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Flatbed Freight Poised for Surge as AI Data Centers and Military Spending Boost Demand
According to FreightWaves, the flatbed freight market may have seen a recent cool-off, but massive investments in AI data centers and a record-breaking defense bill are set to fuel unprecedented demand. Flatbed trucking will be essential for moving concrete for new facilities and munitions for global defense, putting capacity and rates under pressure.
Jul 8, 2026 1 source