Food Shippers of America’s Post

The economy, volatile fuel prices, and a lack of truck parking are some of the biggest challenges in trucking. Given more than 70% of food is moved completely by truck in the U.S., check out the American Transportation Research Institute’s most recent top list of #trucking issues. ➡️Read more: https://hubs.la/Q031Lj-n0 #foodshippers #foodchain #foodlogistics #supplychain

Did you know that as fall comes closer and closer, we see a significant uptake in cross-border freight activity between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, driven by seasonal trade patterns? The demand for agricultural products, holiday goods, and back-to-school supplies leads to increased collaboration across borders. The fall season highlights the importance of efficient logistics in keeping supply chains connected and running smoothly. #IQL #Logistics #Freight #Cargo #Trucking #Fall

New Episode Alert on Kev Talks: Real World Global Logistics! This week, we’re joined by Jonathan Gold, a leading voice in retail and trade policy, for an insightful discussion on global tariffs, retaliation from trading partners, and the cascading impacts on industries like farming, manufacturing, and trucking.   Episode Highlight: “Retaliation from trading partners hits farmers and manufacturers first. As we saw in 2018, the ripple effects extended to trucking, and while payouts helped some, market access is irreplaceable." - Jon Gold Jon also shares his thoughts on the Pull Forward Initiative and what BCOs and retailers should expect in today’s shifting landscape. Don’t miss this timely conversation packed with real-world insights and actionable takeaways! Listen now: Apple: https://lnkd.in/gYcEe3aT Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gzUp7mNR YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gR--FRkZ #KevTalksPodcast #GlobalLogistics #TradePolicy #RetailSector #SupplyChain Kevin Higgins

What You Need to Know to Finish Out 2024! 🌟📊 According to Coyote’s latest Freight Market Cheat Sheet, here are the key data points to keep in mind as the year comes to a close: 🔹 Capacity Trends: The available truckload capacity is up 5% compared to last year, but the increase in capacity is slowing down, making it crucial to plan ahead. 🔹 Economic Impact: With a forecasted 2% GDP growth, freight demand is expected to remain stable, but watch for fluctuations driven by global trade and domestic economic policies. 🔹 Fuel Prices: Diesel prices have stabilized but remain 12% higher than last year, impacting overall shipping costs. #Logistics #SupplyChain #ShippingTrends

Loads on TIACA Miami and US trade policy here....

🚢🌎 Let's take a moment to talk about shipping realities. Right now, there are worldwide exporting delays affecting our industry, and it's important that we acknowledge these challenges, and what we can all do to try and minimise disruption to the supply chain. 🗓Why have the schedules moved? There are a number of factors that have an impact. Amongst others: container availability, change of rules and fees for shipping lines, port congestion, social and political challenges, the unforgiving weather in Central America which have affected roads and coffee movement, a global shortage in shipping containers meaning the cost of a container is now over 200% higher than this time last year... 💬 ✨So what can we do? Well we understand that forward planning is super important, so we make sure to build our containers efficiently. We hold a buffer spot stock in all of our import operations to make sure we can support our roaster partners should any delays cause stock level disruption, all while combining shipments to maximize container usage and reduce costs. We offer support to our producer partners to help them overcome challenges like labor shortages and lower yields. And we keep our roaster partners informed about potential delays and set realistic expectations regarding delivery times. 👋Reach out to your local team if you want help with forward contracting around these challenges, or need a top up of coffee from our Spot stock! #CaravelaCoffee #SpecialtyGreenCoffeeExperts #BetterCoffee #ShippingRealities

What urgent supply chain challenge is Brian Bourke at SEKO Logistics referring to when he says: "The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time to plant a tree is today." Find out on the latest episode of The Loadstar Podcast which also features Loadstar Publisher Alex Lennane and Niall van de Wouw, Head of Airfreight, Xeneta. Full description below: Host Mike King explores the latest developments in airfreight and global trade policy on this episode of The Loadstar Podcast. Reporting from TIACA’s Air Cargo Forum (ACF) in Miami, Alex Lennane shares insights from industry leaders, while Brian Bourke (Seko Logistics) and Niall van de Wouw (Xeneta) weigh in on market dynamics as we approach Donald Trump’s inauguration in January 2025. Topics covered include the potential impact of new tariff regimes, the role of de minimis exemptions, e-commerce trends, and the freight market outlook for the new year. Episode in more detail: Yoga at ACF Miami (2.12) Trump ends the Great Freight Recession? (4.24) Planning for Q1 with SEKO (7.00) Tariffs: When, Where, How Big (9.41) Winners and losers (13.05) Tariffs and the UK (15.47) Air cargo peak season (18.50) Air freight rates (20.27) Chinese New Year (23.17) 2024: The Year of the E-tailer? (26.39) De minimis under attack (30.01) US reshoring (34.07) Ocean shipping outlook (38.31) Alliances reconfigured (42.19) Will shippers pay for better service? (44.17) What next for SEKO? (46.04) #tariffs #trump #shipping #aircargo #ACF #TIACA #supplychain

It's been a busy summer with lots of developments in #shipping and the #supplychain as we are just weeks away from the Labor Day holiday. There are three main stories in shipping that are setting up the next few weeks and months. Read our latest and catch up on what to know:

Did you know that over 90% of global trade is carried by sea? 🌍🚢 That's right, those massive container ships you see aren't just ships — they’re the world’s biggest delivery vans! 🚚 But instead of delivering groceries, they’re moving tons of goods across oceans every day. So, next time you spot a container ship on the horizon, give a little wave! 👋 It’s doing some serious heavy lifting! 💪 #LogisticsFun #ShippingFacts #GlobalTrade #CDZLogistics #SupplyChainHumor

The latest trends in container shipping highlight a complex interplay between protectionism and trade opportunities. Rising tariffs and nearshoring efforts are set to increase costs, potentially dampening consumer demand. However, these changes might also boost shipping activities in the long term. Geopolitical shifts, labor disruptions, and evolving supply chain strategies underscore the need for shippers to adapt swiftly. Embracing smarter, data-driven logistics solutions could mitigate some challenges. As the landscape evolves, higher costs and inflationary pressures loom, but opportunities for growth in the shipping sector remain significant. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gJBFbyf3