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Logistics Equipment Sale Gains Save Heartland Express Q2, Masking 103% Operating Ratio
Heartland Express returned to profitability in Q2 on a $22 million year-over-year increase in gains from equipment sales, though revenue fell 13% and adjusted operating ratio would have been near 103% without the gains. The carrier continues to dispose of underutilized trailers and cut net debt by $33 million.
Logistics Atlas grows Kodiak driverless truck fleet to 100 rigs
Atlas Energy Solutions is expanding its driverless truck fleet with Kodiak AI from 28 to 100 rigs by mid-2027, adding a second load-out point in the Permian Basin. The fleet has already hauled more than 450,000 tons of sand and set a single-day record of 176 loads, with public-road operations planned for early 2027.
Logistics CHP Recovers $500K in Stolen Cargo Tied to Multiple Southern California Thefts
CHP's Inland Division Cargo Theft Interdiction Program recovered more than $500,000 in stolen merchandise from a Rialto, California discount store following a July 28 search warrant. The store was linked to multiple Southern California cargo thefts, and the recovered goods were returned to victims. The agency left many details undisclosed, including the store identity, suspects, victims and charges.
Logistics Schneider National Pushes Price as Truckload Market Imbalance Drives Rate Recovery
Schneider National beat second-quarter expectations, raised its full-year outlook, and reported double-digit contract rate increases in a capacity-constrained truckload market. The company described the rate recovery as early-stage, with spot market activity in June resembling the prior cycle peak of March 2021.
Logistics Hirschbach rolls out Augment-built AI agent Augie for driver check-ins
Hirschbach Motor Lines is using an AI agent called Augie, built by Augment, to automate outbound driver communication across its brokerage operations. The agent handles roughly 40% of the carrier's track-and-trace volume and automates over 300 pickup and delivery check-ins per week, according to FreightWaves. The rollout follows about a year and a half of vendor evaluation and a deliberate buy-over-build decision led by CTO Ivan Ramirez.
Logistics Viking Supply Ships installs Kistefos duo as CEO and group CEO
Viking Supply Ships will install Ulrik Mannhart as chief executive and Bengt Rem as group CEO on August 1, following the resignation of Trond Myklebust. Both new leaders come from controlling shareholder Kistefos, which holds 80.1% of shares and 85.3% of voting rights, according to Splash247.
Logistics Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF wins AHTS contracts and Petrobras PLSV extensions
Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has won two new AHTS vessel contracts and two long-term Petrobras extensions in Brazil, according to Splash247 Maritime. The AHTS contracts, each worth $15m-$25m, start in Q4 2027, while PLSVs Skandi Buzios and Skandi Recife are extended through January 2028.
Logistics China's Panama-Flag Detention Campaign Starts to Ease, Data Shows
China’s detention of Panama-flagged ships dropped sharply in July to 16 from 140 in May, following Beijing–Panama City negotiations. Nearly 500 Panama-flagged vessels were detained since January, with the dispute rooted in the removal of CK Hutchison's Panama Ports Company from canal terminals.
Logistics India to equip new high-speed rail corridors with indigenous Bharat Train Control System signalling
Indian Railways is developing the Bharat Train Control System (BTCS), an indigenous open-source signalling protocol, for nearly 7,000 km of planned high-speed rail corridors across India. The system follows the made-in-India decision for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train and could be exported to other countries once developed. Approvals for future corridor designs are expected by mid-2027, while Japan has been told offers for a switchover to its protocols need to come first.
Logistics Minimum safe manning must not become shipping's commercial target
Steve Cameron, chair of the Nautical Institute's London branch, warns that minimum safe manning requirements are increasingly treated as commercial targets rather than safety floors. He argues that growing workloads — from tighter port turnarounds to new cyber and security procedures — are piling pressure on unchanged crew numbers, with fatigue weakening the last line of defence at sea. Cameron calls for honest manning reviews against current operations, not approved figures.
Logistics LTL Surges as Truckload Rates Rise: Saia's Record Q2 and $1.6B Investment
Rising truckload prices and tightening capacity are driving shippers to LTL, leading Saia to record Q2 tonnage. The carrier has invested $1.6B in infrastructure and is targeting selective freight. Implications for logistics operators include tighter capacity and potential rate increases.
