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FreightWaves NOW is your daily source for the most impactful news in logistics. We break down the complex world of freight—covering trucking, rail, air, and ocean markets—to bring you actionable insights. Whether you are a carrier, shipper, or broker, we provide the data-driven context you need to navigate a volatile market.
Episodes
FreightWaves Today | August 19
On this episode of FreightWaves Today, Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp break down the latest signals from across trucking, rail, intermodal and the broader industrial economy.
Thom Albrecht of Reliance Partners joins the show to discuss where the freight cycle is headed, improving demand signals and the supply-side forces reshaping trucking. Albrecht explains how English-language proficiency e
Americold's Port Saint John Bet, BNSF Expands Phoenix-Texas Service, & UPS Route Shift | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major cold chain infrastructure investment at one of the Atlantic seaboard's fastest-growing container gateways. Americold has opened a roughly eighty million dollar import-export hub at Port Saint John, stitching together DP World and CPKC into one seamless cold chain and eliminating the inefficient routing of Canadian-bound refrigerated freight
FreightWaves Today | August 18
Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp dive into the most pressing headlines and structural shifts impacting the supply chain, logistics, and transportation sectors. They discuss the escalation of organized freight fraud—including a recent raid in Armenia targeting U.S. carriers—and why the industry urgently needs coordinated law enforcement solutions like the CAUCA legislation
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Burq Bets on Last-Mile Orchestration, GlobalX Revokes Lawsuit, & Armenia Freight Fraud Bust | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a strategic bet on orchestration software as national parcel carriers continue to shed unprofitable volume. Last-mile delivery technology company Burq is wagering that enterprise retailers will pay for orchestration platforms that sit above the growing bench of regional carriers and gig courier networks. With fifty-five percent of retailers now usin
FreightWaves Today | August 17
Join Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp on FreightWaves Today as they break down the critical developments shaping the freight, logistics, and supply chain markets.
In the morning minute, they A look at an alarming $111 million wave of high-tech cargo thefts targeting semiconductor and data center freight, featuring coordinated "bump and run" syndicate tactics. Plus, an urgent FBI tax fraud inves
$111M Data Center Theft Wave, FBI Targets Tax Fraud Scheme, & Mexico Truck Exports Surge | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off with an alarming wave of high-tech cargo theft that's costing the freight industry a staggering fortune. Cargo thieves have stolen nearly $111 million in data center freight since early June, with individual cases ranging from $2 million to a jaw-dropping $38 million. In a disturbing new tactic, criminals deliberately crashed into security escorts protecting hig
FreightWaves Today | August 14
In this episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp explore key headlines and developments across the logistics, trucking, and transportation sectors. The show features discussions on the state of trailer insurance, driver recruitment and health, alongside live market analysis via FreightWaves SONAR.
Andy Kuchar explains that freight brokers and logistics companies uti
Gunfire on Moving BNSF Train, Acertus Buys Fisher Shipping, & Maersk's Last-Mile Strategy | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a violent cargo-theft case that underscores the escalating danger of rail corridor crime in Southern California. After gunfire erupted from a moving BNSF freight train during a confrontation with suspected burglars, authorities arrested five men on charges ranging from attempted murder to cargo theft and conspiracy. The arrests came after task force
Hit Man Trial in Staged Crash Case, 7 AGs Challenge UP-NS Merger, & Mexico Leads US Trade | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off in a New Orleans courtroom where jury selection has begun for a disbarred attorney accused of orchestrating the murder of a federal witness. Prosecutors allege Sean Alfortish conspired to kill Cornelius Garrison, a so-called "slammer" who intentionally sideswiped eighteen-wheelers in a sprawling staged truck crash scheme and later began cooperating with the FBI.
FreightWaves Today | August 12
In this episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp dive into the latest industrial data, market updates, and expert interviews across the freight, logistics, energy, and rail sectors.
