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Supply chain challenges create new opportunities
Published: Thursday, August 06, 2026 | 09:00 AM CDT
North America truckload shipping
Truckload capacity continues to tighten as hurricane season approaches, leaving less room to absorb disruptions. Weather, higher operating costs, and evolving market conditions are increasing the likelihood that localized events will have broader impacts on freight networks.
See how tightening capacity, hurricane season, and regional market conditions could impact truckload costs and serviceNorth America LTL shipping
LTL pricing continues to accelerate as higher diesel costs combine with tightening capacity. Unlike previous fuel-driven increases, today's market is also seeing stronger base-rate pressure.
See how rising fuel costs, tightening capacity, and carrier pricing are shaping today's LTL marketOcean freight
Ocean freight is entering August with softer demand and improving space on some trade lanes, but not all markets are moving in the same direction. Service changes, limited allocations, and external disruptions continue to shape routing options and booking conditions.
See where flexibility is returning—and where constraints remainAir freight
Air freight markets remain balanced overall, but conditions vary by region and origin. AI-related demand is reshaping select Asia export markets, while Europe softens, Australia faces capacity constraints, Oceania stays active, and South America demand remains resilient.
Explore the regional trends, demand shifts, and capacity pressures shaping air freight markets this monthIntermodal
Intermodal demand strengthens as rising truckload costs and tightening capacity shift more freight to rail.
Get our strategies for off-cycle bidsPorts & drayage
As capacity pressures ease, performance differences between gateways, inland networks, and carrier services are becoming more apparent. Routing decisions, equipment availability, and transportation connections are increasingly determining how reliably freight moves through the supply chain.
See which routing and gateway decisions could affect performanceCanada, Mexico & cross-border
Mexico exports are up double digits as visa crackdowns and border scrutiny strain trucking capacity. Access to the country’s busiest ocean port gets more difficult.
Find out more about cross-border conditions, including impacts of a new U.S.-Canada bridge, currency fluctuations, and pending tariffsTrade policy & customs
New Section 301 tariffs apply to goods from 60 countries, retaliatory tariffs are proposed for Canadian and European imports, and USMCA negotiations continue.
See what risks you may need to manage in the months aheadGovernment & regulations
Carrier vetting standards are in the spotlight and the new federal carrier registration system has a bumpy start.
Find out what could impact your transportation strategyDiesel fuel
While regional trends vary, higher year-over-year fuel costs continue to put pressure on transportation pricing.
Understand what's driving diesel price volatility
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