CNBC reports: President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to impose a “massive tariff increase” on Chinese products imported into the United States to “financially counter” new export controls imposed by China on rare earths from that country. Trump also threatened in a social media post to cancel his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping…
Virginia’s efforts toward cleaner fleet operations gained momentum this week with the opening of a new propane refueling station in Sandstone, near Richmond International Airport. The facility will support local fleet operators, including Henrico County Public Schools’ propane-powered buses and Park ‘N Go’s airport shuttle trucks, providing a reliable and cost-effective fueling option with a…
As of now, a recession does not appear imminent, but it is clear that U.S. business momentum is slowing, and economic uncertainty continues to rise heading into the fourth quarter, according to a monthly report from ITS Logistics. The assessment comes as industry professionals prepare for the start of the domestic logistics peak season, further…
Designed to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve usability Merchants Fleet, the nation’s leader in innovative fleet solutions, has introduced enhancements, new features and expanded capabilities to its FleetShare platform. FleetShare has evolved to meet the future of fleet management, enabling businesses and organizations to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize fleet utilization through automated…
Spot container freight rates saw another week of moderate decline on major east-west routes amid weak business activity due to the Golden Week holiday, but workers began returning to their jobs yesterday. However, prices continued to fall, with the composite rate on the Drewry’s World Container Index (WCI) falling for the 17th consecutive week, a…
Time is one of the most powerful and misunderstood elements in the world of supply chain management. While logistics professionals often focus on efficiency, cost reduction, and data-driven decisions, there is a psychological layer to how perceptions of time impact supply chain success. From customers tracking packages online to manufacturers anticipating delivery of important components,…
As of now, a recession does not appear imminent, but it is clear that U.S. business momentum is slowing, and economic uncertainty continues to rise heading into the fourth quarter, according to a monthly report from ITS Logistics. The assessment comes as industry professionals prepare for the start of the domestic logistics peak season, further…
Spot prices rose as loading posts on DAT One continue to build Real time market data for the period from September 28 to October. November 4, 2025 (week 40) Spot prices rose as loading posts on DAT One continue to buildPosts on DAT One rose 13% to 2.6 million during the week of September 28-October….
The Guardian reports: The Bank of England has warned there is a growing risk of a “sudden correction” in global markets, as it raised concerns about rising valuations for leading artificial intelligence technology companies. There are also threats of a “sharp repricing of US dollar assets” if the Fed loses credibility in the eyes of…
Reading & Northern Railroad has made a $10 million bid to buy about 60 miles of rail line owned by the Luzerne County (Pa.) Redevelopment Authority, according to a report by FreightWaves. The property is currently the subject of a dispute between the authority and the county. Read also: Railway mergers: a new era of…