In the morning minute we have the 3 top stories of the day including: Congress pushes to tie USPS executive bonuses directly to 95% on-time delivery metrics via the bipartisan "No Bonuse
USPS Bonuses Tied to Performance, Werner Shrugs Off July Slowdown, & Michigan CDL Suspension | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off in Washington, where lawmakers are aggressively tying executive pay to actual delivery performance at the struggling Postal Service. A bipartisan bill barring USPS executives from receiving bonuses until on-time delivery hits ninety-five percent was approved by the Senate Homeland Security Committee last week. The No Bonuses for Bad Service Act comes as the mail
FreightWaves Today | August 11
Welcome to today’s episode of FreightWaves Today! In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge technology, Q2 financial results, supply chain strategies, and market dynamics shaping the logistics and transportation industry.
Here is what we cover in today’s show:
AI-Powered Freight Execution with Overroute
Alex Reed, Founding CEO of Overroute, joins the show to discuss the official launch of th
Proficient Auto Logistics Hits 25%, USPS Zip Code Battle, & BNSF Q2 Earnings Surge | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off with a massive consolidation move reshaping the finished vehicle logistics market. Jacksonville-based Proficient Auto Logistics announced a one hundred thirty million dollar agreement to acquire California-based Hansen & Adkins, a deal that will push the combined company's market share to roughly 25 percent of the new car hauling market. The acquisition will mor
FreightWaves Today | August 10
On today’s show, we dive into the shifting macro landscape, major breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, and new solutions for fleet electrification:
Freight Market Shakeout: Ryan Farlow, Industrials Senior Analyst at RSM, discusses how regulatory enforcement, small-carrier cost pressures, and changing capital costs could trigger a capacity shakeout to rebalance freight pricing.
Mariner Names Flock Freight Vet CEO, BlueGrace Buys Idaho 3PL, & Little Debbie Fraud Bust | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major leadership change at an integrated asset-backed 4PL that's betting big on carrier verification technology. Mariner Logistics recently named Justin Turner as chief executive officer, handing the Coppell, Texas operation to an executive who spent the past decade scaling brokerages and freight tech companies, including a critical role helping F
FreightWaves Today | August 7
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PACCAR Recalls 5,919 Trucks, Canada Fraud Hits Suppliers, & International Exits Ohio | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major safety recall affecting nearly six thousand brand-new Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks. PACCAR is pulling model year 2027 vehicles due to a critical defect in the power distribution center that could cause drivers to lose engine power, antilock brakes, or windshield wipers without any dashboard warning. The problem originated from contaminated
FreightWaves Today | August 6
In this episode of FreightWaves Today, co-hosts Zach Strickland and Julie Van de Kamp break down the latest market-moving headlines across the freight, logistics, and supply chain landscape.
Driver Pay & Payroll Trends: Mike Ritzema, President and Founder of Superior Trucking Payroll Service, joins the show to discuss the Driver Pay Index reaching a record 170.04. He walks through what real
RXO's Mixed Q2 Results, Forward Air Recovery, & Class 8 Orders Slow | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining the latest quarterly results from third-party logistics provider RXO, which posted a mixed second-quarter performance. While net income remained at a five cents per share loss, the company achieved what it described as a historic sequential increase in profit per load driven by a massive jump in truckload spot mix. That spot mix surged to forty-two
FreightWaves Today | August 5
In this episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp break down critical news across the freight and logistics landscape, from financial health and quarterly earnings to regulatory shifts, market indices, and tariffs.
James Gellert, Executive Chairman of Rapid Ratings, joins to discuss financial health across middle-market and private companies. He highlights cash-conve
Pamt's Brutal Q2 Loss, Trimac Acquires California Freight, & Texas Blocks Shipper Liability | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining the harsh financial realities facing the truckload sector, where Pamt Corp. posted its seventh consecutive quarterly net loss and a staggering 110.6% adjusted operating ratio in its truckload division. Despite slashing its fleet by over four hundred tractors in three years, the company is finally seeing emerging signs of relief with a four percent s
FreightWaves Today | August 4
Craig and Julie cover the entire supply chain spectrum in this packed episode! GEODIS CEO Laura Ritchey recaps her first year leading the company, while John Brooks introduces the new WOW Supply Chain Activity Index from Warehouse on Wheels. Plus, Sope Creek Capital’s Kevin Nolan breaks down recent earnings and freight trends, Port of LA Executive Director Gene Seroka celebrates a record-breaking
July PMI Hits 4-Year High, STG Drayage Misclassification Settlement, & Atlas Air Invests | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a manufacturing surge that's creating serious momentum across the freight landscape. July's Institute for Supply Management Manufacturing PMI jumped to 55.6, the highest reading since May 2022 and well ahead of analyst expectations. This manufacturing recovery is showing up directly in less-than-truckload volumes, with four publicly traded LTL carri
FreightWaves Today | August 3
Craig and Julie have a jam packed show to start of the week!
