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The truck driver shortage limits opportunities for carrier expansion

Debra N. Phillips | August 24, 2026 | Trucking

While tightening capacity appears to be leading to a more balanced supply-demand market, trucking companies face challenges regarding quickly adding capacity.

The review continues: USMCA faces uncertain future

Pete Goldin | July 20, 2026 | Logistics

The US declines to renew USMCA, launching annual trade reviews as businesses weigh uncertainty over tariffs and North American supply chains.

Port Laredo awarded new $25 million BUILD grant to support US-Mexico trade

Pete Goldin | July 20, 2026 | International Trade | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Port Laredo receives a $25 million BUILD Grant to expand the World Trade Bridge and strengthen U.S.-Mexico trade infrastructure.

USMCA figures prominently at GSDF 2026 event in New York City

Manik Mehta | July 20, 2026 | International Trade

Mexican and Canadian steel companies face uncertainties over the Trump Administration’s avowed position not to renew USMCA.

US Great Lakes and Seaway ports seek new potential to pivot from tariff impacts

Julie Gedeon | July 20, 2026 | Maritime | Bulk | Ports & Terminals

Great Lakes and Seaway ports adapt to tariff-driven trade shifts with new cargo opportunities, infrastructure investments, and supply chain strategies.

Key shipping line and terminal operator cautiously optimistic about Great Lakes/Seaway trade

Great Lakes shipping leaders remain cautiously optimistic despite U.S.-Canada trade tensions, tariffs, and regulatory challenges.

Steel trade closely watches Brownsville port’s channel deepening project

After dredging, port can now accommodate larger vessels.

Outsourcing forklift fleet management can improve performance and reduce costs

Debra N. Phillips | July 20, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

Technology transforms forklifts with new functions, added value

Debra N. Phillips | July 20, 2026 | Logistics | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

New forklift technologies, automation, and electric power are transforming warehouse safety, productivity, and supply chain operations.

Is there a warehouse boom right around the corner?

George Lauriat | July 20, 2026 | Logistics

There are indications that a Distribution Center (DC) boom may be about to happen. And while the geo-political and regulatory headwinds are still blowing, momentum is gathering to add warehouse space…and to do it in a big way.

Florida produce sees opportunity with non-renewal of USMCA

Andrew Meadows | July 20, 2026 | International Trade | Commodity

With the USMCA’s non-renewal, Florida’s produce industry finds itself once again engaged in difficult trade discussions.

Tradepoint Atlantic – A growing ‘city of logistics’

Tradepoint Atlantic’s city of logistics is growing fast, project by project.

Logistics players adapting to Europe automotive industry’s shift in dynamics

According to the Association of European Vehicle Logistics (ECG), the finished vehicles industry stands at a pivotal moment within a rapidly evolving global automotive landscape.

Bird returns to Port of Montreal to take over as new President and CEO

After barely two months ago suddenly leaving Canada’s second biggest container port as chief commercial officer to take up another post, Paul Bird is returning on June 8 as new president and CEO.

Enstructure acquires LOGISTEC’s marine terminal operations

AJOT Staff | June 22, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Terminals

AJOT’s Top 100 Container Ports

George Lauriat | June 22, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Global container ports post strong 2025 TEU growth, but Middle East conflicts and shifting trade routes raise concerns for 2026.

Baltimore and business

Andrew Meadows | June 22, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Port of Baltimore: Novel grain transloading facility a win-win

Ports America Chesapeake and Frey partner on a novel grain transloading facility in the Port of Baltimore — a win-win for the supply chain.

Port of Baltimore users encouraged by where the port is headed

Andrew Meadows | June 22, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Two years after one of the most devastating maritime disasters in United States history, the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore is a wellspring of news and expansion.