Logistics Management Magazine

by John D. Schulz on 13 August 2025 at 4:08 pm

Despite the largest less-than-truckload carrier FedEx Freight delaying implementation until December 1, the biggest change in the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has begun what it calls the “successful implementation” of one of the most significant updates to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system in its nearly 90-year history.

by LM Staff on 13 August 2025 at 4:01 pm

Economists warn the move could raise prices and push the country toward recession.

by LM Staff on 13 August 2025 at 3:35 pm

With keynote presentations, industry awards, and breakout sessions on robotics, AI integration, and supply chain resilience, the event offers actionable insights from leaders at Uber Freight, Dole, Walmart, FedEx Supply Chain, and more.

by Jeff Berman on 12 August 2025 at 5:24 pm

July U.S. rail carloads, at roughly 1,098,947, posted a 4.6% annual gain, for its fifth consecutive month of annual monthly gains, and July intermodal volume, at roughly 1,351,493 units, increased 2.4% annually, following a 2.9% annual decline in June.

by Jeff Berman on 12 August 2025 at 4:20 pm

Following a 90-day pause rolled out in May, which was set to expire today, the White House said yesterday, in an Executive Order, that tariffs on United States-bound imports from China will remain at current levels for another 90 days, through November 10.

by LM Staff on 12 August 2025 at 4:14 pm

Falling 4.6 cents, the national average, for the week of August 11, came in at $3.754.

by Jeff Berman on 11 August 2025 at 7:23 pm

Chicago-based third-party logistics and technology-enabled transportation services provider Echo Global Logistics announced earlier today it has acquired Huntington Beach, Calif.-based Freight Saver, a provider of third-party logistics (3PL) services.

by Jeff Berman on 11 August 2025 at 3:59 pm

As tariffs and trade policy continued to create uncertainty, there were indications of increased industrial real estate leasing activity in the second quarter, according to the new edition of the Industrial Business Indicator (IBI), which was recently issued by San Francisco-based real estate investment trust company Prologis.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology.

by Michael Levans on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Celebrate excellence in logistics with the 42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards, Logistics Management’s trusted measure of customer satisfaction and service performance. This year, over 3,000 responses from qualified shippers led to the recognition of 160 top-performing carriers and logistics service providers. With a focus on key metrics like on-time performance, value, and customer service, the Quest for Quality stands as the gold standard in the industry. Discover how 2025’s winners are navigating today’s challenges with resilience and delivering unmatched service.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology. Categories include motor carriers, railroads, ocean carriers, and more, reflecting LM’s commitment to excellence in service quality. Learn who stood out and what sets them apart in the logistics industry.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology. Categories include motor carriers, railroads, ocean carriers, and more, reflecting LM’s commitment to excellence in service quality. Learn who stood out and what sets them apart in the logistics industry.

by George Kokoris on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Which carriers, third-party logistics providers, and U.S. ports have truly risen to the top in service excellence over the past year? Our readers have cast their votes, and it’s time to reveal this year’s winners of the prestigious Quest for Quality Awards.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 3:00 pm

Discover the winners of Logistics Management’s prestigious “42nd Annual Quest for Quality Awards,” honoring top performers in transportation and logistics services. This year’s survey garnered over 3,017 responses, evaluating providers across key criteria like On-time Performance, Customer Service, and Information Technology. Categories include motor carriers, railroads, ocean carriers, 3PLs, and air carriers, reflecting LM’s commitment to excellence in service quality. Learn who stood out and what sets them apart in the logistics industry.

by LM Staff on 11 August 2025 at 1:34 pm

Carriers and brokers remain optimistic despite revenue declines and tariff pressures, truckstop.com and Bloomberg Intelligence reports.

by Jeff Berman on 8 August 2025 at 6:46 pm

With the White House’s widespread reciprocal tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners taking effect on August 7, the report said it expects total 2025 import cargo volume for the ports cited in the report to be 5.6% lower annually.