FreightWaves Finance Editor, Todd Maiden, starts things off talking railroad earnings. He breaks down how major carriers like Schneider National handily beat expectations, signaling the early stages of a capacity-constrained rate recovery. Schneider captured double-digit rate increases on contract renewals during Q2.
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Schneider's Rate Recovery, Aurora's Driverless Pricing, & Enterprise AI's New Battleground | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining how Schneider National is aggressively pushing rates higher in a tight capacity environment. The Green Bay-based carrier handily beat second-quarter expectations and raised its full-year outlook, declaring that the truckload market is only in the early stages of rate recovery as it captures double-digit increases on contract renewals.
Next, we expl
FreightWaves Today | July 31
It’s a action-packed Friday episode of FreightWaves Today! Host Craig Fuller, Julie Van de Kamp, and guest host Max Fuller dive deep into the latest earnings releases, critical market shifts, and major legal developments rocking the supply chain industry.
In this episode, we cover:
Spotlight on ArcBest: President & CEO Seth Runser joins the show to discuss ArcBest's impressive Q2 performance, si
$1M Truck Theft Bust, XPO's Record Q2 Results, & Saia's Margin Guidance Disappoints | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off with a massive equipment theft bust as law enforcement officers across the Carolinas recovered thirteen semi-trucks, three trailers, and two motor vehicles worth over one million dollars during an ongoing Florence County investigation. Two North Carolina men face grand larceny and conspiracy charges for allegedly stealing nine commercial motor vehicles between N
FreightWaves Today | July 30
Malcom and Julie are live from the Westin in downtown Chattanooga at the Univar Solutions Carrier Kickoff Event.
Key Segments & Highlights
Rob McRae (VP of Transportation, Univar Solutions): Explains the strategy behind Univar's Carrier Kickoff and why investing in face-to-face relationships with carriers—especially in the specialized chemical and liquid bulk space—creates long-term reliability
FreightWaves Today | July 29
Join the Craig and Julie as they dive deep into a jam-packed Wednesday broadcast covering the latest Q2 earnings, market trends, rail updates, and freight technology!
In This Episode:
Market Dynamics & Q2 Earnings Overdrive: The hosts unpack earnings season highlights across the supply chain, analyzing surging revenue metrics, tight capacity, and how asset-based carriers like Werner Enterprises,
FreightWaves Today | July 28
Live from Chattanooga, Tennessee, hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp broadcast from the Future of Rail Symposium to break down the latest shifts transforming the freight and logistics industry.
In this episode, Craig and Julie dive deep into the critical role of freight rail as the backbone of the American industrial economy. They discuss recent market shifts, safety technology investments,
FreightWaves Today | July 27
In this episode of Freight Waves Today, hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp break down one of the most transformative developments in recent logistics history: a staggering $640 million nuclear judgment involving C.H. Robinson that has sent shockwaves through the brokerage industry and freight markets.Plus, we explore how AI data center expansion is reshaping flatbed and bulk capacity, the la
FreightWaves Today | July 24
This jam-packed episode of FreightWaves Today covers major industry-shaking news, featuring a massive nuclear lawsuit judgment against C.H. Robinson, key updates across intermodal rail,yard security technology, and last-mile logistics.
The show opens with the fallout from a $604 million nuclear lawsuit verdict handed down in Dallas County Court against C.H. Robinson and motor carrier Lupus Superi
BasicBlock Acquires TrueNorth, CHR Nuclear Verdict, & Tesla Semi Ramps Production | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a strategic acquisition that signals a massive shift in how financial services companies are approaching the independent carrier market. Freight factoring firm BasicBlock has officially acquired TrueNorth, an AI dispatcher and free loadboard platform, dramatically expanding BasicBlock's service offerings beyond traditional financing. By integrating
FreightWaves Today | July 23
Is the freight market finally turning a corner? On today’s episode of FreightWaves Today, Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp break down a massive week of Q2 earnings, major rail updates, and supply chain headlines!
