carrier consolidation, the future of predictive analysis and artificial intelligence, and perceived disruptors to the freight forwarding business.</p><p></p><div class="wrapper-full"><dynamic-object type="brightcove" resource-id="5472449057001"></dynamic-object></div></div>

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