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Logistics FedEx scales up Dexterity trailer-loading robots after multiyear validation at Hagerstown hub
FedEx is scaling up Dexterity Inc.'s AI-enabled trailer-loading robot at its Hagerstown, Maryland, hub after multiyear validation, according to FreightWaves. Pickle Robot Company and Ambi Robotics will pair unloading and palletizing systems, while FedEx continues a Berkshire Grey Scoop pilot. The moves aim to improve worker safety and network efficiency in physically demanding trailer operations.
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.
Logistics YMX Logistics Cuts Grocery Distributor's Yard Fleet by 36% With Autonomous Yard Operating System
YMX Logistics' Autonomous Yard Operating System (YOS) reduced a top-five U.S. grocery distribution network's yard truck fleet by 36%—from 22 to 14 units—and rolled out the system across nine sites in six months. The deployment earned YMX an honoree spot in FreightWaves' AI Excellence in Supply Chain Awards for Operational AI Integration.
Logistics The Wrong Truck at the Dock Can Create Shipper Liability After Montgomery Decision
The Supreme Court's Montgomery decision, while addressing broker liability, has opened the door to greater scrutiny of shippers when they release freight to the wrong truck at the dock. Shippers now face potential negligence claims if they fail to verify that the carrier, driver, and equipment match the transportation assignment before releasing goods.
Business Segro Board Unanimously Backs Prologis' Increased $18.7 Billion Takeover Bid
Segro's board agreed to back Prologis' increased £14 billion ($18.7 billion) takeover bid, with a 9.5% increase over the initial offer and a 47% premium to Segro's three-month weighted average share price. The UK Takeover Panel extended the deadline to August 12. The deal highlights growing consolidation in logistics real estate.
Supply Chain Private vs. Public: How ODW Logistics’ Long-Term Strategy Drives Growth in a Volatile Market
In a FreightWaves interview, ODW Logistics Chief Commercial Officer Paul Boothe discussed the company's private ownership advantage in pursuing long-term strategy and robust technology, the ArcBest-Molo acquisition and cultural integration, the automotive sector's post-COVID pivot, and the 'supercycle' in freight. Boothe highlighted the critical role of managed transportation partners in navigating complex supply chains.
Logistics Pin Code Wars: Quick Commerce Cos Add 900 Dark Stores in 3 Months, Intensifying Metro Battles
India's largest quick commerce operators added nearly 900 dark stores between April and July 2026, according to Bernstein. Blinkit, Flipkart Minutes, and Amazon Now led the expansion, but most new stores opened in already-served pin codes, intensifying competition in metro areas. The total dark store network grew to about 6,650-6,750, while metro pin code saturation rose from 26% to 44%.
Logistics Prologis Sees Record Leasing Demand for Logistics Warehouses, Raises Full-Year Outlook
Prologis reported a strong second quarter with record lease signings of 67 million square feet and revenue of $2.43 billion, beating estimates. The company raised its full-year core FFO outlook to $6.22-$6.30 per share, driven by robust demand for logistics warehouses. U.S. net absorption hit 66 million square feet, the highest since 2022, and Prologis expects rent growth to outpace inflation in tight markets like Texas, the Southeast, the Midwest and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Logistics Prologis Raises Earnings Outlook After Record Lease Signings in Q2
Prologis (NYSE: PLD) reported Q2 revenue of $2.43B (up 11% y/y) and core FFO of $1.63 per share, both beating estimates. The company achieved record lease signings of 67M square feet and raised its full-year core FFO guidance to $6.22-$6.30 per share, signaling strong demand for logistics warehouse space.
Logistics Maersk to Operate $100M Fulfillment Center in Boston Suburb for Major Retailer
Maersk will open a 617,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Hopedale, Massachusetts, in late August, serving a single large e-commerce customer. The $100 million facility features advanced conveyor and sortation technology and can process up to 330,000 parcels per day. The investment highlights Maersk's evolution from a container shipping line to an end-to-end supply chain provider.
Logistics Agri warehousing transformed into financial hubs with tech-driven oversight, unlocking institutional returns
A paradigm shift in agricultural warehousing is turning storage facilities into dynamic financial hubs. According to a report in The Hindu Business Line, tech-driven oversight—including scientific storage, real-time surveillance, and AI quality assessment—replaces traditional uncertainty, enabling secured collateral and predictable institutional returns for financiers and logistics operators.
Logistics Former Army Contractor Convicted in $1.1 Million Fort Bliss MRE Theft Scheme
A federal jury convicted former Army civilian contractor Joseph Lavar Davis of stealing more than 200 pallets of Meals-Ready-to-Eat (MREs) from Fort Bliss, valued at approximately $1.12 million. The theft involved false paperwork, rented trucks, and online sales. FBI and Army Criminal Investigation Division investigated.
Logistics CHP Recovers $2.2 Million in Stolen Cargo from Anaheim Warehouse in Ongoing Theft Investigation
The California Highway Patrol recovered more than $2.2 million in allegedly stolen cargo from a warehouse in Anaheim, California, on June 18 as part of an ongoing cargo theft investigation. The haul included 22,000 boxes of TaylorMade golf balls, Meta server switches, Tamiya hobby products, and 29 pallets of Horizon Hobby merchandise. No arrests have been made and the investigation remains active.