We sit down with Josh Phelan, CVP of Operations at J.B. Hunt, to discuss driver constraints, cost inflation, contract vs. spot rate momentum, and why this cycle might look very differe
Aurora's Driverless Milestone, Knight-Swift Q2 Beat, & CSX Volume Rebound | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major milestone in the autonomous trucking race as Pittsburgh-based Aurora Innovation launched its second-generation driverless hardware across ten commercial freight routes in the U.S. Sun Belt. Unlike its first-generation trucks, the new fleet is built to run with no passive observer at all, erasing what one Morgan Stanley analyst called "one of
FreightWaves Today | July 22
This episode of FreightWaves Today covers key developments across logistics, freight technology, and the industrial economy:
Key Episode Highlights & Topics
Industry News & AI Breakthroughs: The hosts review major headlines, including JB Hunt's partnership with startup Overroot to deploy AI-led freight execution platform agents across millions of loads. They also examine Forward Air's nonbind
J.B. Hunt's AI Platform, Forward Air Saves $250M Account, & Nuke Power at Long Beach | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major AI breakthrough that could fundamentally transform freight execution across North America. J.B. Hunt Transport Services has partnered with a startup to publicly launch an AI-led freight execution platform following a year-long co-design process. The platform leverages AI agents to automate shipment coordination, reading live data, detecting
FreightWaves Today | July 21
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Trump Hits Canada with 50% Tariffs, Non-Domiciled CDL Court Battle, & Houthi Red Sea Blockade | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a massive escalation in the U.S.-Canada trade fight as President Trump announced sweeping fifty percent tariffs on roughly twenty billion dollars worth of Canadian imports scheduled to take effect in thirty days. Using an obscure authority from the Tariff Act of 1930, the new duties will apply even to goods that qualify under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada
FreightWaves Today | July 20
In this action-packed episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Julie Van de Kamp and Malcolm Harris break down the biggest stories impacting global supply chains, cross-border commerce, and freight fraud.From escalating military conflict in the Strait of Hormuz to billion-dollar federal fraud busts and deep dives into freight market economic trends, we've got you covered!
The Strait of Hormuz & Legal
US-Mexico Trade Hits $87B, United Cargo Revenue Surges 23%, & Saronic's $3B Texas Shipyard | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a massive milestone for North American cross-border commerce as Mexico remained the United States' largest overall trading partner in May, recording $87.23 billion in two-way trade. Trade between the U.S. and Mexico surged 17.06% year-over-year, fueled by $33.05 billion in U.S. exports and $54.18 billion in imports, with the port of entry in Laredo,
FreightWaves Today | July 17
Welcome to another jam-packed episode of FreightWaves Today! In today's broadcast, we break down the latest shifting dynamics across the logistics, freight, and supply chain industries. From major LTL restructuring news and federal crackdowns on CDL fraud to exclusive expert insights on AI and global geopolitics, we’ve got everything you need to stay ahead of the curve.We dive deep into ArcBest’s
FreightWaves Today | July 16
This episode of FreightWaves Today features a comprehensive breakdown of the major industry earnings reports that shook the market, with a primary focus on JB Hunt’s impressive quarterly performance.