Logistics UPS Unveils Digital Tools to Attract Small Businesses Amid Strategic Shift from Low-Margin E-Commerce
UPS announced new digital tools to enhance the shipping experience for small businesses, including a centralized pickup dashboard and Smart Pickups that can save up to 50% over daily pickup costs. The move supports UPS's strategy to focus on higher-margin verticals as it reduces low-margin e-commerce deliveries, with SMB package volumes growing 4.3% year-over-year in Q2 and reaching 34.5% of U.S. domestic volume in Q1.
Logistics Saia’s Softer Q3 Margin Guidance Triggers 12% Share Drop Despite Record Q2 Results
Saia reported record second-quarter earnings but its third-quarter margin guidance disappointed investors, sending shares down 12%. New service centers continue to drag on margins, though they improved 300 basis points in Q2. The carrier implemented a 7.1% general rate increase in July and expects full-year margin improvement at the lower end of its guidance range.
Logistics XPO Q2 Earnings Beat Expectations Behind Strong LTL Performance and AI Efficiency Gains
XPO (NYSE: XPO) reported second-quarter adjusted EPS of $1.70, beating consensus by 23 cents on strong less-than-truckload (LTL) performance. LTL revenue rose 15% year-over-year to $1.43 billion, with the adjusted operating ratio improving 300 basis points to 79.9%. The company credited a better freight mix and AI-driven efficiency initiatives for the record results.
Logistics HMM pauses new container ship orders, shifting focus to tankers and gas carriers
Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM), South Korea's flag carrier, is pausing finalization of newbuild orders for at least ten 13,000-TEU LNG dual-fuel container ships planned for the second half of 2026, instead focusing on Suezmax tankers, MR petroleum tankers, VLGCs, and LNG carriers. The shift comes amid warnings of newbuild-driven oversupply, geopolitical cost pressure, and trade policy risks, according to the company's Q1 2026 earnings release.
Logistics Seacor Marine Reviews Strategic Options as Investors Push for Sale of Company or Assets
Seacor Marine has announced a strategic review that may lead to a sale of the company or its assets, following pressure from shareholders including the largest holder Pointillist Family Office. The company has retained independent financial advisors, but no timetable or guarantee of a transaction exists.
Logistics Petra Marine Sells Two Accommodation Barges for Combined $15 Million in Separate Deals
Malaysia's Petra Marine has agreed to sell two Malaysian-flagged accommodation work barges in separate deals totaling $15 million. The Petra Endeavour was sold to India-based AJR Oil & Gas Engineering Services for $7.75m, and the Petra Orbit to UAE-registered Beaufond Swissline for $7.25m. Petra Marine said the sales will reduce future laid-up, reactivation, and drydocking costs.
Logistics Houthis Weigh Toll Scheme for Red Sea Shipping as Attacks Shift to Revenue Generation
Yemen's Houthis are considering a toll scheme for commercial vessels transiting the Bab el-Mandeb strait, potentially shifting from missile and drone attacks to a revenue-generating system controlling access to the southern Red Sea. The proposal, discussed during Houthi officials' July visit to Iran for the funeral of supreme leader Ali Khamenei, involves Iranian advisers developing a new authority to administer fees. Chinese-controlled vessels may be exempt, reflecting separate negotiations with Beijing.
Logistics The Chemical Blind Spot in Ballast Water Treatment: Unmonitored Bromoform Risks to Ports and Shipping
Ballast water treatment systems that use oxidant-based methods, such as electrochlorination, generate disinfection by-products like bromoform which accumulate in port waters without monitoring. The IMO's approval process uses a hypothetical Model Harbour rather than real port conditions. Global ballast discharge volumes remain poorly measured, while studies show bromoform concentrations in treated water are ten times higher than in industrial effluents, with estimated annual release of 860 tonnes worldwide.
Logistics Freight Rates Soar on Capacity Crunch, Not Demand: Q2 Earnings Confirm Tight Market Through 2027
Major carriers' Q2 earnings reports indicate the freight market is tightening due to capacity constraints rather than surging demand, with spot rates at $3.53 per mile and contract rates up 18% year-over-year. Regulatory pressures and high barriers to entry are keeping capacity tight, while Brent crude oil at $100 per barrel adds fuel cost pressure. FreightWaves analysts expect the cycle to persist through at least 2027.
