The U.S. Supreme Court issued a major ruling that could significantly impact the freight brokerage industry, unanimously siding against brokers in the high-profile Montgomery case. The decision allows negligent hiring claims against freight brokers to move forward under state law, meaning brokers may now face increased legal scrutiny when selecting carriers. At the center of
Global logistics networks continue to face mounting pressure as geopolitical tensions and rising costs disrupt freight flows across multiple modes. Recent developments in the Middle East have forced carriers to reroute shipments, increasing transit times and driving up fuel and operational expenses across ocean and air freight markets. These disruptions are already translating into higher
The United States Postal Service is planning to introduce a temporary 8% fuel surcharge on package deliveries as escalating fuel prices increase transportation costs. The proposed surcharge—set to begin in late April and run through early 2027—comes in response to global energy market disruptions tied to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. If approved, the fee
The benchmark diesel price used to calculate most fuel surcharges has climbed above $5 per gallon for the first time since 2022, marking a significant shift in fuel cost trends across the freight industry. The latest reading jumped sharply week over week, pushing the national average to just over $5.07 per gallon and continuing a
Escalating maritime disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are reshaping global energy trade and reinforcing the United States position as the world’s leading liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporter. Roughly one-fifth of global LNG shipments typically move through the narrow waterway, making it one of the most critical energy chokepoints in the world. With attacks on
Mexican authorities have begun suspending import activities and moving to cancel permits for roughly 350 companies involved in steel imports as part of a broader enforcement effort targeting irregular trade practices. The action follows government investigations that identified potential misuse of import programs and other compliance issues tied to steel shipments entering the country. The
Global ocean carriers are increasingly avoiding the Strait of Hormuz after Iran launched attacks targeting Persian Gulf ports and regional infrastructure, raising significant concerns about vessel safety and the stability of global trade routes. The narrow waterway—one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints—connects the Persian Gulf to global markets and handles a substantial share
Concerns over the effectiveness of the federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) rule are resurfacing following a fatal February 2026 crash in Indiana involving a commercially licensed driver whose listed training provider reportedly had no clear regulatory footprint. The incident has intensified debate around whether ELDT — implemented in 2022 to establish national minimum training standards
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down the Trump administration’s tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), ruling that the statute does not grant the president authority to unilaterally impose broad import tariffs.
The Trump administration has released a sweeping maritime strategy aimed at rebuilding US shipbuilding, expanding the domestic fleet, and strengthening supply-chain resilience. The blueprint proposes new fees on foreign-built vessels calling US ports and other measures intended to generate stable funding and reduce regulatory barriers that officials say have weakened the sector over decades. At
