Transportation: Page 8

IATA Reports 3.9% Air Cargo Growth in July Amid Rising Fuel Costs

International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Global manufacturing activity eased slightly in June but remained supportive, while export orders reached their highest level in three months.

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SHIP.com Launches AI Shipping Manager for E-Commerce Sellers

Both solutions enable e-commerce businesses to automate order processing and label generation while gaining greater visibility into shipping costs, delivery options, and fulfillment workflows.

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Supporting the Next Generation of Women Leaders: Why Mentorship Matters

Women In Trucking (WIT)

Whether you're seeking guidance from experienced leaders or looking to support the next generation of talent, mentorship plays a critical role in professional development and long-term success.

Free webinar featuring Jenny Fall and Marina Mayer discussing mentorship for women leaders in supply chain and trucking industries on July 29 at 2 PM ET

2026 Top Tech Startup Award: Nominations Open

This award highlights top software- and technology-based startups in the supply chain and logistics industry. Submissions close Oct. 2.

Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award

Women In Trucking Index Reveals Substantial Number of Women in Influential Leadership Roles

Women In Trucking (WIT)

Over the past five years, women’s representation increased by 25%, reflecting continued progress toward gender diversity in corporate governance.

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The Case for Fixing USMCA Rules for U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones

National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones (NAFTZ)

The U.S. FTZ Export Enhancement Act corrects a structural gap that has put American manufacturers at a disadvantage.

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Ocean Ports & Carriers

Spot Rates Soar on East Coast—West Coast Offers Dramatic Savings

Importing into the East Coast is currently $3,334 per FEU (40-foot container) more expensive than the West Coast.

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Operational Excellence Outperforms AI Promises in Volatile Markets

Tariffs, manufacturing, inventory, visibility, backlog, and inflation appeared frequently, according to more than 350 earnings call transcripts.

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Fleet Management

Diesel Prices Fall, But Surcharge Lag Creates New Carrier Challenges

Magnus Technologies

Despite the July decline, diesel remained 31.14% above July 2025 levels, and included two weeks with the national average above $5 per gallon.

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Truckload Spot Rates Experience Rapid Increase: RXO

The index has not experienced this level of rate inflation since pandemic-era surges, with the second quarter hitting both the highest year-over-year reading and largest sequential increase since the second quarter of 2021.

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Priority Courier Experts Acquires Priority Dispatch, Inc. and Diamond Expedited

Priority Courier Experts

The deal adds deep healthcare and e-commerce delivery expertise.

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Why Broker Margins are Narrowing Despite Rising Freight Volume

Brokers defended that margin by pricing closer to the market: the quote-to-market spread narrowed 3.9 percentage points, from 22.6% to 18.8%, and eased further to 15.7% in the most recent week.

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