Logistics UPS Falls Behind in Robust Trucking Market as PACCAR Rides Strong Demand
UPS's Q2 earnings missed expectations as the carrier declined to guide domestic volumes higher for H2, with Amazon's Flex expansion and ongoing restructuring weighing on sentiment. Meanwhile, PACCAR reported strong heavy-truck deliveries and raised its H2 outlook, indicating robust demand and favorable pricing. The tight driver market and upcoming EPA 2027 mandate are shaping capacity and equipment purchase decisions across the sector.
Logistics Rail Merger: UP and Norfolk Southern CEOs Argue Deal Will Cut Costs, Remove Trucks from Highways
Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena and Norfolk Southern CEO Mark George publicly argued their proposed merger would lower shipper costs, improve service, and remove up to 2.2 million truckloads from highways. Opponents, including BNSF, warn the deal would concentrate too much market power. The debate comes amid mixed rail traffic data showing intermodal growth slowing.
Logistics Employee Stock Ownership Drives Industry-Low 35% Turnover at Nussbaum Transportation
Nussbaum Transportation credits its 2018 employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) for an industry-low 35% driver turnover rate. The 600-truck carrier uses equity stakes, safety performance bonuses, and CEO outreach to retain drivers. It plans a second ESOP sale next year and is scaling at double its historic growth rate.
Logistics Rail Merger Promises Under Fire: Veteran Railroader Demands Specifics on Truck Diversion Claims
Paul Tonsager, CEO of Integrated Multimodal Solutions and former rail executive, criticizes the Norfolk Southern-Union Pacific merger application for lacking specifics on its promised diversion of 2.2 million truck moves. He highlights the CN settlement's strategic value and argues railroads lack direct control over intermodal freight relationships.
Logistics J.B. Hunt Warns Freight Rate Rally Still in Early Innings as Costs Outpace Contract Rates
J.B. Hunt's over-the-road segment posted a Q2 loss despite five consecutive quarters of double-digit growth, as spot rates surged roughly 40% year-over-year. According to FreightWaves, SVP Josh Fellin said the rally is supply-driven but the magnitude reflects four years of margin erosion, with operating costs per mile up 48-60% since 2019 while contract rates rose only 5-6%. The recovery is in 'early innings' and full contract-rate repair will require at least one more bid season, with driver pay set for another significant step up in 2025-2027.
Logistics Trucking Capacity Tightness Persists as Regulatory Pressures and Driver Shortages Squeeze Supply
Trucking capacity remains tight as regulatory pressures and driver shortages push tender rejections well above historical norms. Spot rates are holding steady even as diesel prices fall, signaling that capacity constraints—not fuel costs—are driving rates. Carrier earnings from Knight-Swift, Werner, and J.B. Hunt show gains from supply-side tightness rather than demand recovery, with capacity expected to remain constrained through fall and into 2025.
Logistics Trailer Optimization Platform Aims to Solve the 'Dumb Box' Problem in Trucking
REPOWR launched its Trailer Optimization Platform (TOP) to address the chronic inefficiency of trailers sitting idle 30-40% of their working lives. CEO Chris Hines explains how TOP automates repositioning, cuts empty miles, and reduces fraud. The platform has already executed over 75,000 moves and returned $30 million in shared revenue.
Logistics AI Data Centers Create 'Capacity Tax' Driving Up Flatbed Freight Rates for Shippers
AI data center construction is absorbing flatbed capacity, driving up rates for traditional bulk shippers in a soft market. IntelliTrans' Blake Azell explains the 'capacity tax' and offers four steps for shippers to navigate the structural shift.
Logistics Old Dominion Plans More Capex, Eyes Sub-70 Operating Ratio After Q2 Improvement
Old Dominion Freight Lines reported a Q2 2026 operating ratio of 70.1%, improving from 74.6% a year earlier, aided by real estate gains. The LTL carrier increased its 2026 capital expenditure budget to $380 million, pulling forward equipment purchases from 2027. CFO Adam Satterfield highlighted sequential improvements in revenue per day (up 14.6%) and tonnage per day (up 4%), while noting the sub-70% OR remains the target.
Logistics Industrial Products Drive U.S. Rail Freight Gains in Late July, AAR Reports
U.S. rail traffic increased 2.5% year-over-year for the week ending July 25, driven by petroleum and metals. Intermodal volume rose 3.5%. Year-to-date combined traffic is up 3.3%, signaling steady industrial demand.
