Logistics Pulse
This week's top news in trucking and logistics
Shippers are navigating new opportunities and shifting conditions across domestic and global supply chains. This week, we’re covering lower national FTL rates, smarter LTL classification, and broader developments across ocean freight, manufacturing, fulfillment, and infrastructure.
Top articles this week:
Lower National Full Truckload Rates Are Now Live
Mothership has secured significantly lower national FTL rates through our trusted partner Echo. The updated pricing is live in the dashboard and reflected automatically in every quote. We’re continually working with our partners to bring customers more competitive pricing across our network. Keep quoting upcoming lanes regularly to see the latest rates available.
How much could your business save with lower national FTL rates?
Introducing NMFC Auto-Suggest: Smarter Freight Classification for LTL Shipments
Mothership’s new NMFC Auto-Suggest feature makes it easier to classify LTL freight accurately. Enter a freight description to receive matching NMFC recommendations, then select one to automatically populate the code and freight class. Shippers can also itemize multiple commodities on the same pallet, giving each its own NMFC code on the BOL. These tools help reduce manual research and the chances of costly carrier reclassification.
How much could more accurate freight classification save you on LTL shipments?
Trans-Pacific spot rates reach new highs on resilient demand, port congestion
Trans-Pacific container rates climbed as resilient demand and congestion at major Asian ports tightened capacity. Typhoon-related disruptions have prompted carriers to reroute cargo and adjust vessel schedules. Additional capacity could provide some near-term relief, but Golden Week blank sailings may restrict space again later this month.
How are shifting Trans-Pacific conditions shaping your shipping plans?
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In Other News:
August’s manufacturing PMI dips to 54.6; supply chain constraints persist
U.S. manufacturing expanded for an eighth month, while transportation capacity remained tight and supplier deliveries slowed.
Temu owner invests in local fulfillment in face of de minimis changes
Temu is expanding local warehousing as changing de minimis rules reshape cross-border fulfillment.
Read more on Supply Chain Dive
UPS reorganization prioritizes global logistics over parcel delivery
UPS is reorganizing to focus more heavily on integrated global logistics and higher-value services.
Gap, Kohl’s among retailers adding DoorDash delivery option
Gap, Kohl’s, and other retailers are adding DoorDash delivery as demand for faster fulfillment grows.
Read more on Supply Chain Dive
DOT unveils plan to turn highways, rail lines into multi‑use utility arteries
A new DOT initiative would use transportation rights-of-way for utilities while generating funding for infrastructure improvements.
Update: diesel surges to new post-war high on futures market