Key discussion topics include:
Earnings Analysis: Beyond JB Hunt, the hosts discuss the bullish outlook from Prologis and the tightness in industrial warehouse capacity, indicating a shift in sup
J.B. Hunt Intermodal Surge, Navistar Wins Delivery Lawsuit, & Tesla Semi Chicago Pilot | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining the powerful momentum shift toward the rails that's creating massive growth opportunities for the nation's largest intermodal player. J.B. Hunt Transport Services just reported a blockbuster second quarter, with intermodal volumes jumping ten percent year-over-year and significantly outpacing the broader market. Eastern intermodal volumes surged six
FreightWaves Today | July 15
Welcome to a special edition of FreightWaves Today, broadcast LIVE from the Supply Chain AI Symposium in Chicago! 🚛🤖
Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp co-host this special live edition from one of the premier gatherings of logistics, transportation, and artificial intelligence leaders. Together, they welcome some of the industry's top innovators to separate AI hype from reality and explore how a
Freight Closures Erase 245 Jobs, BulkLoads Buys Livestock Network, & Driver Pay Index Surges | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off with a sobering snapshot of the freight industry's ongoing financial pain. Four companies are eliminating nearly 250 jobs at logistics and distribution facilities across New Jersey, North Carolina, Illinois, and California, while nine transportation and logistics-related companies have recently sought bankruptcy protection. The largest announced workforce reduct
FreightWaves Today | July 14
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The global supply chain is facing another major test as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to evolve. On today's FreightWaves Today, Craig Fuller and Joey discuss the latest developments after President Trump reverses course on a proposed t
Project44 Splits Into Two, Driver Suit Goes Class Action, & DP World Bypasses Hormuz | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining the massive strategic restructuring at project44 that splits the visibility giant into two distinct businesses. The company is separating into project44, which will serve enterprise shippers as a decision intelligence platform, and LSP44, a newly launched AI-native infrastructure business built exclusively for logistics service providers. LSP44 laun
FreightWaves Today | July 13
Welcome to another Monday edition of FreightWaves Today! Hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp are back in the studio to break down a massive week for the logistics and transportation sectors. As the market continues its recovery, we tackle the latest geopolitical escalations impacting global shipping routes, preview the start of Q2 earnings season with JB Hunt, and look at how artificial intel
Iran Attacks Ship in Hormuz, Toyota's $3.6B Texas Bet, & Q2 Trucking Earnings Rise | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off with a major escalation in the Middle East that's sending shockwaves through global energy markets and ocean shipping. Iran on Saturday attacked a feeder container ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz, setting the seven-thousand-TEU GFS Galaxy ablaze and forcing the crew to abandon ship. Iran over the weekend declared the strait closed to vessel traffic and expa
FreightWaves Today | July 10
It’s Friday, and while the domestic spot market is hitting a bit of a post-holiday summer lull, the freight industry at large is facing massive structural, legislative, and tech shifts. In this episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp sit down with top industry analysts and experts to break down the biggest headlines moving the market this week.
We dive deep into a
STG Exits Chapter 11, $104M Wrongful Death Verdict, & USPS Flies Mail for UPS | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a strategic financial comeback landing at precisely the right moment for the intermodal sector. STG Logistics has emerged from Chapter 11 protection after slashing its funded debt by approximately ninety percent and securing one hundred fifty million dollars in fresh capital from Fortress, Fidelity and Invesco. The timing couldn't be better: intermo
FreightWaves Today | July 9
Welcome back to FreightWaves Today! In this jam-packed episode, we break down why the freight market is showing intense resilience during a typical holiday lull and look ahead at what could be the next massive freight super cycle.
From massive rail network mergers to the latest macro-economic strains shifting supply chains, we’ve got the data, the insights, and the expert perspectives you need to
UP-NS Merger Exclusive, NYC Amazon DSP Bill Stalls, & Mexico Driver Shortage Worsens | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off with an exclusive look inside the massive rail merger that could reshape the U.S. economy. During the July Fourth weekend celebration in Philadelphia, FreightWaves spoke with Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena and Norfolk Southern CEO Mark George about their pending merger alongside the iconic Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive. As the Surface Transportation Board begins
FreightWaves Today | July 8
Welcome to Freight Racing Day! It’s Wednesday, which means we are diving deep into the massive waves of data shaping the industrial economy. From the newly released Logistics Managers Index (LMI) to record-breaking rail reports, we are breaking down everything you need to know about the current, highly robust state of the freight market.
In this episode, we address major industry shifts—including
UP-NS Merger Data Submitted, DHL Earnings Soar, & Mountain Valley Express Shuts Down | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining the latest developments in the proposed mega-merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern. The two Class I railroads just submitted critical new data requested by the Surface Transportation Board addressing control questions over key interchange terminals and equipment cooperatives. Despite delays in formal review, the partners remain committed
FreightWaves Today | July 7
In this packed episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Craig and Julie dive deep into the major issues transforming the logistics world right now—from massive international cargo theft rings to the critical deployment of emergency technology in global disaster zones.