Logistics BNSF CEO assails UP-NS merger filing, says transcon will raise rates and prices
BNSF CEO Katie Farmer criticized the latest UP-NS merger filing, arguing it does not mitigate anticompetitive impacts and will raise rates for shippers and prices for consumers. The combined railroad would control 37% of North American rail traffic, with an additional 13% via a CN operating agreement.
Logistics Is This Trucking Market Different? Why Capacity Won't Flood Back In
Triumph Financial CEO Aaron Graft explains that increased litigation, regulation, and legislation are acting as barriers to entry in the trucking market, preventing the surge of new capacity seen in previous cycles. This structural shift suggests tight market conditions may persist longer than expected, impacting profitability and driver availability for freight operators.
Logistics UP and NS CEOs Say Latest Rail Merger Filing Additions Further Enhance Competition
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern CEOs Jim Vena and Mark George said the latest additions to their rail merger application, including an expanded Committed Gateway Pricing concept and a deal with CN, significantly enhance competition. They argued the merger will benefit customers and lower prices, responding to STB concerns.
Logistics ArcBest's Q2 Results Show Operational Recovery in LTL and Brokerage Segments
ArcBest reported a Q2 net loss of $13.8 million but adjusted EPS of $2.38, beating consensus. Revenue rose 16% year-over-year to $1.18 billion. The LTL segment improved yield and operating ratio, while asset-light revenue surged 28% amid tightening capacity.
Logistics Carrier diversification unravels the last-mile delivery duopoly as shippers seek alternatives
A new AlixPartners survey reveals that 55% of retailers now use carriers outside FedEx, UPS, and USPS, with alternative carriers growing 13% in volume. Amazon became the largest domestic parcel carrier in 2025, while FedEx and UPS are pivoting to B2B logistics. The trend is driven by rising consumer expectations (2.6 days max for free shipping) and escalating costs.
Logistics Old Dominion nearly breaks 70% operating ratio in Q2 despite lower volumes
Old Dominion reported a Q2 operating ratio of 70.1%, its best in recent years, driven by disciplined yield management. Revenue per hundredweight excluding fuel increased 5.5% to $29.71, while tonnage declined. The carrier also achieved a 99% on-time service rate and a 0.1% claims ratio.
Logistics Jinhui Secures $36M via Leaseback for Two Ultramax Newbuilds, Advancing Fleet Renewal
Jinhui Shipping and Transportation has arranged up to $36 million in sale-and-leaseback financing for two new ultramax bulk carriers building in China. The vessels, scheduled for delivery in early 2028, will be leased back for up to five years, supporting the company's fleet renewal programme and retention of operational control.
Logistics COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Plans $1.1 Billion Mega Yard in Tianjin with Two VLCC-Scale Drydocks
COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry has filed environmental plans for an RMB8bn ($1.1bn) greenfield shipyard in Tianjin's Lingang Economic Area. The facility will cover 145.9 hectares with two VLCC-scale drydocks, three outfitting berths, and 448,000 sq m of workshops. First newbuild deliveries are scheduled for 2029, targeting large bulk carriers and containerships.
Logistics HD Hyundai Launches First Ship from Revived Subic Shipyard in the Philippines
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Philippines has launched the Orion Jade, the first vessel built at its revived Subic shipyard, marking the start of full-scale operations. The 250-metre bulker is the first of a four-ship order. The project has created 4,000 jobs, expected to double, and reflects Korean shipbuilding expansion beyond South Korea.
Logistics Golden Energy Offshore Secures UK North Sea PSV Contract Worth Up to £10m
Norwegian offshore vessel owner Golden Energy Offshore Services (GEOS) has secured a term contract for its 2015-built PSV Energy Pace with an unnamed first-class international charterer. The firm period covers nine wells (~319 days) with options for eight more, total potential value of £10m ($13.3m). Operations will take place on the UK Continental Shelf.
Logistics C. Y. Tung Biography Charts Rise of Chinese Deepsea Shipping From Marginal Force to Global Player
A newly published biography, 'C. Y. Tung (1912–1982) and the Rise of Modern Chinese Shipping', chronicles the Hong Kong shipowner's career from the 1930s to his death in 1982. Written by maritime historian Howard Dick and Stephen Kentwell, the book details Tung's role in building a Chinese merchant fleet capable of competing globally, including his pioneering container ships and the ill-fated Seawise University project.
