Small U.S. importers are struggling due to constantly changing tariff policies, forcing them to adjust procurement strategies or abandon markets. The key to overcoming this challenge lies in flexible supply chain management and risk assessment, enabling businesses to remain competitive in an uncertain trade environment.
The shipping industries of India and the United States have decided to cancel the planned price increase notification set for August 1 due to uncertainties surrounding new tariffs. They will maintain current freight rates, a strategy aimed at balancing company profits with customer demand, in order to sustain stability and flexibility in a competitive market environment.
U.S. retailers are gradually adapting to the new normal of fluctuating tariff policies, focusing more on market information and supply-demand dynamics to optimize their import strategies and cost management. They enhance supply chain efficiency through effective communication and data analysis, actively responding to the uncertainty in trade.
In response to market turbulence caused by high tariffs imposed by the U.S., J.B. Hunt Transport and Knight-Swift Transportation are flexibly reallocating resources and optimizing their networks to enhance transportation efficiency. They aim to strengthen collaborations with customers through new operational strategies to adapt to the changing demands.
Under the influence of new tariff policies, major freight carriers like J.B. Hunt and Knight-Swift are flexibly adjusting their asset layouts to respond to changes in market demand and supply chain challenges, enhancing service efficiency and competitiveness.
Last mile delivery is one of the most challenging links in the supply chain. This article explores how to enhance delivery efficiency through smart technologies and innovative strategies, meeting market demands, optimizing customer experience, and helping businesses gain a competitive edge in this area.
FedEx has recently revised the calculation method for freight surcharges, rounding up the dimensions of any package starting from August 18. This change undoubtedly brings new challenges to B2C e-commerce shippers, testing their ability to gain a competitive advantage within a complex freight rate structure.
CMA CGM has expressed its intention to acquire Hutchison Port Holdings to strengthen its global port network. Despite a slight decline in second-quarter revenue of $13.2 billion, its subsidiary Ceva performed relatively well, demonstrating the company's ability to achieve stable growth in the logistics sector.
The logistics sector is facing high cost pressures, making data and technology optimization crucial. Selecting appropriate transportation and warehousing systems, alongside flexible logistics strategies, will help companies navigate challenges and achieve a dual enhancement of efficiency and cost.
In June 2025, cross-border freight volume experienced a slight year-on-year decline of 0.3%, primarily due to a 27.8% reduction in truckbed transportation. Although the total domestic equipment slightly decreased, international containers achieved a 1.0% annual growth. Overall, transportation increased by 4.3% in the first six months of 2025.