Logistics Warehouse cuts, trucking bankruptcies mount as freight distress deepens across U.S. supply chain
A new round of WARN notices in Indiana and bankruptcy filings across several states shows deepening distress in trucking, warehousing, and contract logistics. Humano and SIMOS plan to cease operations at a Radial facility in Avon, affecting 1,160 workers, while small carriers like Tucker Boyz Transportation and Navstar Express seek court protection. Shippers should prepare for service disruptions in affected regions.
Gousto to close Lincolnshire warehouse, 290 jobs at risk as meal-kit firm consolidates
Gousto will close its Clay Lake warehouse near Spalding, Lincolnshire, affecting 290 jobs. The company is consolidating production at its Warrington facility in Cheshire, where 600 people work, citing inefficiency and duplication. CEO Timo Boldt described the decision as difficult but necessary in a competitive food market.
Logistics RBW Logistics expands national footprint with acquisition of World Group's warehousing unit
RBW Logistics acquired World Group's warehousing business, including World Distribution Services and Pacific Cascade Distribution. The deal adds facilities in Sumner, Washington; Norfolk, Virginia; and Columbus, Ohio, while expanding capacity at its Savannah, Georgia campus. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Logistics India Launches AI-Powered Smart Warehousing for 216 CWC Grain Storage Warehouses
Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi on June 18 launched a smart warehousing system for 216 Central Warehousing Corporation grain storage warehouses, integrating AI, IoT, and automation for real-time monitoring. The system aims to enhance transparency, reduce manual intervention, and prevent foodgrain diversion under the Public Distribution System (PDS). The Food Corporation of India plans to implement similar technology in 150 warehouses by October.
Logistics NDR Group Invests Over ₹2,000 Crore in Warehousing and Industrial Parks Expansion
Chennai-based NDR Group is investing over ₹2,000 crore in warehousing and industrial parks, with 7 million sq ft under construction and a 13 million sq ft pipeline. The company reported a 30% rise in rental income to ₹420 crore in FY26, and is set to receive a $50 million investment from the International Finance Corporation.
Logistics DHL Express Partners with Stasher for World Cup Luggage Storage at U.S. Retail Locations
DHL Express has partnered with Stasher to offer temporary luggage storage at select U.S. retail locations, starting with about 30 sites and expanding to 100 nationwide. The service targets travelers arriving for the FIFA World Cup and allows DHL to generate incremental revenue from existing infrastructure.
Logistics Amazon's £1bn UK Investment to Boost Logistics and Jobs
Amazon is investing £1 billion in the UK, creating 4,000 jobs with new facilities in Northampton and Kettering. This expansion aims to enhance logistics efficiency and support the UK's economy.
Supply Chain Cold Storage Bottlenecks as Gulf Cargo Diverts to India
The diversion of Gulf cargo to India has led to significant cold storage bottlenecks, affecting supply chain operations. This disruption has caused inventory challenges and increased costs for companies relying on timely imports.
Logistics Apollo's $1.4B Fund Boosts Logistics Real Estate
Apollo's affiliate, Bridge Investment Group, has raised $1.4 billion for a logistics real estate fund, surpassing its initial target. This fund aims to acquire and enhance logistics properties in key U.S. markets, driven by e-commerce growth and supply chain modernization.
Supply Chain Haryana Expands Grain Storage to Mitigate Supply Chain Risks
Haryana's initiative to add 20 lakh metric tonnes of grain storage aims to reduce post-harvest losses and enhance food security. This expansion, led by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, will address current storage inadequacies and integrate renewable energy solutions.
Logistics Open Road Ventures Acquires 3PL Double-Stack
Open Road Ventures has acquired Double-Stack Logistics, an intermodal 3PL with a fleet of over 150 containers. This acquisition aims to expand Double-Stack's service offerings and North American presence.
Logistics E-commerce Logistics Providers Boost Capacity in Great Plains
Rush Order and Encore Fulfillment are expanding their logistics capacity in the Great Plains with new facilities in Dallas-Fort Worth and Oklahoma City. This expansion enhances their ability to serve e-commerce clients with faster delivery times.
Logistics Target Opens $367M Food Distribution Center in Colorado
Target has inaugurated a $367 million food distribution center in Thornton, Colorado, aimed at improving supply chain efficiency and product availability for 129 stores across 11 states. This facility, the largest of Target's nine food distribution centers, will expedite replenishment and reduce transportation costs.
Logistics Industrial Real Estate Tightens, Favoring Last-Mile Operators
The industrial real estate market is tightening, benefiting last-mile owner-operators as demand surges and construction slows. Link Logistics reports high leasing volumes, indicating a favorable market shift.
Supply Chain Americold's Strategic Cost Reduction Amid Industry Challenges
Americold Realty Trust has launched a 'Fit for Purpose' initiative to reduce overhead by $25 million annually. This move comes as the cold storage sector faces challenges from food cost inflation and capacity overhang.