Logistics CMA CGM and Stonepeak launch $2.4bn United Ports joint venture for global terminal expansion
CMA CGM and infrastructure investor Stonepeak have completed the formation of United Ports, a joint venture holding nine container terminals across five countries. Stonepeak invested $2.4bn for a 25% stake, while CMA CGM retains 75% ownership and operational control. The portfolio includes key gateways in Los Angeles, New York, Brazil, Spain, Taiwan, and Vietnam, with plans to add Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal in India pending regulatory approvals. The JV will fund capacity expansions, cargo-handling equipment, rail connections, and electrification. Stonepeak may commit an additional $3.6bn, bringing potential total investment to $6bn.
Logistics Werner CEO Leathers Says Driver Attrition Only in 'Third Inning' as Regulatory Pressures Tighten Capacity
Werner Enterprises CEO Derek Leathers told analysts on the Q2 2026 earnings call that the structural capacity attrition caused by regulatory enforcement is only in the 'third inning.' He cited FMCSA ELD withdrawals, cabotage enforcement, and the Montgomery vs. Caribe broker liability ruling as key factors driving driver shortages. Werner's One-Way Truckload revenue per truck per week surged to $6,114 from $4,787 a year earlier, while overall trucking operating margin improved to 4.6%.
Logistics New Senate bill targets 'chameleon carriers' that reopen to escape penalties
U.S. Sens. Todd Young and Andy Kim introduced the Safety and Accountability in Freight Enforcement Act targeting 'chameleon carriers' that reopen under new identities to evade safety penalties. The bill requires FMCSA to develop an automated screening tool to identify links between new applicants and previously closed carriers. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association and major trucking groups support the legislation.
Werner Enterprises Posts Highest Revenue Per Truck Growth in One-Way Segment in a Decade
Werner Enterprises reported strong Q2 results, with revenue per truck per week in its One-Way segment rising 27.7% to $6,114, the highest growth in a decade. The improvement came from a 34% reduction in average truck count and a 15.7% increase in miles per truck. The Dedicated fleet grew 43.7% to 6,976 trucks due to the FirstFleet acquisition, with revenue per truck up 5.4%.
Logistics CMA CGM and Stonepeak Launch United Ports LLC in $2.4 Billion Terminal Joint Venture
French liner CMA CGM and private equity firm Stonepeak have announced the formation of United Ports LLC, a joint venture to expand CMA CGM's global network of marine terminals. Stonepeak will invest $2.4 billion for a 25% stake, with CMA CGM retaining 75% and operational control. The venture includes 10 key port assets across four continents, and CMA CGM plans to reinvest the capital in its core transportation businesses.
Logistics Geopolitics Drives CMA CGM Q2 Profit Surge of 42% as Volumes and Rates Climb
CMA CGM posted a 42.4% increase in second-quarter EBITDA to $2.26 billion, with maritime volumes rising 6% to 6.3 million TEUs. The carrier attributed the results to geopolitical instability, sustained freight rates, and network adjustments, including new services like the Mekong Transpacific Express.
Logistics Tenants signing longer leases for larger warehouses as 3PLs lock in capacity
Leases on U.S. industrial properties with at least one million square feet more than doubled to 38 in the first half of 2026, up from 16 a year earlier. The top-100 leases totaled 93.6 million square feet, a 26% year-over-year increase, as occupiers made longer-term commitments, with average lease terms rising five months to 89 months. Third-party logistics providers held the majority of the largest leases but saw their share decline.
The 10 most overcrowded train services in England and Wales revealed by DfT data
The Department for Transport has published data showing the most overcrowded train services in England and Wales for autumn 2025. A Thameslink service from Bedford to Three Bridges had the highest load factor at 176%. Overall, overcrowding fell slightly to 1.1% of peak-time travellers due to a 4% increase in capacity.
Logistics Veo Launches Electric Trike for Shared Micromobility in Denver, Eyes US Expansion
Veo has announced the Rover, a sit-down electric trike for shared micromobility, in Denver. The vehicle features a 100-pound cargo basket, 45-mile range, and self-balancing design. Veo plans to expand the trike to cities across the US, potentially impacting last-mile delivery and urban mobility.