First, we tackle the latest headlines exposing a staggering $10 million international freight fraud indictment. Then, we explore how f
$10M Cargo Theft Ring Busted, AscendTMS Fights Fraud, & Greenbrier Q2 Earnings Slip | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a massive criminal indictment that reveals the scope of organized freight fraud across the United States. Federal prosecutors have charged eight individuals in an alleged international conspiracy that stole at least ten million dollars in cargo over a three-year period, targeting everything from electronics and liquor to meat and cryptocurrency mini
FreightWaves Today | July 6
Freight markets are navigating a post-holiday slowdown while cargo theft, fraud, and fuel prices remain top concerns across the supply chain. In this episode of FreightWaves Today, Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp break down the latest freight headlines, analyze SONAR market data, discuss ocean shipping trends, and explore how AI and identity verification are changing logistics.Featured Guests:J
Texas Controller Guilty in $3.2M Theft, CORCA Heads to Senate, & Mexico Cargo Violence Surges | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off with a stunning embezzlement case that rocked a Texas freight brokerage when a former controller pleaded guilty to stealing over three point two million dollars from Austin Freight Systems. The thirty-four-year-old fraudster executed one hundred forty-seven payments between October 2023 and March 2025, depositing the stolen funds into personal accounts and funne
FreightWaves Today | July 2
The freight market heads into the Fourth of July weekend with strong momentum—and we're breaking down everything you need to know.Craig Fuller and Max Fuller are joined by Matthew Leffler to discuss the latest freight market developments, North American trade, Supreme Court decisions impacting the trucking industry, broker liability, insurance trends, and what they all mean for carriers, brokers,
Triumph's RFP Tool Debuts, TQL Transparency Case, & USMCA Renewal Rejected | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a massive shift in how freight contract pricing is getting done as Triumph debuts a powerful new RFP management tool designed to help brokers keep pace with drastically compressed pricing cycles. In today's supply-constrained market, some shippers are now repricing contracts as frequently as every thirty days, a brutal acceleration from the traditio
FreightWaves Today | July 1
It is hump day, which means it’s the best day of the week—the release of the weekly American Association of Railroads (AAR) tonnage index! In this packed episode, we dive deep into the legal and insurance crises gripping the freight industry, analyze how extreme heatwaves are altering refrigerated shipping, track global energy volatility, and break down the massive intermodal surge redefining logi
Supreme Court Bolsters Presidential Power, ZIM's New CEO, & EV Fleet Charging Strategy | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off in Washington with a blockbuster Supreme Court ruling that dramatically expands presidential authority over independent regulatory agencies. The six-three decision in Trump v. Slaughter overturns nearly a century of precedent and is likely to decide the fate of STB member Robert Primus, whom President Trump fired without cause last August. With the Surface Trans
FreightWaves Today | June 30
The freight market is changing fast—and this episode of FreightWaves Today breaks down the biggest legal, technology, energy, and market developments shaping transportation.
We kick off the show with breaking news on the Florida U-turn lawsuit and discuss why CH Robinson was named in litigation despite having no involvement in the crash. We also debate broker liability, the post-Montgomery legal
Laredo's New Rail Park, Trimble TMS Launch, & DeSantis Vetoes CDL Bill | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off in South Texas, where developers are building a massive new rail infrastructure project designed to transform Laredo from purely a trucking gateway into a true multimodal freight hub. Following authorization from the Surface Transportation Board, Kraus Development and Ironhorse Resources plan to construct the two point six-mile Laredo Gateway Industrial Railway,
FreightWaves Today | June 29
The freight market is heating up—and this week's episode breaks down why.
We kick off the show with a look at record-setting trucking spot rates, why the July 4 holiday is the freight industry's "Super Bowl," and what tightening capacity means for carriers, brokers, and shippers heading into the second half of the year.
Then we dive into the day's biggest logistics headlines, including:
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$1.3M Cargo Theft Recovery, China Southern Orders Boeing Freighters, & ULH Biometrics Case | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a massive cargo theft recovery near Chicago that reveals the sophisticated nature of organized freight crime. The Cook County Sheriff's Office recovered two stolen trailers containing over $1.3 million in copper wire and data center equipment at a truck yard in Elk Grove Township. Both trailers had been equipped with stolen license plates and were l
FreightWaves Today | June 26
In this packed episode of FreightWaves Today, Craig Fuller, Malcolm Wilson, and the FreightWaves team break down one of the most important weeks of the year for trucking: the lead-up to the July 4th freight surge — often called trucking’s “Super Bowl.”