Logistics Is This Trucking Market Different? Why Capacity Won't Flood Back In
Triumph Financial CEO Aaron Graft argues that the current trucking upcycle is more structural than cyclical, with litigation risk, regulatory pressure, and a tight driver market preventing a surge of new capacity. Despite broker margin compression, load sizes are growing, and Triump's factoring data shows a 26% quarter-over-quarter rise in average invoice size, indicating supply tightening rather than demand surge.
Logistics TFI International Q2: LTL Steady but Truckload Soars on Supply Constraints, CEO Says
TFI International reported strong Q2 earnings with EPS up 41% to $1.65. However, the performance diverged sharply between LTL (18% EBITDA margin) and Truckload (24.1%). CEO Alain Bedard attributed truckload gains to supply constraints, not demand, and said this market dynamic is unprecedented in 30 years. LTL volume surged 7.5% but revenue per shipment fell 2%, leading to cost and service challenges.
Logistics Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern Add Customer Protections as STB Merger Review Advances
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have filed a supplemental customer protection plan with the Surface Transportation Board as part of their merger review. The plan includes four commitments: expanded pricing, broader customer protections, temporary alternative service, and rate relief if benefits are delayed. The move aims to address competition concerns and improve service reliability ahead of a potential mid-2027 close.
Logistics Swiggy Instamart CEO Amitesh Kumar Jha Resigns; Myntra's Nandita Sinha to Take Charge
Swiggy-owned quick commerce platform Instamart has a new CEO. Nandita Sinha will take over from August 3, succeeding Amitesh Kumar Jha who resigned to pursue external opportunities. Jha highlighted operational improvements in supply chain and unit economics during his tenure.
Logistics G2 Ocean CEO Arthur English Urges Shipping to Price Risk as One Interconnected System at Splash Singapore
Arthur English, CEO of G2 Ocean, urges the shipping industry to move beyond siloed risk management and instead treat geopolitical, operational, financial, and human factors as an interconnected system. Speaking ahead of September's Splash Singapore conference, he calls for more transparent allocation and pricing of risk, especially in the fragmented dry bulk sector.
Logistics TFI Q2: Truckload Revenue Jumps 12.6%, LTL Operating Ratio Slips 100 Basis Points
TFI International's Q2 2026 results reveal a strong truckload performance with revenue up 12.6% YoY and operating ratio improving to 86.1%, while LTL metrics lagged. Overall net income rose to $136.2 million. Equipment count decreased significantly, signaling potential capacity constraints.
Logistics 23 Red States Support FMCSA CDL Restrictions in Lujan vs. FMCSA Case
Twenty-three states with Republican governors have filed an amici curiae brief in Lujan vs. FMCSA, supporting the federal rule that restricts states from issuing commercial driver licenses to foreign-domiciled residents. The rule, finalized in February, allows CDLs only for holders of H-2A, H-2B, or E-2 visas. The brief cites a fatal crash by an unauthorized driver as evidence of need. The D.C. Court of Appeals will hear oral arguments on September 15. The case could tighten the driver pool for trucking companies relying on foreign-born drivers.
Logistics 7 Smuggled Migrants Die in Sealed Rail Container; 11 Face Life Sentences
Federal prosecutors charged 11 people after seven migrants died inside a sealed Union Pacific rail cargo container in Texas. The case highlights how criminal groups exploit rail equipment for human smuggling, urging logistics professionals to report unauthorized access.
Logistics Conrail CEO Brian Gorton Announces Retirement After Six Years of Leadership
Brian Gorton, president and chief executive of Conrail, is retiring effective November 1, 2026. The former Union Pacific executive has led the terminal and switching railroad since 2021. Norfolk Southern announced it has begun a search for Gorton's successor.
Logistics DSV Launches Weekly Seoul-Rockford Air Charter, Bypassing Chicago O’Hare for Efficiency
DSV launched a weekly dedicated air charter service from Seoul, South Korea, to Chicago-Rockford International Airport (RFD), operated by Atlas Air with a Boeing 777-200 freighter. The service stops in Shanghai and Anchorage before continuing to Luxembourg. This move leverages RFD's advantages as a less congested secondary airport, with less taxi time and lower costs, as DSV plans further expansion including a future route to Chennai, India.