They discuss tightening capacity, rising spot rates, driver shortages, and why many large carriers believe the freight market has officially turne
ILWU Sugar Strike, FMCSA Motus Rollout Troubles, & USPS Cash Crisis | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off in California, where warehouse workers launched the first ILWU strike against a major sugar producer in decades. The walkout at C&H Sugar's massive Bay Area refinery involves roughly ninety to one hundred unionized employees fighting over healthcare, retiree benefits, sick leave, and overtime rules. While American Sugar Refining offered a twenty percent wage inc
FreightWaves Today Live From Samara Beyond | June 24
FreightWaves Today hosts Craig Fuller and Julie Van de Kamp come to you live from Samsara Beyond 2026.
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FreightWaves Today | June 23
On today’s episode of FreightWaves Today, hosts Julie Van de Kamp and Malcolm Harris break down the latest developments shaping freight, trucking, and supply chain markets as the industry heads toward the end of Q2 and the July 4 holiday rush.
We cover two major FMCSA regulatory changes that remove long-standing compliance requirements for carriers, including the elimination of CDL self-reporting
Bendix Taps Aeva LiDAR, Echo Expands Mexico Services, & DHL Autonomous Ops Go Live | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major advancement in commercial vehicle safety technology that's targeting mass production across the Class 8 market. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has officially selected Aeva to integrate 4D LiDAR sensors and perception software into its next-generation collision mitigation systems for Class 8 trucks. With roughly 300,000 new Class 8 trucks
Rates Rising, Capacity Tight: Is Your Shipping Team Ready for This Market?
Shippers are facing a dramatically different freight market, one many are ill-equipped to handle. With new staff lacking experience in tight capacity environments and a prolonged supply-side driven market, traditional 'post-and-pray' strategies no longer work. Learn why securing favorable rates now, evaluating routing guides, and strengthening carrier partnerships are crucial for survival.
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FreightTech partnership uses AI to fix costly invoice errors
Trucking companies and freight brokers often face payment delays due to complex invoice audits. Upwell's CEO Charley Dehoney discusses how their AI-powered platform automates pre-invoice auditing, solving a critical 'missing link' in the supply chain. Discover how this partnership with Kleinschmidt aims to reduce invoice disputes and accelerate cash flow for carriers nationwide.
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Industrial Segment 'Comes Alive': What Rail Data Predicts
Weekly U.S. rail traffic data just dropped, and it's confirming significant strength in the industrial segment of the economy. Total traffic is up an amazing 7.2%, with carloads rising 3.2% year-to-date, despite declines in coal and flat forest products. This is a critical indicator of future freight demand, including trucking, as manufacturers ramp up production.
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Why THIS Fuel Card Is the OG of Real-time Transactions
After being acquired by Shell USA, Multi-Service Fuel Card CEO Aaron Decker reveals how he and his management team executed a bold management buyout to regain control. Discover the fascinating journey of this pioneering fuel card provider, established in 1978, and how they help trucking companies navigate volatile fuel markets, maximize efficiency, and combat fraud. Aaron also shares his outlook o
How John Ferguson Built a $50M Freight Brokerage During COVID
John Ferguson, CEO of Pivot Supply Chain Solutions, shares the gritty details of starting his freight brokerage during the peak of COVID. From a coat closet to a $50M company, learn the raw truth about establishing credit, covering loads, and building a robust team in a tough market. This isn't your average startup story.
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C.H. Robinson Launches BidBoardX, FedEx Vietnam Meltdown Recovery, & Teradar Sensor OEM Deal | The Morning Minute
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major digital freight platform designed to eliminate the traditional back-and-forth friction between carriers and shippers hunting for committed freight. C.H. Robinson unveiled BidBoardX, a new self-service tool that gives carriers direct access to committed freight opportunities through a single digital interface. The platform allows certified ca
Trucking's Unsung Heroes: Financial Aid & Wellness for Drivers
When illness or injury forces a truck driver off the road, the financial fallout can be immediate and devastating. The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund steps in as a vital safety net, offering financial aid for essential needs like rent, insurance, and vehicle payments. Beyond crisis support, they provide crucial wellness programs, from smoking cessation to cancer screenings, helping America's
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